gymnastics at mcgrath family ymca
A gymnastics journey that grows with you
Welcome to McGrath 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.
Mcgrath 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 mridens@ymcasd.org.
Need help registering? Call (619) 462-9622 for support.
Browse By Class Type
preschool
ages 18 months-5 years
Our preschool gymnastics classes give your child are a great way to introduce your child to developing listening, balance and motor skills.
hot shots
ages 3-7 years
This class is for gymnasts who are ready for more challenging skills but are too young to move to recreational levels.
recreational
ages 3-16
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+
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.
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.
Transitional Parent/Child | Ages 2.5 - 4 years
A bridge from Parent/Child classes to preschool gymnastics, with a caregiver still by their side. Kids build confidence and independence while learning trampoline, bars, beam and floor skills — using obstacle courses, parachutes and songs to develop balance, coordination, strength and motor skills.
Preschool | Ages 3-5 years
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
Hot shots GYMNASTICS
Hot shots | Ages 3-7 years
Hot Shots 1* | Ages 3-6
This class is for gymnasts who are ready for more challenging skills but are too young to move to recreational levels. Skills taught in this class are based on Beginner and Level 1 skills.
Hot Shots 2* | Ages 3-6
Gymnasts will expand on skills learned in Preschool Gymnastics. Children that already achieved all required skills, can continue working on more challenging skills and preparing for higher level recreational programming, once they reach age and skills requirement.
Hot Shots 3* | Ages 5-7
This fast-paced class prepares participants for recreational gymnastics, allowing participants to explore vault, bars and beam equipment while enhancing technical skills.
*Requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS
Girls recreational | Ages 5-16
Girls Beginner | Ages 5-12
Female gymnasts learn proper technique, developing a strong foundation and increasing confidence and strength while utilizing equipment such as tumble track, bars, beam, vault and floor.
Girls Level 1* | Ages 5-16
Female gymnasts continue to explore vault, bars, beam and floor equipment to increase comfort, familiarity, skill and technique while progressing through level 1.
Girls Level 2* | Ages 6-16
Female gymnasts should be able to safely perform all beginner-level skills on equipment and floor routines while working to expand technique as well as introducing intermediate strength training techniques.
Girls Level 3* | Ages 6-16
Female gymnasts should be able to adequately follow routine and choreography, demonstrating confidence and efficiency on gymnastics equipment and floor exercises in this progressive class while working towards advancing.
*Requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
Boys Recreational | Ages 6-16
Boys Level 1* | Ages 6-16
Male gymnasts progressing through level 1 continue to explore vault, rings, floor, bars and p-bars equipment to increase comfort, familiarity, as well as skill and technique.
Boys Level 2* | Ages 6-16
Male 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.
Boys Level 3* | Ages 6-16
Male gymnasts in this advanced class should be able to sufficiently follow routine and choreography, demonstrating confidence and efficiency on gymnastics equipment and floor exercises while working towards advancing.
*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 Tumbling | Ages 7-17
Intermediate tumbling students will build on skills, strength and flexibility gained in beginning tumbling. Students will be taught back handsprings in staged progressions, utilizing specialized equipment and develop a strong round off rebound. Conditioning emphasis is placed on shoulder and back flexibility as well as leg strength which is all needed to progress through curriculum. Coach evaluation required.
*Requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
COMPETITIVE GYMNASTICS
Pre-team | ages 6+
Pre-Team is the first step into competitive gymnastics — gymnasts learn routines for every event and get real competition experience at our Y-League meets against other YMCA Pre-Teams, building the foundation to join our Competitive Team.
Coach Invite Required | Please email Coordinator Mikah Olsen at mjolsen@ymcasd.org for more information.
Competitive Team | USAG Junior Olympics | Ages 6+
Our Junior Olympics program (Levels 3–10) offers two paths: compulsory, where gymnasts master standardized USA Gymnastics routines to build a strong foundation, and optional, where more advanced gymnasts perform unique routines on each event. This is a year-round commitment requiring auto-pay tuition, with competition fees and uniforms as additional costs.
Coach Invite Required | Please email Coordinator Mikah Olsen at mjolsen@ymcasd.org for more information.
Xcel | Ages 6+
The Xcel program has five levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum and Diamond. Girls compete at the level that matches their skill set. Participation on the Xcel team is a year-round commitment. Competition fees and uniforms are an additional cost.
Coach Invite Required | Please email Coordinator Mikah Olsen at mjolsen@ymcasd.org for more information.
OPEN GYM
Preschool open gym | Ages 1-6
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 7-11
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.
teen/adult open gym | Ages 11+
Open gym for teens and adults (competitive team members may also practice their skills). Coaches supervise free play time but don’t provide spotting or class structure. Registration is for the specific day/time listed, and all participants must have a waiver on file.
*Adults can participate but not spot or coach children.
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
- 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.
