GYMNASTICS AT THE DAN MCKINNEY FAMILY YMCA
A gymnastics journey that grows with you
Welcome to Dan McKinney Family YMCA gymnastics — a place to grow, from your very first class to your final year on the competitive team. Toddlers, teens and adults alike 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.
Dan Mckinney Family YMCA
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 mbradley@ymcasd.org.
Need help registering? Call (858) 453 3483 for support.
Browse By Class Type
preschool
ages 18 months-4 years
Our preschool gymnastics classes give your child are a great way to introduce your child to developing listening, balance and motor skills.
recreational
ages 5-17
Kids to learn gymnastics, build confidence and make new friends with private, semi-private or group gymnastics programs.
Specialty
ages 3-17
We offer unique and dynamic ways for athletes to develop strength, coordination and creativity beyond traditional gymnastics.
competitive
ages 6+
Meet Power TeamGym — our competitive team where gymnasts build strength and confidence while competing against private clubs and YMCAs countywide.
open gym
ages 1-12
Open Gym is a time for gymnasts to jump tumble, explore and practice their training outside of class.
Birthday parties
ages 3-12
Enjoy the gym with our gymnastics coaches leading safe activities then celebrate with presents and food in a separate party space!
PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS
Parent/Child | Ages 18 months - 2.9 years
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 through various skill-focused rotations and free playtime.
Preschool | 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
RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS
Coed Beginner | Ages 5-17
Gymnasts increase strength and confidence while developing a strong foundation to learn safe skills, while utilizing equipment such as tumble track, bars, beam, vault and floor.
Coed Level 1 | Ages 5-17
Gymnasts progressing through level 1 continue to explore vault, bars, beam and floor equipment to increase comfort, familiarity as well as skill and technique. Please note: requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
Coed Level 2 | Ages 6-17
Gymnasts are introduced to intermediate strength training techniques and should be able to safely perform all beginner-level skills on equipment and floor routines while expanding technique. Please note: requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
Coed Level 3 | Ages 6-17
Gymnasts in this progressive class should be able to sufficiently follow routine and choreography, establishing confidence and efficiency on gymnastics equipment and floor exercises while working towards advancing. Please note: requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
SPECIALTY GYMNASTICS
Little Ninjas | Ages 3-5
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.
Intermediate Parkour | Ages 6-17
Our coaches will focus on advanced drills and each class will emphasize learning proper techniques and increasing strength, confidence and flexibility. Students will learn how to run, vault, flip, climb, and roll over obstacles. The goal of these classes will be to teach students how to safely maneuver through their environment in a fun and creative way. Coach evaluation required.
competitive gymnastics
Power TeamGym | Ages 6+
TeamGym focuses on equipment such as floor, mini-trampoline and vault. This program helps gymnasts develop floor routines consisting of tumbling passes and partner tricks and allows participation at the competitive level.
TeamGym is a year-round program | Please email Melina Bradley at mbradley@ymcasd.org for more information.
OPEN GYM
Preschool Open Gym | Ages 1-5
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 Open Gym | Ages 5-12
No parents or caretakers are allowed in the gym. As our coaches will supervise multiple kids enjoying free play time, we do not provide spotting or class structure. The registration is for the specific day and time listed. Please register under your child’s name.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
Gymnastics Parties | Ages 3-12
A gymnastics party at the YMCA includes one of our staff leading your partiers through an hour of age-appropriate games and activities like the gymnastics obstacle course!
REFUND POLICY
Our refund policy is as follows:
- 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.
