Gymnastics Overview
Building Strength, Confidence, and Fun Through Gymnastics
At Thorbeckes Athletic Club, we believe gymnastics is more than just a sport—it’s a foundation for strength, confidence, and lifelong fitness. Our Gymnastics Program offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where children, teens, and adults can explore their potential, learn new skills, and build lasting friendships.
Whether you’re a parent seeking an engaging activity for your child, an aspiring athlete looking to enhance your skills, or someone rediscovering gymnastics as an adult, Thorbeckes has a program tailored for you.
Why Choose Thorbeckes for Gymnastics?
Thorbeckes is proud to offer one of the most comprehensive gymnastics programs in the region. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Diverse Offerings: From toddlers to adults, we provide programs for every age, ability, and interest.
- Skilled Coaches: Our experienced team prioritizes safety, proper technique, and individual growth.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Train in a fully equipped gym designed for gymnastics excellence.
- Community Focus: We’re dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome.
Youth Fitness Membership
Best option for Young Gymnasts
Designed for members 11 years and younger, this plan includes access to age-appropriate programs and facilities.
Please Note: A current Thorbeckes membership is required by the first day of your child’s gymnastics class. Gymnasts are responsible for maintaining an active membership throughout participation in the gymnastics program, including payment of any membership dues owed during that time
Tumbling & Dance
Perfect for those who want to combine gymnastics with creative expression through movement.
Intermediate Gymnastics
Builds on basic techniques, emphasizing strength, flexibility, and confidence.
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Gymnastics FAQ’s
Cost: All of our 45 minute parent tot, 45 minute preschool, and 60 minute beginner or intermediate classes are $50/month plus tax. Our 90 minute classes are $75/month plus tax. We do offer a multi-class discount of $5 off.
Gym Membership: A gym membership is required to sign up for a gymnastics class. The only exception is our summer camps or sessions of which we have member and non-member rates. Most of our classes run year-round. You can sign up at any time. Please remember that 15 days notice is required to cancel gymnastics or the gym membership. A youth gym membership for 11yrs and younger is $22+tax per month. Please call 360-748-3744 for more information regarding gym memberships.
Attire: Please wear something comfortable like a leotard, athletic leggings or shorts, a tight-fitting tank top or T-shirt. No jeans, skirts, baggie t-shirts, or jewelry with the exception of stud earrings. No socks as they are slippery on certain events. Please have hair pulled back out of face. A low pony tail or braids works well. Warts should be covered with a band-aid.
Water Bottle: Your athlete can bring a water bottle but it is not necessary, as we have a water fountain directly in the hallway from the gymnastics door. Please send water only downstairs with a container/bottle that closes.
Start of Class: There is a parent viewing area upstairs where you will wait with your athlete until he/she is called down to start class. Your athlete can leave shoes and socks with you or put them in a locker upstairs.
Tardy Policy: Please arrive on time for class. The warm ups and stretches are an important part to progressing in gymnastics and to reducing injuries. If your child is repeatedly tardy, we reserve the right to have he/she not participate that day. If tardiness is a problem, we will offer to find a class that better fits your schedule.
Attendance & Make-Ups: If your child is going to be absent from class you are not required to notify anyone of their absence. Gymnastics is based on an average of 4 classes/month. Sometimes there are 5 and sometimes there are 3. We do not offer make-up classes! The only exception is if there is a coach emergency or we have to cancel due to inclement weather.
Cancelling or Transferring: If your child needs to transfer to a different class, you must email gymnastics@thorbeckes.com. You can’t transfer your child yourself. It will only result in adding a second class. If you need to cancel you also need to email gymnastics@thorbeckes.com or cancel at the front desk. Please refer to the policies when signing up.
Location: We are located in our Chehalis facility. You will come through the front door and sign-in at the front desk. Gymnastics is located upstairs.
Parent & Tot Class: We offer Parent & Tot class for the low price of $50/month. Only the participating child needs to have a gym membership. The accompanying parent or guardian does not need to have a membership. The Parent & Tot classes are Wednesday 10:00am, Friday 10:00am, and Sunday 3:00pm.
Preschool: A parent or guardian must stay to watch during preschool classes. This is for the safety of the child. We cannot be responsible when a child needs to use the bathroom, etc.
Class Offerings: We are a small gymnastics facility that specializes in women’s artistic gymnastics. We are fully equipped to train in all four of the women’s events (Vault, Uneven Bars, Balance Beam, and Floor). We are not fully equipped for all of the six men’s events (Rings, men’s high bar, pommel horse, parallel bars, vault, floor). We do currently offer a couple of basic recreational classes for beginner boys.