At the Y, we emphasize individual development and progress through skill-based curriculum, a caring environment, and attentive instructors. Your kids will not only learn skills but also build self-confidence and character.
For any questions about Gymnastics classes or class placement evaluations, please call the Y at (660) 646-6677.
Beginner Level Classes
Level 1 (Age 3 - 5 years)
Girls and boys explore basic gymnastic skills with emphasis on self-confidence, following directions, jumping with two feet, and more! CHILDREN MUST BE POTTY TRAINED!
Level 2 (Age 5 - 6 years)
Girls and boys will develop gross motor skills, listening skills, body awareness, and self-confidence while developing basic gymnastics skills.
Level 3 (Age 6 - 7 years)
Girls and boys will improve strength, listening skills, body awareness, flexibility, and self-confidence while improving basic skills. At this level, gymnasts practice jumping from one foot to two, swings, rolls, and more!
Intermediate Level Classes
Level 4 - Girls (Age 7+ years)
First progressive gymnastics class for girls. Gymnasts will improve strength, listening skills, body awareness, flexibility, and self-confidence, while learning basic gymnastics skills.
Level 4 - Boys (Age 7+ years) - Not available at this time!
First progressive gymnastics class for boys. Gymnasts will improve strength, listening skills, body awareness, flexibility, and self-confidence, while learning basic gymnastics skills.
Advanced Level Classes
Gymnasts may enter advanced level classes only with permission from the Program Director.
Level 5
Third progressive gymnastics class for girls and boys. At this level, gymnasts learn more advanced gymnastic skills including backbend from standing, cartwheel to handstand on the beam, stride circles on the bar, and more!
Pre-Team
Pre-Team is an invitation only class and meets twice a week for a total of 4 hours. It is for gymnasts who have been evaluated out of the Level 5 class. The expectations for skill development are higher in this group. Pre-Team gymnasts are expected to consistently perform skills at a high level before being invited to our Aerial Angels competitive team. Pre-Team gives both gymnasts and parents an understanding of the commitment and dedication required to be a part of our Aerial Angel competitive team.
Competitive Team (Aerial Angels)
Participation in Aerial Angels is by invitation only. Aerial Angels train two to three days each week. Practices include one mile of running, pool conditioning, ballet, and skill training on all artistic gymnastic apparatuses.
Please see your handbook for required practice hours. In some cases, a gymnast’s age or body composition may be considered in the calculation of required practice hours. If you have any questions, please see the Team Coordinator or Program Director.
Aerial Angels fees are per month and are based on the number of practice hours each week. Please see the Team Coordinator for details. Aerial Angels participate in competitive meets each year between November and April. Additional meet fees are required.
Gymnasts must be at least 5 years old to be on the competitive team.
Dress Code
All girls enrolled in gymnastics must wear one-piece leotards that cover their sides and stomach. Tight gymnastics shorts of any color are permissible. Unless otherwise noted, socks and other foot covering (except gymnastic slippers) are not allowed. Gymnasts should not wear jewelry.
Leotards, shorts, jackets, t-shirts, and scrunchies are available for purchase at the Gymnastics Pro Shop located in the gym.