Gymnastics and Cheerleading

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Fall II Gymnastics Schedule/Prices/Class Descriptions

At the Y, we emphasize individual development and progress through skill-based curriculum, a caring environment, and attentive instructors. Your kids will not only learn skills, but also build self-confidence and character. 

If you have any questions or would like more information about our gymnastics or cheer programs, please contact Shelby Shoemaker by phone at (660) 258-2388 or by email at shelby@ncmymca.org.

We do not allow parents or spectators to watch practice for the safety and concentration of your child in all classes excluding Adaptive, Roly Poly, and Beginner Level 1 classes.

Gymnastics

Beginner Level Classes

Adaptive Gymnastics (Special Needs only)
This class has a mix of fun obstacles and basic skills while exploring the equipment. Any age welcome!

Roly Poly (Age 1-3 years)
With coach supervision and limited guidance, bond with your little one(s) while teaching the importance of physical activity during this exploratory time. 

Beginner Level 1 (3-4 years) 
Girls and boys explore basic gymnastic skills with emphasis on self-confidence, following directions, jumping with two feet, forward rolls, and more! CHILDREN MUST BE POTTY TRAINED! 

Beginner Level 2 (Age 5-6 years)
Boys and girls will develop gross motor skills, listening skills, body awareness, and self-confidence while developing basic gymnastics skills.

Intermediate Level 1 & 2(Age 7+ years) 
First progressive gymnastics class for girls and boys.  Gymnasts will improve strength, listening skills, body awareness, flexibility, and self-confidence, while learning basic level 1 & 2 gymnastics skills.

Tumbling (floor only) 
Girls and boys explore progressive tumbling skills on the floor. This is open for all ages and skill range.

Advanced Level Classes

Gymnasts may enter advanced level classes only with permission from the Gymnastics Director.

Advanced Level 1 & 2
(USAG Level 1 Non-Competitive)
Second progressive gymnastics class for girls and boys.  At this level, gymnasts learn more advanced gymnastic skills including backbend from standing, cartwheel to handstand on the beam, stride circles on the bar, and more! 

Team Gymnastics
(USAG Competitive Team)   

Participation in Team Gymnastics is by invitation only. Team trains two days each week. Practices include conditioning and skill training on all artistic gymnastic apparatuses. 

All questions should be directed to Shelby Shoemaker at Shelby@ncmymca.org. 

The Team Gymnasts must wear their hair up. Only black shorts and leggings are allowed with leotard. Team participate in five to six competitive meets each year between December and May. Additional meet fees are required. Gymnasts must be at least 5 years old to be on the competitive team and a YMCA Member.

Registration Dates:
Fall III Registration: October 28- November 4
Fall II Session Dates:
September 24- October 27 (5 week session)
Fall III Session Dates:
November 5- December 15 (6 week session)
Location:
Gymnastic classes are taught in our Gymnastics Center (off-site) next to Pam's Home Furnishings at: 
626 West Lockling
Brookfield, MO 64628

Current Downloads:
Blaze Cheerleading/Gymnastics 2018-2019 Health & Registration Form
Fall II Gymnastics Schedule/Prices/Class Descriptions

Register November 5- December 15 for Fall III Session!

Blaze Competitive Cheer

All Blaze participants must be a YMCA member. Blaze requires: cheer shoes, uniform, and bow. When registering for Blaze, you commit to an eight month agreement. All participants must perform an evaluation given by our staff for class placement.
Evaluations for 2018-19 teams are scheduled for April 26, 2018 5pm-7pm or April 29, 2018 10am-2pm. We are located off-site at the Brookfield Plaza next to Pam's Home Furnishings, Brookfield, MO 64628. There is a no parent/spectator rule during all classes excluding tinys. Parent sit-in dates will be posted throughout season.

Tiny All-Star FIREFLIES (Ages 5-6 years)

Athletes will learn body awareness, beginner level cheerleading motions, jumps, and tumbling skills. They will also learn one USASF Cheer routine that they will use for the cheer season (August-April). This class will practice once per week for a hour. The cost is $166 for an 8 month season. You may set up a monthly bank draft.

Mini Prep All-Star SPARK & Mini All-Star FLAME (8 years & younger)

Athletes will continue to learn body awareness and correct form on cheerleading motions, jumps, dance, and tumbling skills. They will also learn one USAF cheer routine that they will use for the cheer season (August-April). This class will practice once per week for a hour and fifteen minutes. The cost is $186 for a 8 month season. You may set up a monthly bank draft.

Youth All-Star FIRE (11 years & younger)

This class is for advanced cheerleaders. Girls will learn progressive skills on cheerleading motions, jumps, dance, and tumbling skills. They will also learn one USASF cheer routine that they will use for the cheer season (August-April). This class will practice twice a week for a hour or more. The cost is $410 for a 8 month season. You may set up a monthly bank draft.

Junior All-Star HEAT (14 years & younger)

This class is for advanced cheerleaders. Girls will continue progression on cheerleading motions, jumps, dance, and tumbling skills. They will learn one USASF cheer routine that they will use for the cheer season (August-April). This class will practice twice a week for a hour or more. The cost is $444 for an 8 month season. You may set up a monthly bank draft.

Senior All-Star INFERNO (Ages 11-18years)

This class is the most advanced cheer team. They will learn advanced skills including: cheerleading motions, jumps, dance, and tumbling. Seniors will learn one cheer that they will use for the cheer season (August-April). This class will practice twice a week for a hour or more. The cost is $450 for the 8 month season. You may set up a monthly bank draft.

Registration Dates: May 1-May 25
Fall Session Dates: August 20-April  (8 months)
NO CLASS: September 4, October 31, November 22-24, and December 21-Jan 1.
Location: Cheer classes are taught in our Gymnastics Center at the 626 West Lockling, Brookfield, MO 64628.
Current Downloads:
Blaze Cheerleading/Gymnastics 2018-2019 Health & Registration Form
Blaze Cheerleading Schedule/Prices
 

Registration is CLOSED for Blaze Cheerleading!

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