Gymnastics

Gymnastics

Our gymnastics program helps kids build strength, flexibility, and confidence in a fun, supportive environment. With classes for all skill levels, participants learn fundamental techniques, improve coordination, and develop a love for movement—all while having a great time!

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Gymnastics Season (12-week Sessions)

Fall Quarter = August 31, 2026 – November 21, 2026
Winter Quarter = November 23, 2026 – February 27, 2027
Spring Quarter = March 1, 2027 – May 29, 2027
Summer Quarter = June 7, 2027 – August 28, 202
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Our Gymnastics season consists of four training Quarters. Each Quarter is a 12-week session of 3 monthly, 4-week segments. Reservations for the entire quarter can be made at any time for the classes (with space available) through the first week of any monthly segment. Tuition for reserved classes is collected at the start of each new monthly segment. 

Most class schedule changes, and student mobility recommendations will occur between the season Quarters. Scheduled breaks are posted on the yearly and quarterly gymnastics calendar. 

KINDERGYM (Co-ed, Walking – Kindergarten)

Tiny Tumblers (18mo. – 3yrs) introduces gymnastics shaping and basic elements in a play-oriented manner, with equipment scaled for confidence. Little Stars (3yrs. – 4yrs) is first class for your gymnast on their own! Focus is on gymnastics fundamentals, coordination, body control and simple strength exercises while encouraging independent and cooperative activities. Rising Stars (Kinder., 5yrs – 6yrs) is for kids currently in kindergarten or going into kindergarten. Faster paced class that encourages listening skills along with more challenging movements, balance, and coordination elements.

CLASS NAMEAGE GROUP
Tiny Tumblers (Register)18mo – 3yrs.
Little Stars (Register)3yrs. – 4yrs
Rising Stars (Register)Kinder., 5yrs – 6yrs.

RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS (1st Grade +)

Basic through Intermediate level skills, body shapes, and terminology will be introduced and trained on all Olympic events – students will be given skills and fitness goal sheets to work toward mastery of these levels.

CLASS NAMECLASS LENGTH
Level 1 (Register)1 hour class
Level 2 (Register)1 hour class
Level 3 (Register)1.5 hour class

BOYS RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS (1st Grade +)

Recreational gymnastics classes with a strong tumbling foundation, emphasizing safe and fun falling techniques while introducing gymnastics and other coordination and balance elements. Our objective is to be the perfect flexibility and fitness base for Gymnastics, or any sport your child would care to attempt!

CLASS NAMECLASS LENGTH
Daredevils 1 & 2 (Register)1 hour class

PRE-TEAM

Gymnasts that train level 3 skills who are ready for more training time to help them develop their skills to be ready for competitive team gymnastics. Coaches invitation.

COMPETITIVE PROGRAM/TEAM

If you have questions regarding our Competitive Program, please contact Amy at teamgymlead@ymcaatacrc.org

The YMCA Team program has multiple age groups and training opportunities for athletes at the Team developmental and Competition levels. We presently compete with the Midwest Amateur Gymnastics Association. Registration for these programs is September–May, with competition season running from December to February and Divisional championships in March.

Amy Bickler

Gymnastics Lead
teamgymlead@ymcaatacrc.org