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, the last class in the preschool series, 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.

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.

JAZZ/HIP HOP Ages 10-13 years

This class is for beginning and current dancers. Dancers will work on counting beats, coordinate movements to music, and start connecting steps to form a routine!

Other Classes:

PRIVATE GYMNASTICS OR DANCE

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 $13.00 per 30 minutes. We will arrange a coach who can teach at your child’s ability level at a time that works for you.

TUMBLING - Ages 10-18 years

This class is for participants of all levels who want to work on expanding their floor tumbling abilities as well as strength and flexibility.

GYM FITNESS - Ages 6-12 years

This is the perfect after school workout for your child! This class will focus on cardio, strength, and stretching in a fun-filled environment appropriate for all fitness levels. Participants will do activities such as parachute push-ups, cardio jumping on the tumble track, obstacle courses and jungle games on the bars.

Camps:

GYMNASTICS WINTER CAMP Ages 5-16 years

This camp is a great way to have tons of fun away from the cold weather. This week long camp includes creative crafts and loads of gymnastics fun! While campers enjoy exciting activities at the gym, mom and dad can have extra time tp finish up those important holiday errands. You don’t want to miss out on this fun filled gymnastics camp!

Special Events:

GYMNASTICS FIELD TRIPS

We now offer gymnastics field trips for children ages 1-14 years. Field trips are perfect for youth groups, Girl/Boy Scout badge programs, day cares and moms groups. Participants will learn gymnastics, participate in a giant obstacle course and jump on the tumble track. Field Trips can be designed for the specific age and ability of your group. Participants should come in easy to move in clothing. All parents must sign the field trip waiver in order for their child to participate. Field trips are available only on specific days and times, call us for details or to book a trip at (530) 757-5627.

GYMNASTICS BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Let us organize a birthday party for your child (ages 3-12) and his/her friends in the Civic Center Gym with a variety of fun games and activities. We provide Activity Leaders for 2 hours, ice cream cake, punch, balloons, party bag for each child, and there’s no mess to clean up - just bring the party guests! We even offer birthdays party packages where you bring your own supplies – now you can choose any theme you like!
 
Parties are scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays. All parties are reserved with a credit card and will be charged a per-child rate with a minimum fee. Party cancellations must be made two weeks in advance or deposits are nonrefundable. Please call 757-5627 for current charges or to reserve a date.

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.

New Programs:

TUMBLING WITH TURKEYS CAMP Ages 5-16 years

This camp is a great way to spend your first three days of vacation! Campers will have the chance to learn gymnastics skills on all the events, play fun games and make creative crafts. Each child will need a sack lunch everyday.

DANCING WITH DOLLS Ages 3-7 years

Come join us at our dance party with your doll! We will be exploring basic tap, ballet, and jazz moves while dancing around with our dolls! At the end of the day, participants will enjoy a dolly and me tea party.

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!

GYMNASTICS MONSTER MASH Ages 5-12 years

Come and join this very exciting and popular nighttime Halloween party with the Davis Gymnastics staff. Participants will experience a spooky obstacle course, play games, use the gymnastics equipement, eat Halloween goodies, and make craft projects. Kids should wear clothing that they can move, jump, and run in easily so please no costumes. Sign up early for this special event because space is limited.

GYMNASTICS HOLIDAY PARTY Ages 5-12 years

This party is a great opportunity for kids to be busy and safe while parents finish their holiday shopping! Participants will enjoy an indoor snowball fight, games, crafts, cookie decorating, gymnastics activities, and dinner. Don’t forget to sign up early for this special event because space is limited.

FAMILY FUN DAY Ages 1-6 years

This is an opportunity to experience gymnastics with the enitre family while spending time together. Staff will help the children use the equipement and parents need to stay with their child at all times. Everyone should wear comfortable clothing that they can easily move in. This is also a great time to meet and socialize with other parents and children of similar ages.

OPEN GYM Ages 1-12 years

During open gym participants will be able to play on an obstacle course and work on their gymnastics skills. The gym will be divided into ages so everyone can join on the fun!

TEEN/ADULT GYMNASTICS 14-65 years

This class is for participants of all levels. While in class participants will work on expanding their gymnastics abilities as well as strength and flexibility.

NATIONAL GYMNASTICS DAY Free for all ages!

The City of Davis Gymnastics and Dance center will be holding an open house for National Gymnastics Day on Saturday, September 13, 2008 from 3:00-6:00pm. Play on our huge obstacle course, and join us for games and activities! All ages welcome come enjoy a gymnastics filled afternoon at 23 Russell Blvd.