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Why Gymnastics?

Gymnastics is the school of sport and physical activity; you can start here and go anywhere. Gymnastics helps to develop balance, coordination, flexibility and strength, which provides a foundation for all age groups to build basic to advanced skills in different body movements.

Below are the recreational and competitive programs available for each age group.

Recreational programs provide opportunities for individuals and/or groups to get involved, learn skills, have fun and participate in events that are all about having a go.

Competitive programs provide opportunities for participants to learn skills and progress through the various Gymsports levels all the way to the Olympics. These programs allow participants to compete at state, national and international competitions.

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Age 0 - 5

Provides a safe environment for children to experience a wide-range of movement activities and be encouraged to think, create, construct and solve problems with their own bodies

Age 5 - 8

Recreational Gymsports

Focuses on the fundamental movement patterns that will help kids to then progress into more advanced skills or activities.

The program has six lesson plans building upon skills learnt from week to week, at the end of which, students and athletes will be able to perform a complete aerobics routine.

AeroSchools is an Aerobic Gymnastics participation program delivered within schools by teachers or coaches, supported by an event at the National Clubs Carnival (NCC) each year.

The sessions are more structured and use a wider variety of ‘Warrior Circuit’ activities to keep children active and engaged.

(Freestyle Gymnastics) is a term used to describe a new and rapidly developing activity which encourages participants to use traditional gymnastics equipment in new ways.

If you're looking for something more specialised, GymAbility offers more specific programs to suit all levels of physical and mental ability.

Competitive Gymsports

Daring skills of strength and power for men and boys on six apparatus.

Expressive and powerful skills for women and girls on four apparatus.

Stylish control and flexibility while skillfully manipulating hand-held apparatus.

Aerial awareness at its peak for high-flying men, women, boys and girls.

Fast and dynamic, individual or groups showing strength, agility and flexibility.

Balances, throws and teamwork combined into spectacular routines.

Age 8 - 12

Recreational Gymsports

As children develop their movement skills, we begin to introduce activities that may be more specific to certain sports. Now that’s not to say that GymSkills gets all serious and competitive.

The program has six lesson plans building upon skills learnt from week to week, at the end of which, students and athletes will be able to perform a complete aerobics routine.

AeroSchools is an Aerobic Gymnastics participation program delivered within schools by teachers or coaches, supported by an event at the National Clubs Carnival (NCC) each year.

The sessions are more structured and use a wider variety of ‘Warrior Circuit’ activities to keep children active and engaged.

(Freestyle Gymnastics) is a term used to describe a new and rapidly developing activity which encourages participants to use traditional gymnastics equipment in new ways.

If you're looking for something more specialised, GymAbility offers more specific programs to suit all levels of physical and mental ability.

Combines parts of tumbling, mini tramp and dance to create an exciting team competition event. You get to flip, roll, jump and dance with your friends.

Competitive Gymsports

Daring skills of strength and power for men and boys on six apparatus.

Expressive and powerful skills for women and girls on four apparatus.

Stylish control and flexibility while skillfully manipulating hand-held apparatus.

Aerial awareness at its peak for high-flying men, women, boys and girls.

Fast and dynamic, individual or groups showing strength, agility and flexibility.

Balances, throws and teamwork combined into spectacular routines.

Age 12 - 18

Recreational Gymsports

(Freestyle Gymnastics) is a term used to describe a new and rapidly developing activity which encourages participants to use traditional gymnastics equipment in new ways.

Combines parts of tumbling, mini tramp and dance to create an exciting team competition event. You get to flip, roll, jump and dance with your friends.

AeroSchools is an Aerobic Gymnastics participation program delivered within schools by teachers or coaches, supported by an event at the National Clubs Carnival (NCC) each year.

If you're looking for something more specialised, GymAbility offers more specific programs to suit all levels of physical and mental ability.

Competitive Gymsports

Daring skills of strength and power for men and boys on six apparatus.

Expressive and powerful skills for women and girls on four apparatus.

Stylish control and flexibility while skillfully manipulating hand-held apparatus.

Aerial awareness at its peak for high-flying men, women, boys and girls.

Fast and dynamic, individual or groups showing strength, agility and flexibility.

Balances, throws and teamwork combined into spectacular routines.

Age 18 +

Recreational Gymsports

Combines parts of tumbling, mini tramp and dance to create an exciting team competition event. You get to flip, roll, jump and dance with your friends.

(Freestyle Gymnastics) is a term used to describe a new and rapidly developing activity which encourages participants to use traditional gymnastics equipment in new ways.

If you're looking for something more specialised, GymAbility offers more specific programs to suit all levels of physical and mental ability.

is a fun and social opportunity that aims to help you improve your mobility, strength and coordination; the activities can be catered for your level of ability or mobility.

Competitive Gymsports

Daring skills of strength and power for men and boys on six apparatus.

Expressive and powerful skills for women and girls on four apparatus.

Stylish control and flexibility while skillfully manipulating hand-held apparatus.

Aerial awareness at its peak for high-flying men, women, boys and girls.

Fast and dynamic, individual or groups showing strength, agility and flexibility.

Balances, throws and teamwork combined into spectacular routines.

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Is it easy to learn?

Do you practice cartwheels and handstands in the school yard? Or tumble on your back lawn and hang from the clothes line? These sorts of activities are based on the foundations of gymnastics and are probably already a part of your everyday life. With support and training, you can continue to build on your skills and explore the full range of gymnastics.

How do you start?

Getting started is as simple as using our club finder above to find your nearest club and going along for a trial session.