Class Programs
Free Trial Class for new members. We invite you to try our
program and find out how Berks East Gymnastics can be an important part of
your child's development. Instructional classes
are available for boys and girls, tots through teens. Our
programs are designed to be developmentally appropriate, yet challenging
for even the most talented athletes. Class placement is determined by both
age and ability. We offer free trial lessons to assist you with determining
the most appropriate class for your child. The Master Staff also conducts
individual evaluations when necessary. All of our classes use standard
gymnastics apparatus, including the new Vault Table. In addition to our
spring floor, foam "marshmallow" pit and tumbling strip, bars and
beam, gymnasts learn to bounce correctly on trampoline and our tumbling
trampoline.
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Make-Up
Procedures
Should your child miss a lesson, we offer make-up
classes (excluding gym holidays). Make-up classes must be scheduled in
advance. Because we strive to maintain the optimal student-teacher ratio
in each class, there are specific class day/times that are available for
make-ups. No drop-in make-up classes will be accepted. All missed
lessons, for whatever reason, must be made-up within 30 days. Thank you
for your understanding.
What
Should Children Wear?
Girls
should wear a leotard or shorts and a t-shirt tucked in. Boys wear shorts
and a t-shirt tucked in. For tumbling bare feet are best. Hair should be
pulled back for safety, as long hair interferes with rolling
somersaulting and twisting skills. Please no gum or jewelry.
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Parent and Tot - Walking
through 2½
A parent
and tot movement class emphasizing gymnastics skills for tots walking
through 2 ½ years. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum includes
music and games along with an introduction to size-appropriate gymnastics
apparatus. An adult accompanies the child while exploring the gymnastics equipment
and participating in group activities. The class is 45 minutes in length.
TumbleBear Tots - 2½ - 4 year olds
A preschool gymnastics curriculum for children 2½-4
years old. Young athletes discover movement patterns and are introduced to
skills on gymnastics apparatus. Rolling, jumping, and swinging – all on
gymnastics equipment and mats. This class and all our preschool classes
challenges youngsters to experience their world in a whole new way and
begin to understand how their bodies move. Beyond gymnastics, children
practice how to stay in line, take turns, and follow instructions from the
teacher. The class is 45 minutes in length.
Dancetastics: - 3-5
year olds
What an
opportunity... a combination of gymnastics and dance in one class. A young child's
dream! This 1 ½ -hour class offers a unique combination of movement
education and physical activity. This class challenges youngsters to
experience their world in a whole new way and begin to understand how their
bodies move. Beyond gymnastics or dance, children practice how to stay in
line, take turns, and follow instructions from the teacher. The class is
designed for youngsters 3-5 years of age.
Kindergarten - 4½-6 year olds
This 1-hour class parallels the physical, cognitive,
and social development of the 4½-5 year old. Students explore all the
gymnastics activities - vault, bars, beam, tumbling, and trampoline - while
taking advantage of their new social and listening skills.
Beginner -
6 and up –
First Grade and Older
A great introduction to gymnastics for children
of all ages. This 1- hour class focuses on developing basic skills on all
the apparatus including trampoline. We offer girls, co-ed and boys only
classes.
Intermediate
and Boys Intermediate - 6 and up 
This 1- hour class builds on the foundation skills in gymnastics and
introduces more complex skills. We recommend that students at this level
take advantage of our 2nd class discounts to enroll in more than one class
per week.
Novice Optional - By invitation only
A 2-hour class for advanced students age 9 and older. This is a great class
for students who have mastered the basic and intermediate skills and are
interested in developing more complex skill sequences and mini-routines on
the apparatus.
Cheer Tumble - 6 and up
Special 1-hour classes designed for the child ages 9 and up who wants to
work only on tumbling and trampoline skills. A fantastic class for
cheerleaders. Special
rates available for enrolling entire cheer squad.
Open Gym - 6 and up
For ages 6 and older, non-members are welcome! A great
opportunity to practice the skills of your choice. Staff is stationed at
various apparatus to supervise and assist gymnasts during this 90-minute
class. A fun evening of gymnastics that's a great supplement to regular
classes.
Rates are $10 for Members and $15 for Non-Members. Open Gym
is offered every Friday from 7:00 -8:30 p.m. during the school year
sessions. During our summer schedule Open Gym is offered every Thursday
from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Unless otherwise posted.
Pre-school Open Gym
Children ages 18 months to 5 years. Cost $10.00/session.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM. Bring a friend so your child can share their love for
the sport and the fun of gymnastics. Parents MUST Accompany Children ( but you will certainly have FUN)!
Private Lessons - 6 and up
Private and semi-private lessons are available for
students interested in specialized instruction.
Developmental
Classes - By invitation only
Mini
Group
A 2-hour class for the young student who has a special interest in
gymnastics and is showing proficiency in the class program.
Maxi Group
This group meets two times each week for 1 ½ hours per class. Students who
have mastered basic and intermediate skills and also show a special
interest in gymnastics.
Team Programs - By invitation only
Exhibition Team
A great opportunity to participate in group activities, performances, and
competitions. The Exhibition Team practices 1 ½ hours each week in addition
to regular gymnastics classes.
Team
Berks East is known for producing top caliber athletes.We
offer team opportunities for the beginning compulsory level gymnast to the
world-class athlete. Positions on the team are by try-out and invitation
only. Call for an appointment. Our teams are the
most competitively successful in the area with many state championship
titles!
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