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 MIGHTY MITES
3 1/4 - 4 1/2 years
Greater independence, a
sense of responsibility, social awareness and a feeling of
vulnerability are emotions frequently experienced by youngsters of this
age, all of which are addressed in this stimulating program. Our Mighty
Mites are now usually talking in full sentences, and a conversation
with a three-year-old is a wonderful experience! With greater
independence comes the ability to participate without the parent, and
our Mighty Mites are lavished with positive reinforcement for
self-reliance and following directions.
This
class is completely structured, with exhilarating activities for the
children. Strength, flexibility and agility are increased, as our
teachers introduce gymnastics skills using the safest spotting
techniques and communicating through language geared to build
self-esteem and confidence. Sensitive to peer pressure, these
three-year-olds are nurtured so tenderly and always with a
success-oriented approach. We mean it when we say there is no failure
at My Gym. Relays, more complex games, and beginning sports skills lead
to increased strength, enhanced manipulative ability and improved
hand-eye coordination. Each week, our Might Mites bound through the
door in anticipation of the excitement their new class program will
hold.
 WHIZ KIDS
4 1/2 - 6 years
These
children are now ready to refine and master basic gross motor skills
such as running, jumping, hopping, skipping, throwing, kicking and
catching. Designed to ready a child for group sports and instill a
sense of confidence in connection with physical activity, our Whiz Kids
program emphasizes each of these important skills.
A
4-year-old is extremely aware of his social environment and comprehends
the idea of being good at something. My Gym creates the perfect setting
to nurture little egos and help children thrive. While building
strength, balance, agility, flexibility and coordination, our
instructors maintain a positive, supportive and noncompetitive
atmosphere. Our Whiz Kids are showered with praise as they develop
perseverance and self-control.
As
with each age group at My Gym, this class is packed full of activities
to engage and challenge. Constant movement and a healthy balance
between building skill and having fun is the key. A child who finds joy
in physical activity and sports at this age is much more likely to
remain active and benefit from a healthy lifestyle. Our Whiz Kids
develop skills that will last a lifetime.
 CHAMPIONS
6 - 8 years
This is the first age
group at My Gym where perfecting form and mastering sports and
gymnastics skills become priorities. The children learn to work hard
and to work toward a goal. As with all our older classes, the Champions
program is fast-paced and completely structured with organized
ingredients throughout the hour. Our program philosophy is that of
teaching these children important physical skills in an environment
that is emotionally safe, supportive and noncompetitive.
It
is often the case that, concurrent with their enrollment at My Gym, our
Champions are involved in organized sports in parks and schools or are
studying dance or martial arts. This class introduces a wide range of
physical skills and cooperative group activities in preparation for
these outside endeavors. To the same end, emphasis is placed on effort,
diligence and a spirit of camaraderie, as our Champions are taught the
meaning of fair play and teamwork.
This
class program provides the best atmosphere for a child to become
confident about his/her physical abilities. It is challenging but never
demoralizing. The motivating factor for children’s participation
in sports and other physical activities should be their enjoyment;
succeeding in the skills presented in this program makes those
experiences pleasurable. Our exceptionally low student-to-teacher ratio
allows our members to reach their full potential, as each child is
coached according to his/her own skill level.
 CARDIO KIDS
7 - 13 years
Inactivity and obesity in
children between the ages of 6 and 16 is in epidemic proportions, and
countless numbers of adolescents have never enjoyed or experienced
success in sports or other physical activities. Furthermore, children
in this age group are spending 50% of their free time on computers and
video games. My Gym Children’s Fitness Center is attacking the
situation head on! s
My
Gym has created a program that combines a cardio workout with strength
and flexibility exercises. Endurance and gross motor skills are
increased through a series of exciting and ever-changing activities. As
we focus on specific muscle groups, utilize a 4-station
circuit-training course and add fun nutritional tips, our goal is to
instill health and fitness as a way of life. Our program is demanding
but emotionally supportive. We challenge each member to work to his/her
full capability, while still maintaining the building of confidence and
self-esteem as our highest priority. Both the athletically inclined
child and the sedentary child will benefit greatly from My Gym’s
Cardio Kids program.
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