This KinderGym class designed for 2.5 years old to 4 years old refines movements and further develops gross motor movement. Cognitive and social development comes into perspective. Children overcome hurdles, build confidence and work towards independence. Kids can then focus on key movements, improving core strength and working with their centre of gravity. Gym Tots learn to take turns, play with others, understand direction and start to follow instructions. Our budding gymnasts balance, swing, continue to develop upper body strength, and practice jumping. This is a parent/caregiver assisted class.
4 Years old to pre-prep
Gym Kids is for children from 4 years old to pre-prep who are looking for more challenges. Being a little older, our Gym Kids classes enjoy more independent exploration and discovery time with their coaches. This program refines movement, core strength and focuses on both lower and upper both strength. Listening and social skills develop as children interact with others within a group. Children learn to move their bodies in all directions with forward and backwards rolls, and develop both sides of the body through balancing exercises.
For children at school in Prep.
Skill Set:
Cartwheel pattern, Jump to front support, Beam basic mount & dismount, straight jump forward, travelling rebound jumps, Hold chin up on rings 5sec
Is your child starting to perfect the fundamentals? If you think your young gymnast is motivated to begin competing gymnastics then this is the class for them. Intermediate Tumble and Trampoline is for young boys and girls who have a firm understanding of the basics of gymnastics. This class aims to build on these basics by incorporating learned skills into Gymnastics Australia’s Compulsory routines. In this class we will set formal goals around competing levels 1, 2,or 3 in each of the three apparatus’. Our Coaches adapt the program to meet the needs and goals of each gymnast. Moves of various difficulties are taught based on the safe progression of each gymnast. Come along and see if competitive gymnastics suits your young person and see if they can fun their way to a formally recognised achievement standard.
For Beginner children with no gymnastics experience aged 6-7 years
Skill Set:
Forward roll down wedge to stand, from front support on low bar forward roll to stand, climb to handstand at wall, Beam forward and backward walking, Front support hold 3sec, half turn to rear support hold 3sec, standing hip flexion.
For Children with minimal experience aged 7-8 years
Skill Set:
Side cartwheel near vertical, tuck swing with re-gripping, Beam ½ turn on two feet, jump off two feet, hold rope in bent arm hang 10secs climb down to straddle sit, bridge with straight arms.
The Boys Step class is designed to develop power, strength and control. This class allows boys to become familiar with apparatus such as Pommel, mushroom, rings, Vault, and Parallel Bars. As the boys achieve their skills in the steps program they then move into the next level.
We know that every little boy and girl has real-life ninja powers! Children will never be bored at Ninja Gymnastics as they race, climb, crawl and jump through our ninja obstacle courses. Ninja classes offer the ultimate warrior challenge for little ninjas to build strength and agility while testing their muscles and endurance. Ninja Gymnastics classes boost children’s confidence, focus and determination. There are no pre –requisite skills required for Ninja Gymnastics!
We recommend that children aged five and above also spend some time in our core gymnastics classes, called Y Steps. These classes help children develop the foundations to further improve their health and fitness.
Has your budding gymnast been attempting tricks at home that leave your heart in your mouth? Come along if you would like your child to be introduced to the world of Tumbling and Trampolining. Beginner Tumbling and Trampolining is the class to be in if your child has limited or no experience in this form of gymnastics. We will build fundamental skills in a fun and exciting way in order to get gymnasts to begin flipping in a consistently safe way. Tumbling and Trampolining class focuses solely on three apparatus those being: Trampoline, Double-mini Trampoline, and Tumbling. Our Coaches adapt the program to meet the needs and goals of each gymnast. Tricks up to competitive level 2 are focused on as well as safe flipping using our amazing foam pit. Come along and let your child bounce, run, trick and roll their way to a healthier version of themselves.
Our Y STEPS program helps children develop strength, flexibility and athletic ability. These classes are perfect for school-age beginners, right through to developing junior-level gymnasts.
For Beginner children with no gymnastics experience aged 7-10 years and 10 years plus
Skill Set:
Forward roll down wedge to stand, from front support on low bar forward roll to stand, climb to handstand at wall, Beam forward and backward walking, Front support hold 3sec, half turn to rear support hold 3sec, standing hip flexion.
For children with 1 years’ experience in gymnastics. 8-10 years
Skill Set:
Backward roll to feet, pullover to front support, cast x3 series, point step walks on Beam, step hand stand fall flat back, Hold L sit 3-5sec.
Dance Step 2 (8 years old – 10 years old): CSTD Jazz Grade 2 and RAD Ballet Grade 2. Learn classical ballet barre and centre work. With a supportive class structure that encourages students to improve their technique and learn new skills, your child will develop a strong posture and a sense of artistry through movement patterns. Join in with Jazz for a fast-paced energetic class that develops co-ordination and agility with the use of combinations that move across the dance floor including turns, leaps and kicks.
The Boys Step class is designed to develop power, strength and control. This class allows boys to become familiar with apparatus such as Pommel, mushroom, rings, Vault, and Parallel Bars. As the boys achieve their skills in the steps program they then move into the next level.
Dance Prep - Step 1 (5 years old – 7 years old): CSTD Jazz Grade 1 and RAD Ballet Grade 1. Learn the art of ballet through developing a foundation in technique with barre exercises from pliés to pointed toes. Kick start your love of jazz with upbeat music and energetic dance moves including jumps and kicks.
Who doesn’t want to train to be a ninja? YMCA Ninja classes are for enthusiastic children who want to learn cool tricks and moves under the guidance of qualified coaches. Work on agility, increase speed development and build fitness levels.
The Boys Step class is designed to develop power, strength and control. This class allows boys to become familiar with apparatus such as Pommel, mushroom, rings, Vault, and Parallel Bars. As the boys achieve their skills in the steps program they then move into the next level.
Our Y STEPS program helps children develop strength, flexibility and athletic ability. These classes are perfect for school-age beginners, right through to developing junior-level gymnasts.
Our junior ninjas climb, swing, roll, jump and flip their way through every class, developing new skills in an encouraging and safe environment. These classes are designed to build and increase your child’s coordination, strength, flexibility, agility and overall physical fitness.
Dance Tots (3 years old – 4 years old): CSTD Jazz Pre-Junior and RAD Ballet Pre-Primary. Learn the joy of dance through creative movement and music. Dance Tots will introduce your little one to the world of twirls and wiggles. A combination of ballet and jazz is a fun introduction to dance.