Shaping Up Week!
Jump Start Plus
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Why Shaping up Week?
This theme is used to help preschool gymnasts learn important concepts in a fun and active way. Shapes are an easy and exciting way for young children to understand body positions, balance, and spatial awareness. For example, when they make a “star shape” or "straight shape" with their bodies, they’re actually learning how to control their movements and hold strong gymnastics positions. Using shapes also makes it easier for kids to follow directions and connect what they see in the gym to what they learn in school.
Shapes week also helps coaches turn basic skills into creative games and challenges. Gymnasts might hop on circle mats, walk across triangle beams, or walk toes up a wall to make a square—all while practicing strength and coordination. By combining learning with movement, Shapes week keeps classes playful and engaging while helping children develop both their minds and bodies.
Next Week:
Monster Mash Week!
Next week we are celebrating HALLOWEEN! Students are invited to wear their costumes to class. We will work on our gymnastics “tricks” to earn a “treat” at the end of class. We can’t wait to see all of the costumes! (Please no foot coverings or capes)
Meet our Preschool Staff!
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Miss Rachel!
Howdy! I’m Miss Rachel! I was an OG student at Jump Start. I started teaching my own classes when I turned 15!
When I’m not in the gym, you can find me at school, working on a Human Development and Family Science degree, or on stage performing in a local theatre production. I love to travel, play guitar and be outdoors!
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Miss Anna!
Hi! I’m Miss Anna! I am a freshman at ICC studying business. A fun fact about me is that I was homeschooled until my senior year of high school. When I am not teaching, you can find me in the office.
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Miss Izzy!
Hi, I’m Miss Izzy! I love being in the gym, teaching, and seeing all of my friends and gymnasts every day!!!
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Miss Reese!
Miss Reese is such a fun and outgoing coach. She is incredible with all classes but she really shines in the toddler gym!
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Miss Maia!
Miss Maia has been coaching at JSP for over a year. She is such a positive coach and loves to celebrate every victory!
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Miss Alyssa!
I'm Miss Alyssa! I'm 17 years old and I'm a junior at Richwoods High School. A fun fact about me is I used to take tumbling and gymnastics class at Jump Start!
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Miss Zoey!
Hey! I’m Miss Zoey! I am currently a senior at Richwoods High School. A fun fact about me is that I did gymnastics for 7 years!
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Miss Annabelle!
Hi, I'm Miss Annabelle! I'm a junior at IVC highschool and a fun fact about me is that I did gymnastics for 10 years. I can't wait to meet you all!
About our “Totally Toddler” Program
Walking to 3 1/2 Years (42 months)
Totally Toddler is a movement exploration and education program specifically designed for children who are just beginning to walk through 42 months. Through instructor-led guided play, students are exposed to activities that build strength, coordination, spatial awareness, social skills, and independence. Our toddler gym, perfectly sized for this age group, provides a fun and safe environment for our youngest students to begin learning gymnastics and celebrate exciting discoveries.
About our “Jungle Gym” Program
3 1/2 to 5 Years
Come tumble in the jungle with us! Jungle Gym classes offer preschoolers 3 1/2 - 5 years old an awesome opportunity to develop a positive outlook on physical fitness and learn gymnastics in a safe, fun learning environment. Creative circuit-based lesson plans combined with educational themes focus your child’s natural energy while developing strength, flexibility, and coordination in addition to promoting cognitive and social development. In addition to learning beginning gymnastics on all men’s and women’s artistic gymnastics events and trampolines, Jungle Gym classes teach other sports-related skills and prepare children for the academic environment. By using scaled down equipment and progressive, age-appropriate development, Jungle Gym classes are an enjoyable experience for every preschool child.
