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)

• • 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.

Jitter Bugs (Level 2)

• • 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.

Jumping Beans (Level 3)

• • Tuesday 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.

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.