This class is for boys that have had at least one session of gym kids or boys level 1. The class is invitation only. To join the class a number of strength, flexibility, and coordination requirements need to be satisfied. This class meets twice a week and attendance on both days is a must. Development 1 is a first part of a two year program meant to be a fast track to the competitive team. It is a fast paced skill learning environment and a competitive attitude is emphasized. The age ranges from 4 to 7 years old. Students train for one year according to a curriculum that was specifically designed for the class. Evaluations take place once every three months to monitor the child’s progress. The final evaluation takes place at the end of a training year and will determine if a child is ready to move up to Development 2. If a child excels beyond what the Development 1 curriculum has to offer, has high aspirations to advance in a competitive environment and is willing to commit to training 4 days a week (total of 7 hour per week) the child is invited to TOPs (Talent Opportunity Program as described by USA Gymnastics at: www.usa-gymnastics.org). Student to teacher ratios in development classes are lower than in regular classes which makes for more detailed instructions. It is possible to lose your spot on a development team. One way is to take extensive time off during summer (more then 1 month). Inappropriate conduct on a parent side is another way. We discourage sideline coaching, talking to your child during class, and destructive criticism that undermines any of Head Over Heels programs in any way. Lastly, if the development program is too much of a challenge and does more harm than benefit for a child, parents will be assisted in choosing and taking a more suitable course of training. Recreational gymnastics, circus, dance are some of the options that we offer. These programs are noncompetitive, demand much less commitment when compared to the development or tops programs, and bring plenty of exercise, growth and athletic development for any child. In one year of development class we cover what is generally covered it 2-3 years of regular recreational classes.
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Parent Participation Special Needs
This class is our gym's introduction to the special needs program. We offer two groups split by age, 4 - 6 and 7 – 9 years old. Class placement is open for discussion as we try to base groups on the size, ability, and needs of the gymnasts.
Offered in a less crowded location during quieter business hours, the class is geared towards optimized adaption to a structured gym setting. To support the child's needs, a parent, guardian, or aide is required in order to best support each gymnast. Our special needs classes are limited to a 4 students to a coach ratio to guarantee individual attention for each student.
Class Focus:
The class builds a wide range of motor skills as well as social skills, boosting students’ confidence with each success. Student - teacher communication is key as students gain skills while having fun.
Gymnastic Skills:
Balance, jumps, running coordination, hanging on bars, basic inversions, climbing, and much more.
Example class structure:
- 5 minute plyometric warmup.
- 5 minutes of body positioning and joint preparation.
- 10 minute rotation on different courses, first five of which are structured last 5 minutes the gymnast is free to work on their favorite skills.
Special Needs
This class is our program’s transition to the bigger gym. With more equipment available to accommodate older children and a larger amount of classes simultaneously being held around the class, listening requirements are brought to the forefront. A parent or guardian is welcome to aide to best support the needs of each student. Four gymnasts maximum in a class to ensure each gymnast receives individual attention.
Class Focus:
This class fosters listening and communication skills with a teacher. Gymnasts gain the ability to take the class independently without an aide while practicing sharing and taking turns with others.
Gymnastics Skills:
Various trampoline bounces and drops, body positions, basic vaulting skills, basic bars, rings, parallel bars, support swings and travels, basic tumbling, and stretches on the gym floor.
Example class structure:
- 5 minute plyometric warmup.
- 5 minutes of skill specific body positioning and strengthening.
- Two 15 minute rotations in a course – both rotations are ended with a free skill period.
- 5 minutes of free time and games.
Level 1 Special Needs
The Level 1 for Special Needs class is a stepping stone into a Level 2 for boys and girls that need special accommodations. The class explores many different approaches to basic gymnastic skills and is taught at a lower 4 to 1 student to coach ratio to ensure every gymnast has the tools to learn and achieve success.
Class Focus:
The focus of this class is building skills, learning how to push past difficult obstacles, and understanding the rewards of hard work and dedication. Gymnasts will learn to maintain focus utilizing gymnast and coach communication with minimal guardian aide.
Gymnastic Skills:
Basic tumbling, progression towards a pullover on bar, hand stand flat back, cartwheel, and squat-on on vault.
Example Class Structure:
- 10 minute warm up, games.
- Two 15 minute rotations focusing on a skill.
- 5 minutes of conditioning and body positions.
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Scholarships for underserved children are available. Please contact for details.