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Stafford Acrobatic Gymnastics and Trampolining Club |
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About the Gymnastics & Acrobatics we offer
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| FUNdamentals |
This is a 30 minute session aimed at children aged 18 months to 3 ½ years. The class introduces young children to a gymnastics environment in which they begin to work on gymnastic equipment in order to help improve co-ordination, balance, jumping and landing. It also provides the opportunity for the children to interact with coaches and other young gymnasts. |
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| Under 5s & Beginners |
This is a 30 minute session for 3 ½ to 5 year-olds and 1 hour for the Beginners. Sessions are structured and consist of a cardiovascular warm-up, stretching and then individual skills and equipment. This class aims to develop co-ordination, balance, agility, strength and flexibility. The class also teaches gymnasts the basic skills needed to work their way through the British Gymnastics Proficiency Badge Scheme. Once a gymnast has reached a certain standard they are invited to join the Acrobatics B squad. |
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| Young Development |
An invitational class for the younger gymnasts who show great potential. In this class, gymnasts progress at a faster rate. Elements of floor skills, acrobatic gymnastics and cheerleading are all combined to ensure a demanding and enjoyable class. |
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| B Squad |
The B squad provides an introduction to Acrobatic Gymnstics. This is an invitational class. Gymnasts work towards progressing their floor skills and improving their tumbling on the air-track.
B squad gymnasts usually work at Preparatory A and Preparatory B level, and work towards club competitions where they perform routined to music with a partner. |
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| A Squad |
Most A squad gymnasts work at Grade 1 and 2 in both pairs and trios. Further development of floor skills and tumbling are incorporated into the class.
Gymnasts are given the opportunity to compete in both the club and inter-club competitions. A squad gymnasts are also invited to attend the club training sessions at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. |
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| Elite Squad |
Elite squad gymnasts usually work and compete at Grades 2,3 and 4. They work on advanced floor and tumbling skills. Like the A squad gymnasts, Elite squad members compete in both club and inter-club competitions, and regularly train at Lilleshall. |
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