We offer competitive teams in both boys & girls gymnastics as well as a nationally ranked trampoline & tumbling team. |
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Petite Elite & Training Team are our pre-competitive teams here at Gleason's. Girls are selected for Petite Elites from our Pre-school and recreational classes based on specific ability tests. From Petite Elites, these girls then progress to the Training Team. In these pre-teams the girls will be working on the skills needed in order to prepare them for Level 4 which is the first level in which they will enter competition. |
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The second segment of our Girls Program consists of three levels of compulsory routines; Levels 4, 5 & 6. Each of the levels builds upon the skills acquired in the previous level. The girls will begin USA Gymnastics Sanctioned competition at Level 4, where they will be competing against other girls in their same age group and ability levels.
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Beginning with Level 7, the girls enter the optional levels of our program. These levels consist of routines which are comprised of certain requirements, but are created by the gymnast and her coach to show off the uniqueness of each gymnasts own style. Level 9 and 10 gymnasts may also qualify for National Level competition.
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Top Guns is the first step in the boy's competitive gymnastics program and considered our pre-team level. These boys are selected from our Pre-School and Recreational classes based on ability level, maturity, and interest. The Top Guns level focuses on technique. The athletes train on all of the six men's Olympic events plus skill training on the trampoline. |
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The Level 4 Team is the first level of competition and will compete in USA Gymnastics Sanctioned meets. The boys train and compete in each of the six events which are part of the men's Olympic all-around: floor exercise, pommel horse, rings, vault, parallel bars, and the high bar. At this level the boys work on routines for each event and build on skills and emphasis is on team competition. |
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The next segment of our boys programs consists of three levels of compulsory routines: Levels 5, 6 and 7. Each of these levels builds upon skills learned in the previous level. These compulsory levels help the boys to develop the strong basics they will need later for the optional levels. The boys at these levels compete in USA Gymnastics sanctioned competitions where they compete against other boys in the same age-groups from other clubs around our state and region, |
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Beginning with Level 8, the boys enter the optional levels of our program. The routines at these levels, while still having certain difficulty and special requirements, are created by the gymnast and his coach to show the talent and creativity of each individual. Boys who continue on into the optional levels of our program train up to four days a week, and may qualify for National competition at Levels 9 and 10. |
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This is a developmental program for young talent. No previous experience is required, however any child who is accepted must show an aptitude for gymnastics. Jumpin’ Beans is designed to teach younger gymnasts self-confidence as well as teach kids body control and awareness, correct technique and basic skills in preparation to compete in the future. |
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This is the introductory level to competition. A front flip on trampoline and a back handspring on floor is required to be on the Level 5-6 team. Although this is an independent sport it is still very team oriented. The ability to be cooperative with team members and coaches, and being supportive during practices and meets is required. Level 5-6 Team members compete at all local meets, and have the opportunity to attend a regional meet near the season end in March. |
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Once an athlete has mastered the skills needed for competition they advance to the Levels 7-8 team where we begin working skill combinations into full routines. Athletes at this level compete in local, as well as regional competitions. Athletes competing level 8 have the opportunity of competing at the USAG Nationals. |
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Level 9-10 athletes begin to learn optional routines. Level 9-10 athletes begin working on multiple somersaulting flips, and flips with twists. Level 9-10 teams often travel to regional and national meets, and have the opportunity to compete to be a part of the World Age Group team, and junior Olympic program that travels to international competitions. |
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The Elite Team trains the athletes to perform many high level skills, such as multiple twisting and flipping single and double somersaults, along with style and technique. The athletes compete in all local, regional, and national meets, along with the opportunity to travel internationally for the sport. Every two years athletes from Gleason’s compete with others nation wide for a chance to represent the gym at the World Championships. |
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