City of Davis

About Our Program

The City of Davis Gymnastics and Dance Center offer recreational classes for children and adults ages 1 and up! We pride ourselves in building confidence and skills needed to excel in all areas of life. Gymnastics and dance help social interactions, movement fundamentals, self esteem and develop skills to enhance other sports. Our goal is to accommodate your child to the best of our abilities regardless of their needs. We employ a highly trained staff who show a desire and love for working with youth.

A complete listing of classes and class schedules can be found in our Recreation Schedule, published three times a year (Summer, Fall, and Winter/Spring).  You can download a copy of the Recreation Schedule from our Forms & Publications page.

We are offering several new programs this fall. Learn more!

Program Overview

Preschool Classes:

DIAPER DAREDEVILS - Ages 1-2 years

This class is designed as an introduction to the world of gymnastics. This is a fun class for you and your youngster. The children will explore movement in a maze of colorful equipment with the help of you and your instructor. Parent participation is required.

CREATIVE CLIMBERS - Ages 2-3 years

Spend time with your child while enjoying a fun and colorful adventure. Through the use of obstacle courses and a variety of gymnastics equipment, your child will learn in a fun and safe environment. Caring staff encourages your child’s natural desire to explore movement. Parent participation is required.

LITTLE LEAPERS - Ages 2.5-3.5 years

As your little climber gets older they will need new challenges and this class is designed to provide these challenges. With more structure than creative climbers the children learn to focus on the instructor while still enjoying your company out on the floor. Parent participation isrequired.

TINY TUMBLERS - Ages 3-5 years

Our instructors introduce your child to gymnastics in a structured but fun environment. Your child will playfully learn gymnastics while developing strength, balance, flexibility and coordination. All skills are taught in a fun, age-appropriate environment. This is the first gymnastics class where the child participates without a parent.

JUNIOR JUMPERS - Ages 4-5 years

This is the second class in our preschool series without parent involvement. Children will continue to learn gymnastics skills in a safe and fun environment. They will start to learn harder skills and spend more time on the larger equipment. This class requires instructor consent.

FANTASTIC FLIPPERS - Ages 5-6 years

Fantastic flippers Is the third class in the preschool series. It is a unique class designed for children who have completed Junior Jumpers. Children will continue learning new gymnastics skills while working on strength, flexibility, and technique. This class requires instructor consent.

AMAZING ACROBATS - Ages 5-6 years

Amazing acrobats is the last class in the preschool series. This class is for children who have successfully completed Fantastic Flippers and are ready to develop more challenging gymnastics skills while continuing to focus on strength and flexibility. This class requires instructor consent.

School-Age Classes:

GIRLS GYMNASTICS

Our classes offer gymnastics instruction in a safe and fun environment for girls ages 6-18. The participants warm up, then practice and learn skills on vault, bars, beam, floor and tumble track. All new gymnasts need to start in Level A. We follow the USA Gymnastics program for teaching. Girls will have an opportunity to learn new skills, make friends and gain increased self-esteem. All participants have a skill card to keep track of their progress in the class. Typically it takes more then one session for a child to complete a level. When your child has completed a level, you will receive her skill card in the mail. All classes Levels B-5 are by instructor consent only.

BOYS GYMNASTICS

Our gymnastics classes offer gymnastics instruction, strength and body control in a safe and fun environment for boys ages 6-12. Participants learn and practice skills on the floor, bars, vault, rings and pommel horse. All new gymnasts need to sign-up for Level A. All participants in Level A and up will have a skill card that will keep track of their progress in the class Once your child has completed a level they will receive their skill card in the mail. Levels B and C are by consent only.

Dance Classes:

ME AND MY SHADOW - Ages 2-3 years

This is a fun dance class for you and your young one to enjoy together. Learn basic dance skills and have fun moving to the music. Parent participation required.

TAPPING TUMBLERS - Ages 3-4 and 5-8 years

Your child will be taught coordinated movement in this introductory tap class. Children will begin to find their own rhythm and creativity through sounds and dancing. Basic tap steps will be taught along with beginning gymnastics skills on floor and tumble track..

TUMBLING TUTUS - Ages 3-4 and 5-8 years

Children will learn the basics of ballet through barre work and games. They will become familiar with dancing to music with the guidance of an instructor. Your child will also learn the basic gymnastics skills on the trampoline and floor.

MINI MOVERS - Ages 5-8 years

This introductory class explores the basics of dance including steps, technique, and counting beats. Your child will also learn to coordinate their movements to music and use their creativity to create their own dance moves.

BOUNCING BALLERINAS Ages 5-8 years

This class is designed for more experienced dancers who have already participated in Tumbling Tutus. Your child will learn proper ballet technique and will further explore barre and floor work. They will continue to work on gymnastics skills to encourage flexibility, coordination, and body awareness. This class requires instructor consent.

FLIP FLAP TAP AND TUMBLE Ages 5-8 years

In this class, your child will learn more difficult tap dance moves and explore rhythm through counts. This class is designed to be more advanced for dancers who have completed Tapping Tumblers. Dancers will learn how to put steps to music while preparing for a dance performance at the end of the session. Gymnastics skills on floor and tumble track will continue to be taught. Instructor consent required.

BOOGIE BEATS Ages 5-8 years

This advanced class is designed for those who have completed Mini Movers. In this class dancers will learn how to connect their steps into a dance which will be performed at the end of the session. Instructor consent required.

Other Classes:

PRIVATE GYMNASTICS OR DANCE LESSONS

Does your child do better learning on their own? Is your child working on mastering a specific skill or trick? If so, private lessons may be the perfect choice. Call the City of Davis Gymnastics at 757-5627 to set up a lesson time. Lessons are offered in 30 minute increments and the cost is $15.00 per 30 minutes. We will arrange a coach who can teach at your child’s ability level at a time that works for you.

Special Events:

BALLET PRINCESS PARTY Ages 3-7 years

Calling all little princesses! At this special party, participants will learn fairytale dance routines, make their own crown to take home, and end the day will a fantastic fairytale tea party. Make sure your little princess comes dressed in her best tutu!

ST. PATTY’S AT THE GYM - Friday March 12, 2010 Ages 5-12 years

Did you ever want to spend an evening at the gym? Here is your chance to leap with leprechaun’s, hunt for gold, make green crafts and eat fun green treats! Come dressed in your most "confortable" green for our contest for the greenest gym leprechaun. Dinner will be provided.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

The Gymnastics and Dance Center is offering Birthday parties for children of all ages. Party guests will enjoy games, a giant obstacle course, tumble track, parachute fun and more! The parties are led by enthusiastic and interactive staff. Reservations are available on Saturdays from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. and 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Sundays from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.
For Only $90.00 the Party Package Includes:

• 2 hour facility rental
• Tables and chairs
• Set up and clean up
• Facilitation by staff members

This is a great opportunity for various events including, birthday parties, Moms groups, sports or club parties, etc. Any desired party decorations, paper products, food or drinks may be brought in by the party host. These items are not provided by the Gymnastics and Dance Center. Maximum of 25 children per party. $50.00 refundable deposit is required.

2010 Gymnastics and Dance Show Jungle Gymboree - May 1, 2010

On May 1, 2010 the Gymnastics and Dance Center will go on a jungle adventure! We invite all children ages 3 and up to join us as we leap over lions, twirl with tigers, and swing over swamps! In order to participate in the show children must be registered in a gymnastics or dance class for sessions beginning February 8 and March 22, 2010. Tickets to the show will be available at the door for $5.00 per person, (children 1 and under are free.) Additional information will be provided during class.

Special Programs:

COACH-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM (C.I.T.)

Do you love gymnastics, cheerleading or dance? Do you love to work with children? If so the City of Davis C.I.T. program is for you! Teens 13 and older can interview for a volunteer position with the City of Davis. Teens will go through a training process and receive a C.I.T. shirt that they will wear when volunteering. Volunteers will assist staff with gymnastics, cheerleading and dance classes as well as gymnastics birthday parties. Volunteers will also get an opportunity to help at special events such as shows, parades and nighttime gym parties. All volunteers must volunteer a minimum of 2-4 hours a week as well as attend all trainings and meeting for C.I.T’s. This is great job experience! All interested teens must fill out an application. Applications are available at the Community Services office. Participants may not enroll in the C.I.T. program until they have turned in an application and gone through the interview process. For more information, please call (530) 757-5627.