About Cambourne Comets
The start of our story:
Cambourne Comets was founded in July 2012 by a small group of parents and coaches, who were united in their belief that all gymnasts should have the opportunity to experience and engage in the sport of trampolining in a safe and welcoming environment, a principle that still remains at the heart of the club ethos.
Who are we?
Cambourne Comets is a friendly, approachable recreational and competitive trampoline and DMT club based at Cambourne Fitness and Sports Centre, Cambridgeshire, who welcome bouncers of all ages and abilities from beginners through to National Competitors, to our structured sessions. We are registered with British Gymnastics through whom all our coaches and committee are trained and are dedicated to providing positive trampolining opportunities for all within Cambridgeshire and the surrounding areas.
How do we operate?
Cambourne Comets is managed by a small dedicated committee of volunteers, who employ a number of coaches up to UKCC level 3. We believe in communication and accountability and are fully committed to the wellbeing and welfare of the children bouncing with us.
Safeguarding:
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
To ensure the welfare and safety of our members, the Club has adopted in full the British Gymnastics 'Health & Safety for Clubs & Affiliated Organisations' policy and their 'Safeguarding' policy, combining previous Safeguarding Policies for Children and Adults at Risk (copies are available to view on Club Policies page).
Our appointed Club Welfare Officers, Stephanie Reardon, Teresa Shaw and Jess Williams are the first point of contact for club staff, volunteers, gymnasts and parents for any issue concerning child welfare, poor practice within club or potential/alleged abuse. Issues can be raised in confidence by emailing welfarecambournecomets@gmail.com.
What days do we train?
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evenings along with Saturday mornings.
We also offer Double Mini Trampoline (DMT) sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
How much does it cost?
Sessions cost £7.00 and run for an hour. You will be invoiced at the beginning of each term. We are happy to allow the payments to be spread over the term but ask all accounts are cleared before the last week of the term. We will assume membership is continuing unless we are emailed to confirm cancellation.
Payment is done by bank transfer, of which details will be sent with invoice.
Missed sessions:
Refunds will not be issued for missed sessions or where the gymnast decides they do not want to attend anymore.
Cancellation notice period:
To enable us to fill your place, if you wish to leave the club, you are required to give a notice period of at least one month by email. Please contact cambournecomets@gmail.com with your intention to leave and any feedback you think could help us to improve.
How are the sessions run?
We provide recreational and competitive classes to gymnasts from the age of 5½ yrs and upwards using the British Gymnastics trampoline proficiency award scheme. Sessions have either 2 or 3 classes running at the same time and bouncers are allocated a coach to suit their skills and needs. We provide one-to-one coaching to ensure we meet the individual needs of the member. Bouncers will take part in a five minute floor warm up at the start of the session, followed by a warm up on the trampoline bed and then they are all set to train.
What should you wear?
Suitable sports clothing without buttons, zips, toggles, hoods etc. that may get caught on the bed
Trampoline shoes or socks are a must.
Jewellery, watches, badges and anything else that may catch must be removed.
Long hair must be tied back.
British Gymnastics and Club Membership:
Regular bouncers will be expected to become members of Cambourne Comets Trampoline Club and British Gymnastics (BG). Fees are payable monthly thereafter preferably by standing order.
BG 'Community' membership for recreational bouncers costs £24 and Comets yearly membership fee is £25 which includes affiliation to the Eastern Counties Gymnastic Association (ECGA).
Taster sessions:
We run regular taster sessions throught the year, where you can have a go at bouncing and meet our coaches. Further information can be found on our 'Taster Session' page.
Holiday sessions:
Holiday sessions are handled on a pay as you go basis and must be booked and paid for in advance.
Where to find us:
We are based at Cambourne Fitness and Sports Centre, Back Lane, Cambridge, England CB23 6FL, United Kingdom.