TUMBLING & TRAMPOLINE
The sport of Trampoline & Tumbling is for every child who loves to run, jump and have fun. Physical benefits include speed, strength, balance and special awareness. But the real value is in the mental benefits such as confidence, discipline and attention to detail. Unlike gymnastics, Trampoline & Tumbling appeals to a wide variety of body styles and requires considerably less training time, even at the top levels.
STARS AND STRIPES TUMBLING 'N TRAMPOLINE CURRICULUM
Our Stars and Stripes curriculum is based on the USAG tumbling and trampoline program as well as our 25 years of teaching gymnastics to children. The Stars and Stripes curriculum is designed to provide a non-competitive, achievement oriented program of progressive skills, conditioning and flexibility. For the more advanced and serious student we offer USAG boys and girls tumbling and trampoline teams.
SAFETY
Like any other sport, Trampoline & Tumbling is safe only when taught in a progressive manner by knowledgeable instructors in a safe environment.
GOALS
American Gymnastics Academy primary goal is to cultivate self-esteem and life skills that the children can take with themn after their years at AGA.
WHAT TO WEAR
Girls wear a leotard or shorts and a T-shirt, tucked in. Boys wear shorts and a T-shirt, tucked in. For tumbling, bare feet are best. Hair should be pulled back for safety as long hair interferes with rolling, somersaulting and twisting skills. Please no gum or jewelry.