Gymnastics

Gymnastics is a wonderful sport for kids which helps improve coordination, strength, balance, flexibility and so much more. It can also build self-esteem, and improve skills such as self-discipline and concentration. Plus, being a gymnast is a lot of fun!

Here's what you need to know about the Upper Main Line YMCA’s program.

Instructional Levels

Children can start in gymnastics as young as 2 years old with our Tiny Tumblers class. If your child is older (3-5 years old), s/he is ready to be enrolled in our Preschool Gymnastics class. The next in the progression would be our Instructional Gymnastics classes. We offer a Beginner (Rockers), Intermediate (Kickers) and Advanced (Springers) classes. These classes are grouped by age (4-12) and skill ability. In order to advance in these classes, the child will need to be able to master certain skills.

For information on Instructional classes, please contact Kevin Curley.

Competitive Levels

Girls who have successfully completed our instructional program she will be able to move on to our Gymnastics Team.

Mini-Team is the first stop on the team; the mini team is designed so that the girls can get a feel for being on an actual gymnastics team without all of the pressures that come with multiple competitions. They practice a couple times a week and compete only once or twice a year.

Level 4 once girls reach level 4, they can begin to take part in state competitions. The girls will enhance their skills on the vault, balance beam and floor competition. This is mainly a developmental team and will be honing skills to move into the higher level teams.

Level 5 thru 9 at these levels the girls will be heavily into competitions and will be practicing up to 4 days a week. This is our highly competitive team. Many of the Y's athletes compete at the State and National level. They will compete in all areas of gymnastics.

For more information about our competitive program, please contact Tory Gosnell.

For a complete listing of classes including schedules and fees, check out our latest progam guide or browse through Easy to Enroll.