Gymnastics Foundations

These classes will provide a stronger foundation for gymnastics that includes all mat work, with a lot of creative movement built in. The benefits of gymnastics include better body carriage, balance, poise, and self-confidence.

Diane Perkins, Instructor

Diane Perkins has taught gymnastics for over 30 years in the Memphis area. Her experience in gymnastics performance includes Grand Award Winner at the Mid-South Fair, performer at Six Flags Over Georgia, and the New York World’s Fair. Diane is an extremely gifted and experienced gymnastics instructor and she will work hard to build the confidence and security your child needs to be the special person she is.

CLASS GUIDELINES/POLICIES:

  • For Ages 4 and up

  • Classes will be limited to nine (9) students.

  • Parents of students currently enrolled in a session will have first opportunity to register their child prior to open enrollment. Then students will be added from the waiting list.

  • Students are limited to participate in 1 class per week.

  • $135 per student (10% discount for siblings). Each session consists on 9 classes.

  • No refunds will be available for missed classes.

  • Classes are based on the skill level of each child and class placement will be determined by the instructor.

    • 4- 5 year old Beginners - No developed skills; working on front and back rolls, cartwheels, and push up backbends. Classes are offered on Mondays from 3:45p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

    • Older Beginners - No developed skills; working on front and back rolls, cartwheels, and push up backbends. Classes are offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays from 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

    • Intermediate - Developed front/back rolls; developed front limber and back walk overs; cartwheels; stand up backbends. Classes are offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays from 5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

    • Advanced - Developing aerial cartwheels, back handsprings. Classes are offered on Mondays, Tuesdays, or Thursdays from 6:00 p.m.- 6:45 p.m.

Interested in learning more about our gymnastics program? Contact Joshua Gutknecht at jgutknecht@germantownbaptist.org or by calling 901.260.5797.