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Junior Gymnastics classes for children 4+

Help your child build confidence, strength and flexibility through gymnastics.

Oldham Active Junior Gymnastics

Our weekly classes at Failsworth Sports Centre are for children aged 4 and above. Children learn skills on boxes, bars and beams, working through progressive levels at their own pace.

All coaches are British Gymnastics certified and DBS checked
Children work towards 10 progressive award levels
Progression based on age and ability

Location: Failsworth Sports Centre, Oldham | Price: £28.00 per month

Timetables: View all class timetables

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Gymnastics Programme

We welcome children of all ages and abilities, including boys and girls.
Have questions about our Junior Gymnastics sessions? Call 0161 207 7000.

Learn more about the gymnastics levels below.

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Gymnastic Progression

Ages 4-6

40-minute classes | Multiple times Monday to Saturday

The perfect introduction to gymnastics for younger children. Your child will learn basic skills on the floor and apparatus in a fun, safe environment.

What your child will learn:

Basic balance and coordination
Simple floor movements
Introduction to bars, beams and boxes
Foundation gymnastics skills

Children in a gymnastics class practise backbend bridge poses on a blue floor, with several gymnasts arched backward and supporting themselves on their hands and feet.

Gymnastic Developing

Ages 6-8

40-minute classes | Weekday evenings and Saturday mornings

For children ready to develop their skills further. Your child will build on basic techniques and start learning more complex movements.

What your child will learn:

Intermediate floor routines
More advanced apparatus work
Improved strength and flexibility
Greater control and precision

A group of children take part in a gymnastics session in a sports hall. One girl hangs from a low horizontal bar while others practise on soft mats and equipment in the background.

Gymnastic Advancing

Ages 8+

40-minute classes

For children who have mastered their floor skills and want to progress to advanced techniques.

What your child will learn:

Advanced floor skills
Complex apparatus routines
Performance-level techniques
Competitive-standard movements

Gymnastic Class Timetables

Click on the relevant gymnastics programme below to view the most recent class days and times of the week.

Timetable for Progression Ages 4-6

Day:	Session 1:	Session 2:
Monday	5.00pm – 5.40pm	-
Tuesday	5.00pm – 5.40pm	5.45pm – 6.25pm
Wednesday	4.15pm – 4.55pm	-
Friday	4.15pm – 4.55pm	5.00pm – 5.40pm
Saturday	9.00am – 9.40am	9.45am – 10.25am

Timetable for Developing Ages 6-8

Day:	Session 1:	Session 2:
Monday	5.45pm – 6.25pm	6.30pm – 7.10pm
Tuesday	6.30pm – 7.10pm	-
Wednesday	5.00pm – 5.40pm	-
Friday	5.45pm – 6.25pm	-
Saturday	10.30am – 11.10am	-

Timetable for Advancing Ages 8 and upwards

Day:	Session:
Monday	7.15pm – 7.55pm
Tuesday	7.15pm – 7.55pm
Wednesday	6.30pm – 7.10pm
Friday	7.15pm – 7.55pm
Saturday	11:15am – 11.55am

FAQ's

Are your coaches qualified and DBS checked?

Our coaches possess a recognised qualification from British Gymnastics and have undergone a DBS check.

What should my child wear in class?

Your child should wear comfortable clothing such as shorts, a t-shirt, or a leotard. Long hair must be tied back, and all jewellery must be removed before class.
Children need to have bare feet when taking part in classes.

Will I need to stay with my child during the class?

If your child is under 7 years old, we require a parent or guardian to stay in the room during class.
For children aged 8 years and above, parents or guardians are welcome to use the facilities at the centre or go off-site. However, please ensure we have an up-to-date contact number in case of an emergency.
If you choose to use the facilities or go off-site, you must be back to collect your child on time from the gymnastics class.

Do we receive any kind of written report or feedback?

No written progress reports are available.

Please speak with the gymnastics coach for updates on your child’s development.

Will my child achieve awards?

Your child can achieve 10 awards as they progress through our gymnastic classes. The awarding grades start from level 1 and progress up to level 10. Each level consists of ten skills, and once your child has passed all ten skills, they can purchase a badge and a certificate to celebrate their achievement. The skills will become more challenging as they move up to the next award.

How do you assess when children are ready to move into a different class?

When a space opens in a class, a child will be selected to move up based on age and ability.

Will my child attend competitions?

We currently do not attend any gymnastics competitions.

How can I make payments?

Payments are to be made monthly by direct debit. Any other amounts due can be paid at reception or by calling our contact team.

Do you offer gymnastic classes for toddlers?

We offer gym-minis classes for children aged 2-4. Find out more about Gym-mini’s here