GYMNASTICS CLASSES FOR EVERYONE!

Our Classes

Both girls and boys are welcomed in all of our classes. As gymnasts progress towards more advanced sessions, they may be placed in specific gender groups to ensure that the training and equipment used makes the most of their time in the gym, thereby helping them to continually develop and learn.

Pre-School

Pre-School Classes (Toddlers to School Age)

Our one-hour Pre-school gymnastics classes teach children important skills like balance and coordination. With expert supervision and a playful environment, it’s a great way for them to lay the foundations of a healthy, active lifestyle. At Park Wrekin, we have a pre-school class to suit each child.

Exploring Elephants (from Toddlers to 2 ½ years) is an adult and child class (only the children have to do the gymnastics!). The gym is transformed into a soft playground so both you and your child are able to roam freely. It is a safe way for your child to discover new challenges and help develop their core movement patterns. A qualified coach oversees the session to help if needed.

Hopping Hares (from 2 to 3 years) is also an adult and child class, but with a structure. There is a coach for each group (of up to 10 children), who leads the circuits around the gym. It is designed to give children the environment of a fully structured gymnastics session, but with the security of an adult being able to help. Fun themes and music are key components of the sessions, helping your child learn to follow rules whilst building their confidence.

Swinging Monkeys (from 3 years to school age) is a fully structured class, with adults as spectators only. There is a coach for each group (of up to 8 children) who leads the class. In these sessions, we work towards our British Gymnastics pre-school awards, still using fun themes whilst preparing them for more gymnastic skills. All our gymnasts in this section gain immediate access into our Beginner section when they are of school age – there are no waiting lists.

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Beginners

Beginners (From school age)

The aim of our Beginner classes is to teach basic gymnastics skills and movements in a fun and friendly environment. The sessions are one-hour long and, during this time the gymnasts work towards the first of many British Gymnastics & Park Wrekin Awards. These awards are designed to allow the progressive learning of rolls, jumps, balances and group work. In addition, the gymnasts have the chance to use other equipment such as bars, beams, rings and a trampoline.

It will take roughly 12 months for the gymnasts to learn enough to progress onto our recreational section – coaches will let you know when the gymnast is ready.

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Recreational

Recreational (From school age)

Gymnasts who have taken part in gymnastics previously should join our recreational classes. These classes are still structured with fun and enjoyment as the main emphasis. Our two two-hour recreational classes allow sufficient time in the gym to master the more difficult skills needed to complete the remaining British Gymnastics & Park Wrekin Awards.

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Intermediate

Gymnasts who have practised floor and vault and apparatus for more than two years and have achieved a certain standard can take part in these classes in order to develop their gymnastic skills and confidence further.

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Elite

When a gymnast requires 12 or more training hours in a week (4×3 hour sessions) they will be asked to join our Elite programme. These longer, 3 or 4-hour training sessions are necessary for the type of preparation required for Regional, National and International competitions. All our Elite gymnasts have the opportunity to train at Lilleshall National Sports Centre as well as our home gym.

An individual weekly training plan will be tailored to each Elite gymnast’s needs.

Adult Gymnastics Classes

Adult Gymnastics Classes (Ages 16+)

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Gymnastic Parties

Gymnastics Parties

Saturday afternoons are available for parties at the gym. Please email us for further information.

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“The coaches here are fabulous and very encouraging. I really love the whole atmosphere of this club, it’s very welcoming.” (Mrs S Blackwell) “To be able to use the fantastic facilities that Park Wrekin have access to is fabulous” “Very professional, yet friendly coaches that work hard all the time. My son’s physical ability has improved significantly since he started gymnastics. Thank you!”

Our Class Timetable

Monday

Preschool: 9:30 – 10:15 (Swinging Monkeys, Age 3+)

Preschool: 10:30 – 11:15 (Swinging Monkeys, Age 3+)

Preschool: 11:30 – 12:15 (Hopping Hares, Age 2 – 3)

Beginners 4:00-5:00 & 4:15-5:15

Recreational: 5:00 – 7:00 & 5:15-7:15

Intermediate: 7:00 – 9:00

Tuesday

Preschool (Exploring Elephants 6 months+) 11:30-12:30

Beginners: 4:00 – 5:00 & 4:15- 5:15

Beginners: 6:00 – 7:00

Beginners: 6:30 – 7:30 (Lilleshall)

Beginners: 7:30 – 8:30 (Lilleshall)

Recreational Boys: 4:00 – 6:00

Recreational: 5:00 – 7:00

Recreational: 6:30 – 8:30 (Lilleshall)

Intermediate: 7:00 – 9:00

Wednesday

Preschool: 9:30 – 10:15 (Swinging Monkeys, Age 3+)

Preschool: 10:30 – 11:15 (Hopping Hares, Age 2+)

Preschool: 11:30- 12:15 (Mixed Sibling Class, Age 2+)

Beginners: 4:00 – 5:00 & 4:15-5:15

Boys Beginners: 5:00 – 6:00

Thursday

Preschool: 1:30-2:30 (Exploring Elephants 6 months +)

Beginners: 4:00 – 5:00 & 4:15- 5:15

Beginners: 7:00 – 8:00

Recreation: 4:00 – 6:00

Recreational: 5:00 – 7:00 & 5:15-7:15

TeenGym: 7:00 – 9:00

GymFusion: 7:15 – 9:15

Friday

Preschool: 9:30 – 10:15 (Swinging Monkeys, Age 3+)

Preschool: 10:30 – 11:15 (Swinging Monkeys, Age 3+)

Preschool: 11:30 – 12:15 (Hopping Hares, Age 2 – 3)

Beginners: 6:00 – 7:00

Beginners: 6:30 – 7:30 (Lilleshall)

Beginners: 7:30 – 8:30 (Lilleshall)

Recreation: 6:30 – 8:30 (Lilleshall)

Intermediate: 4:00 – 6:00

Floor & Vault: 7:00 – 9:00

Saturday

Beginners: 9:00 – 10:00 & 9:15-10:15

Beginners: 10:00 – 11:00 & 10:15- 11:15

Recreational: 11:00 – 1:00 & 11:15- 1:15

Sunday

Preschool: 9:00 – 9:45 (Swinging Monkeys, Age 3 +)

Beginners: 10:00 – 11:00, 10:15-11:15 & 11:15-12:15

Recreational: 11:00 – 1:00 & 11:15- 1:15

Competition Squad: 1:00 – 3:00

Disability Session: to be confirmed

“The coaches offer support to the children and are very patient and calm. My little boy was enthusiastic, but needed lots of guidance to channel this appropriately which was given in a positive way. He now wants to practice all the time and loves coming.” “Fantastic gymnastics club. Lovely, friendly atmosphere. My daughter is always learning new skills thanks to the expert coaching. She loves being apart of this very successful club”

Recognising Achievement

At Park Wrekin, we believe that success should be recognised and celebrated. All our Pre-school, Beginner and Recreational gymnasts work towards the British Gymnastics Proficiency Awards and Rosettes.

Pre-School Gymnastics

The Pre-School Gymnastics Award Scheme has been developed for children from 3 years of age and focuses on the development of physical literacy and movement skills. Children learn the three fundamental building blocks of movement – Action, Balance and Coordination, with a range of 40 different activities to choose from. The scheme introduces children to physical activity in a fun, yet structured, environment so that they can safely learn and experiment action, balance and coordination activities. Badges may be purchased to reward successful completion.

Core Gymnastics

The Core Proficiency Gymnastics Award scheme follows on from Pre- School for Beginners and children aged 5 years & upwards. The scheme assists in the progressive development of core skills such as balance, strength, flexibility and co-ordination and incorporates compulsory pulse raising activities. There are 10 types of activity and 8 levels of attainment. Participants can choose from a selection of 80 activities to develop core skills. A comprehensive resource pack underpins the successful delivery of the scheme – with 40 work cards presented on DVD.

Advanced Gymnastics

The Advanced Proficiency Gymnastics Award scheme is for children aged 11 years & upwards. It assists in the development of Core fitness (strength, power, flexibility, co-ordination) and gymnastics skills for the coaching of more advanced skills. The scheme offers a range of activities including Fitness, Floor, Vault & Rebound, Apparatus, Pairs & Groups, Hand Held Apparatus and Dance & Aerobics.

Pre-School

Pre-School Classes (Toddlers to School Age)

See our class timetable

Beginners

Beginners (From school age)

It will take roughly 12 months for the gymnasts to learn enough to progress onto our recreational section – coaches will let you know when the gymnast is ready.

See our class timetable

Recreational

Recreational (From school age)

When the gymnast is ready, they can move into our Recreational classes. Still with fun and enjoyment as the main emphasis, these two-hour classes allow sufficient time in the gym to master the more difficult skills needed to complete the remaining British Gymnastics & Park Wrekin Awards.

See our class timetable

Advanced

When the gymnast has achieved their Core Proficiency Awards, they will be ready to move into our Advanced section, although some gymnasts can move earlier if the coaches think they are ready. This extra time in the gym can be used for fun, fitness and to master the skills required to achieve the Advanced Bronze, Silver and Gold BG Proficiency Awards. This is also the start of the competitive sections. With extra sessions comes improved fitness, strength and flexibility – which means that the sky’s the limit on what can be achieved.

See our class timetable

Elite

An individual weekly training plan will be tailored to each Elite gymnast’s needs.

Adult Gymnastics Classes

Adult Gymnastics Classes (Ages 16+)

These classes are a chance for you to show the kids how to do it! These sessions will be one hour in duration and are suitable for all. There will be some fitness-based training, followed by a chance to have a go on all the equipment.

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Gymnastic Parties

Gymnastics Parties

Saturday afternoons are available for parties at the gym. Please email us for further information.

See our class timetable

GYMNAST PROGRESS FORM

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Recreational classes ( should read ):

Gymnasts who have taken part in gymnastics previously should join our recreational classes. These classes are Still with fun and enjoyment as the main emphasis, these two-hour classes allow sufficient time in the gym to master the more difficult skills needed to complete the remaining British Gymnastics & Park Wrekin Awards.

Advanced Classes

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Gymnasts who have practised floor and vault and apparatus for more than two years and have achieved a certain standard can take part in these classes in order to delvelop their gymnastic skills and confidence further.

You may also want to add something about Gymfusion here…

Also, it is possible to have a tab for ‘Online Classes’ with descriptions of the 40 minute sessions – beginners suitable for etc etc, – you can get this information from system.