general Gymnastics
JUNIOR GYM / GYMFUN / GYMSKILLS / DISPLAY / ADULT CLASSES
Our General Gymnastics programs provide movement programs for the beginner gymnast from prep onwards. Designed to develop the whole child, socially, emotionally, cognitively and physically, in a safe, structured, multi sensory environment.
The Program Offers:
- Movement based activities - balancing, sliding, rolling, twisting, climbing, and jumping - which assist your child in the development of coordination, confidence, creativity and self-esteem.
- A wide range of enjoyable movement experiences.
- A safe environment providing a wide range of stimulating and challenging equipment including a fully pitted swinging and climbing area.
- An opportunity to participate in individual, partner and group activities with and without small hand equipment - balls, bean bags, hoops, scarves, ribbons, etc.
- Games and activities suited to your child's developmental needs.
- Regular assessments and progress reports.
- Participation in our Club's popular Term Events and Annual Displays.
SAFETY
The Coaches and Assistants will take every step possible to ensure your child's safety but the caregiver is the most important factor in preventing accidents or falls. Parents/caregivers are responsible for the supervision and safety of their own child outside the floor area.
WHAT TO WEAR AND BRING
- Wear cool comfortable clothes that do not restrict movement of arms/legs.
- Bare feet are the only feet for gymnastics - it allows your child to experience a variety of different surfaces and textures, whilst ensuring safety at all times.
- Hair should be pulled back off your child's face
- No Jewellery (watches, long earrings, rings, etc.)
- Bring a Drink of water - especially during summer.
CLASS PROGRESSION
Children participating in general gymnastics classes are regularly assessed throughout the year. Children may move classes by age, by invitation or by application. They may move forward either within the recreational program or into the Competitive program. If you think your child is ready for the next level of class please speak with the class coach who wil advise you accordingly.
- Junior Gym 4-5 years (At Prep)
- Gym Fun 5-8 years (From Grade 1)
- Gym Skill 8 years+
- Display 9 years+
- Adult 16 years+
TERM EVENTS AND ANNUAL DISPLAY
Each Child will get to participate in our popular Term events at the end of each Term to show what skills they have learnt.
They also get to perform at our Annual Display which is a great way of developing confidence performaning in front of a live audience. The Annual Display is held at the Gladstone Entertainment Centre while our Term Events are held right in our very own club.
Want to get started or come in for a Free Trial .....
Call (49720300) or email Dana now to register your interest.