AEROBICS (YEARS 3 – 12)

Aerobics is an optional cocurricular activity open to students in Years 3 – 12 running from around the middle of Term 1 until mid-Sept each year.

The program includes weekly training and a number of local, state and national competition opportunities.

Commitment, Competitions & Training Times

We understand that there may be clashes with other activities or sports. However, as aerobics is a team-based discipline, students must commit to weekly attendance once training begins.

  • Years 3 – 6 Training | Thursdays | 3.15 – 5.00pm | Sports Centre
  • Years 9 – 12 Training | Tuesday & Friday | 6.45 – 8.00am | Sports Centre
  • Years 7 & 8 Training | Wednesday | 3.40 – 5.15pm | Sports Centre

In addition, careful consideration should be taken prior to trialing for the aerobics program for competition dates which are an essential expectation for team members. Competition dates are made available in Term 1 prior to the sign-up process.

  • Competitions are generally held in May, June, August and September each year (dates vary from year to year).

The School also holds an Aerobics Display Night in early to mid-Term 2 on site.

Supervision & Medical Requirements

All training sessions are conducted onsite at Mentone Grammar and are led by aerobics coaches who hold basic first aid qualifications. Students who attend should be able to independently manage any existing medical conditions.

Sessions will typically involve performing choreographed, high energy team routines to music. Due to the nature of the activity and its voluntary format, the program cannot be individually tailored to student needs.

Staff will monitor participation and wellbeing, but if a student appears to be experiencing difficulty, the School will contact the student and/or parents to discuss whether ongoing participation is appropriate.

Sign-Up Process

Families will be sent information about aerobics sign-ups in Term 1 each year.

  • Years 3 – 6 sign-ups are managed via a Google or Microsoft form
  • Years 7 – 12 sign-ups are via Clipboard (accessible for students only via MyApps)
Equipment Required

Students who are successful in making an aerobics team require the following items to be purchased (not available from Mentone Grammar uniform shop):

  • Costume/leotard – this can be purchased through the School. Further details regarding ordering and payment will be provided to participants.
  • Hair scrunchie (as required)
  • Shimmer tights (e.g., Capezio Ultra Shimmery Tights in Suntan)
  • White crew-cut socks (not ankle socks)
  • White aerobics shoes
Aerobics Contact Details

Years 3 – 6 Aerobics Coordinator: Kim Cartwright

Years 7 – 12 Aerobics Coordinator & (Acting) Head of Sport – Girls: Jodie Burton