gymnastics at escondido ymca - a campus for community well-being
A gymnastics journey that grows with you
Welcome to Escondido YMCA – A Campus for Community Well-Being (formerly Palomar Family YMCA) — a place to grow, from your very first class to your final year on the competitive team. Toddlers through teens build strength, confidence and coordination in a supportive, skill-focused environment. Our classes follow USA Gymnastics levels and progressions, so every gymnast has a clear path forward — from that first cartwheel all the way to advanced tumbling and team competition.
escondido ymca - a campus for community well-being
Registering for Classes
We have standardized our gymnastics curriculum and classes to support a clear path to advance in our programs. If you’re unsure which class is best for your gymnast, please email dwavrik@ymcasd.org.
Need help registering? Call (858) 484-8788 for support.
Browse By Class Type
preschool
ages 1-5
Our preschool gymnastics classes give your child are a great way to introduce your child to developing listening, balance and motor skills.
recreational
ages 5-15
Kids to learn gymnastics, build confidence and make new friends with private, semi-private or group gymnastics programs.
clinics
all ages
Specialty
ages 3-17
We offer unique and dynamic ways for athletes to develop strength, coordination and creativity beyond traditional gymnastics.
competitive
ages 6+
Gymnasts build strength and confidence on our competitive team while competing against private clubs and YMCAs countywide.
open gym
all ages
Open Gym is a time for gymnasts of all ages to jump tumble, explore and practice their training outside of class.
PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS
Parent/Child GYMNASTICS | AGES 1-2
Accompanied by a caregiver, children learn to be comfortable in a gymnasium setting while setting the stage for a healthy lifestyle. This safe, fun and supportive environment enhances motor development and eye-hand coordination allowing your child to develop both physical and mental skills through various skill-focused rotations and free playtime.
PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS | AGES 3-4
Preschoolers build confidence in this independent class, learning trampoline, bars, beam and floor skills while following a coach’s direction. Obstacle courses, parachutes and songs make skill-focused rotations fun while developing balance, coordination, flexibility and strength. Please note: children must be able to separate from a caregiver for this class.
PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS | AGES 4-5
Older preschoolers build confidence in this independent class. Basic gymnastics skills are learned on trampoline, bars, beam and floor while following a coach’s direction. They will continue developing balance, coordination, flexibility and strength. Please note: children must be able to separate from a caregiver for this class.
RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS
GIRL'S RECREATIONAL | AGES 5-15
Girls Beginner | Ages 5-13
Introductory class for female gymnasts to learn basic gymnastics skills while developing a strong foundation and increasing confidence and strength. All olympic events will be introduced.
Girls Level 1* | Ages 5-13
An advanced beginning class for female gymnasts who have passed the skill requirements for girls beginner.
Girls Level 2* | Ages 6-15
An intermediate gymnastics class for female gymnasts who have passed the skill requirements for level 1. Emphasis on learning proper technique and increasing strength and flexibility.
Girls Advanced Non-competitive* | Ages 6-15
This level is for female gymnasts who have passed the skill requirements for level 2. This level feeds into our competitive team program while also catering to those who want to continue improving at a non-competitive level.
BOY'S RECREATIONAL | AGES 5-15
Boys Beginning/Level 1* | Ages 5-15
Introductory class for male gymnasts to explore vault, rings, floor, pommel horse and p-bars. Basic skills on all pieces of equipment will be taught.
Boys Level 2* | Ages 5-15
An intermediate class for male gymnasts who have passed the skill requirements for level 1.
Gymnastics Clinics
CLINIC SCHEDULE
Clinics are $20 for participants, members can save up to 25%!
Clinics are a great way to get extra practice on the most difficult skills needed for progression through our levels.
Clinics are every Saturday from 12:45-1:30pm.
- First Saturday of the month | Kickovers and Backwards Roll to pushup
- Second Saturday of the month | Backhandsprings | Must be enrolled in Level 2 or higher
- Third Saturday of the month | Pullovers and Backhip circles
- Fourth Saturday of the month | Cartwheels and Handstands
SPECIALTY GYMNASTICS
LITTLE NINJAS | AGES 3-6
Designed to match a preschooler’s boundless energy, introduce your little ninja to parkour while working on coordination, speed and balance while enhancing motor development and eye-hand coordination. Rotations on various gymnastic equipment teach children to run, vault, climb and roll over obstacles.
TUMBLING | AGES 7-17
Tumbling students will be taught according to their current skill level. This class enables students of various levels to improve at their own pace. Students will be taught utilizing special equipment to develop strong basics and learn more advanced skills. Conditioning and flexibility are also emphasized in this class.
COMPETITIVE GYMNASTICS
COMPETITIVE TEAM | AGES 6+
Coach Invite Required
The Junior Olympics program has two distinct competitive programs, compulsory and optional. In compulsory gymnastics, athletes perform the same routines, unique to each event. These routines were chosen by the United States Gymnastics Association to develop a strong foundation in comprehensive gymnastics basics, strength and flexibility. Optional gymnastics is more advanced and allows gymnasts to perform unique routines on each event. The Y offers Junior Olympics gymnasts competition Levels 3 – 10. Participation on the Junior Olympics team is a year-round commitment and all kids must be enrolled in auto-pay for their monthly tuition. Competition fees and uniforms are an additional cost.
Email Program Director Diane Wavrik at dwavrik@ymcasd.org for more information.
EXCEL | AGES 6+
Coach Invite Required
The Xcel program has six levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Sapphire. Girls compete at a level that matches their skill set. Participation on the Xcel team is a year-round commitment. Competition fees and uniforms are an additional cost.
Email Program Director Diane Wavrik at dwavrik@ymcasd.org for more information.
OPEN GYM
PRESCHOOL | AGES 1-5
Wednesdays: 10:00-11:00am, Saturday 1:00-2:00pm
Parent or caretaker must be within arm’s reach of their child at all times, no adults on equipment. The registration is for the specific day and time listed. Please register under your child’s name. Adults and children must have a waiver form on file.
SCHOOL AGE | AGES 5-17
Saturday 1:00-2:30pm
No parents or caretakers are allowed on the gym floor. Our coaches will provide general supervision, but do not provide spotting or class structure of any kind. Great for children to get extra practice on specific skills or just burn off energy in a fun safe environment. The registration is for the specific day and time listed. Please register under your child’s name.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Gymnastics Parties | Ages 2-12
A gymnastics party at the YMCA includes our staff leading partiers through one hours of age appropriate games and activities, including the gymnastics obstacle course and foam pit. Party is for up to 16 children (additional children may be added for an additional cost).
A separate area including tables, chairs and refrigerator access is included for a total party time of two hours. Guests will provide their own table clothes and decorations.
Parties are held Saturdays from 2:30-4:30pm. Other weekend times available by request.
REFUND POLICY
- 75% refund/voucher up to 14 days to day of party.
- 50% refund/voucher up to 7 days to day of party.
- No refund/voucher within 48 hours of party.
Why gymnastics at the Y?
At the Y, gymnastics is about more than sticking the landing. Our program creates a positive, encouraging environment where gymnasts of every age can build strength, confidence and coordination while learning what it means to work hard and support one another.
Whether it’s a toddler taking their first tumble or a teen training with our competitive team, every gymnast gets the coaching and support to keep progressing — one skill, one level, at a time.
LEARN FUNDAMENTALS
Learn proper technique and progress through each level.
GROW CONFIDENCE
Try new things in an supportive, encouraging environment.
BE A TEAMMATE
Cheer on fellow gymnasts and build camaraderie in every class.
HAVE FUN
Make friends and create great memories along the way.
MEMBERS SAVE ON Gymnastics AND MORE!
Y members can save up to 25% on gymnastics programs with select Y memberships, plus enjoy even more ways for the whole family to stay active, connect and have fun. Find the membership that’s right for you!
Our ACCESS Financial Assistance is available to help make Y programs accessible to all.
