Queensland police are investigating an allegation of assault at Splitz Gym on Jijaws Street after reports emerged on October 5. The Inala Child Protection and Investigation Unit received the report, but no arrests or charges have been made.
The coach was suspended immediately after gym officials received information alleging a "serious child safeguarding breach" and escalated the matter to Gymnastics Australia and the Queensland Police Service.
Gymnastics Australia and Gymnastics Queensland confirmed an investigation into a "serious child safeguarding allegation involving a coach" is ongoing. A spokesperson said the club acted correctly, following strict mandatory reporting requirements as soon as it became aware of the allegation.
In an email to parents, Gymnastics Australia said the full facts of the incident are under review and stressed the matter has the full attention of both the national and state bodies and the gym. The coach has also been placed under a provisional suspension from coaching at any other affiliated clubs until the allegations are fully investigated.
"Gymnastics Australia ... has zero tolerance for any behaviour that places members or children at risk," a spokesperson said. They added that the organisations remain "firmly committed to ensuring gymnastics is a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all participants" and are supporting the local community through the period.
Sport Integrity Australia was contacted but declined to comment.