Youth Tumbling
The YMCA of McCook is excited to continue growing and enhancing our tumbling program. Tumbling provides a wonderful opportunity to build body awareness, boost self-confidence, and foster a lifelong love of physical activity in a supportive, positive environment. Our skilled instructors are dedicated to guiding each child through every level of the program. We focus on developing coordination, balance, and athleticism, ensuring children of all skill levels can progress at their own pace and achieve personal growth.
Grace Brown joined our team this summer as our lead Tumbling Instructor and has assisted in our youth development summer camp. Grace attended York University on a cheer scholarship and taught tumbling at a local gym during her time there. She is currently working as an elementary special education teacher at Hitchcock County Schools. We’re excited to have Grace, her two assistant coaches, and their shared passion for helping kids of all ages learn to tumble, grow, and develop their skills.
Classes will be held in the gym at the McCook Christian Church
507 W B St
McCook, NE 69001
Programs Offered:
Tumble Bugs (Level 1)
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- Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm
- Beginner Tumbling Class (No Experience or Limited Experience) This class is designed for absolute beginners and those with little to no tumbling experience. We’ll build a solid foundation in movement, safety, and confidence while you learn basic skills at a comfortable pace.
- Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm
Jitter Bugs (Level 2)
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- Tuesday 6:00pm-7:00pm or Thursday 5:00-6:00pm
- This class challenges children with more advanced techniques, promoting higher skill development and athleticism in a fun and encouraging setting.
- Tuesday 6:00pm-7:00pm or Thursday 5:00-6:00pm
Jumping Beans (Level 3)
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- Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm
- Advanced Tumbling is for athletes with a strong foundation who are ready to push their skills further. Prerequisites include proficient cartwheels, round-offs, standing back bends, front limbers, and one-handed cartwheels, plus comfort on the beam and bars with supervision. In this level, you’ll learn side aerials, aerials, and front and back tucks, along with advanced beam and bar work.
- Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm
All programs start the week of Oct. 6th and classes are offered through the end of April. Registration for classes is available by the month. Space is limited, so advanced registration is encouraged. You may hold your child(ren)’s spot with a $10 deposit per child, per month. All class fees are due a week prior to the first class of the month. $40 per month for members and $50 for non-members.
Competitions:
We are looking into multiple competitions in our surrounding area that each student can choose to participate in. We will be attending the Atwood Tumbling competition as we have in previous years. Your child does not have to attend competition to be a part of our tumbling program. In April we will be holding a McCook YMCA showcase where family and friends will be invited to watch what your child has learned though out the year.
Additional Fee’s:
Entry fees for the competition are a separate fee and are not included in the registration.
Each student will be required to order a shirt if they intend on competing. There is an option to order additional shirts to support your child at competitions; cost of shirts is $25.00.
Jitter Bugs (Level 2)
Tuesday 6:00-7:00pm or Thursday 5:00-6:00pm
Level 2: Intermediate Tumbling Class
Build on your basics with standing backbends, kickovers/walkovers progressions, one-handed cartwheels, and handsprings. Improve beam and bar skills with refined entries and transitions. Focus on control, safety, and progressive challenge in a supportive, energetic setting.
Prerequisites:
- Solid foundation in Level 1 skills
- Knowledge of basic cartwheel, basic handstand, and bridge
- Comfortable on beam and low bar, with guided supervision
What you’ll learn:
- Standing backbends and improved bridge flexibility
- Introduction to kickovers and walkovers on floor
- Progressions toward one-handed cartwheels
- Introduction to handsprings with proper technique and spotting
- Advanced skills on beam and bar (refined entries, controlled transitions, improved balance)
- Continued focus on form, safety, and technique at a faster pace
What to expect:
- Structured progressions with emphasis on control and consistency
- Moderate to high-energy sessions in a supportive environment
- Increased independence with ongoing coaching and spotting as needed
- Targeted warm-ups, mobility, and conditioning to support skill development
Class structure (typical):
- 5–10 minutes: dynamic warm-up and mobility
- 25–40 minutes: skill instruction, drills, and progressive practice with spotting
- 5–10 minutes: cooldown and flexibility work
What to bring:
- Comfortable athletic wear
- Gripped socks or bare feet as directed
- Water bottle
- Hair tied back, remove jewelry
Please keep in mind this class is only available to 15 students each month, advanced registration is encouraged. You may hold your child(ren)’s spot for the months you wish to attend with a $10 deposit per child, per month. All remaining class fees are due a week prior to the first class of the month. The deposit for advance registration is non-refundable if notice is not made within 14 days of the class start date. If notice is made within 14 days a credit will be issued to your YMCA account to be used on future programs.
We will have a waitlist for this class if it becomes full. The waitlist is on a first come first serve basis and we will notify you promptly if a spot becomes available.
The fee for this program is for the whole month you selected. Partial credits will not be issued if your child misses a class.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
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8/25/25 | 4/30/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 50.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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10/06/25 - 10/31/25
October - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 10/06/2025 |
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10/06/25 - 10/31/25
October - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 10/06/2025 |
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11/03/25 - 11/28/25
November - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 11/03/2025 |
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11/03/25 - 11/28/25
November - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 11/03/2025 |
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12/01/25 - 12/26/25
December - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 12/01/2025 |
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12/01/25 - 12/26/25
December - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 12/01/2025 |
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01/05/26 - 01/30/26
January - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 01/05/2026 |
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01/05/26 - 01/30/26
January - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 01/05/2026 |
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02/02/26 - 02/27/26
February - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 02/02/2026 |
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02/02/26 - 02/27/26
February - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 02/02/2026 |
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03/02/26 - 03/27/26
March - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 03/02/2026 |
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03/02/26 - 03/27/26
March - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 03/02/2026 |
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04/06/26 - 04/30/26
April - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 04/06/2026 |
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04/06/26 - 04/30/26
April - Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 04/06/2026 |
Jumping Beans (Level 3)
Thursdays 6:00pm-7:00pm
Level 3: Advanced Tumbling is for athletes with a strong foundation who are ready to push their skills further. Prerequisites include proficient cartwheels, round-offs, standing back bends, front limbers, and one-handed cartwheels, plus comfort on the beam and bars with supervision. In this level, you’ll learn side aerials, aerials, and front and back tucks, along with advanced beam and bar work.
Prerequisites:
- Proficient cartwheels, round-offs, standing back bends, front limbers, and one-handed cartwheels
- Comfortable on balance beam and bars with supervision
- Solid technique and body awareness
What you’ll learn:
- Advanced aerials: side and front
- Front and back tucks from safe progressions
- Mastery on beam and bar with cleaner transitions and increased confidence
What to expect:
- Challenging, technique-focused sessions with high-energy coaching
- Emphasis on precision, consistency, and spotting as needed
- Progressive drills to boost strength, flexibility, and aerial prowess
Class structure:
- 5–10 minutes: dynamic warm-up and mobility
- 30–40 minutes: skill instruction, drills, and progressive practice with spotting
- 5–10 minutes: cooldown and flexibility work
What to bring:
- Comfortable athletic wear
- Gripped socks or bare feet as directed
- Water bottle
- Hair tied back, no jewelry
Please keep in mind this class is only available to 15 students each month, advanced registration is encouraged. You may hold your child(ren)’s spot for the months you wish to attend with a $10 deposit per child, per month. All remaining class fees are due a week prior to the first class of the month. The deposit for advance registration is non-refundable if notice is not made within 14 days of the class start date. If notice is made within 14 days a credit will be issued to your YMCA account to be used on future programs.
We will have a waitlist for this class if it becomes full. The waitlist is on a first come first serve basis and we will notify you promptly if a spot becomes available.
The fee for this program is for the month you selected. Partial credits will not be issued if your child misses a class.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
8/25/25 | 4/30/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 50.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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10/06/25 - 10/31/25
October - Th - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 10/06/2025 |
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11/03/25 - 11/28/25
November - Th - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 11/03/2025 |
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12/01/25 - 12/26/25
December - Th - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 12/01/2025 |
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01/05/26 - 01/30/26
January - Th - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 01/05/2026 |
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02/02/26 - 02/27/26
February - Th - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 02/02/2026 |
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03/02/26 - 03/27/26
March - Th - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 03/02/2026 |
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04/06/26 - 04/30/26
April - Th - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 04/06/2026 |
Tumble Bugs (Level 1)
Tuesday 5:00-6:00pm
Beginner Tumbling Class (No Experience or Limited Experience) This class is designed for absolute beginners and those with little to no tumbling experience. We’ll build a solid foundation in movement, safety, and confidence while you learn basic skills at a comfortable pace.
What you’ll learn:
- Forward rolls and backward rolls (safe spotting and proper mechanics)
- Bridges and teacher-guided progression to a supported bridge
- Introduction to handstands (focus on alignment, balance, and core activation)
- Basic bars and beam familiarity (safe mounting/dismounts, grip basics, and balance on low-beam)
What to expect:
- Emphasis on safety, proper technique, and individualized progression
- Fun, supportive environment with positive reinforcement
- Small class sizes to ensure plenty of individual coaching
- Age-appropriate warm-ups, mobility work, and conditioning to prevent injuries
Equipment and skills progression:
- Floor: rolling paths, body positions, and basic tumbling transitions
- Beam: mounting basics, balance drills, and controlled steps
- Bars: safe grips and supported hangs or gentle swings on low bar (as appropriate for beginners)
- Handstands: wall-assisted practice, core strength, and shoulder stability
Prerequisites:
- Ability to follow basic directions and participate in gentle warm-ups
- Comfortable with basic movement on the floor and beam at a beginner level
What to bring:
- Comfortable athletic wear, grip-friendly socks or barefoot as directed, water bottle
- Hair pulled back, no jewelry
Class structure:
- 5–10 minutes: warm-up and mobility
- 25–35 minutes: skill instruction and practice with spotting
- 5–10 minutes: cooldown and stretch
Please keep in mind this class is only available to 10 students each month, advanced registration is encouraged. You may hold your child(ren)’s spot for the months you wish to attend with a $10 deposit per child, per month. All remaining class fees are due a week prior to the first class of the month. The deposit for advance registration is non-refundable if notice is not made within 14 days of the class start date. If notice is made within 14 days a credit will be issued to your YMCA account to be used on future programs.
We will have a waitlist for this class if it becomes full. The waitlist is on a first come first serve basis and we will notify you promptly if a spot becomes available.
The fee for this program is for the whole month you selected. Partial credits will not be issued if your child misses a class.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Member | Non-Member | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
8/25/25 | 4/30/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 40.00 | $ 50.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
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10/06/25 - 10/31/25
October - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 10/06/2025 |
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11/03/25 - 11/28/25
November - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 11/03/2025 |
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12/01/25 - 12/26/25
December - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 12/01/2025 |
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01/05/26 - 01/30/26
January - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 01/05/2026 |
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02/02/26 - 02/27/26
February - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 02/02/2026 |
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03/02/26 - 03/27/26
March - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 03/02/2026 |
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04/06/26 - 04/30/26
April - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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$ 10.00 |
Register Closes 04/06/2026 |