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1. SUMMER CAMP
GYMNASTICS
PROGRAMS

2. The beginnings of gymnastics can be
traced back to ancient Greece where
soldiers used it to train for the
battlefield.

3. Over the years, new exercises and
equipment were added until it
became the Olympic sport that
everyone knows today.

4. At summer camp, kids are given an
opportunity to progress through the
different levels of gymnastics as they
gain strength, flexibility and stamina.

5. Whether your child is interested
in gymnastics for fun or for
competition, here is what you
should know about gymnastics
programs offered at summer
camp.

6. SKILLS TAUGHT
IN GYMNASTICS

7. At first glance, gymnastics
appears to teach primarily
physical skills such as balance
and strength training.

8. Yet, kids in gymnastics learn
other skills such as poise when
they must perform a routine in
front of an audience.

9. As they work toward more
complicated moves such as flips,
they also gain confidence
through taking safe risks.

10. Spatial awareness, perseverance
and rhythm are a few more skills
that kids learn in gymnastics.

11. Perhaps one of the most
important things learned in
summer camp programs is how
to go from an “I can’t” attitude to
a “Look what I can do!” thought
process.

12. Learning to trust their abilities is
an essential trait that will help
kids succeed in many areas of
their lives.

13. HEALTH AND SAFETY
PRECAUTIONS

14. As a parent, it can be a little
unnerving to watch your kids fly
through the air for the first time,
but you can rest assured that
summer camps take every
precaution possible to keep
them safe.

15. For example, only state-of-the-art
equipment is used and it is inspected
regularly to make sure it is in top
condition.

16. Instructors also undergo a rigorous
selection process to ensure that they
are properly certified and they are
often avid gymnasts themselves.

17. Once hired, instructors and their
assistants continue receiving training
throughout the year to keep them
up-to-date on the best techniques
for teaching gymnastics as well as
first aid.

18. When gymnasts enter the program,
they are assessed to make sure they
never try complicated techniques
before they are ready.

19. Spotters, mats, foam pits and other
safety equipment are also used
during training to reduce the
possibility of injuries.

20. BENEFITS BEYOND
THE GYM

21. Kids who participate in gymnastics
enjoy benefits that extend into the
classroom as well as their social lives.

22. Mastering a gymnastic technique,
such as a perfect vault, often requires
repetition along with the ability to
overcome temporary setbacks.

23. This helps them develop the
patience to work on complicated
math problems in academic tutoring
that may require multiple attempts
before getting it right.

24. Gymnastics is also unique among
many sports since it allows kids to
compete individually and as a part of
a team.

25. This develops a personal sense of
responsibility along with
leadership skills that have a
lasting impact academically and
socially.

26. Learning to tumble, flip and leap are all fun activities for
kids that can give them a break from their normal daily
routine.

27. Yet, as each skill is mastered, it provides additional
benefits that extend well into every area of their life.

28. Whether your child prefers to take a class for an hour after school or
they want to dedicate entire summer days to honing their skills,
lessons at summer camp will give them what they need to
successfully master the sport.

29. Let your kids experience
gymnastics experience at
Maplewood Summer Day
Camp.

30. Experienced staff will keep
your child both safe and busy
with arts and crafts, games,
water sports, gymnastics and
more.

31. Check out the summer camp programs here:
http://maplewoodyearround.com/summer-camp/summer-camp-activities/

32. MAPLEWOOD COUNTRY DAY CAMP
AND ENRICHMENT CENTER
150 Foundry St. (Route 106)
PO Box 88 (Mailing)
South Easton, MA 02375
Email: info@maplewoodyearround.com
Telephone: (508) 238-2387
FAX: (508) 238-1154