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Meet Etiquette

A gymnast's first meet can be a very exciting experience, but we also know that it can be overwhelming too. Below you will find some tips to make meet day a breeze!

  • Have hair pulled up neatly, off the face and if their hair is quite long, up in a bun. Hair not pulled up is a safety issue and it could result in the gymnast being hurt. Use gel and hairspray to help hold hair in place during the meet. DO NOT use bobby pins to secure the hair, as those may also pose a safety hazard to the gymnast.  

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  • The girls should also have a PURPLE/BLACK/TEAL (colors to match their leotard) ribbon or bow in their hair.  

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  • If your gymnast chooses to wear nail polish, it should be in good condition (no chips) and match the colors of the leotard. Gymnasts should not wear acrylic, poly gel, press-on, or other nail extensions as those are also a safety risk to the gymnast as well as the coaches who are spotting them. Bare nails are perfectly okay.

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  • Gymnasts should not wear underpants under their leotard.  Think of it as a swimsuit.  

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  • No hoops, dangle earrings or other jewelry such as bracelets, necklaces, or other body jewelry.  Only studs are allowed in the ears.

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  • Minimal makeup is allowed.

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  • Please do not put lotion or perfume on your gymnast prior to competition.  It can make the gymnast slippery which can be a safety issue for the coaches spotting.

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  • Bring only what you need for the meet. There is often limited space in the competition area, and excessive belongings can create hazards for gymnasts. 

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  • Your gymnast should wear their competition leotard. If your gymnast does not have one, or if they have outgrown the one they have, please visit our pro shop.

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  • Have your gymnast eat before the meet.  Do not send snacks to be eaten during the meet.  No food is allowed on the floor.  A water bottle with water is allowed.  No juice or Gatorade.  

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  • When at the meet, DO NOT APPROACH JUDGES OR COME ONTO THE FLOOR at any time during the meet.  Coming onto the floor or approaching judges could result in the loss of the sanction of that and future meets or the disqualification of the gymnast.  

For more detailed rules and regulations, please see the USAG Rules and Policies located here.

262-923-7418

gymnastics@wildcard-gymnastics.com

13040 W. Lisbon Rd Suite 300 Brookfield, WI 53005

Office Hours

Mondays: 4:00PM-7:30PM

Tuesdays: 4:00PM-7:30PM

Wednesdays: 4:00PM-7:30PM

Thursdays: 4:00PM-7:30PM

Saturday: 9AM-Noon

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Wildcard Teaching Philosophy

The coaching staff at Wildcard Gymnastics understands that gymnastics is an individual sport and each gymnast will be treated as an individual.  Our staff will do their best to provide your athlete with appropriate guidance, not only to aid your athlete in gymnastics but also in life.  We work hard to make sure every child feels comfortable and safe when communicating with our staff. 

 

Our goals are to promote your gymnasts self-confidence, positive self-image and critical thinking skills in order to improve their performance in all aspects of life.  We do our best to respect the balance between working out, pushing through mental and physical obstacles while taking care of our minds and bodies, each athlete is encouraged to stove for quality and excellence at their own pace. 

 

By taking this approach we hope the gymnasts will retain the love for the sport that originally motivated them to become gymnasts! 

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Wildcard History

Wildcard Gymnastics is a USA Gymnastics and Amateur Athletic Union Member club that offers gymnastics to every demographic.  We are a grass roots family gym that has taken off over the last 10 years.  We have grown from a 2,500 square foot church gymnasium in Wauwatosa to an over 10,000 square foot Warehouse in Brookfield.  We have seen numerous collegiate athletes begin their gymnastics journey here at Wildcard Gymnastics.   

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