Tiny Tykes

(4 - 13 months)

As the babies gain hand, arm and trunk control and become mobile, we introduce new and stimulating activities. Our experienced teachers are sensitive to the strong emotional attachment these little ones are developing with their mothers, and each parent/child unit is nurtured according to their specific needs. Our Tiny Tykes and their parents are led through a variety of beginning stretches, exercises, infant songs and dances, baby-safe rides and adventures, sensory games and introductory tumbling during this 45-minute program. A relationship to movement and physical activity begins to develop, as our Tiny Tykes discover their natural abilities and enhance their physical and cognitive development.

Waddlers

(14 - 22 months)

This stimulating 1-hour program introduces balancing, tumbling, hanging and agility skills, which helps the children develop a love of physical activity and a sense of pride in their achievements. At this age, a child’s level of independent mobility will typically progress from aggressive crawling to running. Additional fine and gross motor skills developed during this stage include kicking a ball, building a block tower, riding a tricycle, and walking up stairs. Our highly trained instructors shower the children with affection, as they guide our Waddlers in early social skills through interactive songs, choreographed dances, age-specific puppet shows, special rides, and a variety of swings and other original activities.

Waddlers/Gymsters

(18 months - 2 1/2 years)

Gymsters

(23 months - 2 1/2 years)

The gross motor abilities of early 2-year-olds are often characterized by more confident running, jumping on two feet, and an overall improved spatial awareness of their bodies. This is the earliest age group with which we work on fine and gross manipulatives in a structured format, as the 2 to 2 1/2-year-olds' attention span grows, allowing the child to focus for longer periods of time. During this 1-hour program, the youngsters are elated as they sing, dance, swing, play games, watch puppet shows, take turns on special rides, and have 'Surprise Time!' Our Gymsters feel great about themselves as they learn gymnastics in a constantly changing program with fresh ingredients and new equipment setups each week.

Gymsters/Tots

(23 months - 3 1/2 years)

Terrific Tots

(2 1/2 - 3 1/2 years)

In addition to having fun with structured games, fascinating adventures and pre-gymnastics, our Terrific Tots learn beginning sports skills, gain fine and gross motor proficiency, and strengthen manipulative skills. The youngsters become more independent as teachers are now interacting more directly with them. Parental involvement is gradually decreased through inviting activities with love and understanding, and the children exude pride and self-esteem as they are treated like 'big kids.' In this age group, teaching physical skills is a top priority. During this 1-hour program, the development of social skills is also emphasized, as the youngsters become good listeners, follow directions, cooperate in a group, and learn more about themselves.

Mighty Mites

(3 1/4 - 4 1/2 years)

With greater independence comes the ability to participate without the parent, and our Mighty Mites are lavished with positive reinforcement for self-reliance and following directions. Strength, flexibility, and agility are increased, as our teachers introduce gymnastic skills with the safest spotting techniques and communication through language geared to build self-esteem and confidence. Sensitive to peer pressure, these 3-year-olds are nurtured so tenderly and always with a success-oriented approach. Relays, more complex games, and beginning sports skills lead to increased strength, enhanced manipulative ability, and improved hand-eye coordination during this 1-hour program.

Mighty Mites/Whiz Kids

(3 1/4 - 6 years)

Karate I

(4-7 years)

Learn Karate the My Gym Way! Children will practice martial arts in a fun, non-contact environment as they develop their self esteem, build confidence and enhance their focus.

Karate II

(7-11 years)

Learn Karate the My Gym Way! Children will learn martial arts in a fun filled environment while they enhance their overall fitness and build confidence. Discipline, focus, respect, self control and goal setting are part of the weekly curriculum as the children learn punching, kicking and blocking techniques. This program is progressive with belting ceremonies to recognize the children's accomplishments.

Practice & Play

(Enrolled member)

Parent supervised open gym time for enrolled members. An instructor will also be available to encourage children to practice skills they worked on during class. Non-enrolled siblings can join in the fun for $10 each.

Siblings

(2-5 years)

Children participate in song, dance and movement all while promoting working together and self esteem. Older children will be grouped together for more challenging gymnastics while the little ones work on independence, socialization and fine motor skills. The class concludes with fun and active group games and interactive puppet time.

Whiz/Champ

(4 1/2-9 years)