Understanding the reflexes that are the building blocks for all perceptual motor development, our lesson plans are age and ability specific. KinderGym, KinderStars, NewStars, MiniStars, and SuperStars classes promote improved kinesthetic awareness (body and space); loco motor skills, balance, hand/eye, and foot/eye coordination as well as communication and social skills.

This is a parent participation class in which our instructors guide the parents on how to help their children to properly use our Gymnastics equipment safely and effectively. Individual movement exploration, guided discovery, and minimal organized activities are included in the curriculum of perceptive motor development for toddlers. Additional benefits include the opportunity to socialize with other children of the same age, learning to share, and following simple directions.

A parent participation class for 3 year old students that still may need the security of a parent. Designed for the child that is working on separation or being able to focus on the instructor, slightly more structured than KynderGym but not yet an independent class. Transitional class with the goal of having the child participate independently by the end of the session.

This is our first level of structured gymnastics without parent participation. This class emphasizes fundamental gymnastics positions and basic skills on all gymnastics apparatus and floor exercise as well as gross motor activities, games, and individual movement explorations, emphasizing social as well as physical development.

Gross and fine motor skill activities, cooperative games, and individual movement exploration are the emphasis at this level with fundamental recreational gymnastics skills on all apparatus and floor exercise. The teachers encourage problem solving and creative thinking as the children begin longer skill combinations and cooperative work.

Gymnastics skills, flexibility, and strength development are emphasized at this level. Continued work on problem solving, creative thinking, social and language skills are also incorporated in the class in order to help prepare the student for classroom settings.

As the student matures, and the development of their tactile and physical strength improves, more complex gymnastic skills can be introduced. Level I through VIII class are fitness oriented in a gymnastics specific curriculum. Encouraging lifelong physical and mental well-being along with the development of gymnastics skills is our goal for all students. Gymnastics provides unparalleled challenges for the body, the mind, and the spirit. By meeting these challenges, children continue their development toward becoming confident, fit, and able adults.

No prior experience is necessary for this 50-minuute class. Class stresses coordination, strength development, and basic gymnastic skill progressions on all appropriate Olympic apparatus.

Prior experience is encouraged but not required for this 50-minute class. Prerequisite skills include forward and backward rolls, cartwheel, and kick over on bars.

Progressive skills on all Olympic events, as well as explanations of technique and biomechanics. prerequisite skills include three-second handstand, round-off, back bend to bridge, cartwheel, 120 degree split, and back hip circle on bars.

A loosely structured class designed for recreational athletes, former competitive gymnasts, and any adults interested in the sport of gymnastics. For vaulters, divers, cheerleaders, cross athletes, or any adult looking to work on tumbling skills, acrobatics, gymnastic apparatus skills, etc.

Prerequisite skills include forward & backward rolls, handstand, cartwheel round off, and walkovers. A class for students of all ages interested in tumbling and acrobatic skills only. No apparatus work is included in this class other than occasional Tumbl-Trak exercises.

A parent participation class for children with special needs who would like to explore the world of gymnastics in a safe and nurturing environment. The class will be lead by an instructor who will guide the parents on how to help their children use the gymnastics equipment safely and effectively. Physician's permission slip required for all diagnosed special needs. Please feel free to talk to our staff if this program would be appropriate for your child.

The curriculum for this program is iriculum for this program is individualized for each student according to his/her needs and desires.

Menlo Park Gymnastics Center offers our facility and staff for Birthday Parties! games, organized activities, and free playtime are scheduled for children of all ages. Parents are able to sit and relax while our professional staff entertains the celebrants. Parties are offered at 4:00 or 5:00p.m. on Saturdays Noon on Tuesdays and Fridays (great for pre-schoolers), or anytime on the hour from 10:00-4:00 on Sundays. All day and time reservations should be made at least three weeks in advance if possible.