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Looking for a weekly gymnastics class your little one will love? Look no further! Tumble Bugs Beginner Gymnastics is a weekly virtual class designed specifically for preschool and kindergarten age learners. Students enrolled in this class can expect to learn foundational gymnastics technique,  improve strength and coordination, and have a blast each week. Sign up today, and watch as your child learns to shine their brightest! 

Class Breakdown:
This class will be broken down into three sections. Each section will use instruction, activities, and music created specifically for young gymnasts. That means, you can rest assured that every lesson is designed with developmental goals and abilities for this age group in mind. 
• Warm Up - Each class will begin with guided stretches and tumbling drills as well as a fun locomotor activity to get gymnasts moving and engage them with strength, flexibility, and coordination. Gymnasts will only need enough space to stretch and move around for this section. 
• Beginner Beam Exercises - Next, Gymnasts will practice their balance and coordination on the beam. Using a short line of tape (approximately 2-4 feet long), gymnasts will go through simple  guided drills designed to engage gymnasts with balance and build gross motor strength. If this equipment is unavailable, gymnasts will easily be able to participate without tape.
• Tumbling Time - To end each class, gymnasts will practice foundational floor skills designed to prepare them to master safe tricks with beautiful technique. Tumbling tricks in this class include forward and backward rolls, beginner handstands and cartwheels, as well as pre-handspring drills and skills. Gymnasts will engage with these drills through guided instruction, circuit practice, games, and action songs. This section will end with a fun cool down routine and a round of applause for the class. Gymnasts will only need a safe space to tumble and move around for this section. 

Learner Engagement
Time for sharing will be provided at the beginning of each class, and again at the end, if time allows. Gymnasts will be allowed to speak freely throughout each class; however, extraneous chatter is not encouraged. Engagement is not required for this class. All learners are encouraged to participate at whatever level they are able and most comfortable. Video and audio will not be required; however, all students will be required to check in via video at least once per Outschool safety policy. The mute feature will be used if necessary to provide the best sound quality for all students. Gymnasts should be familiar with using this feature or have an adult nearby to help.

2023 Class Syllabus:
Class themes and focus skills are created to highlight developmental goals for this age group. These special skills will be incorporated in games and activities throughout each class. Students are not required to complete theme studies in any order, and can join the class at any time. Specific class activities will be determined based on class skill level, abilities, and interests. For more information, please contact Miss Zoë directly.

Theme: Always Growing Stronger
Week of: January 3 - February 3, 2023
This theme highlights muscle development with activities designed to help students build strength and coordination. Students will also learn about personal fitness and developing healthy habits outside the classroom with challenges created to encourage students to find ways to include fitness  into their day to day lives. 

Theme: Loco-Motion!
Week of: February 6 - March 3, 2023
This theme highlights locomotor skills with games and activities designed to improve coordination. Students will engage with a variety of motor skills while building strength and flexibility. Students will also explore body awareness and practice moving at different speeds. 

Theme: All The Space Around Me
Week of: March 6 - April 7,  2023
This theme highlights spatial awareness with games and activities designed to help students explore the space around them. Students will be encouraged to experiment with movement and interact with the different ranges of space. Students will also practice locomotor skills with an emphasis on directional movement and coordination. 

Theme: Stable As A Statue
Week of: April 8 - May 7, 2023
This theme highlights coordination development with games and activities designed to increase balance and build poise. Students will improve stability by strengthening core muscles and practicing gross motor skills. Students will also be engaged with grace through this study of movement and coordination. 

Theme: Movin’ & Groovin’
Week of: May 8 - June 2, 2023
This theme highlights active listening development with games and activities designed to strengthen concentration and enhance creativity through music. Students will practice responding to sound cues as well as following directions. Students will also explore music, rhythm, and tempo through movement. 

Theme: Get Your Body Moving
Week of: June 5 - June 30, 2023
This theme highlights body identification and isolation with a special emphasis on building strength. Games and activities created for this theme will encourage body and spatial awareness. Students will also practice locomotor movements while exploring the space around them. 

No Classes July 1 - 9, 2023 
Summer Vacation!

Theme: Movement Makes Me Happy
Week of: July 10 - August 4, 2023
This theme highlights creative expression with a special emphasis on creating tools for emotional regulation. Games and activities created for this theme will help students build self confidence and explore creative forms of movement. Students will also learn to express simple actions, ideas, and emotions and be encouraged to give agency to their own feelings through movement. 

Theme: Yes I Can!
Week of: August 8 - September 1, 2023
This theme highlights confidence building and bravery by encouraging students to try their best! Students will be inspired to be proud of the things they can do and attempt to master new skills. This theme will also incorporate mindful movement with games and activities created to help students slow down and think about the elements of movement.  

Theme: Bendable & Stretchable
Week of: September 4-28, 2023
This theme highlights flexibility with games and activities created to help students build strength and muscle elasticity. A special emphasis will be placed on personal fitness with challenges designed to help students take their growth outside the classroom. 

No Classes September 29 - October 8, 2023
Miss Zoë  is getting married! 

Theme: Imagine That!
Week of: October 9 - November 3, 2023
This theme highlights creative movement with games and activities designed to engage students with imagination as well as motor movements. Students will play pretend and practice critical thinking through storytelling and expression. Students will also explore body awareness by focusing on the details of body movements. 

Theme: Back To The Basics
Week of: November 6 - 17, 2023
This theme highlights foundational movements with games and activities designed to engage students with body shapes and lines. Students will also practice basic dance steps with a special emphasis on vocabulary development related to movement. 

No Classes November 18 - 26, 2023 
Happy Thanksgiving!

Theme: Thinking On My Feet
Week of: November 27 - December 21, 2023
This theme highlights improvisation with games and activities designed to improve critical thinking skills through movement. Students will be encouraged to practice reasoning and develop storytelling skills through creative movement. Students will also be engaged with active listening and practice responding to sound ques on the spot.
 
No Classes December 22-30, 2023
Happy Holidays! 

Meet the Teacher
Hello friends! My name is Miss Zoë! I am a dance and movement teacher from the US with a lot of energy and a positive attitude. I have a bachelor’s degree from The University of North Carolina and four years of in-person preschool teaching experience. I have also worked professionally as a youth dance, ballet, and gymnastics instructor. I have formal dance training and collegiate athletic experience, as well as child development training. For more information visit my teacher profile, or send me a message.