Training/Open Gyms

[hollyvh]

Hi all! I am an Australian who is training WAG 5/6 (Australian levels). In January my family and I are travelling to Europe. I am hoping to be able to not lose all my skills and strength, as when I get back there are only a few months until I will compete. Does anyone know of any gyms in London I could train in for a day or two or that have an open gym between the dates of 1st January to the 6th. Any suggestions would also be helpful. Thank you!

 

[Jard.the.gymnast]

I'm not from the UK, but I don't think open gyms are a thing in Europe, maybe the UK is different.

You can always ask your coach for a strength list, which you could do at home/in the appartement or where ever you are staying.

And don't forget to have fun! Missing gym for 1 week isn't going to have such a big impact as you seem to think. Our gym was closed for 6 weeks, and most kids came back with all their skills, just by maintaining strength

 

[Tumbellina82]

Open gym does not exist in the UK. That would not be an insurable situation. Or at least that was the case last time I looked (I haven't lived there for a few years.)

If you're desperate to get some training in you contact gyms that will be practically accessible to you and ask if can train as a guest. Mostly they'd let people do a try out session without being a paid up BG member so they must be able to be a little flexible.

Another option would be to look for university gymnastics clubs that allow public membership. They are likely insured through a deal struck by their their athletics union and not BG. They may not allow you if you're under 17 though and might not have the greatest facilities.