GYMNASTICS
Create a Class | Ages 3 +
Get your friends and siblings together to create a gymnastics class that fits your needs . Contact Deb Dean at 847-579-4106 .
Class Name
Age Pre-school and Kindergarten Recreational Classes
Tumble Tots Parent / Tot 2 - 3 Only 1 parent or adult is allowed to assist their child . Make memories with your child as they develop large motor skills and basic gymnastics skills using equipment . Must be 2 years at start of session date .
Little Pros 3-4 An independent learning opportunity for young gymnasts to build self-confidence , strength , coordination , balance and flexibility . Focuses on enhancing basic body movement , tumbling skills , and using equipment . Children must be potty trained . One parent is allowed to walk child into the facility for drop off and pick , but then must leave the facility . No spectators allowed until Phase 5 .
Super Star 4-5 A more advanced and independent gymnastics class . The goal is to build a strong foundation for gymnastics and skill comprehension . One parent is allowed to walk child into the facility for drop off and pick up , but then must leave the facility . No spectators allowed until Phase 5 .
CENTENNIAL ICE ARENA
Kindergym 5-6 This class is designed for kindergartners to learn basic gymnastics skills using all the gymnastics equipment . A great way to have fun and stay active . One parent is allowed to walk child into the facility for drop off and pick up , but then must leave the facility . No spectators allowed until Phase 5 .
Recreational Gymnastics
Beginner 1 6-12 Beginner level for school age girls . We learn basic gymnastics skills on each Olympic event : Vault , Bars , Beam , and Floor . Progressions , lead-ups , drills , flexibility and form build a strong foundation at this level . One parent is allowed to drop off and pick up , however , there are no spectators allowed in the building during class until Phase 5 .
Beginner 2 6-12 Gymnastics skills will increase in difficulty , with a continued emphasis on safety . In addition to perfecting Beginner 1 skills , we also work on new skills on each apparatus with emphasis on proper form and technique . Gymnasts may stay in the Beginner 2 level until they are mentally and physically ready to move up . One parent is allowed to drop off and pick up , however , there are no spectators allowed in the building during class until Phase 5 .
Advanced Beginner 6-12 Girls continue to build on the foundation of the skills mastered in Beginner 1 and 2 . Gymnastics and conditioning skills will be progressively harder . Progressions and lead-ups are still key in advanced beginner classes as most skills build from one-another . We emphasize proper form and technique . Prerequisites include Beginner 1 and 2 , and approval or evaluation by the Gymnastics Coordinator .
Intermediate 6-13 Girls build on the skills learned in previous classes . With basic gymnastics skills accomplished , this class is geared towards higher level gymnasts who prefer not to be on a competitive team . Strength and conditioning will be incorporated into every practice . Prerequisites include Advanced Beginner , and approval or evaluation by the Gymnastics Coordinator
Pre-Team and Competitive Team | Pre-Team and Competitive Team programs are invitation only and must be approved by the Gymnastics Coordinator or Recreation Supervisor . Please contact Carol Sassorossi at 847-579-4103 for more Information
Pre-Team 6-13 Our pre-team program is designed specifically for gymnasts who show potential for a competitive gymnastics future . Our effort is to prepare gymnasts for future team placement . Focus is on developing skills , proper form , technique , increasing strength and flexibility . Pre-Team placement is determined by a competitive team coach or gymnastics coordinator .
Competitive Team 6-13 Our school-year-long competitive gymnastics programs competes in the AAU / GIJO leagues . Team placement is by invitationonly , comprised of gymnasts who are looking to advance their skills in a competitive arena . Competitive Team gymnasts are required to practice a minimum of twice per week .
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