Classes
At Sugarloaf Gymnastics we offer a
wide range of training options
within Artistic Gymnastics.
Our gymnastics program comprises the following:
Mini Gym
Gymnastics Camps
Parent & Toddler
Recreational Gymnastics (non competitive)
Invite Only Competitive Gymnastics Stream
Mini Gym
This class is suitable for younger children aged 3.5-6 yrs starting out in gymnastics. The program offers a great introduction to the sport of gymnastics and is designed to help children channel all of their energy and reach developmental milestones. Participating in gymnastics at a young age has many benefits. Gymnastics requires great strength, balance, flexibility and coordination. These are the cornerstones to sound physical fitness and athletic performance in all sports. There are also many social benefits to participating in gymnastics, the sport requires great discipline and listening skills as well as interaction with other group or team members. Our Mini Gym program puts a lot of focus on these core skills. Children can receive so many other benefits from joining a gymnastics class, that is not about learning gymnastics skills! These classes run in the early afternoon so that the training centre is quiet to allow for the children to adapt to to attending class on their own and take instruction. Mini Gym is a 40 – 45 min class.
Throughout the term gymnast will be regularly evaluated on their skills and you will receive an email with their progress which will be viewable in our handy app.
Children attend alone without parents.
Recreational Gymnastics
Is an introduction to fundamental artistic gymnastics skills on bars, beam, vault, fast track and floor focusing on learning skills safely through a structured gymnastics program which gymnasts can experience progression through their efforts. Classes are taught in an encouraging, non-competitive environment. Children are grouped according to age and in time on ability and train on all apparatus during the term. The emphasis is on developing a love of physical activity through gymnastics, educating in technique and safety as well as developing the flexibility, strength and coordination needed for progress to further more advanced gymnastics skills. Recreational Gymnastics is non competitive, it is all about keeping fit, strong, healthy and flexible. Gymnasts are continually monitored for their suitability to join our competitive gymnastics program which is by invite only at the discretion of the coaching team.Recreational classes are 55 mins – 2 hours depending on experience.
Throughout the term gymnast will be regularly evaluated on their skills and you will receive an email with their progress which will be viewable in our handy app.
Children attend alone without parents.
Gymnastics Camps
Camps run during school midterm breaks (Halloween, Christmas and Easter) and during July and August. These take place over 3-4 days for 3 – 3.5 hours per day and are open to children aged 5+ who are complete beginners all the way to advanced gymnasts. Children are grouped by age and ability and have fun working on all apparatus in the gym during their time at camp. During the Summer we also run Mini Gym Camp for children aged 4-5 years which is shorter in length.
Invite Only Programs
The following classes are invite only at the discretion of the coaching team either by trial selection or natural ability seen in class. Gymnasts showing above average skill level and potential may be invited to attend. All of these programs require the gymnasts to be focused, disciplined and to have the ability to listen to corrections and apply them.
- Advanced Program (training 1 hr 20 – 2 hrs per week)
- Team Program (training 4+ hours per week, all year around)
- Development Program (training 7+ hours per week, all year around)
- Squad Program (training 10 – 18 hours per week, all year around)
Team, Development and Squad compete in Gymnastics Ireland National Series Competitions and Advanced compete in GymStart.
Parent & Child
We are welcoming back our very popular Parent and Child class, returning for the first time since March 2020! This class will work on developing all essential gross motor skill development for the junior ages in a fun and exciting format. The class will be coach led but also with parents involvement and assistance so parents will need to take their shoes off and be prepared to get active with their children! Suitable development age is from walking to a strict cut off at 4yrs of age. Running Wednesdays 11.30 – 12.15pm and places must be booked on our website, no drop ins allowed.