Pre-School Classes
You & Me Kid (Girls & Boys, Ages 1-3 done with an adult)
We know you will find this program to be FUN. We strive daily
to think, research, and develop our program to be the best it can be for increased
satisfaction for you and your child. You will learn and use proven techniques to help
develop your child’s sensory motor coordination and self-confidence. Each session
your child will reach new milestones in development. Fun themes are incorporated
throughout each semester. Special Programs include: Beach Party Week, Teddy Bear Week,
Bring A Friend Week, Grandparents Week, and more!
Kindergym (Girls & Boys, Ages 3-6)
Our curriculum and goals are designed to develop a high
level of gross motor skills, to build self-confidence, and to give
each child a strong self-image. Children explore their physical
abilities through age-appropriate activities on the four Olympic
events as well as the use of such preschool equipment as
incline mats, barrels, slides, tunnels, donuts, parachutes, and
trampolines. This program will enhance their listening skills and help
them learn to follow directions in our safe and FUN environment.
Fun themes are incorporated throughout each semester. Special Programs include:
Silly Sticker Week, Teddy Bear Week, Bring A Friend Week, Parent Participation Week,
Grandparents Week, and Beach Party Week!
Mighty K’s (Girls entering kindergarten, Ages 5-6)
This program is designed for girls who are preparing to move from a preschool class
into a recreational gymnastics class. In this transitional class, the emphasis is placed
on developing specific gymnastics skills through progressive activities on each of the
gymnastics apparatus – tumbling, vaulting, bars, balance beam and trampoline.
Children’s Enrichment Program
(Boys & Girls, Ages 3-5)
This program is designed to provide your child with structured activities
combined with gymnastics and FUN. We provide activities that give your
child an opportunity to discover, explore, be challenged and most of all make them
love to come to school. It is a great way to prepare your child for Kindergarten. We
believe children grow, develop and learn at different rates, and we strive to develop
the type of environment that considers each child’s individual needs and interests.
(Certified elementary teacher and gymnastics staff)
Lunchtime Flip Zone
(Boys & Girls, Ages 1-7)
Spend quality athletic time with your child in
our safe preschool gymnasium. This supervised open workout activity
is offered 4 times weekly. General Public Welcome.
Satellite Gymnastics Program
Parkettes have two vans that travel to area schools, day
care and nursery programs to incorporate gymnastics into
their existing programs.
Girl Classes
5 years and up
Parkettes recreational class program is structured to follow USA
Gymnastics guide-lines and is achievement oriented. Classes are designed
to prepare girls for both competitive and non-competitive gymnastics. Basic
skills, progressions, strength, and flexibility training are included in our
program. Instruction is included on all women’s apparatus, with the
trampoline and pit used to aid in the safe learning of higher level skills.
Our annual Turkey Trot, Leprechaun Leap, and class competition highlight
the class program. Ribbons, medals and lots of Fun . . . for everyone.
Novice
As an introduction to the sport of gymnastics, this class does
not require any gymnastics experience (1 hour class)
Level 1
Basic fundamentals of gymnastics experience. Focus is placed
on mastering the correct form and technique of gymnastics basics.
(1-1/2 hr class)
Levels 2 & 3
For girls with gymnastics experience. Focus is placed on
more difficult gymnastics skills, along with the development of adequate
strength and flexibility to insure the safe execution of such skills.
(1-1/2 hr to 2 hr class)
Levels 3, 4 & 5
This class is for the advanced recreational gymnast. (2 hr class)
Cheernastics
(Ages 6-18)
Learn the tumbling skills you need to make your school’s squad
or improve your individual tumbling and technique. In our state
of the art facility, we can help you learn round-offs, front and
back handsprings, flips and more . . . safely and correctly.
Strength and flexibility training is also included in each class.
Boy Classes
5 years and up
The boys class program is focused on three elements; a fun and positive
environment; fundamental skill development; and basic motor-muscular
development in strength, flexibility and coordination! By emphasizing
your child’s success, athletic confidence will develop for both gymnastics
and any other sport your son may later pursue. Instruction includes all
six men’s events as well as the trampoline and pit.
Future Stars (Boys entering kindergarten)
This program is designed
as a transitional class (from pre-school to the boys program) with
emphasis placed on developing specific gymnastics skills through progressive
activities on each of the boys gymnastics apparatus. Your child will have FUN
while learning important basic skills that will be used in his recreational class in the
upcoming year. (Skill area focus: floor, vault, pommel horse, rings, parallel bars,
high bar and trampoline)
Specialty Programs
Special Needs
These classes are intended to meet the needs of any child who whether
for physical, mental or emotional reasons, cannot adapt comfortably to
our other gymnastics programs. Included in this program is our Thursday evening
Special Olympics Training, serving to assist children in preparation for competition.
Some special needs may be best met in our regular instructional classes; please call
the office to discuss what may work best for your child.
Homeschool Program
Reasons why your child should experience the sport of gymnastics and possibly be reimbursed for participation in this great fitness activity (Visit “Community Classes on your Virtual Library for more information).
As a homeschooler physical activities will not only increase your child’s fitness but also increase their focus and discipline in their studies. The Parkettes National Gymnastics Training Center would like to offer homeschool children the opportunity to experience a whole new world of physical fitness. Here at Parkettes we offer a wide variety of physical activity inaddition to learning the sport of gymnastics.
For the highly active child it provides a positive outlet for their energy, while a child who is inhibited will experience their body’s capabilities that create self confidence and the “I Can Do It’ attitude.
Gymnastics teaches the basis of movement and develops the fundamental activities which will benefit participation in other sports. Aerobic, strength and flexibility conditioning, not only prepares the child for class but will also increase over all fitness. Gross motor skills will be developed in such activities as running, jumping and skipping. Balance strength and coordination will be challenged as the child experiences the challenges that the equipment will provide. The use of trampoline will develop spatial awareness while challenging the mind work over all body awareness.
By participating in our program basic gymnastic skills are taught on all events. Stations are set up at each event to teach progressions to help develop the basic movements, which make up specific skills. This structure offers the opportunity for children to progress at their individual pace.
Parkettes homeschool program is held on Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30pm.You may join at any time. Special family rates apply. Please contact Julie Emerick Girls Program Director at jemerick@parkettes.com for more information.
Martial Arts Gymnastics
A unique blend of martial arts and gymnastics. Black belt instructor with
23 years of teaching experience. (Prices and schedule available by calling the gym)
OPeN GYM TiMe (Girls, Cheerleaders, Ages 6 and up)
September through June. Saturdays- this supervised
gym time gives additional time for all athletes to practice skills which will help them
reach their individual goals. General Public Welcome. $15 per class/Punch
Card Discounts Available.
Parkettes Teams (Girls & Boys Competitive)
Parkettes has a long and successful tradition of developing the beginner level
competitive gymnasts to the Olympic level. Our gymnasts have competed at state,
national and international competitions.
Private Lessons (for all ages)
Private lessons are designed to allow you to spend the extra time you need to learn
the gymnastics skills you are striving to master. This format focuses on the needs of
each individual. Private lessons are available by request.
Contact the office to schedule. 1/2 hr $45.00, 1 hr $70
Field Trips/Family Fun Nights
We welcome charter schools, private schools,
after school programs, church groups, etc. to experience our facility. Must be
scheduled in advance. Very reasonable rates and a great opportunity for you to
spend quality time with your family.
Birthday Parties
Our facility lends itself to being the most exciting birthday venue
around. Our staff will design the party based on your child’s age.
We provide activities, birthday party bags, a balloon and a coupon
for a free class trial. You come with your camera ready to capture
this special day. Available to the public.
Please call for prices and availability. More information is available here.
