The Wee Gym offers a recreational gymnastics programs that is based on the CanGym program, a nation wide program created by Gymnastics Canada that focuses on skill development and introductory gymnastics. The Wee Gym Coaches are trained and follow the Gymnastics Canada approved National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP).
Gymnastics is the foundation of all sports. Through gymnastics your child will develop coordination, balance, flexibility, agility and strength that they will carry with them through all other physical activities throughout their life. Through gymnastics your child will also increase self-esteem and self-confidence.
Blue Balancers (3 years)
Our Blue Balancers program is an introductory to independent gymnastics for 3 year old children. This class is an independent/parent supported class, and it is the first step in having your little gymnast become more independent. For the first few classes, parents will be required to come into the class and assist until their little one becomes familiar with the structure of the class. Our Blue Balancers program focuses on developing listening and cooperative skills, motor skill development, strength, coordination and builds confidence. We learn these skills by having fun on the gymnastics equipment, completing obstacle courses that emphasize climbing, hanging, jumping, running, and rolling in a fun and safe environment.
Purple Performers (4-5 years)
Our Purple Performers class is our second level introductory gymnastics class and designed for children aged 4-5 year olds. This class focuses on developing fundamental gymnastics skills (landings, locomotion, springs, swings rotations, stationary positions and object manipulation) by incorporating learning activities for cognitive development that supports independence and builds confidence. Children work on developing their gross and fine motor skills as well as listening and cooperative skills. Our Purple Performers class is structured just enough to get your little one ready for the structure of school. In this class, children will learn the basic gymnastics skills on bars, beam, floor, and vault, as well as strength and flexibility.
Sliver Superstars (6 years)
Our Sliver Superstars class is designed for our 6 year olds that focuses and builds on developing fundamental gymnastics skills (landings, locomotion, springs, swings rotations, stationary positions and object manipulation) by incorporating learning activities for cognitive development that supports independence and builds confidence. Our Silver Superstars will start The Wee Gym CanGym program, a nationally recognized program based on the three philosophical pillars for all recreational activities, fun, fitness and fundamentals. This class introduces the proper skills progression for fundamental gymnastics to ensure a safe, energetic, and fun experience and focuses on skills performed on bars, beam, floor, and vault, as well as developing strength and flexibility. Students will progress at their own pace through a variety of exercises to achieve gymnastics skill and confidence.
Fuchsia Flippers (7-12 years)
Our Fuchsia Flippers class is designed for children 7-12 years old who are new to gymnastics or who are returning after a break. It focuses and builds on developing fundamental gymnastics skills (landings, locomotion, springs, swings rotations, stationary positions and object manipulation) by incorporating learning activities for cognitive development that supports independence and builds confidence. Our Fuchsia Flippers will start The Wee Gym CanGym program, a nationally recognized program based on the three philosophical pillars for all recreational activities, fun, fitness and fundamentals. This class introduces the proper skills progression for fundamental gymnastics to ensure a safe, energetic, and fun experience and focuses on skills performed on bars, beam, floor, and vault, as well as developing strength and flexibility. Gymnast will progress at their own pace through a variety of exercises to achieve gymnastics skill and confidence.
Aqua Aerials Level I (7-12 years)
Our Aqua Aerials level 1 class, is designed for our 7-12 years olds, who have completed either the Silver Superstars or Fuchsia Flippers program. Our gymnast will work on more intermediate gymnastics skills and focus on proper body positions and form as well as strength conditioning and flexibility. Gymnast will progress at their own pace through a variety of exercises to achieve gymnastics skill and confidence.
Tumbling
Our Tumbling class is available by invite only. Gymnasts invited to register for this class must have been previously registered for The Wee Gym in had completed either the Fuchsia Flippers or Silver Superstars class. Gymnast must also be able to perform a cartwheel, bridge, handstand and a variety of rolls. Gymnasts must also show an extreme interest in tumbling. The Turquoise Tumblers class will focus on building strong foundational techniques and making technical improvements. This class will focus on handstands, cartwheels, bridges, rolls, walkovers, and progressions for handsprings and walk overs. Gymnasts will learn skills on the spring floor and low beam.
