All our classes provide an equal balance of fun and progression and are taught in a safe, fun & friendly environment by our experienced, qualified & DBS checked coaches.

Pre-School Gymnastics -
Pre-school gymnastics teaches your children important skills like balance and co-ordination. With expert supervision and a playful environment, it’s a great way for them to have fun and lay the foundations of a healthy, active lifestyle. Our independent structured Pre-school gymnastics classes are 35 minutes and are suitable for girls & boys aged 3 - 4 years (not started school), and are ran in groups of a maximum of 7 children per qualified coach for an enhanced gymnastic introduction.

Beginner Gymnastics –
Our 55 minute structured Beginner classes are great introduction into gymnastics for children of school age where they will learn basic fundamental gymnastics skills whilst enjoying the adventure of learning new skills and working on all of our apparatus including vault, bars, beam, floor & trampoline. Classes are run in groups of a maximum of 12 children per qualified coach for an enhanced gymnastic introduction.

Recreational Gymnastics –
Once children are ready to progress from our Beginner class they will be given the opportunity to move up into a structured Recreational class, these classes may also be suitable for those who have previously taken part in gymnastics. Classes are an hour and ten minutes led by qualified and experienced coaches where children will learn the next level skills as well as working on badges & awards. From Recreational children will be given to opportunity to progress into our Intermediate class & Advanced sector.

Open Gymnastics –

We offer one class a week for age 13-18year olds, in this class participants will have access to work individually or with a group of friends on their gymnastics skills and goals.

Squad/Competitive Gymnastics –

At Shooting Stars we are proud to be able to offer a variety of Competitive Squads, meaning multiple opportunities for various abilities and desires. Our competitive gymnasts are carefully selected by our expert team of coaches, however if your child dreams of getting on our competitive pathway then please speak to one of our coaches so we are able to work for that specific progression. To find out more, please click here.

What does my child need to wear to their gymnastics lessons?

Pre-School: Leggings or jogging bottoms with a t-shirt.

Beginner Girls: Leggings or jogging bottoms with a t-shirt or a gymnastics leotard (cycling shorts/leggings may be worn over the top of leotards).
Beginner Boys: Jogging bottoms or shorts with a t-shirt.

Recreational & above: Gymastics leotard (cycling shorts/leggings may be worn over the top of leotards).

Who are the gymnastics classes taught by?
At Shooting Stars we have a team of experienced, passionate & qualified coaches. Our coaches have not only been coaching the sport for many years, but have expert knowledge and experiences of competing as high level gymnasts themselves.
All our classes are taught by our dedicated team of coaches, who are all:
•British Gymnastics qualified
•DBS checked
•Safeguarding & welfare trained
•First aid trained
•Our head coach was trained by former 1988 US Olympic gymnast Brandy Johnson-Scharpf
•Enthusiastic & love gymnastics

What is the progression pathway and are their opportunities to progress if desired?
Gymnasts of school age usually start in a 55 minute Beginner class where they will learn basic fundamental gymnastics skills on all the apparatus, once gymnasts have achieved the basic skills usually within 6-12 months of joining they are then given the opportunity to progress into a Recreational class. From there gymnasts will progress into our Intermediate and Advanced sector.

Coaches also regularly assess classes for gymnasts to move into our Squad program, with a variety of competition squad’s available dependant on the child’s age & ability.

Is feedback available from my child's coach?
Our coaches are happy to discuss any feedback & questions you may have regarding your child's progression. At times our coaches may be busy before & after your child's class and may not be able to talk to you, if this is the case please feel free to email our coaches quoting your child's name & session day/time: shootingstars_gymnastics@yahoo.com

My child would like to do more gymnastics, is this possible?

It is possible for your child to attend two beginner classes in a week when starting out, this will help your child progress faster and fast track moving up to the next level. (Additional classes are at an additional cost)

Alternatively your child's coach will offer a more advanced class once they are ready to progress past the beginner level.

How often will my child be tested for their gymnastics badges?

Gymnasts are tested for their badges twice a year, and spend 4-6 weeks before the test date working on the skills needed in order to pass.

Am I able to stay & watch my child's gymnastics lesson?
Our viewing area will be available for parents to watch classes once a month, calendar dates are available on our door at the club. Our viewing policy has been put in place to benefit every child, helping them get the most out of their classes. Not only are children more focused which benefits their progression within gymnastics, it also helps strengthen confidence and independence.