ACF Calisthenic Skills Programme in SA
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Revised Test 3

On 1 July 2008, a revised Test 3 Syllabus was introduced which has been used for examinations from November 2008 onwards. All Coaches and Pupils must use the new Syllabus: Test 3 - Version 2. For a copy of the revised Test 3 Syllabus, click onto the ACF Website link above.

March 2009 Newsletter

To view the EAB March 2009 Newsletter, click here.

Examiners' Feedback February 2009 Examinations

To view the Examiners' Feedback from the February 2009 Examinations, click here.

Summer School 2010

Click here for information about the Calisthenic Skills Summer School in 2010.


About the Programme

The Australian Calisthenic Federation (ACF) Calisthenic Skills Programme is a National Examination Programme administered by each State/Territory Association. In South Australia, this is the Calisthenic Association of South Australia (CASA).

The examination system was first introduced in 1979 to raise the standard of calisthenics and to unify terminology and technique throughout Australia. Gradually, to standardise competency throughout Australia, various levels have become prerequisites for Solo and Graceful Competitions and also Coaches Accreditation.

The system consists of three divisions – TESTS, GRADES and MEDALS. Within these divisions there is a logical progression through the various elements which make up the foundation of calisthenics.

The Test and Grade examinations are based on a set syllabus and music audio which emphasises technical detail, presentation and knowledge of terminology. In the Medals section choreography and performance are also considered.


Prerequisites for Calisthenic Solos, Duos and Graceful Solos

Calisthenic Skills requirements introduced for all solos and duos in South Australia as of 1st January 2009
Click here and also here for a copy of the Prerequisites for Calisthenic Solos, Duos and Graceful Solos.


Guidelines for Coaches and Candidates

Click here for a copy of the Guidelines for Coaches and Candidates.


Application Forms for SA

Click here for application forms for examinations in Adelaide in February 2010.

Click here for application forms for examinations in Adelaide in November 2009.

Click here for application forms for examinations in Port Lincoln in November 2009.

Click here for application forms for examinations in Whyalla in October 2009.

Click here for application forms for examinations in Mount Gambier in December 2009.

Click here for order forms for the Video of Syllabus and Musical CD to Accompany Syllabus, or the Test 3 - Version 2 DVD/CD.


ACF Website

For complete details of the Calisthenic Skills Programme, including guidelines regarding ages, charts of all levels and their appropriate syllabi, please click here to be taken to the ACF website.


Contact in SA

The Programme in SA is administered by:

Mrs Diane Winterling
CASA Calisthenic Skills Administrator and ACF Director of Skills

Email: ptd@netspace.net.au

Phone: 0409 521 990


Examiners in SA

Examiners in SA, like elsewhere in Australia, undergo extensive training and updating to qualify for, and maintain, their Australian Sports Council National Officiating Accreditation Scheme examiner accreditation. All must be qualified Level 1 Coaches before they can enter the Examiners Training Scheme.

Examiners are accredited to examine up to certain levels. Candidates for medals are always examined by an interstate adjudicator, so our medal examiners often travel interstate to examine candidates. Examiners also travel to regional areas throughout the year, to present prep days and examine, and at times travel interstate to assist States / Territories who lack a pool of qualified examiners themselves.

In South Australia, our examiners and their highest level of accreditation are:

Mrs Diane Winterling      Gold Medal
Mrs Glenys Datson Grade 3
Mrs Meredith Phillis Grade 2
Mrs Sharron Stubbs Grade 2
Mrs Barbara Van Heythuysen Test 3
Mrs Danae McGregor Test 3
Mrs Dianne Nicholls Test 3
Mrs Deanna Papalia Test 3
Ms Michelle Symons Test 3

Successful Candidates

Click here for a list of successful candidates November 2008 - February 2009.

Click here for a list of successful candidates November 2007 - February 2008.

Click here for a list of successful candidates November 2006 - February 2007.

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This page was last updated on 1 February 2010