Gymnastics
The Madison Area YMCA is proud to offer a complete gymnastics program. All classes are held in the gymnastics center, a dedicated space which includes a spring floor, Tumble Trak, pits, vault, bars, beams, and much more!
The staff at the YMCA follows the USAG/Xcel Gymnastics guidelines for teaching all levels of gymnasts, with safety and fun as our priority. All Instructors coach children on all events, incorporating body awareness and control, flexibility, strengthening, conditioning, and safety knowledge into all lessons.
EXCITING NEWS THIS FALL! The Gymnastics Program Has Been Fully Revamped!
We’re excited to launch an enhanced gymnastics experience this fall, featuring updated class structures, improved instruction, and more opportunities for every athlete to grow and succeed. Your child will benefit from a more focused and engaging path toward skill development, confidence, and fun.
Starting with the Fall 2025 session, Novice and Intermediate levels will be combined at the time of enrollment. During the first two weeks of class, coaches will evaluate all gymnasts to ensure each child is placed in the level that best supports their individual progress. Final placements will be shared before Late Fall registration, allowing families to plan confidently for the next session.
Questions? Don't hesitate to get in touch with Gymnastics Director Christina Lopez or Associate Director of Gymnastics, Y Ninja Gym & Y Competitions, Jackie Morris-Estrada.
Preschool Programs
Mini Gymnastics & Me (Crawling–3 yrs) – 45 minutes
Formerly “Gymnastics & Me”
A fun, adult-child open-play class that encourages children and their grown-ups to explore movement together. Climbing, crawling, and tumbling activities are guided by coaches. Circle time songs and parachute play are included.
Tiny Tumblers & Me
(2.5–4 yrs) – 45 minutes
Formerly “Jolly Jumper & Me”
A structured adult-child class focused on building strength, coordination, and confidence. This class lays the foundation for independent participation.
Preschool Prep Gymnastics (3–4 yrs) – 45 minutes
Formerly “Kinder Gym”
An independent class for toilet-trained children ready to participate on their own. It emphasizes balance, coordination, and foundational gymnastics skills.
Developmental Gymnastics Programs
Novice Gymnastics – 55 minutes
Little or no prior experience. Focus on foundational skills for vault, bars, beam, and floor.
• Kinder Division (Ages 5–6) – Formerly “Rollers”
• Junior Division (Ages 7–8) – Formerly “Wheelers”
Intermediate Gymnastics – 55 minutes
Designed for gymnasts ready to move beyond the basics. Emphasis on technique, strength, and flexibility.
• Kinder Division (Ages 5–6)
• Junior Division (Ages 7–8)
• Youth Division (Ages 9+)– Formerly “Kippers”
Advanced Gymnastics Programs
Invitation only – for athletes demonstrating skill mastery, focus, and passion.
• Kinder Division (Ages 5–6) – Coming Late Fall 2025
• Junior Division (Ages 7–8) – Formerly “Rising Rosettes”
• Youth Division (Ages 9+) – Formerly “Advanced Gymnastics”
Rosettes Gymnastics Team
The Madison Area YMCA Rosettes are a competitive nationally ranked gymnastics team. Nationally ranked in the top 10 for more than 30 years, the team is comprised of gymnasts ages 5 -18 years old. The Rosettes practices grace, strength, poise, teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Program Guidelines
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Private Lessons
For questions related to private gymnastics lessons, please contact Associate Director, Gymnastics, Y Ninja Gym & Competitions Jackie Morris-Estrada.