RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS FOR SCHOOL AGE GIRLS & BOYS

Why take gymnastics?  GAGE is dedicated to improving children's fitness and teaching them the importance of good health, all in a fun positive atmosphere. Besides being one of the most exciting and fulfilling of all sports, gymnastics help shape the whole person.  This is a sport that develops physical discipline, and self confidence. 

Study after study confirms that kids involved in sports, including gymnastics, are more likely to stay away from drugs, score higher on achievement tests, stay in  school, have greater self-esteem, and live a healthier lifestyle. Show me a child in a healthy athletic environment and I'll show you a child developing coordination, inter- personal relationship skills, perseverance,  discipline, commitment, humor, perspective, teamwork, humility, and leadership.  And the kids think they're just having FUN!

Recreational Gymnastics Curriculum:  Our new and improved school-age gym- nastics curriculum is based on the USAG Jr. Olympic Program, as well as our 28 years of experience teaching gymnastics to children.  The school-age recreational
curriculum is designed to provide a non-competitive, achievement-oriented program
of progressive skills, conditioning, and flexibility.

Our Teachers are specially selected and trained to safely bring out the best in each child by encouraging each child to exceed their perceived limitations.  Monthly lesson plans are developed by the recreational director and men's team coach, Wally Meierarend.  He's the Missouri State Director for Men's Gymnastics and has been with GAGE 20 years.

What to wear to class: Girls should wear a leotard.  Boys should wear a T-shirt & gym shorts.  Warm-up suits or sweats are fine for cooler weather.  Bare feet.  No loose or baggy clothing, No jewelry, Long hair should be tied back, No Gum.