What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Gymnastics is a sport that requires strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, slow-sustained and quick-twitch muscle action, and so much more. A foundation in gymnastics is a great base for your child's fitness, playground skills, and future in any sport. This camp is for gymnastics beginners who would like to learn the fundamentals. Each student will learn progressively harder gymnastics at their own pace and be encouraged to support their classmates. Class will be a mix of live instruction and slides/ video clips that include: 1. Live interactive warm-up, stretch, and "circle time" 2. Rolls (i.e. log roll, egg roll, forward roll, etc.) 3. Jumps and landings 4. Progressions toward handstands and cartwheels 5. Body Shaping (strength and stretching exercises to promote proper gymnastics technique) Students who progress quickly will be given extra challenges. Small group instruction means that each student will get personal attention and corrections. My coaching style is theatrical, highly enthusiastic, and focused on verbal positivity ("Push hard and straighten your arms!" rather than "Stop bending your arms"). This class is geared toward students with little to no gymnastics experience. Students should dress in athletic clothing, have a wide open space, soft surface for landing, and a few other pieces of equipment. Gymnastics mats are optional, but not needed. Equipment can be found in the supply list below.
Learning Goals
Students will learn gymnastics terminology and basic skills, and improve their coordination, strength, and flexibility.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
As with any sport or physical activity, gymnastics carries a risk of injury. Minimize this risk with a clear open space, appropriate clothing and equipment, and adult supervision.
Supply List
Required: Clear open space Soft floor surface such as plush carpet, yoga mat, or interlocking foam floor Roll of masking tape (for hand and foot markers, line on floor for balance) Sofa seat cushion Chair against a wall or couch without cushion Step stool Chair or sofa Optional: Panel mat Wedge mat Padded wall
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Arts from Thomas Edison State University
In addition to being a former competitive gymnast, I have over 18 years' experience coaching gymnastics for children of all ages at the recreational and competitive level. I have created gymnastics curriculum and taught thousands of children the fundamentals of gymnastics, my favorite sport!
Reviews
Live Group Class
$70
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
55 min
Completed by 32 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-8
3-7 learners per class