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Immersion Day

Immersion: state of being deeply engaged or involved

2nd April, 2025 | 10-4pm

Leonardo Hotel Hinckley Island, Watling St, Burbage, Hinckley, LE10 3JA, UK

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Managing the Parent Relationship

Managing the parent relationship is one of the most persistent challenges in gymnastics clubs, yet it’s often overlooked as a key driver of a club’s success. A well-balanced athlete-club-parent triangle is essential, but without clear communication and proactive education, misunderstandings can arise, leading to frustration, complaints, and conflicts that drain time and energy. This Immersion Day will equip club leaders, head coaches, and managers with practical strategies to build stronger relationships with parents, ensuring they feel informed, supported, and aligned with the club’s vision. By taking a proactive approach, clubs can reduce common frustrations, filter out families who may not be the right fit, and create a positive culture where parents become allies rather than obstacles.
 
We’ll explore how clubs can better educate parents on their role in their child’s gymnastics journey while setting clear expectations that prevent issues before they arise. Effective communication strategies will be a key focus, helping clubs establish trust, reduce unnecessary conflicts, and create an environment where coaches can do their best work without distraction. By improving how clubs engage with parents, leaders can protect their coaching environment, strengthen their club culture, and ultimately enhance the experience for athletes, coaches, and families alike. This event is designed to provide clear, actionable steps that can be implemented immediately, helping clubs foster a more harmonious and productive atmosphere.
 
Beyond the structured learning, one of the greatest benefits of attending in person is the opportunity to engage in face-to-face discussions with like-minded gymnastics leaders who share similar challenges. There’s huge value in being in a room with experienced professionals who have navigated the same obstacles, sharing real-world insights, strategies, and lessons learned. These conversations often spark fresh perspectives, new solutions, and a sense of reassurance that no club is facing these challenges alone. The ability to network, problem-solve, and collaborate with peers in a focused, immersive environment makes this event a unique and invaluable experience for those looking to elevate their leadership and club culture.

HOSTS

Nick Ruddock

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Nick is recognised as a world leading coach educator and consultant within the international gymnastics community, having provided services to 25 international federations such as the national teams of Brazil, Japan, Canada, Australia, Germany and Netherlands. Nick is also a technical expert for European Gymnastics. 

Nick’s membership programmes, support and digital services currently reach coaches and leaders in over 60 countries.

Julie Berry

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Julie combines a wealth of gymnastics experience as a, coach, judge, tutor, ‘Gym Mum’ and time as a gymnast with her expertise in the sport and business sector as an advisor and leadership consultant. Julie is an integral member of the NR Gymnastics team assisting Nick with the delivery of the Inner Circle programme, events and project delivery.

Event Details

Schedule

The day will kick off at 10am and end at 4pm, with four content sessions delivered and ample breaks throughout the day.

Tea, coffee and refreshments will be provided, alongside a hot meal for lunch. All dietary requirements will be catered for.

Parking is on-site and free for all attending delegates.

Nearby Accomodation

Leonardo Hotel

Hinckley Island, Watling St, Burbage, Hinckley, LE10 3JA

Premier Inn

Wharf Farm, Coventry Road, Hinckley, LE10 0NB

Travelodge

The Yeoman Harvester, St. Nicolas Park Drive, Nuneaton, CV11 6EN

Local Transport Routes

Hinckley Train Station

2.2 Miles

East Midlands Airport

28 Miles

Birmingham Airport

22 Miles

Here's how previous attendees have felt

All the usual, professional, well organised, welcoming and supportive, encouraged great conversations and discussions
Rudi Wall
Very inspiring event from the venue and the speakers
Barry Snape
I always leave with fresh and new energy and ideas
Nina Fernandez
Great day to network with other club owners and excellent coaches
Kirstie Limbert
The whole experience was brilliant. I can’t wait for your next one
Gemma Hornsby
I just loved it. It has really changed how I am going to think about my life and my role from here on in
Merry Raymond

Frequently Asked Questions

Immersion Days have previously been available exclusively for our Inner Circle members, but in 2025, we’re offering a number of seats to the wider community, members or not!

Primary and Secondary members of the Inner Circle programme are invited to attend our Immersion Days at a cost of just £1.00 each.

Inner Circle clubs may request for additional team members who fall outside of these requirements / or different club representatives than your Primary/Secondary members to attend.

Please contact us on [email protected] to check their eligibility to attend at our £1.00 fee. [£99.00 fee may apply]

We aim to record these events for members that are unable to attend. In some instances this may not be possible, or the quality of recording may not meet the high standards we set and therefore will not be distributed afterwards.

Not at all. Coaches from any country or association to any governing body can attend this event.

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Cancellation within 4 weeks of the event will incur a £99 charge. Your cancellation deadline is March 5th at 5pm.

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