Main Programme Gymnastics (5 years +)
In our Main Gymnastics Programme, we follow the British Gymnastics Core Proficiency criteria to teach and grade our gymnasts. Each class is designed for children of the same ability, ensuring that every gymnast receives the right level of challenge and support.
The Main Programme includes Rise Gymnastics Explore & Rise Gymnastics Excel. Find out more about these below.
Rise Gymnastics Explore
Who: For school-aged recreational gymnasts.
Sessions run:
Rise Explore | Beginner | 5yrs+
- Fridays at 4pm, 5pm or 6pm
- Saturdays at 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am or 11:30am
Rise Explore + | Intermediate
- Fridays at 4pm, 5pm or 6pm
- Saturdays at 8:30am, 9:30am, 10:30am or 11:30am
All sessions are subject to availability. To see our current availability click here and select ‘Book Class’.
Structure
Rise Gymnastics Explore follows a unique Awards Scheme focused on three key strands:
- Core Skills – Developing fundamental movements like jumping, rolling, and balancing to build strength and coordination.
- Apparatus – Learning to use various gym equipment to improve technique, control, and confidence.
- Working Together – Fostering teamwork, communication, and social skills through group and partner activities.
Each strand has four levels, allowing gymnasts to progress independently within each area.
Progression
To earn each award, gymnasts must complete 8 out of the 12 skills offered in each strand.
The flexible structure allows children to develop at their own pace, focusing on the areas that interest them most.
Each level offers new challenges and opportunities for growth, fostering a sense of achievement and encouraging continued development.
Rewards
Gymnasts can earn exciting medals and certificates for each level they achieve in every strand. These rewards celebrate their progress and dedication, helping to motivate them as they work towards mastering new skills and advancing to higher levels.
Please note: Medals and certificates are chargeable and can be purchased at reception once your child has been awarded them.
Rise Gymnastics Excel
Who: For advanced and motivated recreational gymnasts, progressing towards festivals, competitions, and discipline-specific pathways.
Sessions run:
Rise Excel | Advanced
- Fridays at 7pm
- Saturdays at 12:30pm
All sessions are subject to availability. To see our current availability click here and select ‘Book Class’.
Structure
Rise Gymnastics Excel offers an advanced Awards Scheme that includes four strands:
- Core Skills – Mastering advanced gymnastics movements for strength, control, and flexibility.
- Small Apparatus – Using smaller equipment like mats and beams to refine technique and coordination.
- Large Apparatus – Developing skills on larger equipment such as trampolines and vaults.
- Working Together – Enhancing teamwork and communication through group exercises and partner activities.
Progression
Each strand has three levels, and gymnasts progress independently in each. To achieve awards in Core Skills, gymnasts must complete 10 out of the 14 skills offered. For Small Apparatus, Large Apparatus, and Working Together, gymnasts need to achieve 7 out of the 10 skills offered in each strand. Each level represents a new set of challenges, allowing gymnasts to build confidence and continue to excel in their gymnastics journey.
This structure encourages gymnasts to develop a more comprehensive skill set while challenging them to perfect their technique and performance.
Rewards
As gymnasts achieve each level within the four strands, they will earn medals and certificates, which recognise their progress and success in each area. These rewards celebrate their hard work and dedication, motivating them to continue striving for excellence.
Please note: Medals and certificates are chargeable and can be purchased at reception once your child has been awarded them.
Pricing
Our Rise Gymnastics Explore & Excel programme are priced at £26.00 per month, which includes a 60-minute weekly lesson.
This lesson time covers all activities, plus the registration and changeover periods to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for both you and your child.
Sign-Up Fee
On sign-up there is also a £20 sign-up fee, which covers your child’s registration and administration.
Please note that if you cancel your child’s gymnastics membership and choose to re-register at a later date, the sign-up fee will be applicable again.
Inclusive
Our inclusive gymnastics sessions welcome all children, offering affordable, high-quality coaching in a fun and supportive environment. With no uniform required and no external competitions, we focus on enjoyment and skill development.
For those who love a challenge, we occasionally run in-house competitions to encourage personal growth.
Holiday Activities
Is your child bursting with energy? Let them put it to good use with our Magna Vitae Gymnastics!
Our Sports Hall is the perfect place for them to bounce, leap, and tumble as they explore the exciting world of gymnastics.
We’re offering special opportunities for your child to discover the joy of gymnastics and get a glimpse of what our programme has to offer.
Private: Gymnastics Taster
Come and experience our Magna Vitae Gymnastics programme. Try beam, bar and more!
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Private: Gymnastics Camp
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Gymnastics Camp. With activities to improve flexibility & balance!
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Yes, you are welcome to watch your child’s lesson from the designated spectator area located above the Sports Hall.
For safety and to avoid distractions, parents/guardians should not enter the hall during the session. However, you may be invited in for the final 10 minutes of the lesson — or the final 30 minutes for ADV/DEV sessions — to observe your child’s progress. Please wait to be invited in by a member of the gymnastics team before entering the hall.
Children can start gymnastics from 18 months old. Those under 5 years join our Pre-school lessons, while children aged 5 and over can enrol in our main gymnastics programme.
For more detailed information, please click here.
Children should wear appropriate sports clothing such as leotards, fitted shorts, sports leggings, or fitted tops. This ensures freedom of movement and prevents clothing from catching on equipment. Thermals or base layers can be worn underneath.
Please make sure your child’s hair is tied back and off their face. All jewellery and accessories must be removed and kept by a parent or guardian before the session starts. Shoes and socks will be removed once inside the Sports Hall.
For detailed information about our Gymnastics lessons, including class structure, skills taught, and age groups, please visit our dedicated Gymnastics page. You’ll find everything you need to know to help your child get started and progress confidently.
