Debunking Common Myths

Gymnastics is often mistaken as only a demanding and specialized sport that it can sometimes be daunting to know where to even start, so let's start-off by addressing a few common myths:

MYTH	TRUTH
Gymnastics is only for girls	Gymnastics is a world-wide sport where both men and women compete in national and international competitions and even at the Olympics!
You can only do gymnastics if you start when you are a baby	Throughout Canada, introductory to advanced Gymnastics is offered to a variety of ages. At DDGC Your child can start as early as 18 months, but we also offer introductory classes or single-day classes for adults from time to time.
Gymnastics is only for hardcore athletes	Our Recreational Pathway aligns with Gymnastics BC's "Gymnastics for All" philosophy and is geared to empower anyone who joins a class to learn healthy body control and enjoy the sport.
Gymnastics is perceived as dangerous	Any sport can be dangerous, but only "Gymnastics is the single best way to develop safe body management skills" - Keith Russel, University of Saskatchewan.

 

General Information

 

There are two types of routes that your gymnast can pursue in Gymnastics with DDGC.

The Recreational Pathway	&	The Invitational Pathway
Available through online registration	|	Available through Head Coach invite only

 

 

Registration will typically begin one to two months before the start of any given season.

All services with DDGC (Classes, drop-ins, camps, birthday parties, invitational training programs for example) must be registered by an account holder through their account. This is the only way we can ensure that everyone has a fair and equal chance of getting into a program. We provide walkthroughs in the office and can show you how to use your phone or a computer to register. We always advise preparing before registration opens because we know some programs have high demand and can fill up within minutes. 

Join our Weekly Updates in the quick links section above to stay in the loop; make sure to opt-in for email communications or we won't be able to reach you.

 

What do I need to know?

 

• All classes need to be registered for through an account

CLICK HERE to learn more about creating an account

CLICK HERE To learn more about how to register

• Every participant must have insurance coverage each gymnastic year

CLICK HERE to check out our Policies page for more information

There is a lot of other useful information on our Rules, Terms & Conditions page as well, such as: what to wear, what to do at the start and end of class, what the safety rules are, how we process withdrawals and transfers, and so much more!

• Programs are really popular and registration can start up to 2 months in advance!

Fall Season: September to December

Winter Season: January to March

Spring Season: April to June

Summer Season: July & August

• Many young gymnasts take advantage of our Coach in Training Program to get a head start obtaining professional experience as early as 13 years old!
• Duncan Dynamics is a not-for-profit society that will host fundraisers and volunteering opportunities throughout the year.
• We host our annual competition each year and everyone is welcome at our ORCA INVITATIONAL to support the athletes and our club!

 

 

FAQs

What is Priority Registration

Priority Registration is an earlier time to register for those who attended the most recent season and requires a registration code.

 

What is Waitlist Roundup?

Waitlist roundup is an email list that you can join to get emails for upcoming registration events throughout the year. If you have been trying to get into gymnastics but seem to always miss when registration starts, this email list will help!

 

What are the Weekly Update and Waitlist Roundup waitlists?

These are waitlists that you can join to get email updates about Duncan Dynamics events. We are always looking for ways to reduce the clutter to your inbox, so these waitlists let you pick and choose how often you wish to be updated. We will still send out major event information or closure notices to all of our members but that will only be a few times a year. Stay up to date by joining one of these waitlists. However, if you opt out of email communications in your account settings, we won't be able to reach you.

 

What if we want to get a spot after registration has closed or after classes have started?

After registration has closed, you can still register through your account if there is space remaining. A $25 late fee will apply. 

 

 

Reach out to info@ddgc.ca if you have any questions at all, we are here to assist!