Learning Gymnastics in Seattle
Seattle Gymnastics Academy (also with a Spokane location) 12535 26th avenue NE, Seattle, WA, 98125, Call (206)362-7447
Considered to be one of the top gymnastics learning institutes in the Pacific Northwest, Seattle Gymnastics has a large facility in Seattle’s Lake City district, as well as an eastern Washington Spokane locale. There are about 90 instructors available to coach students, and the typical enrollment is about 1,000 pupils. They specialize in everything from beginning to competitive. Children as young as 18 months can enter the program to learn about body movement, which is believed to help increase lifelong flexibility and good habits. The “Seattle Preschool” program focuses on movement and learning. Competitive gymnasts will enjoy the 26,000 square foot facility in Seattle, as well as the top notch coaching available. Camps occur throughout the year, and birthday parties can always be hosted here with advance booking. Gymnastics classes are available year round, so call for more information.
The Little Gym; 7777 15th avenue NE, Seattle, WA, 98115 Call (206)524-2623
The Little Gym is a great way for children under the age of 12 to learn about body movement, flexibility, and staying active. Parents can accompany children under 3 to parent/child classes, where they will have a fun place to play with their kids. These activities will help develop social skills, hand and eye coordination, rhythm, and muscle use. Activities range from stretching to singing, to playing with toys and balls. Once the children are over the age of 3, they can enter into groups without parents, such as preschool & kindergarten gymnastics. Here, they will learn how to interact and play with their peers, learn tumbling and stretching skills, and learn teamwork through group games. They will also learn sports development skills. Elementary gymnastics is teaches them more advanced tumbling in a noncompetitive environment. Students that are enthusiastic might get invited to join an invitational team, or decide to pursue gymnastics more seriously after learning at the Little Gym.
GYMagine Gymnastics; 3616 South Road #b3 Mukilteo, WA, 98275 Call (425)513-8700
GYMagine caters to adolescents from age 1-18. Youngsters will be introduced to gymnastics in a playful, fun manner. They will learn to move their body, learn valuable balancing and stretching skills, and will discover the joy of just staying active – something that will hopefully accompany them into their adulthood. As students progress through the program, they will learn more advanced skills, and will e given the option of learning to participate in gymnastics competitively. Competition, however, is not the top priority, and all students are encouraged to have fun and try their best at the same time. Groups are divided by age, and accordingly, given age appropriate titles. Thus, the youngest gymnasts are the “Acro-Roos,” who quickly grow up into “Super-Roos.” Older students are spared some of the cutesiness. Advanced students will find competitive coaching and great facilities. GYMagine also serves pupils with special physical needs, and is run by a supportive and caring staff.
