Gymnastics for kids in Tucson

Gymnastics is a great sport. But it’s definitely not easy for toddlers. Entry-level gymnastics programs for the developing gymnast usually enroll children starting at age 6. Gymnastics at the age of 2-4 is mostly made up of jumping and tumbling, which can also be accomplished during a trip to a playground or a park. However, playing at the outdoor playground is not always the best option during the hot Tucson summers. That is when a gym class can be a great alternative. Plus, most gyms offer such programs as “Open Gym” and “Parents’ Night Out”. During “Open Gym” hours kids with parents may come to a gym for a fun playtime together for a small fee.

Almost every gym in Tucson offers gymnastics lessons for kids. There are many different choices for all parts of the city.

1. My Gym.
My Gym is a new place on Oracle. It's very clean and instructors are great and very enthusiastic. Classes for children from 6 weeks to 13 years old.
7366 N. Oracle Road, Suite 120, Tucson, (520) 514-9192
Parents night out
Summer camp
Open Gym
Birthday parties
Tucson-Oracle Website: http://www.mygymtucson.com/
Find My-Gym near you: www.my-gym.com

2. Old Pueblo Gymnastics.
This is a huge place with lots of professional equipment. So if you are interested in giving your kid a start in serious gymnastics, this is a good choice. They also have classes to help kids’ physical development.
7670 E. Wrightstown Road, Tucson, (520) 628-4355
Parents night out
Summer camp
Open play
Birthday parties
www.oldpueblogymnastics.com

4. JWTumbles.
Their Tucson location is apparently closed
You can find their other locations here: www.jwtumbles.com

5. Gymnastics World (Member of USA Gymnastics) offers recreational and competitive gymnastics programs for children ages 18 mos to 18 yrs.
Summer camp
Open Gym
Birthday parties
They have 3 location in Tucson.
1025 N. Huntington Pk. 520-296-4758
201 E. Ft. Lowell Rd. 520-888-0519
6985 N. Camino Marton 520-744-6180
http://www.gymnasticsworldtucson.com/

6. Springs Gymnastics offers gymnastics classes for kids from age 18 months through competitive team.
9694 E. Rita Commerce Drive, Tucson, 520-664-1900
Summer camp
Open Gym
Birthday parties
http://www.springsgymnastics.com

7. The Little Gym is a rather new facility, it offers gymnastics, cheerleading, dance, sports skills development, and karate classes.
7225 E. Broadway Blvd.Ste 150, Tucson, AZ 85710, (520) 751-1107
Parents night out
Camp (summer and almost any time of the year)
Open play
Birthday parties
The Little Gym Of East Tucson - http://www.thelittlegym.com
Other locations: http://www.thelittlegym.com