Preschool Activity Classes (2 up to
6 years)
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| A class designed for parent-child
interaction. A structured, playful atmosphere which
offers challenges and exploration in movement skills. |
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| With an emphasis on fun, children
develop strength, coordination, and self-confidence
in a structured environment. Students are introduced
to basic gymnastics positions and terminology, using
a variety of gymnastics apparatus. |
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Gym Kids 2
(4
1/2 up to 6) |
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| While increasing their basic
skills and gymnastics vocabulary, students will continue
to develop the strength and flexibility necessary
for success in any
physical endeavor. |
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| For preschool children who
have completed the Gym Kids 1 and 2 program. |
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Recreational Classes (6-9 years; 10 and up)
OPGC follows the guidelines of the USAG Developmental Program
which encompasses Levels 1-5. Students will learn the fundamentals
of the sport with an emphasis on safety and progressions. Students
will be periodically evaluated as they continue through the
program.
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| for the beginning gymnast. |
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| Classes are 1 hour, 20 minutes. |
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| for the intermediate gymnast
who can demonstrate proficiency in selected skills. |
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| Classes are 1 hour, 20 minutes. |
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| Level 3 classes are 1 1/2
hours and Level 4/5 classes are 2 hours. Level
4/5 students must attend two classes a week. |
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| This program offers recreational
competition for girls in levels 4 and 5. All Level
4 and 5 girls are invited to participate. |
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| The season runs February
through early June (workouts begin in January)
and culminates with a State competition. |
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| USAG competition
for girls, Levels 5-10; and boys, Levels 4-6. |
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| Membership requires a year
round commitment and is by invitation only. |
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Other Gym Activities
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| A favorite with all our preschoolers,
Preschool Playtime is an open gym for children 1-5
years old. Playtimes are Wednesdays 10-11:30 am
and Fridays 1-2:30 pm, November-April. The cost
is $5, or punch cards are available (10 playtimes
for $40). All children must be accompanied and supervised
by an adult. We do not allow food or drinks of any
kind in the gym. Walk-ins welcome. |
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| Wednesdays 10-11:30 am and
Fridays 1-2:30 pm, November-April |
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| Our annual Cartwheel-A-Thon
raises funds for gymnastics equipment and team
travel. Look for information in the Park District
brochure. |
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| Students from the Gymnastics
Center perform at the Farmers’ Market in
Oak Park each summer in June and August. |
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