Recreational Program Overview
At Discovery Gymnastics, we offer Recreational Programs tailored for different age groups and skill levels. Starting at 18 months and all the way up to teens, Discovery will provide the best fundamental and advanced learning experience.
Parent & Tot Co-ed (18 month – 3 y.o.)
Our Parent & Tot classes require parent supervision & assistance for the entire duration of the class. Detailed instructions and guidelines are provided by our experienced coaches. The goal is to develop coordination and space awareness fundamentals in a fun and safe environment. Our instructors teach basic gymnastics skills in a specialized Kindergym area designed for our youngest athletes.
Class Ratio - 1:8
Frequency - once a week
Duration of the class - 45 minutes/class
Kindergym Co-ed (3 - 4 y.o.)
Kindergym is a drop off program designed for a gentle transition from parent-supervised classes to an independent coach-assisted training. Gymnasts learn how to channel their energy to develop balance, strength, coordination and flexibility. Our instructors help athletes learn basic gymnastics skills in our specialized Kindergym area including specialized Olympic in-ground trampoline.
Class Ratio - 1:6
Frequency - once a week
Duration of the class - 60 minutes/class
Advanced Kindergym Co-ed (5 – 6 y.o.)
At this age club members have better understanding of team work, discipline and are able to focus for longer periods of time. Classes are extended by an additional 30 minutes. Athletes are introduced to skills such as bridges, front & back rolls, handstands against the wall, chin ups on bars and other skills.
Class Ratio - 1:8
Frequency - once a week
Duration of the class - 90 minutes/class
Recreational Co-ed (7 – 12 y.o.)
Athletes are introduced to our 8 Levels of Recreational Gymnastics curriculum. This program is designed to include basic as well as more advanced gymnastics skills such as bridge from standing, cartwheels, unassisted handstands, front tucks, chin up pullovers on bars, seat and back drops on trampoline and more.
Class Ratio - 1:8
Frequency - choice of once or twice a week
Duration of the class - 90 minutes/class
Advanced Recreational Girls (8 – 12 y.o.)
Advanced Recreational Girls program is offered to athletes with previous gymnastics experience. Prerequisite for enrolment include but not limited to handstand, cartwheel, bridge from standing and unassisted chin up pull over on bars. Gymnasts build on fundamentals and learn advanced skills and drills such as back handsprings, aerials, walkovers, dismounts on bars, cartwheels & handstands on beams and more.
Class Ratio - 1:8
Frequency - choice of once or twice a week
Duration of the class - 120 minutes/class