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Our Mission at Diamond Academy
To enhance the student's skills and performance, through our
expertise, in the artistic sport of gymnastics, dance and physical
fitness in a challenging, fun environment, while keeping the child's
emotional and physical well being our top priority
Facility Rental Event Space & Parties
Party/Reservation Request
About Our Facility
24,000 Square Foot Air Conditioned Facility
3 Dance room equipped with Audio Systems
USAG Regulation Spring Floors connected
to foam and resi-pits
35 foot in-ground tumble trac trampoline
2 Australian Aussie in-ground trampolines
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Clinics Clinics & Special Events
Pre-registration is required for camps and clinics,
24-hours prior to event. Call to register, (913) 851-7500.
Now hiring fun, enthusiastic, reliable staff members for Special Programs! Must be at least 16 years old. Please go to Employment Tab for application.
CLINICS
All clinics are held Saturdays, 1:00-2:00. Clinics are $20. We do
require pre-registration 24 hours prior to clinic start time.
January 28th - Backhandspring Clinic
February 4th - Backtuck Clinic
February 11th - Cartwheel Clinic
February 18th - Kickover Clinic
February 25th - Backhandspring Clinic
Calendar Program Specific Calendars found on Gymnastics, Dance and Cheer pages
Calendars
- Facility
- Clinics-Special
- All Programs
Open Gym Open Gym
** It is Diamond Academy's policy that a parent or guardian must come into facility pick up child... children may not leave otherwise. This is for your child's safey! **
For Special Event Open Gyms see Academy Updates
FUNDRAISER OPEN GYM, SATURDAY JAN. 28TH 7:00-9:00 $10
All Open Gyms are $10. Walk-in Only. Boys and girls welcome, ages 7 and up. Child must have release/waiver on file, please print , complete and send with your child.
Friday Night Gym
Join us for a night of fun every Friday, 7:30-9:30 (unless otherwise noted).
FNG is a safe and fun outing for kids of all ages to get together with friends and meet new ones! The kids can use the spring floors, trampolines, tumbltrak, foam pits, beams and rec bars. Please pick your child up promptly at 9:30.
Saturday Skill Open Gym
This Open Gym is for those athletes who want to practice and perfect their
skills in the gym. The spring floor, tumbltrak, tramplines, rec beams and rec bars are available for use. This is a great opportunity to master that skill and get some extra time in the gym.
Open Gym Rules
General Information:
• Open gyms are available for boys and girls ages 5 and up.
• Child must have release/waiver on file.
• Leave all belongings in cubbies, including; shoes, cell phones, cameras, etc.
• No food, drinks, or gum in gym
• Diamond reserves to cancel open gym at anytime. Please check website calendar.
• Parents please pick your child up promptly at end of open gym. It’s greatly appreciated!
Appropriate gym attire:
• No street clothes (baggy pants, jeans, button up shirts, etc.)
• No shoes; either wear socks or go barefoot
• No midriffs shown
Gym Policies:
• One person on trampoline/Tumbltrak at a time. No switching trampolines mid-bounce. No bouncing from trampoline into foam pit.
• No horse playing, running (unless doing tumbling/vault), or throwing items.
• Get out of pit quickly. There is no hanging out and lying in the pit.
• Participants must respect all staff, equipment, and participants.
• A verbal warning will be issued the first time a participant breaks a rule. If a participant continues to break the rules, a parent will be called and participant will be asked to leave without refund.
• For your safety, work within your abilities.
Employment Employment
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR :
RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS INSTRUCTORS
SPECIAL PROGRAMS INSTRUCTORS
Come Join Our Team!
As teachers, staff and directors here at Diamond, we teach,
work and direct under one specific purpose:
DIAMOND'S PURPOSE STATEMENT
Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy will expand and develop programs
to serve the needs of our community and we have been guided by one
underlying philosophy, STUDENTS FIRST.
We will constantly adjust to the needs of customers and students. We strive to
teach the basic virtues of courage, respect, responsibility, honesty, self
discipline, compassion, perseverance, and that is what makes our programs,
classes, staff, services and Diamond especially unique.
For further part time employment opportunities, you may call our office to
speak with a Director at 913-851-7500 or fax your resume & application to 913-851-8128
Employment Application Form
APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT.pdf
Closings Closings
Diamond Academy will be closed and not holding any regularly
scheduled activities the following dates:
November 23rd-27th, 2011 Thanksgiving Holidays
Dec. 23rd, 2011-Jan. 2nd 2012 Winter Holidays
Mar. 12th - Mar. 18th, 2012 Spring Break
May 26th - June 3rd, 2012 Session Break
July 4th, 2012 Independence Day
Aug. 11th - 26th, 2012 Session Break
September 3rd, 2012 Labor Day
October 31st, 2012 Closing _ 4:00pm for Halloween
Nov. 21st - Nov. 25th, 2012 ThanksGiving Holidays
Dec. 21st, 2012 - Jan. 1st, 2013 Winter Holidays
Mar. 18th - Mar. 24th, 2013 Spring Break
May 27th - June 2nd, 2013 Session Break
July 4th, 2013 Independence Day
Aug. 10th - 25th, 2013 Session Break
September 2nd, 2013 Labor Day
October 31st, 2013 Closing _ 4:00pm for Halloween
Nov. 27th - Dec. 1st, 2013 ThanksGiving Holidays
Dec. 23rd, 2013 - Jan. 1st, 2014 Winter Holidays
If Blue Valley School District Cancels the entire day of classes due to weather, Diamond will
be closed for all recreational gymnastics, dance classes & activities
If Blue Valley School District cancels evening activities, Diamond will close at 4:00pm for all
recreational gymnastics, dance classes & activities.
Competitive Teams will be notified directly regarding practice changes due to weather.
Jewels Invitational Jewels Invitational
2012 DIAMOND JEWELS INVITATIONAL
January 20th - 22nd, 2012
Diamond Academy
7270 W 161st Street. Overland Park, KS. 66085
ph 913-851-7500. fax 913-851-8128
Girls Sanction Level 4-10
KC Girls League Level 1-PreOpt Non-Sanction
GIRLS AAU Level 2-9
Entry Fee Deadline DECEMBER 1ST, 2011
$10 per gymnast late fee
(if postmarked after December 1st, 2011)
Entry Fees:
USAG Levels 4-10
Level 4-6 $70.00
Level 7-10 $85.00
Team $40.00
KC Girls League Non-Sanction
All Levels $35.00
Team $20.00
AAU
All Levels $35.00
Team Entry $30.00
Contact Kim Lauderdale for more information klauderdale_diamondacademy.com
Final meet schedule1.2.12.pdf
Future Meet Dates
January 18th-20th, 2013
January 17th-19th, 2014
Polices and Procedures Polices and Procedures
DIAMOND POLICIES & PROCEDURES
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
www.diamondacademy.com
We understand there are many choices for dance, gymnastics and cheer in the area. We appreciate that you have
chosen Diamond. We want your experience here to be an enjoyable one. Please take our policies and procedures as
our way of keeping an organized, safe and friendly environment for all.
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
CREDITS OR REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED
CONTACTING OUR STAFF:
Feel free to contact the director or instructor by telephone at 913-851-7500. Each instructor has been
appointed a voice mailbox and will return calls in a timely manner. Please note that most instructors are part
time. Should you have a matter that requires immediate attention, please notify the Department Director.
ENROLLMENT SCHEDULE:
Fees are paid per session. (See session dates below)
• Next session fees are due BEFORE the 1st of the month.
• A $30 late fee will apply if payment is received after the 1st.
• This late fee will not be waived.
REGISTRATION FEES:
A $35 registration fee is due per child every fall.
PRORATED REGISTRATION: Sept-Nov $35, Dec-Feb $25, Mar-May $20, Jun-Aug $10
SESSION DATES:
1ST SESSION (SEPT, OCT, NOV)
2ND SESSION (DEC, JAN, FEB)
3RD SESSION (MAR, APR, MAY)
4th SESSION (JUN, JULY, AUG)
DROPPING A CLASS:
Should a student choose to drop a class during or at the end of a session, the parent or guardian is
responsible for notifying the front desk (not INSTRUCTOR) otherwise next session payment is expected and
the students participation is assumed.
NO CREDITS OR REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR ANY REASON.
MAKE UPS:
Gymnastics students will make-up in open gym ON SPECIFIED DATES ONLY
• You must obtain pass from childs instructor.
• Make ups must be done within the trimester of the missed class.
This will not be a class.
Students will work independently.
Make ups are not offered for dance or children under the age 4 yrs. old.
Missed classes will not be credited, prorated or refunded for any reason.
WEATHER CANCELLATIONS:
Diamond will follow the Blue Valley School District closing for inclement weather ONLY. However, Diamond
DOES NOT FOLLOW the BVS district days off schedule. Credits or refunds are not given when Diamond
closes due to inclement weather. If Diamond closes due to inclement weather we will have it posted on our
website and answering machine.
CLASS CANCELLATIONS:
Diamond reserves the right to combine or cancel any class. If a class is canceled, we will notify you
immediately and make every effort to find a class that is appropriate for the student.
SAFETY FIRST:
YOU MUST PARK YOUR CAR AND COME IN WHEN DROPPING OFF & PICKING
UP!!!! THIS IS FOR YOUR CHILDS SAFETY.
Please refrain from dropping students off early or picking them up late. Do not leave your children unattended at anytime.
Students must wait INSIDE the building until their ride has arrived, REGARDLESS of their age.
Please do not park at the curb for drop off or pick up. This is for the safety of YOUR
children. We will not let children leave the building by themselves.
Visiting children must remain with parents at all times.
A Release and Waiver form must be read and signed by the parent or legal guardian of any student
utilizing the facility. This policy pertains to enrolled and non-enrolled students participating in any
program at Diamond.
Parents are not allowed in the gymnastic facility for any reason.
REQUIRED DRESS ATTIRE:
GYMNASTICS: Students wear a leotard and must be barefoot. Male gymnasts wear a t-shirt and shorts (no
metal please) or sweat pants. All shirts MUST be tucked in at all times. Sport bras and mid-drift shirts are not
allowed. Hair must be SECURED in a ponytail. NO jewelry is allowed.
DANCE: (please see dance policies) Ballet: Pink tights, black leotard and pink ballet shoes. Hair must be pulled back in a secure bun.
Short ballet skirts and ballet sweaters are the only acceptable attire in addition to the above mentioned.
Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop: Prefer solid colored leotard with black jazz pants or bike shorts. Hair must be securely
pulled back. No jewelry allowed. Tap and jazz shoes required, black in color is preferred.
Shorts, t-shirts, sports bras, and mid-drifts are NOT allowed.
Students will not be allowed to participate in class if proper attire is not worn.
OBSERVATION OF CLASSES:
Preschool Gymnastics and Recreational gymnastics classes may be observed at any time.
Visitors may observe dance classes during the last full week of every trimester.
Please be respectful of others in keeping the noise volume down.
NO FOOD OR DRINK IS ALLOWED OUTSIDE OF OBSERVATION ROOM.
We would like our facility to remain sanitary for you and your children.
PRIVATE LESSONS:
Private lessons are available on a limited basis; please contact a director by phone at 913-851-7500 or email
at diamondacademy.com.
913-851-7500 www.diamondacademy.com
Fees Fees
Diamond Academy Fee Schedule
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
It is not necessary to re-enroll when trimester fees are due.
1st Session - September, October & November
2nd Session - December, January & February
3rd Session - March, April & May
Summer Session June - Mid-Late August
Payments for the 1st session must be made in full at time of enrollment for fall classes.
Payments for the 2nd session are due by December 1st.
Payments for the 3rd session are due by March 1st.
Payments for the Summer Session are due at the time of enrollment (mid-April)
If payments are not received by the 1st, a $30 late fee will apply to account without
notice. There is a $30.00 charge for all returned checks.
Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to offer
these programs to you and your family
2010/2011 FEES
All fees listed below are for one session.
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
Dance Fees
45 minute class $125.00
55 minute class $150.00
85 minute class $200.00
Gymnastics Fees
55 minute class $150.00
115 minute class $255.00
FAMILY DISCOUNTS & REWARDS PROGRAM
Each additional child receives a discount of $14.00 per session
Program Rewards
(troupe, team, competitive recreational team classes are not considered in the rewards
program)
2 classes $26.00 discount
3 classes $30.00 discount
4 classes $36.00 discount
Registration Fee
Annual registration fee per child $35.00
Due every fall enrollment
Prorated thereafter
ALL FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
Release and Waiver Release and Waiver
Download and Print
RELEASE AND WAIVER.docx
You can preview the Release and Waiver Form online below.
If you would like to email this form you need to download it, fill it out and email it as an attachment to lcochran_diamondacademy.com
RELEASE AND WAIVER, MEDICAL FORM 7/2006
I/We _______________________ being the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of ________________ do hereby give permission for my/our child(s)/ward to participate in all activities with Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy.
In consideration for membership in Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy or participation in Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy classes, events, and activities, we agree to be bound by each of the following:
1. Eligibility: We agree to comply with the rules of Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy. We understand that gymnastics involves certain activities in a very unique environment and as such, carries a risk of physical injury. We understand that no matter how careful the students and instructors are no matter how many spotters are used and no matter what landing surface exists the risk of injury cannot be eliminated. The risk of injuries include but are not limited to: minor injuries ,such as bruises, cuts, twisted/sprained ankles: wrist, and more serious injuries such as muscle tears/pulls, dislocations, fractures, permanent paralysis and even death from improper landings and/or falls on the head, neck and back.
2. Readiness to Participate: My child/ward will only participate in those Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy classes, events, competition, and activities for which we believe he/she is physically and psychologically prepared. Prior to participation he/she will have practiced exercises and will perform only those exercises which he/she has accomplished to the degree of confidence necessary to assure he/she can perform them by herself or himself and without injury.
3. Medical Attention: I/We hereby give my/our consent to Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy and/or the host organization to provide, through a medical staff of its choice, customary medical/athletic training attention, transportation and emergency medical services as warranted in the course of participation. We fully understand that Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy staff members are not physicians or medical practitioners of any kind. With the above in mind, we hereby release any injury or illness, and if deemed
necessary by the Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy staff to call a doctor and to seek medical help, including transportation by a Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy staff member and or its representatives,
whether paid or volunteer to any health care facility or hospital, or the calling of any ambulance for said child
should Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy staff deem that it be necessary.
4. Waiver and Release: We are fully aware of and associate the risks, including the risk of catastrophic
injury, paralysis, and even death, as well as other damages and losses associated with participation in
gymnastic activities and events. With the above in mind, and being fully aware of the risks and possibility of
injury involved, I/We consent to have my/.our child of children participate in the programs offered by Diamond
Gymnastics & Dance Academy I, my spouse, my executors and other representatives waive and release all
rights and claims for damages that we or my child or children may have against the Diamond Gymnastics &
Dance Academy and/or its representatives whether paid or volunteer.
5. I/We further agree that Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy and the sponsor of any Diamond
Gymnastics & Dance Academy event, along with the employee, agents, officers and directors of these
organizations shall not be liable for any losses or damages occurring as a result of participation in the event,
except where such loss or damage is the result of the intentional or reckless conduct of one of the
organizations or individuals identified above. I/We agree to indemnify and hold harmless Diamond gymnastics
& Dance Academy it’s owners, officers, directors, staff, employees and guest instructors from any and all
liability in the event that my/our should become injured while on the premises at Diamond Gymnastics & Dance
Academy or while involved in a Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy function.
6. I/We also represent that I/We now have and will continue to provide proper hospitalization, health and
accident insurance coverage which I/We consider adequate for both my/our child’s protection and my/our own
protection.
7. I/We also understand that it is the parent’s responsibility to warn the child about the dangers of
gymnastics and injury. The parent should warn the child according to what the parent feels is appropriate.
Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy will only warn the child through “Safety Messages” and our teaching
style and progressions.
We acknowledge that we have been given a copy of the Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy Procedures
and Policies. A staff member of Diamond Gymnastics & Dance Academy has reviewed the foregoing Release
and Waiver form to me, and I/We have been asked if we would like a copy given of the same.
Signature of Athlete (s) (if 18 yrs. or older)
For any athlete who is not yet 18 years old: As a legal parent or guardian of this athlete, I/We hereby verify by
my signature below that I/We fully understand and accept each of the above conditions for permitting my child
to participate in classes, events, competitions and activities conducted by Diamond Gymnastics & Dance
Academy. By execution hereof, I/We do further bind myself my spouse and my child.
Printed name of Parent/Guardian
Signature of Parent/Guardian
MEDICAL HISTORY
To be completed by parent/ legal guardian or by the student if over 18 yrs of age.
Check the appropriate space for “YES” or “NO”
Student 1:
YES NO Is the student currently under any medication? If YES, please list:
__ __ ______________________________________________________________
__ __ Does the student have any allergies to food and/or drugs? If so, please list:
______________________________________________________________
__ __ Has the participating student ever been advised by a physician not to participate
in any athletic activity ? If yes, please provide a medical release form from your
physician.
__ __ Has the participating student ever had surgery? If so, please explain:
______________________________________________________________
Check only the appropriate box below if the participating student has any history of the following:
__ Asthma __ High Blood Pressure __ Broken Bones __ Hepatitis __ Hypoglycemia
__ Frequent Headaches __ Neck/Back injury __ Diabetes __ Chronic back pain
__ Frequent nose bleeds __ Irregular heart beat
Please explain any physical, mental or medical condition not listed above in the space below:
Location Location
Diamond Academy
7270 W 161st Street
Overland Park, KS 66085
Diamond Academy 7270 W 161st Street; Overland Park, KS 66085 P: 913-851-7500 F: 913-851-8128
