Programs, Classes & FAQ
Explore class descriptions, schedules, safety philosophy, and answers to common parent questions. All classes feature safe-falling mechanics, trampoline foundations, and multi-discipline side stations.
Program Offerings
Honey Time (Ages 14 mo – 3 yrs)
Introduce your little one to the magic of the gym in a safe, fun, and structured environment! This interactive class requires a guardian to participate on the floor. Toddlers explore brand-new surfaces, equipment, and sensory stations while burning energy and making friends. Classes feature basic trampoline time for foundational movement skills, alongside occasional side stations introducing a dash of other gym disciplines. At the core of everything we teach is our essential safety curriculum: how to fall safely to protect them during play, sports, or sudden trips at home. (Note: Listening ears take time—don't worry if your toddler is excited!)
View Openings & Register →Dream Chasers (Ages 3 – 5)
The next step up for graduates of Honey Time—no guardian required on the floor! Designed for high-energy, active kids ready to learn structure and teamwork. Alongside foundational skill-building on vault, bars, beam, and floor, students will occasionally encounter fun side stations introducing elements from tumbling and ninja. Every class utilizes trampoline work to build body awareness and emphasizes our cornerstone safety curriculum: learning how to fall safely for a lifetime of athletic protection.
View Openings & Register →Beginner Gymnastics (Ages 5+)
Perfect for children starting their gymnastics journey with zero experience required. Athletes learn fundamental gymnastics technique across all four traditional apparatuses: vault, bars, beam, and floor. Classes feature occasional side stations introducing light elements from tumbling and ninja, plus foundational trampoline air-awareness. At the core of every class is our safety curriculum: teaching students how to fall properly to protect them in gym sports and everyday life.
View Openings & Register →Intermediate Gymnastics (Ages 6+)
For athletes who have mastered basic beginner skills and are ready to tackle movements requiring greater strength, coordination, and determination on vault, bars, beam, and floor. Supplemented by foundational trampoline work and occasional cross-training side stations. We continuously reinforce safe falling mechanics and progressive body awareness. Gymnasts often spend a rewarding season or two at this level building strong foundations, and many begin exploring competitive team tracks here!
View Openings & Register →Level 1 Tumbling (Ages 4+)
Floor-only tumbling training tailored for cheerleaders, dancers, or anyone looking to build tumbling confidence (great for trampoline park safety, too!). While focusing heavily on proper foundational technique and body conditioning, classes incorporate trampoline fundamentals and occasional side stations introducing other disciplines. Crucially, every class includes our core safety curriculum on how to fall safely.
View Openings & Register →Level 2 Tumbling (Ages 5+)
Designed for athletes who have mastered Level 1 fundamentals and are ready to introduce running tumbling basics. This class focuses deeply on advanced technique, core strength, mental focus, and trampoline foundations, along with occasional side stations to keep drills dynamic. We rigorously practice proper safe-falling mechanics to ensure athletes stay protected as their power grows.
View Openings & Register →Level 3 Tumbling (Ages 6+)
"Look ma, no hands!" Once foundational mechanics and strict technique are locked in, athletes are ready to start flipping hands-free. Focuses on advanced running and standing tumbling, including multiple back handsprings, back tucks, and introductory back layouts, paired with rigorous conditioning, trampoline air-time, and advanced safe-falling mechanics.
View Openings & Register →Ninja Quest (Ages 4 – 6)
A beginner-intermediate training ground for future Ninja Warriors! Young athletes build agility, raw strength, balance, coordination, and spatial awareness across obstacles and warped walls. Students also enjoy trampoline fundamentals and occasional side stations touching on gymnastics and tumbling. At the absolute core is our vital safety curriculum: teaching kids how to fall safely wherever they play.
View Openings & Register →Ninja Warrior (Ages 8+)
Intermediate-to-advanced ninja training for older kids ready to push their limits. Focuses on advanced grip and upper-body strength, cardiovascular endurance, complex balance blocks, progressive obstacle courses, and trampoline agility. Continuous refinement of safe-falling and landing mechanics ensures athletes build protective skills that serve them in any athletic endeavor.
View Openings & Register →Competitive Team (USAG DP & Xcel)
For athletes who have developed a passion for gymnastics, advanced strength, and dedication, Heart of Ohio Athletics offers competitive team opportunities through both the USAG Xcel and Development Program (DP) tracks. We believe in healthy development without a "win at all costs" mentality. Because team placement depends on skill milestones, readiness, and commitment level, we invite families to connect with us directly to discuss practice schedules and evaluations.
Email Coaching Staff About Team →Frequently Asked Questions
What is your coaching philosophy and gym culture?
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We are proudly not a "win at all costs" gym. We believe each athlete's individual goals lead the way, and we understand that not every student wants to reach elite competitive levels—and that is wonderful! Our mission is to provide an encouraging environment teaching strong fundamentals, deep body awareness, and how to fall properly. We want kids who are confident, hardworking, and never afraid to fail, because failure is how we learn. Whether they stay with us for life or use our gym as a foundation for cheer, soccer, volleyball, basketball, football, wrestling, or track, we love seeing our students grow into successful adults.
What is the first day of class like for a new student?
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Walking into a new gym can feel a little intimidating, so we make sure the first day is welcoming, low-stress, and fun. Coaches greet your child warmly, introduce them to their group, and guide them step-by-step through each activity. With our small class sizes, coaches give personal attention right away so new athletes feel comfortable, learn gym safety rules, and make friends quickly.
What are your class ratios and how are stations set up?
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Our student-to-coach ratio is strictly kept to 8 students to 1 coach or less to ensure high repetitions, personal attention, and maximum safety. During classes, we utilize up to 4 different zones in the gym to keep energy high and prevent waiting in lines. Furthermore, our class circuits remain basically the same for two weeks, and then rotate. This allows kids to build muscle memory and familiarity without the classes ever feeling old or stale.
Why do you teach safe falling in every single class?
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At the absolute core of our curriculum across every program (from Honey Time toddlers to advanced team gymnasts) is teaching students how to fall safely. Learning proper falling mechanics, tucking the chin, and dissipating impact is a foundational lifetime skill. It protects athletes during sports and active play, but is just as valuable for everyday life—protecting them from a sudden trip or slip in the living room or playground.
What is the difference between Gymnastics, Tumbling, and Ninja?
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Gymnastics: Trains across all four Olympic events (vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise) building full-body grace, strength, and flexibility.
Tumbling: Focuses strictly on floor-based acrobatic tumbling (rolls, cartwheels, back handsprings, tucks, layouts) designed primarily for cheerleaders, dancers, and trampoline enthusiasts.
Ninja: Fast-paced obstacle training focusing on agility, grip strength, balance, parkour moves, air pit landings, and scaling the warped wall.
Do you offer short-term options, clinics, or private lessons?
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Yes! Throughout the year we host weekend pop-up classes, seasonal camps, and specialized clinics (such as Back Handspring intensives, twisting clinics, and bar giant clinics) for athletes who cannot commit to weekly classes or want targeted skill breakthroughs. We also offer private 1-on-1 coaching and professional routine choreography for gymnastics and cheer routines.
How does billing, tuition, and enrollment work?
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Classes run year-round, and once enrolled your child attends the same day and time each week. We operate on an auto-enroll and auto-withdrawal system where tuition is charged on the 1st of every month. Be sure to check the recurring billing box in the portal to avoid past-due balances.
• Annual Registration Fee: $35 per student, charged once a year upon initial sign-up.
• Immediate Prorated Start: You can start anytime! If you join mid-month, tuition automatically prorates for remaining classes.
• Dropping a Class: To discontinue, simply submit a Drop Request inside the iClassPro portal so you aren't charged for the next month.
How do Birthday Parties and private facility rentals work?
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We offer 100% private 2-hour gym birthday parties!
• Single Side (Rec/Ninja or Team): $350 for up to 15 kids ($15 per additional child, 20 kid maximum).
• Both Sides of Gym: $600 for full facility access.
• Included: Full private gym access, bounce house (if desired), 30 minutes setup time before the party, and a coach to supervise and lead games.
• Food & Waivers: You bring cake, food, and drinks. Payment is due prior to start via cash or Venmo. Important: Every attendee (including adults entering the gym floor) must have a signed online waiver via our iClassPro portal.
Have questions or need help finding the right level?
Reach out directly to our coaching and administrative team—we're happy to answer your questions and help guide your athlete's placement.