30 Years of Fun, Fitness, & Positivity
Classes
AGE 18-36 Months
The goal of this parent-assisted class to introduce the children to gymnastics and fitness activities. Our lesson plans are geared toward developing their fine and gross motor skills. In these classes, we utilize all the men's and women's gymnastics equipment, including the trampoline. We plan activities using circuits and obstacle courses to teach the building blocks to basic gymnastics. Although there will be some waiting for turns, it is kept to a minimum.
We also incorporate various themes into the lesson plans throughout the year. Examples of these weeks would be Halloween, Mini Olympics, Summer Fun, and Circus. These classes are 45 minutes long. There is a five-to-one, student-instructor ratio for these classes.
Children Ages 3
The goal of our classes for three-year-olds is to offer 45-minute sessions incorporating gymnastics and fitness activities. Our lesson plans are geared toward challenging their fine and gross motor skills as well as increasing rhythm, strength, flexibility, and stamina. To accomplish this, we use music and equipment such as balls, hoops, and ribbons. In these classes, we utilize all of the men’s and women’s gymnastic equipment, including the trampoline. Realizing that it is not easy for these students to wait and take turns, we plan activities using circuits and obstacle courses to teach the building blocks to basic gymnastics. We make learning gymnastics more exciting by planning various theme weeks throughout the year, such as Mini Olympics, Summer Fun in the Winter, and Circus.
Age 4 & 5
The goal of our classes for 4-5-year-olds is to offer sessions incorporating gymnastics and fitness activities. Our lesson plans are geared toward challenging their fine and gross motor skills as well as increasing rhythm, strength, flexibility, and stamina. In these classes, we utilize all of the men and women's equipment in the gym, including the trampoline. We plan group activities, circuits, and obstacle courses to teach basic gymnastics.
To make learning gymnastics more exciting, we plan many theme weeks throughout the year, such as Halloween, Mini Olympics, Summer Fun, and Circus. We stress safety, fun, and learning! These classes are one hour long. There is a six-to-one, student-instructor ratio.
Age 6 - 8
The goal of this class is to provide the 6-8-year-olds with a transition into a more traditional gymnastics environment. A Progressive Awards Program has been included in the overall lesson plans. The Awards Program gives the students positive reinforcement that encourages their skill development. This program is designed to "break down" gymnastic skills into achievable steps for the recreational student. The Awards Program not only motivates the student to learn but also rewards them for their achievements.
Classes are one hour in length, beginning with a warm-up session, followed by two skill rotations. Skill Rotations include Tumbling, Trampoline, Uneven Bars, Balance Beam, and "Tumbl Trak." The student-instructor ratio maintained for this age group will be six-to-one.
Age 8 & UP
The focus of this class is to provide the students with a fun, noncompetitive gymnastics environment that fosters the development of self-confidence. Students need not have previous gymnastics training. The teaching techniques utilized for this class are designed to advance each student's gymnastic abilities. Realizing that all children are individuals and learn at a different pace, we assemble these students into groups according to their strengths. This way, the students in the group can progress together. A Progressive Awards Program has been included in the overall lesson plans. The Awards Program gives the students positive reinforcement that encourages their skill development. This program is designed to "break down" gymnastic skills into achievable steps for the recreational student. The Awards Program not only motivates the student to learn but also rewards them for their achievements.
Classes are one hour in length, beginning with an aerobic warm-up session followed by two skill rotations. Skill Rotations include Tumbling, Trampoline, Uneven Bars, Balance Beam, and "Tumbl Trak." The student-instructor ratio maintained for this age group will be six-to-one.
Tumbling Classes
Tumbling 1 & 2
LEVEL 1
(Learning Back Handspring )
LEVEL 2
(Have Back Handspring)
The Cheerleading program is designed to enhance each cheerleader's gymnastic tumbling skills. The aim of this program is to provide the cheerleaders with individualized instruction that will improve their acrobatic and tumbling skills. Instruction will be tailored to the student's level and needs. As a guideline for instruction, each cheerleader's level of strength, flexibility, and basic gymnastic--tumbling ability will be evaluated. Classes will focus on continued skills' improvement.
The student-instructor ratio for this class will be six-to-one.
Pre-Elites:
The goal of this Pre-Elite Program is to offer students an opportunity to experience the Elite Program as an intermediate gymnast. As a participant of this program, Pre-Elite Students will be allowed to become more familiar with advanced skills and enhance their performance style. The beginner Pre-Elite student will be exposed to the same non-competitive atmosphere and skill-building techniques used in the Elite classes. Since these students require additional instruction in the areas of skill development and routine planning, the instructor will closely monitor each student's skill level and prepare standard routines following the group's abilities. Consequently, these students will learn to refine their gymnastic routine skill levels with close coach supervision.
Elites:
The Elite Program is designed with the advanced recreational gymnast in mind. The Elite gymnasts are encouraged to assemble gymnastic routines with the guidance of our coaches creatively. The focus of this program is to provide the students with more advanced gymnastics instruction in a fun and safe environment without competition stress! Encouraging the gymnasts to participate in routine planning enhances their abilities and develop their self-confidence. Our class format allows for each Elite student to progress according to her ability.