Recreational Program
Director: Emily Dancy
Our recreational program consists of a variety of different classes, each offering a different perspective to the sport of gymnastics .Gymnasts registered for this program are required to pay their annual $25 Gymnastics Ontario insurance fee (valid July 2011– June 2012) if they have not already done so during this season. As BGA is non-profit, we do fundraise. These monies go towards buying new equipment to enhance our gym.
Programs Offered
Kindergym (1-3): Our You & Me program enables you to learn, laugh and play with your child in a unique and safe environment. One parent or caregiver must participate with the child. This program is designed to improve physical and social development. We also have a Movers and Shakers Playschool class available.
Drop-in Program (1-3): A non-commitment program where you and your child(ren) learn, laugh and play in a unique and safe environment.
Mini & Tiny Tumblers, Jr. Boys (3-5/4-6): Our mini and tiny tumber programs are filled with structured activites and games involving basic gymnastics skills. Gymnasts will receive a progress report at the end of sessions one and two.
Mini-Elites (4-6): This group of gymnasts has shown a high level of potential and will work on essential skills with a bigger focus on strength (upper/lower body, core)), flexibility, landings, balance and fundamentals.
Boys/Girls Tumblers (7+/6+): During sessions one and two, our recreational gymnasts will progress through the CANGYM badge program as they acquire skills of increasing difficulty. Gymnasts will receive a report card detailing their progress at the end of the session. During session three, gymnasts will practice routines for our year-end parents show.
Trampoline (7+): During sessions one and two, gymnasts will progress through skills of increasing difficulty. This includes shape jumps, seat drop jumps and rotational skills. Gymnasts will receive a report detailing their progress. During session three, our recreational gymnasts will practice for our year-end parents show.
Dance & Gym (5+): This class combines both gymnastics and one half hour of dance. At the end of each session, gymnasts will present a group dance routine. During sessions one and two, gymnasts progress through the CANGYM badge program as they acquire skills of increasing difficulty. Gymnasts will receive a report card detailing their progress at the end of each session. During session three, gymnasts will practice routines for our year-end parents show.
Advanced Recreational (7+): This class is geared towards gymnasts who want something more challenging than the tumblers program and are able to perform the required skills.
Highschool (12+ years): For teen girls who wish to still be active through gymnastics, this is the class for you! This class will combine gymnastics, trampoline and conditioning - skills that will be applicable to any sport.
Cheerleading (12+ years): This program consists of basic cheerleading drills and skills such as stunts, lifts, tumbling, strength and fleixibility.
Adult Fit Gym: This program includes basic gymnastic skills, circuit training, strength, flexibility and coordination.
