The UKAG Framework
The UKAG Framework provides a structured pathway for the delivery of gymnastics and trampolining within school and community settings.
It defines the standards, training expectations and safeguarding alignment required to ensure consistent, progressive and compliant provision across both disciplines.
Training & Governance
Structured coach education pathways aligned with UKAG standards, including certification and ongoing CPD.
Licensing
A defined operating model for organisations delivering gymnastics under the UKAG framework.
Quality & Compliance
Independent review processes, operational audits, and safeguarding alignment to maintain national standards.
Safeguarding & Standards
Clear behavioural expectations, safer recruitment guidance, and structured delivery benchmarks.
BENEFITS FOR SCHOOLS & COMMUNITY PREMISES
Defined Safeguarding Alignment
UKAG operates within a structured safeguarding framework, including safer recruitment guidance, behavioural standards, and clear reporting procedures. Schools and venues can be confident that delivery aligns with recognised safeguarding expectations and consistent operational practice.
This reduces risk and increases transparency.
Structured Quality Standards
The UKAG framework establishes clear coaching benchmarks, session structure guidelines, and progression pathways. This ensures consistency across delivery settings and reduces variability in provision quality.
Schools benefit from reliable, structured programming rather than informal or inconsistent session delivery.
Compliance & Operational Oversight
Through defined compliance checks and operational review processes, UKAG ensures that coaches and licensed operators maintain alignment with agreed standards. This includes documentation oversight, behavioural expectations, and ongoing professional development.
This provides reassurance that provision is monitored, not just assumed.
Professional Partnership Model
UKAG works in partnership with schools and community premises to deliver organised, well managed gymnastics provision. Clear communication channels, defined roles, and structured processes support smooth collaboration.
This creates long term stability rather than ad hoc arrangements.
BENEFITS FOR COACHES
The UKAG Coaching Pathway
Junior Coach Pathway from 14 years
Designed for young leaders beginning their coaching journey. The Junior Coach pathway provides structured introduction to gymnastics delivery, safe practice awareness, and foundational coaching skills under supervision.
Junior Coaches gain practical experience, confidence, and clear behavioural expectations while working within a defined framework. This creates early leadership development and a supported entry into professional coaching.
Assistant Coach Pathway from 16 years
For developing coaches building technical confidence and session responsibility. The Assistant Coach pathway strengthens knowledge of skill progressions, class management, safeguarding alignment, and structured session delivery.
Assistant Coaches operate within clear standards, receive defined role expectations, and work toward higher accreditation within the UKAG framework. This ensures consistency and progression rather than informal learning.
Lead Coach Pathway from 18 years
For experienced coaches responsible for delivery standards and session leadership. The Lead Coach pathway focuses on programme structure, quality assurance alignment, safeguarding oversight, and professional representation of the UKAG framework.
Lead Coaches uphold standards, mentor junior staff, and ensure sessions meet defined quality benchmarks. This provides clear accountability and recognised professional status.