Become a KCGA Junior Ambassador
An exceptional opportunity for a KCGA gymnast to represent their academy, grow in confidence and communication, and become part of KCGA Junior Ambassador history.
KCGA is preparing to select its inaugural Junior Ambassador for a calendar-year appointment in 2027. Character, enthusiasm, reliability and a genuine voice matter more than gymnastics ability alone.
- A first for KCGAThe inaugural Junior Ambassador will begin a new academy tradition.
- 2027 calendar yearA formal appointment, not a one-term role.
- Rolling applicationsApplications are considered until KCGA is ready to make the inaugural appointment.
A new honour within the KCGA community
The Junior Ambassador title recognises a young gymnast’s character, communication and ability to represent KCGA positively—not simply who can perform the most advanced skills.
What is a KCGA Junior Ambassador?
A recognised young representative who helps share the experience, values and joy of gymnastics through selected academy activities and media.
A gymnast first
The Junior Ambassador is not an employee, coach, supervisor or safeguarding officer. The child is never responsible for other gymnasts or academy operations.
More than a title
The inaugural appointment brings together formal recognition, personal development, complimentary training and a lasting place in KCGA’s story.
A calendar year of representation
The selected gymnast holds the official title throughout 2027 and takes part in approved, age-appropriate opportunities to represent the academy.
Confidence and communication
Supportive opportunities to speak, reflect and communicate naturally in the child’s own voice.
Official recognition
A ceremonial certificate and official KCGA T-shirt with an embroidered Junior Ambassador designation.
Three terms of training
One regular weekly KCGA group class in Spring, Summer and Autumn 2027.
Part of KCGA history
The inaugural Junior Ambassador will be recognised as the first holder of this new KCGA honour, creating a record for future generations of KCGA gymnasts.
Sharing gymnastics in a child’s own voice
Activities may include short interviews, appropriate photography or video, explaining what a class is learning, reflecting on progress, welcoming new gymnasts, or contributing to selected KCGA features and events.
There is no fixed weekly content quota. Filming should be brief, planned where possible and secondary to safe gymnastics coaching.
“What have you enjoyed learning recently?”
“What helped you keep trying?”
“What would you say to someone trying gymnastics?”
Current KCGA child members
There is no fixed age requirement for the inaugural programme. KCGA considers each child individually, including their maturity, communication, enthusiasm and suitability for the role, with the support of a parent or legal guardian.
- Regular attendance and reliable participation.
- Positive behaviour and respectful relationships.
- Genuine enthusiasm for gymnastics and KCGA.
- Comfort communicating briefly without undue pressure.
- Interest in approved photography, video and audio, while retaining the right to decline an individual request.
- Expected continued KCGA membership during the 2027 appointment.
Character, enthusiasm and a genuine voice
The strongest gymnast is not automatically the strongest Junior Ambassador. This honour recognises a different form of achievement.
From family application to formal appointment
Applications are considered on a rolling basis, giving KCGA time to find the right young representative for this inaugural appointment. There is no published deadline or fixed announcement date.
- 1
Apply
A parent completes the fillable PDF with the child’s knowledge.
- 2
Review
The CEO considers each application against the approved criteria.
- 3
Shortlist
A brief, friendly speaking activity may be invited if helpful.
- 4
Select
The CEO chooses the gymnast who best reflects the qualities of the programme.
- 5
Confirm
The family completes the selected-family permission process.
- 6
Appoint
The 2027 calendar-year appointment becomes active.
Complimentary regular group training across three terms
The standard benefit is one regular weekly KCGA group gymnastics class across the Spring, Summer and Autumn Terms 2027.
Based on the current standard fee of £480 per term across Spring, Summer and Autumn 2027.
What the standard benefit does not automatically include
- Private gymnastics lessons.
- A second or additional weekly group class.
- Holiday camps or workshops.
- Competition entry fees.
- External competition costs.
- Additional kit beyond the approved Junior Ambassador T-shirt.
- Other separately charged KCGA services.
KCGA may offer additional experiences or items at its discretion, but these are not guaranteed appointment benefits unless separately approved.
Participation built around the child
- The child may decline an individual speaking, filming or photography request.
- A refusal does not bring punishment, embarrassment or automatic loss of the appointment benefit.
- Filming remains brief, supervised and secondary to safe coaching.
- If the child no longer wishes to continue, KCGA discusses the appointment with the family rather than applying pressure.
- The public identity is first name only, without surname, school, date of birth, contact information or public location designation.
A parent-led, rolling application
Read the programme information with your child, download and complete the fillable Parent Application PDF, then return the saved form using the instructions inside it.
- 1Read the programme information together.
- 2Download and complete the fillable Parent Application PDF.
- 3Confirm that your child knows about the application and wants to be considered.
- 4Save the completed PDF to your device.
- 5Email it to dr.kolimechkov@icloud.com with the subject KCGA Junior Ambassador 2027 Application.
Information for each stage
Download the public programme information and fillable application for the inaugural 2027 appointment.
Programme Guide 2027
A parent-facing guide to the appointment, selection, benefits and child-centred participation principles.
Download Programme GuideParent Application Form 2027
The parent-led application to complete with the child’s knowledge and interest.
Download Parent ApplicationParticipation & Media Consent Agreement 2027
This detailed agreement is provided privately to selected or conditionally selected families before the appointment becomes active. It is not a primary public download.
The first chapter begins in 2027
In 2027, one young gymnast will become the inaugural KCGA Junior Ambassador—the first name in a new tradition of representation, confidence and contribution at Kensington & Chelsea Gymnastics Academy.
Future Junior Ambassadors will join this growing KCGA tradition, creating a lasting story of young gymnasts who have represented their academy with character and a genuine voice.
Junior Ambassador FAQs
Does my child need to be an advanced or competitive gymnast?
No. Advanced skills and competition results are not required. KCGA is looking for communication, enthusiasm, reliability, character, confidence, commitment and appropriate parent support.
Who can apply?
Current KCGA child members may be considered with parent or legal-guardian support. There is no fixed age requirement for the inaugural programme; KCGA considers each child individually, including their maturity, communication, enthusiasm and suitability for the role.
How many Junior Ambassadors will be appointed?
The launch centres on one inaugural KCGA Junior Ambassador. KCGA may appoint additional ambassadors at its discretion.
How long is the appointment and what training is included?
The appointment covers the 2027 calendar year. The standard benefit is one regular weekly KCGA group class across the Spring, Summer and Autumn Terms 2027.
Will my child be filmed every week?
No. There is no fixed content quota. Filming should be brief, age-appropriate and secondary to gymnastics training.
What if my child does not want to be filmed or continue?
The child may decline an individual request. If they no longer wish to continue in the role, KCGA will discuss this with the family and follow the agreed process without pressuring the child.
How do rolling applications work?
The Parent Application is available on this page. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and there is no published deadline. KCGA may close applications when it is ready to make an appropriate selection.
Can the ambassador apply again for 2028?
Yes, if the programme continues. Reappointment is not automatic.
Could your child become the first KCGA Junior Ambassador?
KCGA is looking for a young gymnast who can represent their academy with enthusiasm, character and a genuine voice—and become part of KCGA Junior Ambassador history.