Program Philosophy:
The Portage Township YMCA strives to help participants grow spiritually, mentally and physically while providing challenging activities for children of all ages under the guidance of our caring and well-trained staff.
 
Staffing:
Our YMCA Staff are enthusiastic individuals who are experienced in providing each child with a safe, fun experience. Each staff, member is a positive role model, dedicated to meeting the needs of each child in order to provide the best possible gymnastics experience. All staff members are trained in CPR, advanced first aid and best practices for Universal Precautions. 

Financial Assistance:
Financial assistance applications are available at the YMCA Welcome Center. We hope to touch the lives of all children who love this sport, regardless of their family’s financial status.

Progressive Gymnsatics:
We offer several levels of gynastics for those with no expierence up to pre-team for ages 3 to 16 years. Classes are offered monthly 1 to 2 times per week and start at just $25/month. Click the Register Online Now button for a full list of program offerings.
 
National Gymnastics Association Program:
The Portage Township YMCA competitive team gymnastics is a proud member of the National Gymnastics Association (NGA). The NGA was created by the gymnastics community to provide a positive and healthy competitive and wellness program for the sport of gymnastics that will permit participants of all ages and ability levels to achieve their own personal goals.  They are governed by one set of rules, one set of deductions, and one goal; to keep the business of gymnastics strong by providing a fun, safe environment for all levels of athletes. 
 While NGA competition is inclusive of all genders, the Portage Township YMCA team program is exclusive to females due to the availbility of differing equipment.
In addition to the YMCA monthly program fees which includes 4-hours of practice time per week, there is an annual $35 athlete fee paid directly to NGA, and team equipment such as, but not limited to competition leotard.

Private Lessons:
Gymnastics private lessons are specifically designed to improve and/or learn a specific skillset.  Ages 5+ offered on Fridays from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM in 30 or 60 minute sessions. Prices vary. See online program registration for details.