ATA Gymnastics Newsletter                                    May 2019 

Character Counts
At ATA, we go beyond cartwheels and handsprings...Our goal is to instill confidence, integrity and strong work ethic in every student. During the last two weeks of May, coaches will lead discussions on how students can demonstrate positive character qualities while in class. Students will then be given the opportunity to put it into practice! Everyone will get a stamp with a character trait to focus on during that specific class (examples: focused, positive, brave, patient). We encourage you to talk with your child after class about that character quality and how they were able to practice that positive mindset. Go a little further and ask how they can practice this character quality with family & friends, in school, hobbies and other sports.

Sizzlin' Summer Fun at ATA!

Looking for summer activities for your child/ren??? Look no further...ATA has the perfect solution with fabulous events! Click here for more details!  Sign up today!!!
 
Gymster Gymnastics

May Theme:  Superheroes
During the weeks of May 14th - 24th, Gymster students can wear their favorite super hero tee-shirt or cape to class.  We will be flying through the air, climbing tall buildings and rescuing beanie babies.  Your Gymster is sure to have a  "super" time!
 
Developmental Minute: The importance of play in child development:
ATA's Adventure Hour gives students the opportunity to interact with their peers in an unstructured play environment.  During free play, children work together cooperatively, resolve conflicts and develop creativity.  Climbing on equipment strengthens muscles and increases balance and coordination.

 
April Flashback:
Last month, some of our Gymster students ages 3-6 years old, had the opportunity to perform in ATA's Second Annual Spring Fling.  We are very proud of all our students who participated!


 
May's Safety Tip
A gymnast's attire is incredibly important to his or her safety. Below are ATA's policies on dress code for students.
Girls: A clean leotard / Gym shorts are ok with a fitted shirt / No midriff tops / Hair must be tied back before class/ No jewelry except post type earrings / Feet should be bare / trimmed fingernails & toenails
Boys: A clean T-shirt / Clean gym shorts or pants / Bare feet / trimmed fingernails & toenails

Gym Closures
Memorial Day: Monday, May 27th
Just a reminder, make ups are not needed for scheduled days off as tuition is based on an approximate average of 4 classes a month over a 1 year period.
Progressing at ATA
 
At ATA we do formal skills testing once every 3 months. We just completed our most recent testing the week of April 22nd. To see your child's progress, you can log into ATA's Customer Portal site. Here are the simple steps to follow:
1. Once logged into the portal, click on the My Students tab. 2. Select which student (if more than 1) you wish to view. 3. Click the Students Skills/Levels Tab under Miscellaneous.
If you have any questions, give us a call or stop by our customer service desk.
Please keep in mind that once a student has mastered all of the skills within a level, he or she can be promoted to the next level at any time. (They do not need to wait for the next program wide testing week).  
YMCA Week-Long Gymnastics Camp

ATA, in coordination with the South Valley Family & Central YMCA is hosting week-long Gymnastics Camps the week's of June 10th- June 14th; July 22nd-July 26th; & Aug. 5th-9th. Click here for the details!   Please note that the campers are at ATA from 12:00-2:30pm and the rest of the day will be at the Y.
 
Acrobatic Gymnastics Team


This month, select athletes from all levels of Team ATA traveled north to Rocklin, CA to participate in the last local meet of the season.  Hosted by Acrobatic Gymnastics Academy, their local "Rocklin Roll Classic" was a one day meet that was used to qualify athletes to State Championships next month. Congratulations to everyone for gaining the final qualifying scores needed to advance!




 
West Coast Training Center will play host to clubs from all over California as well as Nevada, Arizona and Oregon the first weekend in May as everyone takes part in the California State Championships.  Athletes will work to put their best routines on the floor to qualify for the Region 1 Championships in June. 
 
This month, ATA again hosted a fun and engaging Acro Clinic for athletes in our recreational tumbling program!  Athlete tumblers from the Novice level up learn basic acrobatic skills and technique! Everyone had a great time!  The next clinic is Friday, May 17th! 






Have a Great Day! 

"Life needs balance.  Life needs strength.  Start with gymnastics and go anywhere"

 

Sincerely,

 

Aerial Tumbling and AcroGymnastics

408-224-5437


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