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LIGHT Invite | Competition Package
February 5 - 7, 2027 - WAG | MAG | ACRO
Welcome to the Official Competition Package for the 2027 LIGHT Invite.
This package contains the official policies, procedures, registration information, deadlines, and discipline-specific details for clubs, coaches, judges, and athletes participating in the event.
All registrations for the LIGHT Invite will be completed through SportSoft for WAG and MAG and KSIS for ACRO. Registered clubs, coaches, athletes, and families will also have access to competition schedules, rotations, and live results throughout the competition weekend.
The preliminary competition schedule will be distributed to registered clubs by January 2027.
As competition details continue to be finalized, we encourage clubs, coaches, and judges to visit the official LIGHT Invite webpage regularly for the latest announcements, venue information, hotel accommodations, maps, schedules, and event updates.
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Women's Artistic Competition
Competition Levels
CCP Level 1 - 10
Xcel Bronze - Sapphire
Aspire
Registration Opens Sept. 1, 2026
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Men's Artistic
Competition
Competition Levels
Provincial 1 - 5
Registration Opens Sept. 1, 2026
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Acrobatic
Competition
Competition Levels
Level 2 - 10
Aspire, Pre-Youth, Youth,
Junior and Senior
Blocks: Bronze - Diamond
Registration Opens Sept. 1, 2026
MEET INFORMATION
COMPETITION VENUE
WinSport Event Centre, Canada Olympic Park
Address: 88 Canada Olympic Road SW, Calgary, AB T3B 5R5
Website: https://www.winsport.ca/
The event will be held at the WinSport Event Centre, located in the Markin MacPhail Centre.
PARKING
Please note, free parking is in effect for our event.
Parking lots are indicated in white on the map beside.
Accessible parking is available in the designated lots. Guests looking to use these spots must have a valid accessible parking pass properly displayed on their vehicle.
REGISTRATION PAYMENT
Payment is due at the time of registration and no later than December 1, 2026. Any account with a balance still outstanding after December 1, 2026 will be charged a late fee of $50.00 plus GST.
All fees are quoted in Canadian dollars (CAD). Teams registering from the US or internationally will be charged at the exchange rate in effect on the day of registration.
A registration is only confirmed once we have both your completed online form and your payment. Many groups fill before the deadline, so register and pay early to make sure your athletes get a spot.
Club Payment can be made by:
Payable by Cheque
LIGHT Gymnastics Ltd.
7008 P 5th Street SE
Calgary, AB T2H 2G3
WAIVER FORMS
Alberta Clubs: In place of competitor-specific waiver forms, it is assumed that the parent/guardian of the athlete has previously completed the Alberta Gymnastics Federation (AGF) Release of Liability waiver and Personal Information Protection Act form through their home club for the 2026/27 season.
Out-of-Province Clubs: All athletes are required to complete the AGF waiver and PIPA release forms. Click here to download the waiver forms. Confirmation that your club is in good standing with your PTO will need to be provided. Please scan the signed waivers and confirmation to info@lightacrogym.ca.
Photo/Video Release: In place of competitor-specific Personal Information Protection Act form, it is inferred that by registering and paying for your athlete, the parent/guardian of the athlete consents to the use, release, publication and collection of sounds and images (video and pictures) to be published or aired in a variety of locations, including on television, radio and newspaper, as well as LIGHT Gymnastics website, and social media platforms and publications.
EQUIPMENT & MEDICAL
Equipment: WAG and T&T equipment is supplied by Spieth America.
With Spieth equipment technicians on site during the competition.
Medical: Paramedic medical services will be provided on-site during the event.
MEET POLICIES
INVITE ATHLETE PRICING
Standard Registration:
$180 + GST per Athlete
October 1st - December 1st
Click here for Payment Details
Blocks (Acro) Registration:
$30 + GST per Athlete
September 1st - December 1st
Click here for Payment Details
Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
09/01/2026 | Registration Opens - 10:00 AM - MST |
09/30/2026 | Early Bird Registration ends |
12/01/2026 | Coach Registration Deadline |
12/01/2026 | Withdrawl Deadline |
12/01/2026 | Registration Closes |
01/07/2027 | Medical Withdrawl Deadline |
Early Bird Registration:
$160 + GST per Athlete
September 1st - September 30th
Standard Registration:
$180 + GST per Athlete
October 1st - December 1st
Blocks (Acro) Registration:
$30 + GST per Athlete
September 1st - December 1st
Click here for Payment Details
Dates | Milestones |
|---|---|
09/01/2026 | Registration Opens - 10:00 AM - MST |
09/30/2026 | Early Bird Registration ends |
12/01/2026 | Coach Registration Deadline |
12/01/2026 | Withdrawl Deadline |
12/01/2026 | Registration Closes |
01/07/2027 | Medical Withdrawl Deadline |
INVITE ATHLETE PRICING
Early Bird Registration:
$160 + GST per Athlete
September 1st - September 30th
Standard Registration:
$180 + GST per Athlete
October 1st - December 1st
Blocks Registration:
$30 + GST per Athlete
September 1st - December 1st
Click here for Payment Details
Standard Registration:
$180 + GST per Athlete
October 1st - December 1st
Click here for Payment Details
Blocks (Acro) Registration:
$30 + GST per Athlete
September 1st - December 1st
Click here for Payment Details
Dates | Milestones |
|---|---|
09/01/2026 | Registration Opens - 10:00 AM - MST |
09/30/2026 | Early Bird Registration ends |
12/01/2026 | Coach Registration Deadline |
12/01/2026 | Withdrawl Deadline |
12/01/2026 | Registration Closes |
01/07/2027 | Medical Withdrawl Deadline |
Early Bird Registration:
$160 + GST per Athlete
September 1st - September 30th
Click here for Payment Details
COACH PRICING
Coach Registration:
$50 + GST per Coach
September 1st - December 1st
All Coaches must be registered through SportzSoft
Coach registrations must be submitted no later than December 1, 2026. Coach registrations received after the deadline will be considered late and subject to a
$15.00 + GST late fee per coach.
WITHDRAWLS AND LEVEL CHANGES
Withdrawal Deadline: Dec 1, 2026
Medical Withdrawal Deadline: Jan 7, 2027
Level Change Deadline: Jan 7, 2027
Please use this form to submit your withdrawals and level changes for LIGHT Invite 2027.
REFUND POLICY
Withdrawals: Refund requests submitted on or before December 1, 2026, will be honoured less a $40.00 administrative fee.
Medical Withdrawals: Only medical refund requests will be accepted from December 1, 2026, through January 7, 2027. All medical refund requests must be accompanied by a valid doctor’s note submitted with the form. Notes from physiotherapists, chiropractors, massage therapists, or other non-physician practitioners will not be accepted. Medical refunds will be honoured less a $40.00 administrative fee and $52.50 for the cost of the suit.
No refunds will be issued after January 7, 2027, for any reason, including medical withdrawal or no-shows. We kindly ask that all scratches submitted after January 7, 2027, be submitted through the form, so we can keep the judges informed. All approved refunds will be processed following the conclusion of the competition and will be sent by e-transfer.
RULES & REGULATIONS
WAG
LEVELS:
CCP Level 1 – 10
Xcel Bronze – Sapphire
Aspire
RULES:
2022-2026 Xcel Code of Points
2021-2029 Development
Compulsory Program
2022-2026 Development Optional Code of Points
2025-2028 FIG Code of Points
AWARDS:
1st – 10th on each Event
1st – 10th All-Around
MAG
LEVELS:
Provincal 1 - 5
RULES:
Coming Soon
AWARDS:
1st – 10th on each Event
1st – 10th All-Around
ACRO
LEVELS:
Level 2 - 10
Aspire, Pre-Youth, Youth,
Junior and Senior
Blocks: Bronze - Diamond
RULES:
USAG Code 2025-2026 Level 2 -10
FIG Code 2025-2026 (Aspire - Senior)
Aspire Code from Gym Can
XCel Blocks Code (2023 Edition)
AWARDS:
1st – 10th on each Event
1st – 10th All-Around
Hotels
Four Points by Sheraton Hotels & Suites Calgary West
RATES
$169 + taxes for Queen/ King Suite Breakfast is included.
$149 + taxes for Standard/King Queen Breakfast is included.
TAXES/FEES
Hotel’s room rates are subject to applicable federal, provincial, and local taxes and fees, currently 17.74% (5.3% Goods and Services Tax, 6.00% Tourism levy, 6.00% Destination Marketing Fee) in effect at the time of check-out.
GUESTROOMS
Queen Suites / King Suite or Standard Queen/ king
RESERVATION
Individual reservation by telephone to (403) 288-4441 (EXT. 1 or 8). All guests shall make reservations. Please be prepared to give a credit card number to guarantee your arrival. Reservations can also be made via the Marriott website; PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK
CUT-OFF DATE
All rooms must be booked by December 21st , 2026. Rooms will be released back into the hotel inventory for resale after the cut-off date and the preferred rate will not be guaranteed after this date.
SANDMAN HOTEL & SUITES CALGARY WEST
RATES
Standard King - $149 Standard Two Double - $149
Standard Two Queen - $149 | Standard Two Double with Sofa Bed - $149
Standard Two Queen w/ Sofa Bed - $149
Corporate King w/ Sofa Bed - $159 | Executive King w/ Sofa Bed - $169
Balcony King w/ Sofa Bed - $179 | Lofted King w/ Sofa Bed - $189 | Jacuzzi King w/ Sofa Bed - $199
TAXES/FEES
Hotel’s room rates are subject to applicable federal, provincial, and local taxes and fees, currently 17.74% (5.3% Goods and Services Tax, 6.00% Tourism levy, 6.00% Destination Marketing Fee) in effect at the time of check-out.
RESERVATION
Please pass along the Block ID 678136, who will reference this when they call to make their reservations.
Group Name: LIGHT Invite
CUT-OFF DATE
The Sandman is not holding any bookings and will only book strictly on availability.
Contact Info
Meet Contact: If you have any questions or inquires regarding the 2027 competition, please feel free to reach out to Devin at LIGHTinvite@lightacrogym.ca
Host Club: LIGHT Gymnastics | info@lightacrogym.ca | 587-205-0110 | lightacrogym.ca