These exciting classes focus on floor-based gymnastics skills in a fun, friendly and supportive environment where children can build confidence and learn at their own pace. Gymnasts will develop balance, coordination, strength, flexibility and basic tumbling skills through engaging activities and games. Perfect for beginners or those who prefer a simpler setup without large apparatus, we offer classes for children from 18 months right through to primary school age.
Enjoy quality time together while introducing your little one to the fun of gymnastics! Our Mini & Me classes are packed with movement, music and play-based activities designed to support your child’s physical, intellectual and social development. Together, you’ll explore basic gymnastics skills including jumping, balancing, rolling and body shapes, while helping to build confidence, coordination and motor skills in a fun and supportive environment. (45 minute class)
Children will progress to the next level after their 3rd birthday.
*Included in Xcite Academy & Xcite Academy+ Memberships
A big step for little gymnasts - this is your child’s first independent gymnastics class! Through fun songs, music and engaging activities, children will learn the fundamental skills of movement alongside basic gymnastics techniques and shapes in a safe and supportive environment.
Designed to prepare gymnasts for progression into Skills 1, these sessions focus on building confidence, coordination and core movement skills using hand apparatus and age-appropriate gymnastics equipment - all while having lots of fun along the way! (45 minute class)
*Included in Xcite Academy & Xcite Academy+ Membership
4 levels for ages from 4.5 years+
As children progress through the programme, this class introduces a more structured gymnastics format, moving beyond play and music to include warm-up activities and stretching. Gymnasts will build on the skills and shapes developed in the Minis class while beginning to learn exciting new movements such as rolls, cartwheels, strength and balance skills. These sessions are designed to develop confidence, coordination and technique in a fun and supportive environment. (45 minute class)
*Included in Xcite Academy & Xcite Academy+ Membership
In Skills 2, gymnasts will continue to build confidence and improve the skills introduced in Skills 1, with a focus on developing stronger technique and skill completion from start to finish. Core movements such as rolls, bridges and balance work will be further developed to help improve flexibility, coordination and overall body control. Children will also begin linking skills together as they progress in a fun, supportive and encouraging environment. (45 minute class)
*Included in Xcite Academy & Xcite Academy+ Membership
By Skills 3, gymnasts will have developed a strong understanding of the core gymnastics skills and will be ready to take on new challenges! This level focuses on progressing and refining existing skills through more advanced activities using equipment such as the balance beam and floorwork, while also introducing exciting new skills and variations. Classes continue to build strength, coordination, flexibility and confidence in a fun, supportive environment. (45 minute class)
*Included in Xcite Academy & Xcite Academy+ Membership
Our final Skills stage gives gymnasts the opportunity to bring together everything they have learned throughout the programme. Children will continue refining their core skills, focusing on strong technique, confident performances and controlled starts and finishes across a variety of gymnastics movements and equipment.
Gymnasts will gain experience using different apparatus while developing confidence in their own abilities, resilience and independence. At Xcite, we recognise the many positive benefits gymnastics can have on both physical and mental wellbeing, and our coaches are committed to supporting every child’s development, confidence and enjoyment throughout their gymnastics journey.
*Included in Xcite Academy & Xcite Academy+ Membership
Not sure which class is the best fit for your child? Our coaching team is here to help! Contact us at coaching@westlothianleisure.com and a member of the team will be happy to guide you to the most suitable class based on your child’s age, experience and ability.
