Gymnastics

Tiny Tots Age 2-3

This is an introduction to gymnastics class for your tiny tots. Parents accompany their children in this 30 minute class once a week which explores a variety of movement activites, various equipment and creative play while interacting with other children. Emphasis is placed on motor development, socialization and coordination.

Tuesday 5:30-6:00 PM

Thursday 4:30-5:00 PM

Member $34.00
Non-member $55.00

Tumble Tots/Pre-Rollers Age 4-5

This is a basic development skills class for 4 & 5 year olds. 55 minute classes once a week focusing on building a quality foundation in each event which will prepare your child for the YMCA progressive gymnastics program. Emphasis is placed on listening, following directions and cooperation in group situations.

Tuesday 4:30 - 5:25 PM
Thursday 5:00-5:55 PM

Member $40.00
Non-member $65.00

Progressive Gymnastics

LEVEL I: Class offered to beginning gymnasts with or without prior experience, focusing on developmental skills to build the foundation on which all other progressive skills are built. Skills taught at this level: squat-on vault, pullover on bars, straight jumps on beam, cartwheel and handstand on floor.

LEVEL II: Class offered to gymnasts who have completed Level 1 and are instructor recommended which focuses on continuing to build strong gymnastics background and improve on previously taught skills. Skills taught at this level: squat-on vault, back hip circle on bars, split jump on beam, round off and backbend kick over on floor.

LEVEL III (Non Competitive): Class offered to advanced gymnasts who do NOT wish to compete, focusing on skills equivalent to those in Level 3 competition. Skills taught at this level: dive roll vault, stride circle on bars, cartwheel to handstand on beam, back walkover on floor.

COMPETITIVE LEVEL 3/TEAM: This class is offered to advanced gymnasts who wish to compete in Heart of Missouri Gymnastics Competitions. Gymnasts must have completed Level 2 and be instructor recommended. The class will focus on skills and routines performed in Level 3 competition. Competitive Level 3/Team gymnasts must be members in good standing. Please note: The class fee DOES NOT include competition fees, membership fee or uniform/warm-ups.

GYMNASTICS TEAM: Class offered to gymnasts who wish to compete in Heart of Missouri Gymnastics Competitions, Level 3 and up with instructor recommendation ONLY. Competitive gymnasts must be YMCA members in good standing. Class fee DOES NOT include competition fees, membership fees or uniform/warm-ups.

BEGINNING AND ADVANCED TUMBLING: This is a class for beginning and advanced tumblers ages 8 and up focusing on cartwheels, round-offs, back handsprings, layouts, etc, depending on the skill level of the tumbler. THIS CLASS IS FLOOR AND TUMBLETRACK ONLY!!!

PRIVATE LESSONS: Private lessons offer your child one-on-one instruction and are a great way to gain skills at a faster pace! Private lessons are offered for gymnastics, tumbling and cheerleading. Private lessons must be scheduled through the front desk and paid for 3 at a time.

Cost: $45 for three 1/2 hour lessons or $90 for three hour lessons.