We are proud to offer a variety of programming for babies and toddlers all the way to adults. Our mission, vision, and values listed below govern who we are; what we do; and how we do it. Join us...you’ll flip!
Mission Statement:
Our mission is to expand and adapt to offer challenging and positive gymnastics programs for recreational and competitive participants in the greater Kingston area. We will accomplish this by providing qualified, enthusiastic leadership in a spacious, clean, safe, well-quipped gym club.
Values of the Kingston Gymnastics Club:
1. We believe in child centered programs that follow the basic principles of healthy child development.
2. We believe in quality coaches who are certified, dedicated, caring and ethical.
3. We believe in fair, honest and respectful behaviour.
4. We believe in recognizing in celebrating success.
5. We believe in responsibility, accountability and commitment.
6. We believe in the strength provided by the commitment and generosity of our volunteers and supporters.
7. We believe in focusing our resources to provide quality programs in a quality environment.
Vision Statement:
Our vision is one, strong, sustainable recreational and competitive gymnastics club for Kingston that actively promotes the values of the Kingston Gymnastics Club.
Programming:
BABYNASTICS
8 to 15 months, with Parent or Caregiver - 1 hour
Children and parents move in small groups around the gym with a certified coach. Each circuit consists of a session on floor, bars, beam, vault, and trampoline. These classes are a great way to promote fitness and togetherness with little ones and their parent/guardian.
TALL & SMALL
2 to 3 years, with Parent or Caregiver— 1 hour
This popular program includes motor development, gymnastics basics and exploration activities to promote fun and healthy physical development. Each hour long class makes use of weekly themes, music and equipment made just for kids.
KINDERGYM
3 to 5 years— 1 hour
Kindergym encourages the development of co-ordination, balance, fitness and basic gymnastic skills in an enjoyable, motivating way. Our smaller equipment helps to boost confidence and allows children to explore and learn gymnastic skills with greater independence.
KEENER KINDERGYM
Aged 5 - 1 1/2 hours
This program provides a greater challenge for boys and girls ages 5 and up who are working on level Red or higher, or have been recommended by their coach. This level system focus on learning strong fundamentals with an introduction to basic conditioning and stretching exercises.
RECREATIONAL
6 to 9 and 9 to 12 years—1 1/2 hours
Our Rec. classes offer girls and boys the opportunity to work on physical development and gymnastic skills in a friendly and challenging atmosphere. The programs are designed to allow each gymnast to progress through the CANGYM Level System according to their interest and ability. No experience is necessary at any age.
ADVANCED RECREATIONAL
Ages 6 + - 1 1/2 hours
These groups train twice per week, and are working on the higher levels of the CANGYM Program. Placement in Advanced Rec. is by selection only.
TUMBLING
Boys & Girls 6-9, 9-12, 13+
KGC’s tumbling classes are geared towards each participant’s individual goals. All ability levels are welcome as you will be grouped with similar ability within the class. Tumblers will spend time on the full size sprung floor as well as the in-group trampoline.
TEEN & ADULT
Ages 13 + - 1 1/2 hours
Teens and adults work on skills of their choice on each apparatus. This class is an opportunity to learn gymnastics and have some fun. Beginner or old Pro? Everyone is welcome! This class is also for teens and adults who want to focus on learning, or improving their tumbling skills.
PRIVATE LESSONS
KGC offers Private (one on one) and Semi-Private (two to one or three to one) classes. Each class is one hour in length with a
Level 2 Certified Coach. These classes are ideal for those who wish to focus on learning or improving their tumbling. This gives
the participant(s) an opportunity to work closely with a Coach to achieve specific skills and goals.
COMPETITIVE & PRE-COMPETITIVE
We have a variety of Competitive & Pre-Competitive teams for girls ages 5.5 years and older. No experience is necessary at the Pre-Competitive level. Please call the office for a tryout appointment.
CAMP
For Girls and Boys ages 3-12.
Stay fit and have fun over Christmas break, March break, and the summer holidays with the Kingston Gymnastics Club’s camp! Join us for a whole week, a day, or half a day!
Campers will be divided into age appropriate groups where they will learn and improve gymnastics skills, have fun playing indoor and outdoor games, and have a chance to be creative in the craft room! Each week has a different theme and activities! Campers go on a special field trip every Wednesday during the summer to Lake Ontario Park!
PARTIES
Celebrate your child’s birthday or special event with a party at our facility! The partygoers will have a funtastic time exploring the bars, beams, vault, spring floor, trampoline and in-ground foam pit with the guidance of a certified coach.Along with the chance to learn some gymnastics and have a lot of fun, we offer:
Balloons for all participants
A decorated party room for food, cake, games and gift opening. The room includes decorations, table cloth, refrigerator/freezer, microwave and kettle
Not included: food, plates, napkins, cutlery etc…
FIELD TRIPS
Field trips are offered to schools, daycare, nursery school and home school groups. Field trips at Kingston Gymnastic Club are designed to meet various physical education curriculum, movement exploration curriculum or just to have some fun as a special outing! Cost is $5.00 per student.
