Gymnastics

Connecting young people to their potential, purpose, & each other.

Gymnastics training provides an excellent foundation in physical fitness, emphasizing the development of strength, flexibility, coordination, and sharpened motor skills while also learning the fundamentals of movement through gymnastics. All gymnasts will grow at their own pace with encouragement and positive reinforcement from the YMCA’s experienced teaching staff. Besides gymnastic skills, gymnasts in the YMCA program gain self-esteem and confidence, better listening skills, attention to detail, and friendship. Our YMCA gymnastics program has many classes and competitive team offerings. Choose what works with your family’s schedule and your child’s skill level.

Parent/Child & Preschool Gymnastics

Rec & Tumbling (Ages 6-16)

Ninja Warrior

A Countryside YMCA preschool gymnastics camper doing a backbend smiles for the camera.

Monthly Recurring Classes

Register online or stop by the front desk to register in person. Once registered, your automatic payment will occur on the 1st of every month. If at any time you wish to cancel registration, you will fill out a withdrawal request form by the 20th of the month. Your child’s enrollment will then expire at the end of that month. You can not sign up in advance for future months until after the 25th of the current month.

In addition to our gymnastics programs, we offer 30-minute private lessons in Gymnastics and Ninja, one-day clinics held during school breaks/holidays, and Open Gym sessions that allow you to use all our gymnastics equipment.

Competitive Gymnastics

Countryside YMCA’s girls’ competitive gymnastics team program allows gymnasts to take their gymnastics experience to a competitive level. The goal of this program is for every gymnast to reach their potential through competitive gymnastics. The YMCA gymnastics team competes at local, state, regional, and national levels. The gymnasts range in age from 6 to 18 and compete at levels 3-9 and Xcel levels. In addition, the team follows the USA Gymnastics Jr. Olympic Program. Participation is open to members only.

Although gymnasts compete individually, they are considered a part of the YMCA’s competitive gymnastics team. Team members learn:

The value and reward of hard work

Competitive gymnastics requires dedication and a passion for the sport.

How to be a team player

Team members are a source of encouragement, motivation, and support.

Good sportsmanship

Team members learn that treating other gymnasts with respect is of the utmost importance.

Along the way, our gymnasts forge lifelong friendships while improving their gymnastics skills and developing a sense of community. Of course, competitive gymnastics is also an excellent way to keep your child physically active while doing something they love. Our gymnasts are placed in programs based on their ability and age, so they may learn, grow, and succeed.

Countryside YMCA is here to provide support, guidance, and structure if your child desires to take gymnastics to a more competitive level.

Private Gymnastics & Ninja Lessons

Looking to build strength, confidence, and skills? Our private gymnastics and ninja lessons give kids, teens, and adults the chance to learn at their own pace with the full attention of an experienced instructor. Lessons are designed around your goals — from mastering fundamentals to advancing competitive techniques.

Ages: 4+ for Gymnastics and 5+ for Ninja
Length: 30- or 60-minute sessions available

Pricing (30-Minute Packages):

1 Session: $41 for Members ($60 for Program Members)
2 Sessions: $39 ($56.50) per session
4 Sessions: $37 ($53.50) per session
6 Sessions: $35 ($50.33) per session

Registration:
✔ Open to all
✔ Packages valid for 12 months from purchase

To be paired with an instructor, contact Bella Steffen at bella.steffen@ymcastaff.org or call 513-932-1424, ext. 104

A young boy trains his hanging skills in the gymnastics center

Program Registration Q&A

Q: My child is a new participant or starting after the class has begun. Will my child be behind?

A: Absolutely not. The way our progressive programs work, children are grouped and taught according to their ability. Program participants are used to seeing new faces, and program staff will welcome them warmly.

Q: Can my child switch class time part way through the year?

A: Sure! We are always happy to accommodate transfers as long as there is availability in the program where you are transferring. Just call or stop in the Gymnastics Center office to review class availability.

Q: Can my child advance in levels mid-year?

A: Absolutely! Coaches will notify parents if the athlete needs to move to a different level. Gymnastics staff will contact you with class transfer availability/options.

Q: What happens if I don't want to do a full year?

A: You can attend for the length of time that works for you, two months or ten. You will need to provide written notice by filling out the withdrawal request form by the 20th of the month to not be drafted in the coming month. For example, if you cancel by April 20th, you won’t be charged on May 1st.

Can I sign up in advance for future months?

When registering for the gymnastics and ninja programs, you will start right away. We will prorate and offer make-up classes as needed, but there will not be a way to sign up in advance for future months until after the 25th of the current month.