Men's Artistic Gymnastics use six different pieces of apparatus.
Boys for these squads are selected by experienced coaches following an initial trial. The boys are chosen because they demonstrate natural physical requirements and potential. Once in this squad the gymnasts follow a training program designed to improve flexibility, strength and coordination which will allow them to develop the required skills at a later stage. Regular attendance is very important for gymnasts in these squads.
The squads are for selected gymnasts who wish to work towards taking part in competitions. Gymnastics is a demanding sport and squad members and their families need to realise that entry into a squad requires enormous commitment. In order to be successful a squad the gymnast will need to attend regularly, be committed to their training program and develop a high level of self-discipline. Through hard work and commitment pathways to national and international competitions can be achieved. This can also have path ways to National squads and International competitions.
Embedding physical activity into the school day through active travel to and from school, active break times and active lessons and teaching.
Develop or add to the PE, Physical Activity and Sport that your school provides.
Providing targeted activities or support to involve and encourage the least active children.
An accredited RB Gym and Sport Balance-ability Instructor
Balance-ability bikes and pedal bikes
Balance and co-ordination training aids
Road awareness signs and course cones
Visual activity cards
The delivery of gymnastics at both KS1 and KS2 was of a poor standard due to lack of confidence and subject knowledge of staff. The priority on the PE Development Plan was to provide a range of CPD opportunities for staff (including HLTAs) to increase their confidence and skillset when delivering gymnastics lessons. Staff were also having difficulty with differentiating effectively for all children in PE lessons to ensure all children made progress.
When looking for an external provider, we want them to be approachable, flexible, organised, professional but most importantly – highly knowledgeable about the primary PE curriculum and a clear understanding of the learning styles for all pupils.
Many years ago, I worked in a school where Ryan Bradley delivered high quality gymnastics levels to KS1 and KS2 pupils. When I moved to a Wolverhampton school, it was clear that PE and School Sport was lacking in this same quality, so we were fortunate enough to acquire the services of RB Gym to deliver a range of PPA and CPD sessions. We have used other providers and I could not recommend RB Gym and Sport more highly – due to their highly qualified PE Curriculum Support Mentors, their affiliation with AfPE and the range of services they provide.
RB Gym and Sport gave many options to meet our needs of improving confidence of staff in delivering the PE curriculum and extra-curricular opportunities.RB Gym and Sport gave many options to meet our needs of improving confidence and upskilling staff when delivering the PE curriculum. A tailored CPD programme was put in place and reviewed regularly to ensure there was clear impact.
The profile of PE and School Sport has raised throughout the school and, as a result, more children have taken part in extra-curricular activities and have also started to attend gymnastics clubs outside of school. Our teaching staff now feel more confident when delivering PE lessons and they have been observed developing and challenging pupils as they make lessons more engaging, active and purposeful.
Yes! If you prefer one-on-one coaching, we offer private gymnastics lessons tailored to your specific needs, whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills in artistic gymnastics, acrobatic gymnastics, or even adult gymnastics. Private lessons are a great way to get personalised attention and fast-track your progress.
Registering for gymnastics classes at Earls Gymnastics is easy! Browse the available classes, and choose the one that fits your schedule and age group. You can sign up online or contact us directly for more information. Our team is happy to help guide you to the best class for your needs.
Artistic gymnastics focuses on individual routines using equipment such as the balance beam, floor exercise, vault, and uneven bars. It’s a popular discipline in both men's and women's gymnastics. On the other hand, acrobatic gymnastics involves partnerships or groups performing coordinated movements, flips, and acrobatics. At Earls Gymnastics, we offer both styles, catering to various interests and skill levels.
Men's artistic gymnastics is a discipline where male gymnasts perform on six apparatuses: floor exercise, pommel horse, still rings, vault, parallel bars, and horizontal bar. Each apparatus requires a combination of strength, control, and technical skills.
Acrobatic gymnastics, often referred to as "Acro," involves gymnasts working together to perform routines that include acrobatic moves, dance, and tumbling. These routines showcase balance, agility, and trust between partners.
Artistic gymnastics is a discipline where athletes perform short routines on different apparatuses, such as the vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor for women, and floor, pommel horse, rings, vault, parallel bars, and horizontal bar for men. It combines strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination.
While our current offerings focus on children and teenagers, gymnastics provides significant benefits for adults as well, including improved strength, flexibility, and mental health. We recommend contacting us directly to inquire about potential adult classes or alternative options in the area.
