RECREATIONAL GYMNASTICS

Icon’s recreational classes provide a fun and positive foundation for further involvement in gymnastics as well as other sports. Boys and girls of all ages and abilities develop skills on all artistic apparatus, working to develop their fundamental strength and flexibility for the sport. Classes are grouped according to age, standard and experience, offering a positive progression that enhances self-confidence, physical and cognitive development.

Boys and girls progress through different recreational streams – see the diagrams below. For more information on our Boys Programs click here. Kindy Gym is mixed gender.

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BEGINNER RECREATIONAL

EXPLORERS 5-6 Years (1 Hour Class)

Explorers is the ideal introduction to school-aged gymnastics. Gymnasts learn fundamental skills across floor, bars, beam, and vault while developing strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence. This level focuses on correct technique, basic body shapes, and building a strong foundation in a fun and supportive environment.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Forward and backward rolls
• Cartwheel progressions
• Basic jumps and safe landings
• Hanging, casting and pull-over progressions on bars
• Walking, balancing and basic turns on beam
• Introduction to vaulting with springboard

RANGERS 6-11 Years (1  Hour Class) 

Rangers is designed for beginner gymnasts across a wider age range. Classes focus on progressing fundamental gymnastics skills while improving strength, flexibility, and coordination. Gymnasts are encouraged to develop confidence and consistency while progressing at their own pace.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Improved rolls and cartwheel technique
• Handstand shapes and kick-ups
• Jump and leap combinations
• Bar support skills and swing development
• Beam balances, walks and small jumps
• Vault runs, take-offs and landing control

INTERMEDIATE RECREATIONAL

TRAILBLAZERS 5-11 Years (1 Hour Class)

Trailblazers bridges the gap between beginner and intermediate gymnastics. This class focuses on refining basic skills, introducing more challenging progressions, and building strength and control across all apparatus. Gymnasts gain confidence through skill combinations and structured training.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Strong handstands and cartwheel variations
• Round-off progressions
• Bar swings, casts and squat-ons
• Beam turns, jumps and basic dismounts
• Vaulting with improved power and technique
• Core strength and flexibility developmentADVENTURERS 6-12 Years (1.5 Hours Class)

ADVENTURERS 6-12 Years (1.5 Hour Class)

Adventurers is for gymnasts ready to take their skills to the next level. With longer sessions, gymnasts work on more complex skills, improved technique, and increased strength and endurance. This level supports continued progression while maintaining a positive and motivating environment.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Round-offs and walkover progressions
• Backward roll and bridge work
• Bar casting, glide swings and circle progressions
• Beam jumps, turns and controlled dismounts
• Vault handspring preparation drills
• Increased conditioning and flexibility training

Challengers 6-12 Years ( 1.5 Hour Class)

A non-competitive progression for girls from the Junior Gym Program. In this class, participants work towards achieving more difficult skills such as walkovers, round offs, back hip circles and more. During each class, participants explore the many different ways in which their bodies can move. This not only improves fitness but will also provide each participant with sound fundamentals for any sport they choose to play.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Round-off and handspring progressions
• Front and back walkover development
• Strong handstands and bridge kick-overs
• Bar casting, circle progressions and dismounts
• Beam jumps, turns, connections and controlled dismounts
• Vault handspring preparation and power development
• Increased strength, flexibility, and endurance training

ADVANCED RECREATIONAL

PIONEERS 7+ Years (2 Hour Class)

Pioneers is an advanced recreational class for gymnasts with strong foundational skills. Training focuses on refining technique, developing advanced skill progressions, and building the physical conditioning required for higher-level gymnastics.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Consistent handstands and walkovers
• Round-off and handspring progressions
• Bar circles and stronger cast shapes
• Beam routines with jumps and turns
• Vault handspring drills
• Advanced strength and flexibility conditioning

NAVIGATORS 7+ Years (2 Hour Class)

Navigators continues advanced skill development with increased complexity and consistency. Gymnasts work on combinations, strength, and flexibility while being challenged in a structured and supportive environment.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Front and back walkovers
• Round-off handspring progressions
• Bar circle skills and dismounts
• Beam combinations and higher-level dismounts
• Vault handspring development
• Advanced conditioning and endurance training

CONQUERORS 7+ Years (2 Hour Class)

Conquerors is the highest level within the recreational program. This class is designed for confident and committed gymnasts who are ready for advanced challenges. Training focuses on skill mastery, strength, control, and consistency while offering a rewarding, non-competitive pathway.

Skills covered in this level: 

• Advanced tumbling combinations
• Handsprings and salto preparation drills
• Advanced bar skills and transitions
• Beam routines with complex skills and dismounts
• Vault handspring consistency and power
• High-level strength, flexibility, and control

When you enrol into a class for the first time, we’re so confident that you’ll love it that if you choose not to continue after your first month we will REFUND YOU IN FULL*. 

*Offer subject to terms and conditions. Please be sure to refer to our customer agreements for specific policy details regarding this offer.

A note on Competitive Gymnastics: Icon Gymsports offers a competitive program to those talented athletes who have the capacity to compete in the sport of gymnastics. Please click here for further information.

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