Spring Fever Is Here...
Dear Friends, Families and Students,
Wow! We were all teased by the spring weather and in typical St. Louis fashion then we get hit by a huge snow storm a couple of days later. Hopefully everyone got to spend quality time with family and friends. Let’s hope the nice weather “springs” it’s beautiful face soon!!
With spring near we have plenty of awesome activities just around the corner. This newsletter is full of information you need.
Welcome also to all the new families subscribing to our e-publication. We love finding new ways stay in touch. We’ll be adding new photos every issue, so be sure to forward it along to friends and family.
We also want to thank you all for participating in the Team Photography last month. The photographs turned out great, and they will be available for pick up on or after March 17th.
By the way, did you know that when you take the week off classes during Spring Break (March 17-21) to spend with your family, we keep very busy! We’ll take that week to make some changes and renovations in our facilities. We love making more and more room for classes that are growing. Both our TumbleTots Program and our Cheerleading Program will be getting more space, thanks to their growing programs. The Kamp Kids World during Spring Break will be using the other side our facilities during their day programs. Spring is a wonderful time to improve what we already do so well: take time to train and teach your children the love of fitness and healthy activities.
To everyone, we hope you have a happy Easter, while we all hop into the new season.
| P.S. Next up is our “Meet Me in St. Louis”, a trampoline and tumbling competition being held on Sat March 29th. (Did you know trampoline is an Olympic Event?) For more information check out our link www.stlouiselite.org/meetmeinstlouis/. We are all getting psyched about this event!! |
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Area News...
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Make a date for this Friday!
Friday, March 14th is this month’s date for Parent’s Night Out. Take advantage of this wonderful and affordable night out while your children have a blast at the gym.
- Time: 6:00 pm to 10:00 p.m.
- Cost per child - $15 includes:
- recreational open gym time
- Fun and activities for all skill levels
- Playtime with friends, family and neighbors who aren’t members at Kids World
- Snacks available at front desk.
Remember, non-members are invited, too. They need a signed permission slip, be age 6 or older and wear comfortable clothes.
For more information or to make reservations, contact us or call 838-JUMP. |
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Sign up now.
Monday, March 17 to Friday, March 21
Space is limited!
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Two Ways to Enjoy Kamp Kids World:
1) Recreational Kamp - 9:00 to 3:30 p.m.
During this time we'll have structured activities based on our recreational classes:
- gymnastics
- trampoline & tumbling
- cheerleading
They will also have time for organized games, arts & crafts, lunch, songs, and all sorts of fun!
2) Team Tumbling Camp - 9:00 to 1:00 p.m.
And for our older athletes we are offering an Intensive Tumbling Camp during Spring Break. This camp is taught by the best tumbling coaches in the gym. Students need to have a roundoff and be working on a back handspring to join. This is an excellent opportunity to work on those advanced tumbling skills, so sign up today!
*Boys & Girls
* Kindergarten and up
* Before and After Care Available * |
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Saturday & Sunday - April 5th & 6th
All Students in all age levels - from Toddlers to Teens - are invited to participate in Our Students Showcase Event. We hold this recreational meet for our students to experience the excitement and thrill of performing in front of friends and family in this very special event. Everyone is a winner at the Students Showcase Event.
To participate, the one time fee of $15 per student will cover the costs for then entire event. FREE Admission for all Spectators and Guests so please invite everyone for your child's cheering section.
The recreational meets event schedule is still being developed, but stay tuned for more information as the dates near. In the meantime, pick up Invite Cards on the front desk, or send an e-invite on our website by clicking here.
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Current Class Activities:
New Tumbletots Classes Starting
- Tuesday - 7:00 pm
- Wednesday - 5:00 pm
- Thursday - 5:00 pm
- Saturday - 9:00 am
- Saturday - Noon
New Gymnastics Classes Starting
For more information or to sign up, contact us or call 838-JUMP.
Featured Program: Baton Twirling Evolved
Twirlers have been featured on ESPN, and competitions like the Congressional Cup have been televised in many areas. As the sport gains credibility, we will see more university scholarships offered to twirlers, more press coverage of competitions, and perhaps even inclusion in the Olympics.
The Introductory Baton Twirling program includes instruction on team twirling, individual competition skills, and basic strut/parade technique. |
In the beginning, there were manly drum majors swinging maces. Then, girls got involved and white boots and slim batons replaced shako hats and heavy maces.
Today's twirler is far removed from the baton twirlers of even a decade ago. Now twirlers are athletes -- twirling requires the stamina of a distance runner, the coordination of a baseball or basketball player, the grace and balance of a gymnast, the concentration of a quarterback, and the determination and dedication necessary to be successful in virtually any sport.
Competitive twirling has come a long way as well. Outside of the limited twirling organizations, there were few opportunities for the world to see twirlers compete. Pageants, like Miss America, were our best press. And while those who donned tiaras to show the world their twirling are to be commended for their achievements, twirling was presented more as a lightweight talent than a true sport. My, how things have changed. Baton twirling is now a part of the AAU Junior Olympics, and has been tentatively approved by the NCAA on its list of emerging sports for women. |
We have openings in our preschool and general classes, so contact us today about Baton Twirling at Kids World! |
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From Gene & Marnie
News to Our Area
Current Class Activities
Feature Program
Great Shots of
Great Moments
About A Coach
Here's just a few Great Shots of Great Moments that happen at Kids World Gymnastics:
(photos by Barb Ryan)
About A Coach:
Position: T & T Head Coach and Morning Front Desk
About Me: I have been involved with the sport of Trampoline & Tumbling for the past eleven years both as an athlete and as a coach. As an athlete I have won numerous State Championships and Regional Championships and medaled at National Championships on trampoline, double mini, and synchronized trampoline. As a coach I have had eight athletes who won the gold at the National Championships and more than I can count who have medaled. In addition to that I am an internationally-certified judge in Trampoline & Tumbling and have served on the Kansas and Missouri Board of Directors as the Judge’s Representative and the Regional Board as the Athlete Representative.
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