Gymnastics at FCY

YMCA Recreational & Specialty Gymnastics Classes 

Recreational Gymnastics classes for children and families focus on enhancing basic body movement, coordination, and muscle development by developing balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, and endurance. The movements involved in gymnastics contribute to the development of the arms, legs, shoulders, back, chest, and abdominal muscle groups.

Our USAG-certified gymnastics Club provides gymnastics programs for individuals at all levels, from beginners to advanced. All of our gymnastics staff members are highly trained and hold certification as USAG gymnastics instructors.

Program Guidelines and Policies

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Our classes are thoughtfully designed to cater to the individual needs of each child. Our gymnastics program takes into account various crucial factors, including the developmental stages of physical, emotional, social, and cognitive aspects at the time of enrollment. Each gymnast will be placed in the course corresponding to their age at the time of enrollment. In the event that their birthday falls within a session, they will be scheduled to enroll in the subsequent course during the next session. Click here to register

1. No shoes and socks, no loose-fitted clothing.
2. Keep hair tied up at all times.
3. No gum or food allowed.
4. No running or screaming.
5. Ask to use the restroom for safety reasons.
6. When the coach is speaking, no talking is allowed.
7. Gymnasts must not touch equipment unless instructed by the coach.
8. Respect the equipment – do not throw, scratch, or pull things off the equipment.
9. The foam pit is for fun and learning new skills – please do not throw foam blocks as it can be dangerous and cause injury.
10. Please avoid picking feet/body for hygiene and health reasons.

  1. Wear only socks, no shoes are allowed.
  2. Socks must be worn at all times within the Gymnastics facility.
  3. Consumption of gum, food, or drinks (excluding unsweetened and colored water) is strictly prohibited.
  4. Running or loud screaming is not permitted.
  5. Maintain silence when the coach is addressing the group.
  6. Guardians should refrain from touching equipment unless directed by the coach.
  7. Show respect towards the equipment by refraining from throwing, scratching, or removing any components.
  8. The foam pit is intended for skill refinement and enjoyment. Avoid throwing foam blocks to prevent potential injury.
  9.  Do not throw the gymnast into the foam pit and refrain from picking feet/body for hygiene and health reasons.
  10. Active guardian participation is expected in all classes where guardians are present, including assisting the gymnast through courses and stations.
  11. Please leave food and beverages outside of the center unless it is a water bottle with a secure lid.

Parent-Child Classes are fun, instructor-led sessions where toddlers learn and explore with their parent or guardian. While toddlers may wander or need a moment to adjust — that’s completely normal — these classes have a clear structure led by the instructor.

Parent Role:

  • Stay within arm’s reach of your child and guide them through each activity

  • Follow the instructor’s directions and move with your child from station to station

  • Support learning while letting the instructor lead activities

  • If your child wanders or needs a break, please bring them back to your group

Quick Reminders:

  • One parent/guardian per child on the gymnastics floor

  • Parents wear socks; children are barefoot

  • Siblings and extra adults stay off the floor (mezzanines available for viewing)

  • All personal items stay in cubbies outside the gym

  • Water only — no food or drinks on the gymnastics floor

These classes are designed for learning and fun, with parents actively helping their child at each station. The instructor guides the activities, so everyone gets a chance to learn, practice skills, and feel successful.

🎥 Click here is a video to help families see what Parent-Child Classes look like in action!

 

Parent-Child Classes (Ages 6 months–4 years)

  • Instructor-led: Coaches guide activities, parents follow along

  • Learning & skill-building: Toddlers move through stations to practice basic gymnastics skills, balance, and coordination

  • Parent participation: One parent/guardian per child, stay within arm’s reach, help guide child

  • Routine: Warm-up, obstacle stations, movement songs, foam pit, goodbye song

  • Goal: Build confidence, gross motor skills, and social skills in a safe, guided environment

Playgroups (Ages 0-5)

  • Child-led: Kids explore freely, but parents stay within arm’s reach for safety

  • Open play: Children move through equipment and activities as they choose

  • Parent participation: One parent/guardian per child, guides and supervises their child within arm’s reach

  • Goal: Play, socialize, and explore safely in a less structured setting

🎥 Watch the video below to see a Parent-Child Class in action!

 

Payment secures a gymnast’s spot in class for the full session, regardless of attendance. Tuition is non-refundable and cannot be credited or prorated for missed classes, including those due to illness, vacation, holidays, or weather.

Make-up classes are not guaranteed due to limited space, staffing, and availability.

For safety, gymnasts should wear a leotard (with or without shorts) or tight-fitted shorts and a compression shirt. Avoid clothing that exposes the midsection, as it can cause abrasions.

Please do not wear dance leotards with skirts, loose clothing, or items with zippers, buttons, or drawstrings, as they pose safety risks. Jewelry is not allowed, except for small stud earrings.

For everyone’s safety, please make sure your child’s hair is tied back and away from their face before class. We’re unable to provide hair ties, and gymnasts with loose hair may not be able to participate. Thank you for helping us keep all gymnasts safe!

Only water is allowed in the Gymnastics Center. Coaches will encourage frequent water breaks during the day. Gymnasts should provide their own water bottles, cups are not provided.
• Campers will be able to refill water bottles at our water filling stations throughout the day
• All water bottles must have lids and should be labeled. Do not send glass bottles. 

Parents are kindly asked to accompany their children to the Gymnastics Center door and assist them in storing their socks, shoes, coats, and any other belongings in the designated blue cubbies located outside the Gymnastics Center. Please advise your child that chewing gum is not allowed, as it poses a choking hazard. Only children are allowed inside the gymnastics room during classes. Thank you for your cooperation.

You can watch your child on the mezzanine, accessible by the staircase or elevator next to the Gymnastics Center door.

Director: Mirasia Mcgahan, [email protected]

Assistant Director: Ollie Murphy, [email protected]

Gymnastic Program Phone Number: 413-773-3646 ext. 423

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Meet Our Gymnastics Staff

Gymnastics Director
Mirasia McGahan

Email: [email protected]
Phone Number: 413-773-3646 ext. 423

Gymnastics Assistant Director
Ollie Murphy

Email: [email protected]

Tumbling Tigers Competitive Gymnastics Club

If you’re interested in learning more about our Tumbling Tigers Competitive Gymnastics Team: Click Here or reach out to Mirasia at [email protected].
 
Tumbling Tigers Gymnastics Team is a USAG Competitive Gymnastics Program.  We are affiliated with the Franklin County’s YMCA in Greenfield, Massachusetts.