GYMNASTICS AT TOBY WELLS YMCA
A gymnastics journey that grows with you
Welcome to Toby Wells 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.
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 mpino@ymcasd.org.
Need help registering? Call (858) 496 9622 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.
Hot shots
ages 3-5 years
This class is for gymnasts who are ready for more challenging skills but are too young to move to recreational levels.
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+
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.
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.
Hot shots GYMNASTICS
Hot shots | Ages 3-5
Hotshots 2* | Ages 3-5
Gymnasts ages 3-5 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.
*Requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS
Girls recreational | Ages 5-17
Girls Beginner | Ages 5-17
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 5-17
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 6-17
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 6-17
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.
Girls Advanced Noncompetitive | Ages 6-17
Female gymnasts that have successfully completed all recreational level skills and want to keep progressing through more advanced skills without the commitment of competitions should be evaluated for this class.
*Requires prerequisites to participate in the class. Speak with YMCA gymnastics staff for details.
Boys Recreational | Ages 5-17
Boys Beginner | Ages 5-17
Male gymnasts increase confidence and strength as they develop proper technique for a strong foundation to build on utilizing equipment such as vault, rings, floor and p-bar.
Boys Level 1* | Ages 5-17
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 6-17
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.
*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.
Advanced Tumbling | Ages 6-17
Advanced tumbling students work on front tumbling and multiple trick skills and combinations. Tumblers refine their skills while adding multiple back handsprings, back handspring to a back tuck, back handspring to a layout, and a layout full twist. Coach evaluation is required.
Beginner Parkour | Ages 5-17
Our parkour classes teach skills like vaulting, precision’s, flips, climbing techniques and more. These skills are used together to move through all sorts of environments. Students learn to break down more complex movements and concepts into more simple steps for progress. Not only does this condition the body to adapt, but also trains the mind to look at the physical world in a whole new way
Homeschool PE | Ages 8-16
Get moving with a fun, active PE class designed specifically for homeschool students! This 55-minute class combines gymnastics, parkour, climbing, strength and conditioning, and group games to create a well-rounded physical education experience. Participants will build strength, coordination, balance, agility, endurance and confidence while exploring a variety of activities throughout our gymnastics center, including our climbing wall and ropes. Classes are designed to keep kids and teens active, challenged and engaged in a positive and supportive environment. No prior gymnastics, parkour or climbing experience is required.
Cheer | Ages 5-12
Cheer-Dance is a dynamic combination of cheerleading moves and stylish dance. We will learn a variety of high energy routines performed to fun music. Group formations and individual expression will have you feeling like a professional cheerleader.
NEW 8 week cheer-dance program that includes elements of cheer, dance and tumbling for youth ages 5-12! Each class lasts 55 minutes. Youth will perform at YMCA soccer games at Toby Wells YMCA. Cheer uniforms not included.
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 Team Director Scotlyn Price at sprice@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 Team Director Scotlyn Price at sprice@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 Team Director Scotlyn Price at sprice@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. Please note: Children must be walking independently to participate.
Adult open gym | Ages 16+
Open Gym is a time for gymnasts of all ages to jump, tumble, explore and practice their training outside of class. This is a great environment to meet new friends while working on new skills and enjoy the sport of gymnastics.
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.
