Gymnastics

At our purpose built gymnastics facility, Tameside Gymnastics Centre, Longdendale an extensive range of session are offered:

Parents and Tots Gymnastics

Parent and tot Sessions; these drop in sessions are designed for very young children from babies up to 4 years. They are informal play sessions for parents and children, and a great way to introduce little ones to basic equipment and the gymnastics environment.

Gym Tots

Classes are designed for children aged 3-5 years, working in small groups of no more than 8 children per coach, these structured classes are designed to develop skills in movement and introduce basic moves on all gymnastic equipment. Progress is monitored against the Tameside Gymnastics Scheme as children work towards achieving award badges.

Recreational Classes

For children above the age of 5 years and again working to the ratio of no more that 8 students per coach. Children have the opportunity to work on floor movements, the vault, skills on the bars and on the beam, plus a variety of other equipment. Each child is encouraged to develop at their own speed and once they have achieved the required skills and badges they will automatically move up to the next group.

Benefits of Gymnastics

This sort of highly structured exercise may have the following benefits for young children:

  • Improves and develops flexibility
  • Improves muscular strength
  • Improves and develops motor co-ordination
  • Improves and develops circulation and heart function
  • Improves posture and discipline
  • Enhances social skills with other children and adults
  • Develops learning and listening skills

The skills learnt in gymnastics, both physiological and psychological can underpin a child's performance and success in many sports and indeed in other areas of adult life.

Please note that all session must be pre-booked with the exception of Parent and Tots sessions. Click here for the timetable of sessions.

If you would like more information, and availability of sessions please call Tameside Gymnastics Centre, Longdendale on 01457 762 042