Gymnastics Classes
The Harrisburg Area YMCA offers an array of classes for youth in the area! From novice to advanced levels, the YMCA provides classes for all age groups to improve their skills and have fun. Gymnastics is a great sport to improve motor skills, balance, flexibility, strength, coordination, and fitness.
Your child will learn the basics of gymnastics through expert instruction and the use of balance beams, uneven bars, vault, mini tramp, rings, and floor drills. Our gymnastics programs are sure to keep your kids active and making new friends! Explore our current offerings below.
West Shore YMCA: Beginner Gymnastics
Beginner classes are for those who are new to gymnastics or who are still working towards proficiency in beginner skills including front and back rolls, cartwheels, handstands, and bridges. Gymnasts will participate in progressions, drills, and core strength exercises to help them achieve proficiency. Events include vault, bars, beam, floor, mini tramp, and rings. For ages 5-11.
Upcoming Session
Schedule:
- April 23–June 14, 2024
- Ages 5-6: Tuesdays from 5:00-6:00 PM
- Ages 6-11: Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00 PM and 7:00-8:00 PM
Fees:
- YMCA Members: $97
- Community Guests: $145
West Shore YMCA: Intermediate Gymnastics
INVITE ONLY: This class is for children who have become proficient in beginner skills including front and back roll, cartwheel, unassisted handstand, and bridge kick-over. Gymnasts will still do progressions, drills, and core strength exercises, but now are working towards back walkovers, round-offs, and chin-up pullovers. Events include vault, bars, beam, floor, mini-tramp, and rings. For ages 6-11.
Upcoming Session
Schedule:
- April 23–June 11, 2024
- Tuesdays from 7:00-8:00 PM
Fees:
- YMCA Members: $97
- Community Guests: $145
Must have instructor approval for this class. To register, please contact Jason Snyder (717) 737-9622.
West Shore YMCA: Preschool Gymnastics
An introductory gymnastics class for children ages 3 1/2-5 years old. Children will learn gymnastics fundamentals and participate in activities that foster engagement, independence, strength, cooperation, and group work.
Upcoming Session
Schedule:
- April 23–June 14, 2024
- Tuesdays from 10:00-10:45 AM
- Fridays from 9:30-10:15 AM
- Fridays from 10:30-11:15 AM (6 week option)
Fees:
- YMCA Members: $88
- Community Guests: $132
