Boys Rec
The Boys Rec 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 in which each gymnast is encouraged to improve at his own pace. Two of our most important goals are to develop self-confidence and to help gymnasts to understand the relationship between consistent practice and improvement of ability.
SESSION 1 (FALL 2013) runs from Sept. 3, 2013 - Jan. 25, 2014. Open registration is ongoing.
LIST OF CLASSES
Rec I (Ages 5-6)
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 have 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 participate in, not just gymnastics.
Rec II (Ages 7-9) (Ages 10+)
This 55-minute class for our older beginner gymnasts is designed to improve their flexibility and strengthen their muscles. Each class starts with a basic warmup along with some basic stretching exercises. After that, the boys move on to the men's equipment and learn more complex skills and techniques.
Rec II Advanced (Ages 7+) - Invitation Only
This class differs from Rec II because it is for boys with 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.
Level 4 Team (Ages 6-7) - Invitation Only
This two-hour class, which has evolved from the Rec I Advanced class, is for our more serious younger gymnasts. This class will teach skills used in the early stages of competition. Boys are required to participate Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Level 4 & 5 Team (Ages 7+) - Invitation Only
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.