Gymnastics is a progressive sport and requires completion of certain skill levels before advancing to the next level. Youth taking the same class more than once will continue to progress, but most will take each level several times before completing all requirements to move to the next level. Coaches will inform you when your child is ready for the next level. Evaluations will be done 4 times a year. If you have any questions on progression requirements of have missed one or more sessions, please feel free to contact Patty Payne for placement at the Gymnastics building (379-2633) or leave a message at the YMCA (371-9770) and she will call you back.

PLEASE REMEMBER: If a certain class that you are looking for is full, please do not hesitate to call the Y and ask for an additional class to be added. Classes will be added as others fill and as needed. Please call the Y for more informaiton!

There was a mistake in our fall program guide – - ALL of the Dates and Times are correct, the start dates for Parent/Child, Tumble Tykes 603 and 604, and Junior Beginners are incorrect.

Parent/Child

This class is designed for toddlers 20 months to 3 years old and their parents to work on motor skills (running, skipping, and balance) and basic gymnastics (forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, headstands, etc.) Parents will assist their child in these areas. Classes run for 30 minutes and meet once a week.

Tumble Tykes (Ages 3 and 4)

This class is designed to develop motor skills, hand/eye coordination, and class participation. We use balls, hoops, noodles, parachutes and games to teach coordination and listening skills. This class will meet for 30 minutes and will meet once a week.

Junior Beginners (Ages 5 and 6)

This class is more a strenuous class that emphasizes body techniques and mechanics. forcus on coordination, basic gym skills, social and listening skills and following directions. Children will receive instruction on vault, bears, beam, and tumbling. This class will meet once a week for 45 minutes.

Beginners (Ages 7 and up)

This is a co-ed class that emphasizes body position and techniques as will as strength and skill developmentin all of the Olympic events. This class meets once a week for one hour.

Boys Gymnastics

This is a progressive class for beginners up through those preparing for Team. Class emphasizes will be on skill and strength movements. Boys will be instructed on all the Olympic events. This class meets once a week for once hour.

Competion Levels (Boys and Girls)