The Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics may be over, but youth sports organizations and programs around the country are still seeing a boost in enrollment and interest thanks to the Olympic Games.
Gymnastics is one of the most-watched events during the Olympics. That excitement often continues long after the Olympic torch is extinguished. Many children watch the Olympics and are inspired to try new sports. For some, watching gymnasts like Simone Biles, Suni Lee, and athletes in other sports is the beginning of their own Olympic dreams.
While enrollment statistics vary widely, many gymnastics training centers and coaches around the country report a 10 to 25 percent increase in enrollment after the Olympics. Virginia Techniques in Christiansburg, Virginia, saw spots for beginner tumbling and gymnastics classes fill up quicker than previous non-Olympic years.
Gymnastics is an excellent starter sport for young children because it teaches discipline, agility, strength, body awareness, flexibility, and the value of hard work. Additionally, parents appreciate a structured environment for kids to play and exercise in a constructive, safe manner.
Studies show that gymnastics offers children of all ages a wide range of health benefits beyond coordination and flexibility. Gymnastics is excellent for cognitive development as kids learn new skills, recall information, and process instructions. A healthy gymnastics gym is also a perfect environment for kids to develop healthy social and listening skills.
Virginia Techniques is committed to excellence and to teaching athletic and gymnastics skills to kids of all ages. Whether your little one enjoys burning some energy on a trampoline or Ninjazone class, or you've got a competitive gymnast wanting to continue developing their skills, Virginia Techniques has something for the whole family.
The gym even offers open gym nights, clinics, and field trip opportunities. The Home School classes are a great way for area home school kids to learn the fundamentals of gymnastics and exercise at a discounted rate.
Athletes wanting individualized instruction in gymnastics, cheerleading, dance, martial arts, or strength and conditioning should take advantage of the private lessons. The Virginia Techniques staff will match athletes with a coach who has the right experience and expertise to help them thrive and accomplish their goals.
Are you looking for an opportunity to explore Virginia Techniques and get to know the gym? Consider starting with an Open Gym where everyone is invited to play and receive more informal instruction from the coaches. Whether your kids want to enjoy the inflatable slide or focus on perfecting a particular skill on vault, bars beam, and floor, there's something for everyone! Head over to the Virginia Techniques website to explore class schedules and sign up today!
