Gymnastics

CLASSES OFFERED:

Parent & Child (Ages 1.5-3)

This class is designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years and their parent (or other adult guardian). This fun, interactive class introduces young children to basic gymnastics skills through guided activities, obstacle courses, movement, and age-appropriate equipment exploration.

Preschool 1 (Ages 3-4)

This class is a fun, structured introduction to gymnastics. Through age-appropriate instruction, children will learn basic gymnastics skills on vault, bars, beam, floor, and other preschool equipment while developing coordination, balance, strength, and body awareness. This class will also focus on learning important preschool skills such as listening, following directions, taking turns, and building self-confidence. Coaches use creative activities and obstacle courses to keep young gymnasts engaged while fostering a love for movement and physical activity.

Preschool 2 (Ages 4-5)

This class builds upon fundamental movement skills while introducing more structured gymnastics instruction. Gymnasts will learn age-appropriate skills on vault, bars, beam, and floor while continuing to develop strength, coordination, balance, and body control. This class will also focus on further developing important preschool skills such as listening, following directions, sharing, and taking turns. Through skill stations, obstacle courses, and progressive drills, children will improve their physical abilities while developing independence and focus.

Beginner (Ages 6+)

This class is designed for school-age athletes who are new to gymnastics or looking to build a strong foundation of skills. Participants will learn fundamental techniques on vault, bars, beam, and floor while developing strength, flexibility, coordination, balance, and body awareness. Gymnasts will work on basic rolls, handstands, cartwheels, jumps, swings, and other introductory skills while building confidence and learning the fundamentals of the sport.

Intermediate (Ages 6+)

This class is designed for athletes who have mastered the Beginner class skills and are ready to progress to more advanced skills. Athletes will work on more challenging skills, combinations, and drills while increasing confidence and body control. Intermediate Gymnastics is ideal for students who have completed a beginner program or have prior gymnastics experience and are ready to take the next step in their gymnastics journey.

This class requires approval or recommendation from a gymnastics coach prior to registration. If you are unsure whether your child is eligible, please contact the Gymnastics Director before enrolling. Any participant registered without approval will not be added to the class roster, and the class fee will not be refunded.

Beginner Tumbling (Ages 6-12)

This class is designed for athletes who want to develop their floor-based gymnastics skills. Athletes will work on skills such as rolls, cartwheels, round-offs, walkovers, handsprings, and other tumbling progressions based on their individual skill level. Classes incorporate drills, and skill development exercises to help participants safely build confidence and progress toward more advanced tumbling skills. This class does NOT include time on other gymnastics equipment (vault, bars, beam).

Pre-Team (Ages 6+)

Pre-Team is designed for athletes who have mastered the skills learned in Beginner & Intermediate classes. Pre-team has class twice a week, providing Gymnasts with extra time to learn the skills necessary to be on our competitive team. Gymnasts will receive more advanced instruction on all four events while refining foundational skills, learning new progressions, and building the discipline and confidence required for competitive gymnastics.

This class requires approval or recommendation from a gymnastics coach prior to registration. If you are unsure whether your child is eligible, please contact the Gymnastics Director before enrolling. Any participant registered without approval will not be added to the class roster, and the class fee will not be refunded.

Pre-Team classes run on 12 week sessions, rather than 6 week session, like all other gymnastics classes.

Competitive Team (Ages 7+)

Our Gymnastics Team strives to develop happy and healthy athletes inside and outside of the gym.
We offer high-quality instruction while ensuring that athletes still have fun doing what they love!
For further information about our team program, please contact Keirsten Proulx: gymnastics@ashlandy.org

GYMNASTICS CLASS RULES & POLICIES:

Arrival & Dismissal

• Place your child’s belonging in a cubby
• Please be ready to pick your child up at the end of class
• If you will be late for pickup, please notify the front desk or a gymnastics instructor

Attire

• Hair must be pulled back out of/away from the face
• A leotard is preferred but athletic wear that is form-fitting is also acceptable
• No jeans
• No two-piece (bare midriff) attire is allowed
• No shoes – socks are optional
• No jewelry (stud earrings are ok)

Behavior

Preschool Behavior Expectations – To help create a safe, positive, and fun learning environment, preschool participants are expected to:

• Listen to and follow instructor directions
• Keep hands, feet, and objects to themselves
• Use kind words and respectful behavior toward others
• Participate safely in class activities
• Take turns and share equipment when appropriate
• Stay with the class and remain in designated areas
• Show respect for instructors, classmates, and facility equipment

School-Age Behavior Expectations – To ensure a safe, positive, and productive learning environment, school age participants are expected to:

• Follow coach instructions promptly and respectfully.
• Demonstrate safe behavior at all times.
• Show respect toward coaches, staff, and fellow gymnasts.
• Keep hands, feet, and personal belongings to themselves.
• Use appropriate language and maintain a positive attitude.
• Wait their turn and participate appropriately in class activities.
• Stay with the class and remain in designated training areas unless given permission by a coach.
• Care for equipment and facility property.
• Put forth their best effort and contribute positively to the class environment.

Behavior Guidance and Consequences – Our goal is to teach and reinforce positive behavior while helping children develop self-control and social skills. When inappropriate behavior occurs, staff will use age-appropriate guidance strategies, which may include:

• Verbal Reminder – The child will be reminded of the expected behavior.
• Redirection – Staff will redirect the child to a more appropriate activity or behavior.
• Brief Break from Activity – The child may be asked to sit with an instructor for a short period to calm down and regroup before returning to class.
• Parent Communication – If behavior continues or becomes disruptive, parents will be informed of the concern.
• Removal from Class – In cases of repeated, severe, or unsafe behavior, a parent may be asked to remove the child from class for the remainder of the day.

Behaviors that endanger the safety of the child, other participants, or staff—including hitting, kicking, biting, throwing objects, running away from supervision, or intentional damage to equipment—may result in immediate parent notification and removal from class.

Spectator Viewing

• Parents/guardians are not permitted to be on the carpeted area or any mats (exception: Parent & Child class)
• Children who are not in a class should remain with the parent/guardian in the viewing area
• Please allow our coaches to do their jobs and do not coach or distract your child during their class

Payment Policy

• Payment in full is required to register and be on the class roster
• If you choose to withdraw from a class after the first week, you will receive a 50% refund
• To receive the 50% refund after one class, you MUST submit your request in writing (via email), BEFORE the second week of the session begins
• No refunds will be given after the first week of classes – exceptions will only be considered in the event of special, unforeseen, or extenuating circumstances

Make-ups

• We do not offer make-up classes on an individual basis
• If a class is canceled by the YMCA for any reason, a make-up class will be scheduled
• If a makeup class cannot be scheduled, a refund in the amount of one class will be issued to your YMCA account as a system credit (can be applied to any future program/class)

Health Conditions & Illness

• It is your responsibility to notify the gymnastics coordinator of any relevant health conditions your child has
• If your child is not feeling well or has a fever, please keep them home