Build Confidence. Learn New Skills. Have Fun. 

From first rolls and cartwheels to handsprings and advanced skills, YMCA Tumbling gives young people a supportive place to build strength, flexibility, coordination and confidence.

Our progressive tumbling program meets each participant at their current skill level and helps them grow through instruction, encouragement and practice.

Getting Started Is Easy

All tumblers begin with a FREE placement test so our instructors can determine the class that best matches their current skill level.

The only exception is our Parent/Toddler class, which does not require a placement test.

We currently have openings at all levels!

SCHEDULE A FREE PLACEMENT TEST HERE

Monthly Fees

Tumbling Levels & Schedules

Following the placement test, our instructors will recommend the appropriate class based on each tumbler's current skills and readiness.

Parent/Toddler

Starting at 19 months old | No placement test required

Tuesday | 5:30–6:00 p.m.

Young children explore the basics of tumbling with the help of an adult partner. Participants have opportunities to explore equipment, try new movements and build strength and flexibility—all while having fun! One adult for every two children is required to assist the instructor and help participants stay engaged.

Beginner

Monday | 4:45–5:30 p.m.

Tuesday | 6:10–6:55 p.m.

Designed for tumblers with little to no experience. Participants build strong fundamentals while working on skills including stretching, forward and backward rolls, handstands, cartwheels and backbends.

Both Beginner classes are the same skill level.

Advanced Beginner

Wednesday | 5:30–6:30 p.m.

The next step after Beginner, this class helps tumblers strengthen their foundational skills and begin connecting those skills into passes.

Sub-Novice/Novice

Monday | 5:40–6:40 p.m.

Tumblers continue building strength and technique while progressing to skills such as backbend walkovers, front walkovers and back handspring fundamentals.

Novice (currently combined with Sub Novice Class)

Monday | 6:45–7:45 p.m.

Our most advanced tumbling level focuses on strength, technique and progressive skill development. Participants work on advanced skills such as back handsprings, front and back tucks, aerials, layouts and twists while continuing to strengthen fundamentals and connect skills into passes.

Private & Semi-Private Tumbling Lessons

Looking for more individualized instruction? We also offer private and semi-private tumbling lessons.

Private lessons provide one-on-one instruction, while semi-private lessons provide instruction for two participants—making them a great option for siblings or friends.

Thursdays | Flexible Scheduling

Friday | Flexible Scheduling

For availability and registration, contact Erica Lawson at elawson@knoxymca.org or 309-344-1324.

Ready to Get Started?

We'll help determine the right starting point so your tumbler can learn, grow and build confidence at a pace that's right for them.

SCHEDULE A FREE PLACEMENT TEST HERE

Questions about the Tumbling Program? Contact Erica Lawson at elawson@knoxymca.org or 309-344-1324.