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02/11/2026

⭐️ Meet the PPMG Adjudicators ⭐️

Karen’s contribution to calisthenics reaches far beyond the stage. Since joining the Australian Society of Calisthenic Adjudicators in 1989, she has adjudicated at every level, National, State, Regional, and Metropolitan, drawn to the sport’s evolution and the creativity of its performers and coaches.

Her dedication has been recognised through Life Memberships with both the Calisthenic Association of South Australia and the Australian Society of Calisthenic Adjudicators, as well as a State Government Service Award and the ACF Official of the Year honour in 2016.

Beginning calisthenics at just two years old at Halifax Girls Club, Karen went on to represent South Australia ten times before coaching for more than 30 years. She led her club to multiple aggregate wins, coached seven state teams (six earning aggregate titles), and supported many successful soloists.

Alongside calisthenics, Karen trained in ballet, gymnastics, voice, and ballroom dance, achieving national and international recognition and performing in numerous stage productions, yet calisthenics always remained her true passion.

Away from the stage, Karen has been married to her husband Steve for 41 years and is immensely proud of their son. She has also built a successful career in the insurance industry for more than 30 years and now runs her own business.

Karen continues to be inspired by every performance and wishes each Team the very best of luck in this magnificent competition.

02/11/2026

⭐️ Meet the PPMG Adjudicators ⭐️

Tracey Tutin has dedicated her life to the sport of calisthenics, bringing a wealth of experience as a competitor, coach, mentor and adjudicator. Tracey began her calisthenics journey at Regent Calisthenics College, where she competed at Championship level for 16 years. During her competitive career, she was a two-time RSSS Graceful Girl finalist and proudly represented Australia on three tours to the United States, both as a competitor and later as a coach.

With more than 47 years of coaching experience, Tracey has successfully coached across all levels of the sport, from recreational classes through to Championship competition. Her coaching career includes nine years at North East Border Calisthenics Club, where she guided the club from Division 10 to Division 3 while achieving numerous RSSS Aggregate successes. Together with her sister, she also established and taught recreational calisthenics in Wangaratta, giving her a broad appreciation of the sport and its developmental pathway. For 28 years, Tracey was Principal of Crown Calisthenics College, where she coached every age division throughout her career. During her leadership, she fostered a culture of excellence, respect and enjoyment, with many performers achieving success while developing a lifelong love of calisthenics.

Tracey's coaching expertise has also been recognised through appointments to the Victorian State Team program, serving as Assistant Coach of the Victorian Intermediate State Team in 1999 and 2000, and as Specialist Coach to the Victorian Senior State Team in 2003.

An Advanced Level 2 Maintenance Adjudicator, Tracey has been a valued member of the Australian Society of Calisthenics Adjudicators (Victoria Branch) for more than 25 years.

Her extensive experience as both a coach and adjudicator enables her to
assess performances with fairness, consistency and integrity, while recognising excellence in technique, artistry, musical interpretation and performance quality. She values encouraging every competitor to perform to their fullest potential while
celebrating the individuality that makes each performance unique.

30/10/2026

✨ PPMG Merch Update ✨

Orders have started shipping and tracking numbers will be sent shortly for those who haven't already received them. A reminder to make sure your RevSport Invoice shows as PAID or your order will not be sent.

The last few programs are available to buy from the ACF shop with express shipping up until Tuesday 1pm SA Time. https://www.revolutionise.com.au/acf/shop/12340

25/10/2026

SAVE THE DATE | BUILDING THE CONNECTION

Adjudicating | Examining | Coaching

Three disciplines. One shared foundation. 💫

Join the Australian Calisthenic Federation for a FREE national education seminar exploring how adjudicating, calisthenic skills and coaching connect, and why strong technique is fundamental to everything we do.

Presented by ACF's national Program Heads of Committee.

📅 CHOOSE FROM THREE DATES:

⭐️ Monday 30 November 2026
⭐️ Wednesday 2 December 2026
⭐️ Friday 4 December 2026

✨ FREE TO ATTEND!

Whether you're a coach, examiner, adjudicator or participant, this is an opportunity to strengthen our shared understanding and build greater consistency across our sport.

📢 Registration details coming soon!

📸 Brighton Calisthenics Club ACC26 Ruby Tier
DanceWork Videography

22/10/2026

🎓Final call - Register for the the ACF Schools Program Pilot! 🎓

We’re excited to be launching a mini schools program this term ahead of the full ACF Schools Program next year. This is a new three-session movement program from the Australian Calisthenic Federation, and we’re looking for schools to help us pilot it. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, coach or club member, if you have a connection to a school, we’d love your help bringing it to their Years 2-3 classes.

Classroom teachers deliver the sessions in their own class, and no specialist experience is needed.

- Years 2-3 take part in three 45-minute sessions, one a week, 9 to 27 November
- Step-by-step session plans, safety notes and support from ACF
- Open to metro and regional schools across the government, Catholic and independent sectors

Know a school that would love this? Share this post with them today!

📅 Expressions of interest close TONIGHT.
👉 Register your school: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/acf/events/384044

18/10/2026

Wow what a weekend! We are missing ACC26 already!

If you attended now is the time to give us your feedback. Please complete the post event survey here - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/S66TQ3Z

CalisthenicsEverywhere

📸 Keyzpark - ACC26
Videography

17/10/2026

Congratulations to all Diamond Tier Teams and their coaches on an exceptional section at the ACF Senior Club Carnival. The calibre of performance, preparation and teamwork across this tier was outstanding.

Thank you for supporting ACC26 and contributing to the success of this inaugural national event.

Congratulations to the Gold Medalists today - Sarah H & Becky R - you were inspiring.

We extend our sincere thanks to everyone who made the Diamond Tier — and the entire competition — possible:

• Competition Head: Megan Taylor
• Adjudicators: Juliette Barry, Susan Anderson, Pam Bartlett & Kate Loveridge
• Writers: Kelly Brockman, Julie Hutchins, Ally Apeldoorn, Tricia Parker & Bev Bahr
• Assessors: Kerry Sargent, Kristine Reynolds & Ally Apeldoorn
• ACF Heads of Competitions: Jodie Appleton & Di Treagus
• Chairpersons: Natalie Wallace & Mel Rush
• ACF Staff: Ally Apeldoorn, Kelsee Reynolds & Matt Williams
• All Club Volunteers.

Thank you to all staff at Futures Entertainment Centre - you have been outstanding to work with.

To Nick Berry-Smith for roaming videography.

To Niks Gourmet Kitchen, QR delights and CASA canteen for keeping us well fed.

We also acknowledge Danceworks for the official event photography, videography, and sponsorship.

Diamond Tier Teams — you were exceptional.

17/10/2026

We are LOVING ACF Senior Club Carnival and hope you are too!

Diamond Tier is halfway through and AMAZING!

If you’re not here or watching live you are missing out.

Teams - make sure you’ve all ordered your photos and videos from DanceWork Videography to keep the memories alive!

📸 Canadian Bay Calisthenics College

16/10/2026

💙 30 MINUTES UNTIL EMERALD BEGINS 💙

ACC26 is about to begin! Watch Ridgehaven, Maroondah, Plympton Halifax, Deanne and West Coast take the stage!

📺 Can't be there? Catch every moment LIVE!

👉 LIVESTREAM: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/acf/payperview

16/10/2026

The Ruby Tier Teams delivered a brilliant section at the ACF Senior Club Carnival. Congratulations to every team and coach on your outstanding performances — your strength, artistry and commitment were evident in every routine.

Thank you for supporting ACC26 and contributing to this national pathway. Your dedication and sportsmanship helped make this section a standout.

A special thank you to Danceworks for capturing the event through their photography.

Well done, Ruby Tier Teams.

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