Women's GIJO Team

proudly introduces the

 Greater Illinois Junior Olympics (GIJO) Program

Who:  Gymnasts who wish to compete as they train for high school gymnastics and/or gymnasts who wish to compete without the time and financial commitment of USAG competition. Meet participation is not required.

When:  Our GIJO team will have 3 scheduled practices each week. GIJO hours are Monday 5:30-8:30p, Wednesday 5:30-8:30p, & Saturday 1:00-4:00p.  Gymnasts are asked to attend a minimum number of 2 of these practices each week but are welcome and encouraged to attend all 3. 

Where:  Spring Hill Gymnastics. GIJO gymnasts with the team level comparable to their GIJO level.

Why:  GIJO is perfect for many gymnasts for a number of reasons:

·         GIJO is less time demanding that USAG.  It allows the girls to participate in other school sports and activities without breaking commitments or feeling guilty.

·         GIJO gives gymnasts the opportunity to train their optional skills for high school competition when they might not be ready for optional levels under USAG regulations and guidelines.

·         GIJO gives gymnasts who are thinking of giving up gymnastics the opportunity to still enjoy competing in a sport they still love.

Costs involved: 

• Competition leotard (will be a tank style leotard that compliments the USAG team competition leo): Approximate cost $50
• Coaches/Competition Fee (to be determined based on number of meets and number of competitors attending)  Approximate cost per meet $25
• Meet entry fees (approx. 3/4 meets at around $50 each from Oct. to March)
• Monthly tuition: 2x/week $195 and $185 for Auto debit or 3x per week $255 or $245 for Auto debit, paid monthly
• Floor and Beam choreography for those gymnasts competing at the GIJO optional level:  Approximate cost $100