DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMS
SESSION DATES AND FEES
Fall 2023 - Now Registering!
Session Length: 12 weeks
Cost: 55 min/wk- $396 (billed in two payments of $198)
85 min/wk- $594 (billed in two payments of $297)
115 min/wk- $698 (billed in two payments of $349)
Class Dates: Monday Sep 18-Dec 11 -No class Oct 9
Tuesday Sept 19- Dec 5
Wednesday Sept 20 -Dec 6
Thursday Sept 21 -Dec 7
Saturday Sept 23 -Dec 9
Sunday Adult class date T.B.D.
Athletes will be charged 50% of the class fee at time of booking with the balance being charged halfway through the session.
Classes run once per week. Athletes select one day and time when registering and stick with that selection for the duration of the session. Choices include Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Saturday.
Registrations from previous sessions do not carry over. Anyone wishing to participate in the Fall 2023 session will need to register. We strongly suggest registering as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
In order to avoid crowds, we have a no spectator policy in effect at the gym, however we will offer a Parent Viewing Day each session where parents will be allowed into the gym to watch class and take photos.
Please remember to send your athlete with a LARGE gym bag that can hold all of their personal belongings.
Drop-off is at the main doors and pick up is at the south doors (beam area)
There are no refunds, credits or make-ups for missed classes A class credit will not be issued for classes missed due to travel or social activities. A class credit may be issued with a doctor's certificate at the discretion of the club. Class credits cannot be converted to refunds.
No trials or make ups are permitted during this session. In the event of a lockdown any remaining paid classes will switch to virtual (to a maximum of 6 weeks). There will be no refunds or credits offered if a lockdown is required.
R.H.G.C. cannot cancel classes due to inclement weather
A note on parking- Please do not park in the lot directly south of our building as the owners there will have vehicles tagged and towed.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
Class schedule and age groupings subject to change based on coach availability and registrations received.
ABOUT DEVELOPMENTAL GYMNASTICS at R.H.G.C.
Developmental gymnasts have fun and work hard, with an ultimate goal of developing strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and gymnastics skills, all while making new friends. As a sport that is both mental and physical, gymnastics not only offers opportunities for your child to progress physically, but also mentally through increased self-esteem, confidence, and social skills.
Please note that all of our programs have been adjusted to reflect strong health and safety standards and to respect physical distancing. Please review our COVID tab for further information
What to bring…
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Gym bag with large Ziploc or grocery bag for shoes
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Come dressed for class.
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A labelled water bottle
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Personal hand sanitizer
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masking is optional for all staff and athletes
Some notes…
At this point in time, you should have already accepted our FLU and COVID-19 policies. The following information outlines our protocols for keeping our athletes and coaches safe. Please be sure you are educated on our policies to promote a safe and fun training experience. Please do not come to class if you are experiencing any symptoms of FLU or COVID-19.
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Athletes are to be dropped off at the front door. No spectators will be allowed in the gym.
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Athletes must come changed.
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Athletes will sanitize upon entering the facility.
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Outdoor shoes and any additional clothes will be placed in their gym bags.
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Washroom taps / toilets will be sanitized frequently during training.
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We are asking that no food be brought into the facility at this time.
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At the end of training athletes will be picked up at the south door by the balance beams.
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The entire facility will be cleaned at the end of the training sessions
PROGRAM OVERVIEWS
CO-ED KINDERGYM
Boys and girls
In our co-ed kindergym program, children will start learning fundamental skills such as running, jumping, climbing, swinging, rolling and locomotion. Basic skills introduced may include front and back rolls, cartwheels and handstands on the floor, and various shape jumps on trampoline. Athletes will also begin walking and jumping on beam, swinging on the bars, and learning basic vault progressions. This program will be very beneficial for your childs motor skills, social skills, and encourages positive self-esteem.
JUNIOR CO-ED
5-7 years old
Our junior co-ed program continues to build upon the body positions and dominant movement patterns essential to the sport of gymnastics. Gymnasts use: vault, bars, beam, floor, trampoline, rings, parallel bars and tumble track to learn basic skills and to train strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
SENIOR CO-ED
7.5+
In our senior co-ed program, athletes continue to build upon the body positions and dominant movement patterns essential to the sport of gymnastics. Gymnasts use the vault, bars, beam, floor, trampoline, high bar, parallel bars, mushroom, rings, pommel horse and tumble track to learn basic skills and to train strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. At this age, gymnasts are likely to be working on handstands, cartwheels, round-offs, walkovers, and handsprings, to name a few. Our NCCP certified coaches will always work at your child's skill level.
TEEN CO-ED
11+ years old
In our senior co-ed program, athletes continue to build upon the body positions and dominant movement patterns essential to the sport of gymnastics. Gymnasts use the vault, bars, beam high bar, floor, parallel bars, pommel horse, mushroom, rings, trampoline, and tumble track to learn basic skills and to train strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. At this age, some more advanced skills are likely to be introduced. Our NCCP certified coaches will always work at your child's skill level.
Developmental Team
*Advanced programs
In our advanced co-ed program, athletes continue to build upon the body positions and dominant movement patterns essential to the sport of gymnastics and competitive programs. Gymnasts use the vault, bars, beam, floor, rings, pommel horse, high bar, parallel bars, trampoline, and tumble track to improve their skill set and to train strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. At this level, gymnasts will be developing skills such as press to handstand, and working tumbling passes including round-offs, walkovers, and handsprings, to name a few. Many athletes at this level are also starting to learn saltos and aerials. Our NCCP certified coaches will always work at your child's skill level.
HOLIDAYS
We do not run training on the following days:
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Thanksgiving
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Winter Break / Christmas Break
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Family Day
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March Break
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Victoria Day
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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What if I join late? No problem, fees will be pro-rated
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Are there any additional fees? No, all fees include HST and Gymnastics Ontario registration fees.
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Do you offer refunds? There are no refunds permitted once programs have started.
FIND US
475 Edward Ave, Unit 12
Richmond Hill ON, L4C 5E5
richmondhillgymnastics@bellnet.ca
TEL: 905-884-6175
FAX: 905-884-2531
OFFICE HOURS
Summer Office Hours
Monday 2:00 - 8:00 pm
Tuesday 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Wednesday 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 pm
Friday - Sunday Closed
