Winter 2018 YOUTH PROGRAM SCHEDULE gymnastics dance kid fit taekwondo newtownathletic.com December 10th - March 9th
Winter 2018 YOUTH PROGRAM SCHEDULE Session Dates December 10th - March 9th No Classes: December 24th - January 1st Registration Dates PLUS PROGRAMS MEMBERS ONLINE Monday, November 26th at 7:00 am PLUS PROGRAMS MEMBERS WALK-IN Monday, November 26th at 9:00 am NON-PLUS MEMBERS AND GENERAL PUBLIC WALK-IN Monday, December 3rd at 9:00 am Family Plus Memberships Receive 3 classes a week in Gymnastics, Kid Fit, Dance Studio and/or Recreational Dance. No more than 2 classes per category is permitted. *children may take an additional 4th class in Taekwondo which runs continuously from September to August. Class Pricing Family Plus Programs $5.00 registration fee per class in Gymnastics, Kid Fit, and Recreational Dance $50.00 registration fee for Dance Studio classes that run continuously till June. Please note: Kids Create and Doodle w/ Me have an additional materials fees. Non Family Plus Programs and General Public $180 per class per session
Youth Programs Policies ATTENDANCE: Please report all absences to attendance@newtownathletic.com Two consecutive missed classes without notification, will result in disenrollment from the class without refund. Make-up classes will only be offered when a doctor s note is provided. CLASS CANCELLATIONS/ TRANSFER/REFUNDS: Transfers to other youth programs classes is permitted if the class has availability. Refunds of class fees due to cancellation or disenrollment are not given, however, transfer of fees towards another class in youth programs is permitted. PARENT DROP OFF AND PICK-UP: Children under the age of 10 MUST have a parent drop off and pick up from class unless child is checked into Kids club. Parents of children 9 and under, MUST remain in the building for the duration of their child s class. Parents are NOT permitted in any classes, unless it is a parent participation class. DIAPER POLICY: Any child still in a diaper, must have a parent/ guardian present outside the class during its entirety. Frequently Asked Questions WHAT IS YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT THE NAC? The Youth Plex is designed to offer programs for children ages 1 through 16. Youth Programs can accommodate the various interests of children in the areas of gymnastics, dance, and fitness. Our goal is for every child to feel welcome in a safe environment where he/ she can participate in activities where they feel comfortable enough to be themselves. HOW DO I ENROLL MY CHILD INTO YOUTH PROGRAMS CLASSES? NAC Family Members with Plus Programs can register prior to the start of each session in person at the programs desk, online, or on the NAC App. Non Family Plus Programs Members, and General Public will be able to register in person at the Programs Desk one week after Family Plus Programs Registration. DO I NEED A CERTAIN TYPE OF NAC MEMBERSHIP FOR MY CHILD TO PARTICIPATE IN YOUTH PROGRAMS? To achieve the best value, the Family Membership with Plus Programs is recommended for participating in classes. Non-members may pay the corresponding fees for the general public to participate in a class.
Gymnastics ATTIRE A leotard is suitable attire for girls and a t-shirt tucked into elastic shorts is perfect for boys or girls. Absolutely no jeans or clothing with buttons, zippers, or beading are permitted. There is no jewelry permitted. Hair must be tied back and securely fastened with an elastic, no clips or bows that will inhibit any rolling activities. Also no shoes or socks, some equipment can be slippery. TINY TOTS WITH MY PAL This is a part instructional, part exploration class that introduces young ones to the very basic skills and concepts of gymnastics. This is a parent participation class and parents must remain with their child at all times. We ask parents to support and encourage their child to engage in all activities. BITTY BOUNCERS & PRE-GYM This class is designed for toddlers through kindergartners to become more independent from their parents. Watch your child go from cartwheels to confidence with lots of laughter along the way. This helps your child channel their energy and reach developmental skills in a structured setting. BEGINNERS This class develops basic gymnastics skills and competence. Your child will focus on form and body positions while building confidence and improving social skills. Gymnasts will move to the next level when evaluated and recommended by the instructor. INTERMEDIATE This class is designed for gymnasts that have prior gymnastics training. The gymnast should be comfortable with basic positions and skills and have a fundamental understanding of each piece of equipment. Gymnasts will continue to train basic skills while adding difficulty to their mastered skills. *Prerequisites are at least 2 completed beginner sessions, forward roll on floor without hands, bridge head off floor, strong front support on bars and cartwheel. ADVANCED This class is designed for gymnasts who show great development in strength and flexibility, enabling them to master basic skills. *Prerequisites are a backward roll, handstand on the floor, unassisted pull over on bars, ¼ handstands on beam and cartwheel. TUMBLING The tumbling program is designed for more serious gymnasts who are interested in improving their tumbling skills on the floor and tumble track. Your child will work on basic floor skills to continue strengthening their bodies. NINJA NASTICS This class is filled with activities and training to help children acquire a better understanding of their bodies moving through obstacles, parkour, and gymnastics. We have classes for Pre-Ninjas, Mini Ninjas and Older Ninjas. GYMAGINE A unique opportunity for your gymnast to create and perform gymnastics routines on the balance beam and floor. It won t be all work and no play...children will have opportunities on the tumble track too!
Dance ATTIRE Please refer to our specific dress code on the NAC website. All students should come dressed to dance in movable clothing (i.e. no jeans or skirts without shorts/leotard underneath) and proper dance shoes (NO flip flops, open-toed sandals, or boots permitted). Our dance program is split into two categories: Reacreational dance: these classes serve as a general introduction into the dance/movement class setting. These classes range from mommy-and-me to more independent settings.studio dance: these classes run as a typical dance studio season, beginning in September and concluding with a recital in June. ME AND MY SHADOW (RECREATION) This class is designed for the littlest of movers and their caregiver to participate together throughout the class. Students will develop basic motor skills while exploring exciting activities and utilizing a variety of props. They will be introduced to the world of dance in a fun, safe and nurturing environment. * Children must be walking in order to participate. MUSIC AND MOVEMENT (RECREATION) Children are presented with a variety of ways to move in a fun, imaginative way. This class works to develop basic movement skills utilized in dance such as jumping, kicking, marching, and tip-toeing to the beat of kid friendly songs. HAPPY HIP HOPPERS (RECREATION) This class is an introduction to various hip hop and basic movement styles for the younger dancer. Students will be exposed to the basics of hip hop techniques and movement while developing rhythm, strength, and coordination. PRE-BALLET/TAP (STUDIO) This class is an introduction to the elements of ballet and tap technique for our youngest dancers. Students will be exposed to the basic terminology and movement of each style in a fun, nurturing environment through various creative center and across the floor activities. BALLET/TAP (STUDIO) This class continues the introductory process of the elements of ballet and tap technique for younger dancers. Students will continue to build their vocabulary and movement of each style in a fun, nurturing environment through various creative center and across the floor activities. HIP HOP (STUDIO) Students will continue the foundations of hip hop technique while challenging themselves through various center and across the floor exercises. Students will also develop their movement style through diverse choreography set by the instructor. HIP HOP/JAZZ (STUDIO) For students who want a little bit of both, this class offers various jazz and hip hop techniques. On a rotating basis, students will be exposed to the foundations of jazz and hip hop technique and will focus on how to apply movement skills they learn from both genres to become a more well rounded dancer. BOLLYWOOD (STUDIO) The Bollywood dance style is a beautiful blend of all Indian dance styles be it classical Indian dance, folk Indian dance or the more current R&B, hip-hop music. MUSICAL THEATER (STUDIO) This class will introduce students to the theatrical dance style that blends dance technique and acting to songs from Broadway and musicals. Students will learn how to tell a story through dance by being introduced to various dance and acting exercises. IRISH DANCE (STUDIO) Students will be introduced to the basic movements of Irish dance including jumping, skipping, and pointing. Students will be exposed to and develop the Irish dance technique; focusing on coordination, musicality, and balance through various movement exercises and choreography. DANCE TEAM (STUDIO) A combination of technical training and rehearsal of competitive and non-competitive routines. Students may only take dance team classes if they have auditioned and were accepted to the dance team program. LIL ZUMBA (RECREATION) This class is perfect for our littlest Zumba fans. Children will be introduced to high energy, kid friendly, Zumba moves, all while listening to their favorite songs! DANCE DIVERSITIES (RECREATION) A class for dancers to experience all the different genres of Dance. On a rotating basis, students will be exposed to new styles and techniques in ballet, lyrical, hip hop, tap, and jazz. The goal of this class is to improve technique, flexibility, and confidence in all our dancers! MOMMY AND ME YOGA Mommy and Me Yoga is designed to provide you and your child with the physical benefits of yoga including balance and flexibility while navigating together through various breathing exercises and partner poses.
Kid Fit ATTIRE All participants must wear a t-shirt, shorts or sweat pants. All children must have sneakers. DOODLE W/ ME Find joy and excitement in coloring, art and crafts, and playing games with your child. This parent participation class will bond you and your child through imagination and creativity. HEALTHY PARENT/HEALTHY CHILD Registered Dietitian Lisa James focuses on evidence-based strategies that empower parents and children to make healthier lifestyle choices. In a small-group setting, participants will connect with other families, create and taste fun new recipes and learn new tools that they can implement each week at home! KID FIT JR. Toddlers will use their fine and gross motor skills while running, jumping, throwing, and catching in a variety of fun games and activities. LIL SPORTS Does your child want to be a Naclete? This sports oriented class will introduce the fundamentals of multiple sports. The little ones will begin learning the basics in Soccer, T-ball, corn hole, mini-golf, and much, much more. JUMP AROUND Jump, jump, jump around! Children will participate in activities that involve jumping using everything from jump ropes to trampolines. Children will be bouncing off the walls safely!!! KIDS CREATE Let s get Creative!! Kids Create is an opportunity for your child to explore their artistic side, and perhaps their ability to think outside the box. Each week children will have an activity involving food, art, and/or science. NAC SPORTS Now that you are a Naclete!! This sports oriented class will break down the fundamental skills, both beginner, and intermediate, in multiple varieties of sports. Your athlete will perform in Soccer, Floor Hockey, Baseball, Scoop ball, and more. Children will also participate in fun game at the end of class to promote team building skills. FLAG FOOTBALL In flag football, athletes will focus on passing and receiving drills, basic route plays, and scrimmages. BASKETBALL Our basketball class will focus on teaching, and reinforcing fundamental skills that will include dribbling, passing, and shooting. Players will also play games such as Horse and Knock Out at the end of each class. SPIN Children will enjoy this fast paced cardio workout using the spinning bikes while increasing endurance. Fundamentals of cycling will be taught including how to set up the bikes. Riders must be 5 feet or taller to enroll due to the bike height restrictions. ZUMBA This class is designed to introduce children to different dance styles with a focus on Latin movement and music. PARISI This class is designed to increase speed, strength and self-confidence. This class is taught by our Parisi instructors and is a solid introduction to our Parisi Program. *A child may only register for one Parisi class per session RAC @ THE NAC Getting back to the NAC s roots! Children will be introduced to a variety of racquet sports such as Badminton, Tennis and Pickle Ball. They will learn the basic concepts for each sport as well as how to handle, hit and serve with a racquet.
Taekwondo NAC Taekwondo (TKD) is a fun sport and martial art that builds self-confidence and athletic ability just as in our youth performance training, kids fitness, and gymnastics programs. Taekwondo provides a systematic approach to achieving goals. Parents will enjoy watching their children progress through the program and seeing their child have improved self-discipline while having an outlet for their physical energy. The NAC has a world-class program run by the President of Pennsylvania Taekwondo and is affiliated with the US Olympic Committee (School #5595). We also have more than a dozen instructors who have Black Belts of the 4th degree or higher something unheard of anywhere else in the USA! Tae Kwon Do Schedule can be found at the programs desk or on newtownathletic.com
Monday GYM. 1 GYM. 2 STUDIO 1 STUDIO 2 STUDIO 3 STUDIO 4 ALTERNATE 9:10am 9:20am 9:30am 9:40am 9:20am Mini Ninjas 9:25am Lil Sports 9:10am Music & Movement 9:50am 10:10am 10:20am 10:30am 10:40am 11:00am 11:10am 11:20pm 10:10am Pre-GYm (40 mins) Bitty Bouncers (30 mins) 10:10am KidFit Jr. Jump Around 9:50am Mommy & Me Yoga 18 mos-3 yrs 10:30am Pre Ballet/ Tap 3-4 yrs 11:30pm 12:30pm 12:40pm 1:00pm 1:10pm 1:20pm 3:50pm 4:00pm 4:10pm 4:30pm 4:40pm 4:50pm 4:10pm Happy Hip Hoppers 3-4 yrs 5:00pm 5:20pm 5:30pm 5:40pm 5:50pm 6:00pm 6:10pm 6:20pm 6:30pm 6:40pm 6:50pm 7:00pm 7:10pm 7:20pm 7:30pm 5:30pm Mini Ninja 6:20pm PreNinja 5:00pm Beg. 5+ yrs Int. Ninja Nastics 6:00pm Beg. 5+ yrs Int. Adv 7:00pm Int. Tumbling Ninja Nastics Parisi TKD Kid Fit Jr. 5:50pm Lil Sports 6:30pm Kids Create Studio 4a Beg Hip Hop 6:10pm Studio 4a Dance Team Brown Gym 6:10pm Basketball Studio 4b Beg Hip Hop Brown Gym 7:10pm Basketball Studio 4b 6:10pm Ballet/Tap 6-8 yrs
Tuesday GYM. 1 GYM. 2 STUDIO 1 STUDIO 2 STUDIO 3 STUDIO 4 ALTERNATE 9:10am 9:20am 9:30am 9:40am 9:50am 9:20am Pre-Ninja 9:25 am Kids Create 9:30 am Hip Hop I 10:00am 10:10am 10:20am 10:30am 10:40am 10:00am Pre Gym 10:15 am Doodle w/ Me 18 mos-3 yrs 10:20 am Happy Hip Hoppers 11:00am 11:10am 11:20am 11:30am Mini Ninjas 10:50 am Lil Sports 11:10 am Music & Movement 11:40am 11:50am 12:00pm 4:00pm 4:10pm 4:20pm 4:30pm 4:40pm 4:50pm 5:00pm 5:20pm 5:30pm 5:40pm 5:50pm 6:00pm 6:10pm 6:20pm 6:30pm 6:40pm 4:50 pm Pre-Gym 5:30 pm Bitty Bouncers 6:10 pm Tiny Tots w/ My Pal 18 mos- 3 yrs 5:00 pm Beg 5+ yrs Int 6:00 pm Int Tumbling 5:00 pm Parisi 6:10 pm Zumba 5:05pm Ballet I TKD 4:30 pm Jump Around 5:20 pm Kids Create 4:10 pm Beg Hip Hop 5+ yrs 5:10 pm Int Hip Hop 6:10 pm Adv Hip Hop Brown Gym 5:40 pm NAC Sports 6:50pm 7:00pm 7:10pm 7:20pm 7:00 pm Beg 5+ yrs Int 7:10 pm Bollywood Brown Gym 6:40 pm Flag Football Gymnastics Dance Kid Fit Taekwondo
Wednesday GYM. 1 GYM. 2 STUDIO 1 STUDIO 2 STUDIO 3 STUDIO 4 ALTERNATE 9:20am 9:30am 9:40am 9:50am 10:10am 10 :20am 10:30am 10:40am 11:00am 11:10am 11:20am 11:30am 12:10pm 9:20 am Pre-Gym 10:10 am Tiny Tots w/ My Pal 18 mos- 3 yrs 9:30 am Lil Zumba 10:20 am Music & Movement 11:00 am Happy Hip Hoppers 12:20pm 12:30pm 12:10 pm Mini Ninja 12:40pm 1:00pm 1:10pm 1:20pm 1:30pm 1:40pm 1:20 pm Pre-Ballet/Tap 1:50pm 4:10pm 4:20pm 4:30pm 4:10 pm Jump Around 4:10 pm Pre-Ballet/Tap 4:40pm 4:50pm 5:00pm 5:20pm 5:30pm 5:40pm 5:50pm 6:00pm 6:10pm 6:20pm 6:30pm 6:40pm 6:50pm 7:00pm 7:10pm 7:20pm 4:50 pm Mini Ninjas 5:40 pm Bitty Bouncers 6:20 pm Pre-Gym 5:00 pm Int Ninja Nastics 6-8 yrs 6:00 pm Beg 5+ yrs Gymagine Ninja Nastics 7:00 pm Beg 5+ Tumbling 5:10 pm Youth Yoga (50) 6:00 pm Doodle w/ me 18 months- 3 yrs 5:00 pm Flag Football TKD 5:10 pm Hip Hop/ Jazz 6:10 pm Ballet 6-8 yrs 5:10 pm Studio 4a Kit Fit Jr. 6:10 pm Irish Dance Studio 4a 5:40 pm Brown Gym Basketball 8+ yrs 6:40 pm Brown Gym NAC Sports 6:50 pm Spin Studio Spin 8+ yrs 5:10 pm Studio 4b Musical Theater 6:10 pm Studio 4b Dance Team
Thursday GYM. 1 GYM. 2 STUDIO 1 STUDIO 2 STUDIO 3 STUDIO 4 ALTERNATE 9:20am 9:30am 9:40am 9:50am 9:20 am Jump Around. 9:30 am Pre-Ballet/ Tap 3-4 yrs 10:00am 10:10am 10:20am 10:30am 10:40am 10:00 am Pre-Gym 10:10 am Healthy Parent, Healthy Child 4-5 yrs. 10:10 am KidFit Jr. 10:20 am Happy Hip Hoppers 3-4 yrs 11:00am 11:10am 11:20am 11:30am 10:50 am Lil Sports 11:10 am Music & Movement 1:00pm 1:10pm 3:50pm 1:00 pm NAC Sports 4:00pm 4:10pm 4:20pm 4:30pm 4:10 pm Bitty Bouncers 4:10 pm Pre-Ballet/ Tap 4:50pm 5:00pm 5:20pm 5:30pm 5:40pm 4:50 pm Mini Ninja 5:00 pm Beg 5+ yrs Tumbling 6+ 4:50 pm Jump Around 5:00 pm Flag Football 5:10 pm Hip-Hop/ Jazz 5:10 pm Kid Fit Jr. 5:00 pm Spin Studio Spin 8+ yrs 5:50pm 6:00pm 6:10pm 6:20pm 6:30pm 6:40pm 6:50pm 7:00pm 7:10pm 7:20pm 7:30pm 5:40 pm Pre-Gym 6:30 pm Pre-Ninja 6:00 pm Ninja Nastics Int Adv 7:00 pm Gymagine Int Ninja Nastics 6-8 yrs 5:50 pm Parisi 6:50 pm Healthy Parent Healthy Child 2.5-5 TKD 6:10 pm Bollywood 6:10 pm Ballet/Tap 5:50 pm Brown Gym Basketball 6:50 pm Brown Gym Basketball
Friday GYM. 1 GYM. 2 STUDIO 1 STUDIO 2 STUDIO 3 STUDIO 4 ALTERNATE 9:10am 9:20am 9:30am 9:40am 9:50am 9:20 am Pre-Gym 9:30 am Doodle w/ Me 18 mos- 3 yrs 9:30 am Music & Movement 10:00am 10:10am 10:20am 10:30am 10:40am 11:00am 12:10pm 10:10 am Mini Ninjas 10:10 am Kids Create 10:50 am Lil Sports 10:30 am Pre-Ballet/ Tap 10:10 am Me & My Shadow 18 mos- 3 yrs 12:20pm 12:30pm 12:40pm 12:50pm 1:00pm 1:10pm 12:20pm 5:00pm 5:20pm 5:30pm 5:40pm 5:50pm 6:00pm 6:10pm 5:40 pm NAC Sports 5:30 pm Beg Hip Hop 5+ yrs 6:20pm 6:30pm 6:40pm 6:50pm 7:10pm 7:20pm 6:40 pm Flag Football 6:30 pm Int Hip Hop 7:30pm 7:40pm 7:50pm 7:30 pm Adv Hip Hop 8:00pm Gymnastics Dance Kid Fit Taekwondo
Saturday GYM. 1 GYM. 2 STUDIO 1 STUDIO 2 STUDIO 3 STUDIO 4 ALTERNATE 8:50am 9:00am 9:10am 8:50 am Tiny Tots w/ My Pal 18 mons- 3 yrs 8:50 am Pre-Ninjas 8:50 am Lil Sport 9:20am 9:30am 9:40am 9:50am 10:00am 10:10am 10:20am 10:30am 10:40am 11:00am 11:10am 11:20am 9:30 am PreGym 10:20 am Bitty Bouncers 9:30 am Beg 5+ yrs Int Ninja Nastics 10:30 am Beg/Int 5+ yrs Mini Ninjas Ninja Nastic TKD TKD 9:50 am NAC Sports 10:50 am Jump Around 9:50 am Doodle w/ Me 18 monts- 3 yrs 10:30 am Rac @ the NAC yrs Studio 4B 9:20 Happy Hip Hoppers Studio 4B 10:10 Dance Diversities 11:30am 11:40am 11:50am 12:00pm
FREE TRIAL CLASS! To redeem, visit the Program Desk and set up a trial class. Coupon includes KidFit, recreational gymnastics, recreational or studio dance, or Tae Kwon Do class. Class Pass must be presented to instructor at the time of the trial class. *Must be 1st time participant to class type for trial.