Our Tumbling classes are for school aged children. This class will emphasize proper (Safe!) progression in tumbling and trampoline skills. Skills are taught in class are: Basic rolls, handstands, limbering, cartwheels, round-offs, front and back handsprings, and somersaults (Flipping). Success in this class requires a certain standard of fitness. Pre-requisites (5/5/5): 5 second handstand against the wall, 5 push-ups, 5+ sit ups. Children not yet at this fitness level should register for Gym Stars or Cheer until the levels can be met.

We know that you want your child to be taught the
safest way possible and with the ability to progress
in the long term. At Leaps & Bounds we teach in a
progressive manner, breaking down complex skills
into mini skills. After the student learns the mini skills,
the more complex skills are easier to achieve, safer,
and will lead into other skills without numerous
corrections. We are known for tumblers with good
technique.

Our coed classes are great for divers, gymnasts,
aspiring competitors and anybody who wants to learn
how to defy gravity. We use school grade as the
primary variable to determining your child's class time.
We then subdivide each class into logical similar
training groups. Advanced tumbling classes require
an instructor evaluation before enrolling.

Evaluation & Documentation: Each Tumbling student is tested on the third and seventh week of the session. They will receive a progress report twice a term along with a ribbon to signify that they are working on a new level. The ribbon levels will follow the colors of the rainbow (ROYGBVR) (low progression to high progression): Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Violet, Rainbow.

Our Offerings
Tumbling & Tramp Classes
This class is for every kid who wants to defy gravity! The focus of this class is a well rounded development of tumbling skills that travel forward and backwards. See skill levels on the next page. Great for divers, gymnasts, and aspiring competitors.

Back Handspring Clinics
The Back Handspring Clinic focuses just on the skills associated with Back Handsprings. Our clinics are designed to enhance your current tumbling class. They are offered every week and are open to the public. You need to pre-register because space is limited.

Reindeer Games & Victory Games...Every Child is a Winner!
Reindeer Games & Victory Games are exciting events for the entire family! Mom, dad, brother, sister, grandma and gramps are all invited to watch your star Tumbler participate in a real gymnastics meet designed expressly for fun and personal achievement. Reindeer games take place in December and Victory Games take place in April.

At Reindeer Games & Victory Games, every child is a winner because there are no placements and awards for everyone. A pleasure to watch and fun to participate in, parents and kids alike love these events. Reindeer Games takes place in late November/early December and Victory Games in late May/early June.

How Many Classes Per Week?
On this subject, we have a little different view than many organizations. For younger or beginning tumblers we recommend one class per week. The decision to come two or more times a week is very personal and we recommend considering more than once per week only after your child has expressed their desire for faster progress. Your Program Director will be glad to discuss the merits of such a decision should that time come.

Make Ups
Although it is always best to attend your regularly scheduled class, we allow two make-ups per term. Please call the office to schedule a make-up, as we do limit the number of make-ups in any class.

What To Wear To Class
Girls should wear a leotard or shorts & a T-shirt, tucked in. Boys wear shorts and a T-shirt, tucked in. Outfits are available in our Croaker's Cove Gift Shoppe. For tumbling bare feet are best. Tumbling in cheerleading shoes is acceptable too. No gum or jewelry. Hair must be pulled back for safety, as long hair interferes with rolling, somersaulting and twisting skills.

Which Class?
We use school grade as the primary variable for determining your child's class time. Considering each child's experience and skill level we subdivide each class into logical homogenous training groups. After trying many different methods of "placement", we have found this approach offers both, an excellent training situation for the kids, plus, carpooling convenience for you! Also, it allows us to be more flexible regarding personal scheduling problems. Please let us know if we can help in that regard.

Hot Shots Kindergarten - 6th grade

TNT 6th-12th

Pricing
$144 1 hour classes per term (9-10 weeks)

$177 1:30 hour classes per term (9-10 weeks)
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