About Our Squads.

If a gymnast or trampolinist shows the talent, potential and enthusiasm, they may be invited to trial for one of our competitive squads. There are a number of ways that gymnasts can be invited to join the squads which range from showing potential during classes through to taking part in open competitions which are designed for anyone. To move into the squads requires a commitment from the gymnast to train for a minimum of 2 hours (single session) per week but ideally 4 hours over 2 sessions. We also encourage squad members to be taking part and representing Twizzlers at all competitions where possible.

Both Gymnastics & Trampolining have both Squads & Pre-Squads where Gymnastics also has a Mini-Squad. The squads are loosely based around the level at which they would compete in to ensure the coaching is relevant to all and progression is managed ensuring gymnasts can learn new skills safely.

Those who are training at a squad level should all be looking at a number of things in addition to their normal sessions, including warming up as a group with one taking responsibility to lead the warm up under the guidance of a coach, working together as a team supporting each other such as spotting & matting each other  and packing equipment away at the end of a session. We also look for everyone to be training together on the run up to a competition and working together as a team.

A number of the Senior Squad members can also be found coaching both recreational classes & helping with the relevant younger squad classes

For 2025 our Gymnastics Squads will continue competing in local open events & regional competitions where we are aiming to build on our success in 2024. Our Trampoline Squads will again be competing at Regional through to National Level. 

For those just taking part in recreational classes competing is still available and is always encouraged as a way of building confidence and showing off what you have learnt. These can be for gymnastics at inter-club competitions and in Trampoline the Aspire cup and everyone is encouraged to take part in our own internal competitition or club display. 

Please click below to find out a bit more about the separate squads