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Get ready to flip, tumble, and soar with the Leicestershire Gymnastics Association (LGA) in Hinckley! LGA, led by the dedicated Melanie Jurkowski, is all about pushing gymnastics forward across Leicestershire under the watchful eye of British Gymnastics.
LGA brings together clubs from across the region to host competitions where gymnasts can shine. They’ve also got combined club training sessions that build team spirit and community. It’s all about having the right support and resources, whether you’re a gymnast, coach, or judge.
All LGA-affiliated clubs stick to top-notch safety standards set by British Gymnastics, and their coaches are qualified and DBS-checked, so you can focus on those perfect landings without a worry.
LGA is tight with the East Midlands Gymnastics Association, making sure everyone gets a well-rounded gymnastics experience.
Got questions? Melanie Jurkowski, LGA’s Chairperson, is ready to help at m.jurkowski@sky.com or 0776596000140. For secretarial stuff, hit up Jenni Harris at jenniharris449@hotmail.com or 07740087208. Looking for Emma Kirk, the money wiz? She’s at moorebird1@me.com.
Judging queries? Malcolm Stevenson is your guy at malcolmtbs@hotmail.com. Melanie and Karen Edwards handle women’s events, Hazel Colton runs the men’s, and GFA events have Melanie Jurkowski and Emma Kirk at the helm. For trampolines, Keiran Grundy’s in charge.
Keeping everyone safe and sound is Linda Thomson, the County and Regional Welfare Officer. She’s available at 07889687799 or eastmids.rwo1@british-gymnastics.org. Jenni Harris also tackles welfare issues and can be contacted at eastmids.rwo2@british-gymnastics.org.
Mark your calendars for these epic events:
- April 2nd: GFA Boys Novice 1, 2 & 3 Individual Apparatus at New College Leicester.
- May 21st: Women's Level 7 & 6, and Zinc Individual Apparatus Championship at New College.
- June 18th: Women’s Individual Apparatus Copper and Voluntary Levels Classic Challenge.
- October 8th: Women's All-Around, featuring Level 7, Zinc, Copper, and Voluntary Levels at New College.
- November 19th: Women's All-Around Inter-Club Teams for Zinc, Copper, Bronze, Silver, and Gold at New College.
- November 26th: GFA Boys Novice 1, 2 & 3 All-Around at New College.
Plus, don’t miss the County Trampoline Championships and the Classic Challenge Bronze Silver Gold Championships coming up.
LGA is all about promoting gymnastics and creating a welcoming environment for everyone. If gymnastics is your game, they’ve got a spot for you to jump right in!
