Janelle Callisthenics College is a well-established and successful sports club located in Greensborough, Melbourne. With a history dating back to 1970, the club has a strong reputation for excellence in competitive callisthenics, performing at local competitions and the prestigious Royal South Street Society (R. S. ) Eisteddfod in Ballarat.
The college's principal, Mrs Jan Nolan, brings a wealth of experience to the team. She was a member of the renowned Minerva Callisthenics College (now Merinda CC) and transitioned into coaching after her time as a performer. Jan started coaching in 1967 at the Regent Callisthenics College in Preston before opening her own college in Greensborough. Jan is supported by a team of experienced and fully qualified Level One coaches, all of whom hold Level Two First Aid Certificates.
Callisthenics, also known as Australian callisthenics, is a team-based competitive performing art that combines elements of rhythmic gymnastics, ballet, theatricality, costume, dance, and musical interpretation. The sport involves performing a variety of items at stage competitions, such as Figure March, Club Swinging, Free Exercises, Rod Exercises, Aesthetics, and various other 'Fancy Items'. Fancy items are rotated annually and include performances focused on theatrical aspects like Song and dance, Calisthenic Spectacular, Rhythmic, Stage Presentation, and Callisthenics Revue. At the highest level, callisthenics competitors must possess flexibility, strength, balance, control, precision, technique, execution, and choreography skills.
Janelle Callisthenics College welcomes newcomers to join their community. They offer free trial classes in November 2023 for those interested in experiencing callisthenics firsthand. All new members receive two free classes, and the club encourages children of all ages to give callisthenics a try. They even invite participants to bring a friend along.
Location maps and class times for each age group/section can be found on their Classes Page. For further inquiries, aspiring callisthenics enthusiasts can contact Jan Nolan or visit the college's contact page.
Stay up to date with the latest news and events from Janelle Callisthenics College by following them on their Facebook page. The college offers various programmes for different skill levels, including Tinies, Sub-Juniors, Juniors, Intermediates, Seniors, and Masters.
Janelle Callisthenics College values the safety and wellbeing of all members and has implemented Child Safety & Wellbeing Policies to ensure a nurturing environment. The college provides a comprehensive platform for individuals looking to engage in callisthenics, with a focus on skill development, teamwork, and artistic expression.
For those interested in becoming part of Janelle Callisthenics College for the 2024 season, they are encouraged to enrol now and take advantage of the free trial classes offered in November 2023. The club invites everyone to discover the world of callisthenics and join a community of passionate and dedicated individuals.