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  1. How and when can I get my child started?
    We offer our recreational gymnastics and tumbling classes year round, on a month to month basis. Dance classes are from August to May and a brief summer session is also available. To get your child started, just call or drop by to schedule a free trial class. Explain your child’s level of experience and our knowledgeable staff will place your child in a class that is suitable for his or her age and level.
  2. What are your hours of operation?
    Our normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00am until 8:00pm. For a schedule of classes, please visit the “class schedule” page.
  3. When is tuition due?
    For all recreational and team programs, tuition is due on the 1st of each month. After the 5th of each month, a late fee of $10 will be applied to all delinquent accounts. For the after school gymnastics and summer camp programs, tuition is due weekly. Your payment may be in the form of cash, check, or visa credit card.
  4. What should my child wear to class?
    *Female gymnasts should wear a leotard of their personal preference. Shorts and pants can be worn over the leotard as long as they are cotton or spandex and have no buttons or zippers. *Male gymnasts and tumblers should wear a form fitting tank top or tee shirt and cotton shorts that have no buttons or zippers. Female and Male gymnasts should not wear socks or shoes in the gym. *Dancers should wear a leotard of any color, tights and appropriate shoes for each class (please ask teacher for preferences). *Cheerleaders should wear either a leotard or a form fitting tank top or tee shirt and cheer type shorts. Cheer shoes may be worn.
    FOR ALL STUDENTS: Baggy clothing, denim, and jewelry are all unacceptable as they are a safety hazard in the gym. Please have hair tied back if it is long.
  5. What does my child need to bring to class?
    Besides a great attitude and an eagerness to learn, the student may bring water or a sports drink to class, however it is not mandatory. Cups of water will be provided if your child is thirsty. Soda and juice are discouraged, as they are dehydrating and don’t mix well with all of the jumping and tumbling your child will be doing! Dancers should always bring appropriate shoes for classes.
  6. Can I watch my child’s class? May I drop my child off?
    We do allow parents to watch in our parent viewing area upstairs. Parents are not allowed to stay ANYWHERE in the gym area, as this is most distracting for the gymnast. It is also acceptable to drop your child off, providing we have all of your correct contact information on file should we need to reach you.
  7. How do you communicate with parents?
    Our most effective way of communication is via email and through a service called Constant Contact. Please provide us with your email address at the time of registration to ensure you recieve these valuable updates. We will post any scheduled closings throughout the lobby,upstairs areas and website. Event sign up sheets will be at the front sales counter in the lobby. If a situation occurs involving your child during class, you will be notified by a coach either in person or over the phone. If there is a situation regarding your account, you will be notified either in person, over the phone, or via invoice. All questions regarding accounts should be directed towards the front desk receptionist.
  8. Do you offer make-up classes?
    * If the student misses a regularly scheduled class, the student is entitled to a make-up class at their convenience within 30 days of the missed class *. Please see the front desk or call to do so. It is YOUR responsibility to schedule your make-up class. No drop-ins please, as this may disrupt the intended class ratio. Smaller class sizes enable students to progress faster.
    (* This does not apply to Gym or Dance Team students as monthly rates are based on four weeks. Therefore, there will be NO make-up classes for any Gym or Dance Team member, whether the student misses due to personal reasons or class is cancelled due to a holiday or inclement weather. Usually this equals out due to some months having five weeks.*)
    Each year we have several planned closings due to observed holidays. These closings will be posted throughout the lobby and upstairs areas. Please inquire at the front desk as to whether or not the classes missed need to be made up.
  9. What is the procedure for inclement weather?
    If there is inclement weather (i.e. snow or stormy weather), please call ahead or check your email before coming to class. If we are closed, we will state this on our voicemail and through a Constant Contact email. If the roads are passable by early evening, chances are we will be open, regardless of school closings. If the gym is closed due to inclement weather, missed classes may be made up. Please see the front desk or call to schedule a make-up class.
  10. What if I need to change my child’s class day or time?
    We realize that conflicts occasionally arise due to outside activities and sports. It is perfectly fine to move your child to a different day or time so long as the class accommodates the student’s level. To do so, please see the front desk receptionist or call us.
  11. How do I know if my child is progressing?
    You should see your child improving from week to week. Your child should walk away from class with a feeling of accomplishment. You should witness your child perfecting the basics, as well as learning new things. The student should gradually grow stronger and more flexible. If you notice that your child is in a rut or bored, it may be that the student needs to be moved up in level. Your child may also need to add a class or two, as there is no replacement for time. Conditioning and stretching outside of the gym is also recommended to sustain strength and flexibility. If you are unsure of your child’s progress, you should talk to your child’s coach. A coach will typically approach the parent if their student needs to be in a different class.
  12. How does my child go about moving up to a higher level?
    If you think your child needs to move up in level or if you are interested in our team program, please talk with your child’s coach. Typically, a coach will approach the parent if they see that child would benefit from moving up to a higher level. In March, we accept new Gymnastics Team members. Auditions for Dance Team will be held in the summer after they attend a Dance Camp. Team coaches will be assessing each and every recreational student and will let you the parent know if they see that your child would make a good fit for one of our Teams. Letters are sent out inviting potential students that have shown interest to consider being evaluated formally and information is given regarding dates for these evaluations.
  13. What if my child wants or needs to discontinue his/her class?
    Even though we strongly believe that gymnastics and dance are the perfect sports, we realize that it may not be for every child. Children must have the desire to take class in order to enjoy it. If you want or need to drop your child, for what ever reason, we do require a 30 days written notice in advance. You may pick up a Drop Notice form at the front desk to turn in. If you discontinue without written notice, you will be billed for that month and then automatically dropped. Please inform the front desk receptionist if you are considering dropping your child’s class. This is very important, as we like to maintain an 8:1 student/teacher ratio and your child’s spot in class will be held each month unless we are notified of a drop.
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