Why Take Gymnastics?
Gymnastics is a beautiful and powerful sport. Some experts say that the greatest benefits of gymnastics training for children are the physical aspects, the amazing power, the unparalleled balance, and injury-preventing agility and grace. Other experts say that the greatest benefits are of the mind, perseverance, the poise, the confidence, the attention to detail, and concentration. But all experts agree that gymnastics is the foundation of all other sports! Old Town Gymnastics Academy (OTGA) believes in the “Joy of Movement” and that this “joy” comes from within and needs to be encouraged and cultivated whether the gymnast has natural ability or struggles with fitness.
OTGA believes that we should move for our own physical health and enjoyment and that becoming a competitive gymnast is secondary to those goals – but it is the “joy” that gets them there!
The Importance of FUN!
Many people feel that when fun is present, learning is not. Nothing could be further from the truth. Acquiring healthy attitudes and learning is far more important that the mastery of specific sport skills. At Old Town Gymnastic Academy, gymnastic skills are used as tools to teach learning attitudes and to cultivate self-confidence. The main reason children participate in sports is to have FUN! The main reason children quit sports is an overemphasis on winning by the parents/coach!
Which Class to Choose?
At Old Town Gymnastics Academy, we use age and skill level as the primary variables for determining your gymnast’s class. Then we subdivide each class into smaller groups for more turns and instruction on the apparatus.
For gymnasts desiring faster progress, we recommend training two classes per week and/or private instruction for additional progress on specific skills, such as a back handspring (BHS) for cheerleading tryouts.
Join the Old Town Gymnastics Academy Staff
Do you have a gynmastic or cheer background? Are you a mature adult looking to work with kids in an exciting and growing gymnastics and cheer family-oriented facility. We would love to talk to you about working with us! Please click here to inquire.
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