The Boys Recreational Gymnastics program is designed to develop the basic gymnastics skills and the foundation on which these skills rest:  strength, flexibility, balance and motor coordination.  We strive to maintain a safe, positive, fun and creative atmosphere where each boy is encouraged to improve at his own pace.  Two of our most important goals are to develop self-confidence and to help the boys to understand the relationship between consistent practice and improvement of ability.

REC. I (5 – 6 yrs.)

This 55-minute class for children in kindergarten and first grade incorporates their love of learning with their longer attention spans by introducing new skills and techniques that build on those they’ve learned in our Preschool program.  The children learn new ways to roll, improve their cartwheels and strengthen their muscles using stations and drills designed for their ages and abilities.  We include a variety of challenges (i.e. eye/hand and eye/foot coordination, balance, etc.) that will enhance any sport a child may play, not just gymnastics. 

REC. I Advanced (5 – 6 yrs.) (Invitation Only) (formerly Young Talent)

We look for naturally talented youngsters and help prepare their bodies and minds for the future by training them in the drills and skills needed for the beginning stages of competition.  This class meets two times each week.  Boys must be evaluated for this class.

REC. II (7+ yrs.) (10+ yrs.)

This 55-minute class for our older beginner gymnasts is designed to improve their flexibility and to strengthen their muscles.  Each class will start with a basic warm-up, which consists of activities designed to warm up the body and raise the heartbeat along with some basic stretching exercises.  After that, the boys will move on to the men’s equipment.  Because young boys usually lack the strength required for some of the gymnastics apparatus, the floor exercise and vault are emphasized most at the beginning levels.

REC. II Advanced (7+ yrs.) (Invitation Only)

This class differs from the Rec. II because it is for boys with an exceptional ability and interest in gymnastics.  Boys are encouraged to participate two times each week, but there is an option for one day only.  Boys must be evaluated for this class.

REC III (7+ yrs.) (Invitation Only) (formerly 2hr Adv Rec)

This two-hour class is for our more serious gymnasts who have enough endurance to make it through two hours of advanced gymnastics. This class will teach skills used in the early stages of competition. Boys are required to participate two times each week.

 

 

FEES

(Please add annual Membership Fee of $50.00 to each child’s tuition if not already paid.)

 

FALL 2008    Session 1

BOYS' RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS    CLASS SCHEDULES

 

TIME	MONDAY (16 weeks)	TUESDAY (17 weeks)	WEDNESDAY (17 weeks)	THURSDAY (16 weeks)	FRIDAY (16 weeks)
2:00-2:55	Co-Ed Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.	Co-Ed Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.	Co-Ed Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.	Co-Ed Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.
4:00-4:55	Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.	Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.	Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.	Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.	Rec. I 5 – 6 yrs.
	Rec. II 7+ yrs.	Rec. II 7+ yrs.	Rec. II 7+ yrs. 10+ yrs.	Rec. II 7+ yrs.	Rec. II 7+ yrs.
4:00-5:30		Rec. I Adv. (Invitation Only) 7+ yrs.		Rec. I Adv. (Invitation Only) 7+ yrs.
		Rec. 2 Adv. (Invitation only) 5 -6 yrs.		Rec. 2 Adv. (Invitation only) 5 -6 yrs.
4:00-6:00	Rec. III (Invitation only) 7+ yrs.		Rec. III (Invitation only) 7+ yrs.
5:00- 5:55		Rec. II 7+ yrs.		Rec. II 7+ yrs.
5:30- 8:00		Pre-Team (Invitation only)		Pre-Team (Invitation only)
5:00- 9:00	Competitive Team (Invitation only)	Competitive Team (Invitation only)	Competitive Team (Invitation only)	Competitive Team (Invitation only)	Competitive Team (Invitation only)

 

TIME	SATURDAY (18 weeks)
9:00 - 9:55	Co-Ed Rec. I 5 - 6 yrs.
11:00-11:55	Co-Ed Rec. I 5 - 6 yrs.