BELOW IS A LIST OF CLASSES, TIMES AND PRICES. IF YOU ARE NOT SURE WHERE YOUR CHILD WOULD BEST FIT, COME IN FOR A FREE EVALUATION!
Classes, times & fees subject to change without notice.
CLASSES/TIMES/PRICES
TUMBLING TUMBLING TUMBLING TUMBLING TUMBLING
TODDLER TUMBLING (ages 3 - 5) WEDNESDAYS 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. (CLASS MAY BE FILLED, CALL OR E-MAIL FOR AVAILABILITY)We will be using the hands-on approach to gain coordination and learn to recognize and isolate muscle groups while having FUN, FUN, FUN! We use a variety of exercises and equipment to maximize the learning experience. Some of the equipment used will be octagons, wedge mats, balance beam and spring tracks. Then they get a bonus playtime at the end as a reward for good work ethic!
$29.00/month
BASIC TUMBLING (ages 4 & up) MONDAY 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. & TUESDAY 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. (SOME CLASSES MAY BE FILLED - CALL FOR AVAILABILITY) Basic tumbling is for the child who has very little, if any, training in tumbling. We will begin work on basic coordination, flexibility and muscle group recognition. We will begin working handstands, arches, front and back rolls, and cartwheels. Students will learn basic body positions, such as stretch, tuck, pike and straddle and learn the importance of tightness and overall form. PA uses "station training", so there is NO WAITING time for students - they are constantly at work! Target skills will be: SOLID FORM-CORRECT HANDSTAND; FLEXIBLE BACK-ARCH; FRONT ROLL; CARTWHEEL; ROUND-OFF; and WALKOVERS. Class sizes maxes out at 14.
$30.00/month
INTERMEDIATE TUMBLING (ages 5 & up) MONDAY 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.; Tuesday 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. (SOME CLASSES MAY BE FILLED - CALL FOR AVAILABILITY) Intermediate tumbling is a progression from Basic Tumbling. Intermediate students will be expected to have a solid and form-correct handstand, front and back rolls, cartwheels and be able to hold a back arch correctly for at least 15 seconds. Students must have perfected all target skills listed in Basic Tumbling (students can progress to intermediate if he or she can do a walkover with a spotter) and be ready to work handsprings. PA uses "station training" so there is NO WAITING time for students - they are constantly at work! TARGET SKILLS: (MUST HAVE PERFECTED ALL BASIC LEVEL SKILLS) SOLID WALKOVERS; BACK AND FRONT HANDSPRINGS; BEGIN FORM WORK AND SET DRILLS FOR TUCKS AND PUNCH FRONTS. Class size maxes out at 14.
$30.00/month
ADVANCED TUMBLING (ages 5 & up) MONDAY 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. (CLASS MAY BE FILLED - CALL FOR AVAILABILITY) Advanced tumbling students will have perfected all skills from Basic and Intermediate Tumbling and have a solid standing bhs, front handspring, and roundoff back handspring. PA uses "station training" so there is NO WAITING time for students - they are constantly at work! TARGET SKILLS: Handspring series; combination passes; tucks - roundoff and standing; pikes; layouts; punch fronts; front ariels; fulls; double fulls. Class size maxes out at 14.
$30.00/month
RECREATIONAL CHEER TEAMS RECREATIONAL CHEER TEAMS
RECREATIONAL CHEER TEAM (ages 6 - 12) CALL FOR DATES/TIMES *LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE These teams will be the official cheer teams for the Mt. Vernon Park District Football Leagues. Teams will train in cheers, chants, jumps and stunts and will cheer at 4-6 games during the fall season.
$25.00/month
COMPETITIVE CHEER COMPETITIVE CHEER COMPETITIVE CHEER
TINY COMPETITIVE CHEER (ages 5 & under) CALL FOR DAYS/TIMES Our PA Embers exhibition a routine withbasic skills such as front rolls, arches, cartwheels, basic stunts, jumps, dance and more! Embers only exhibition 3-5 times per season (all within a close proximity) and also perform at random community events. This is a great program if you want to introduce your little ones to cheer skills and encourage them to build self-confidence by performing with a team.
$39.00/month
MINI COMPETITIVE CHEER (ages 8 & under) CALL FOR DAYS/TIMES Sparklers,is a competitive cheer team who competes approximately 4-6 times per season (most competitions being within a 1 - 1.5 hour or less driving distance) and exhibitions in community events, such as parades and festivals. All elements of cheer, including choreography, is taught during classes. We work on tumbling, jumps, dance, stunts, and motions and incorporate them all into a 2.5 minute performance routine.
$45.00/month
YOUTH COMPETITIVE CHEER (ages 12 & under) CALL FOR DAYS/TIMES Blaze Youth Cheer Team is competing the upcoming season in a level 1 or 2 division. We will work all elements of cheer and will encourage and work toward all team members getting their back handspring and roundoff back handspring. Blaze will compete 5-6 times per season within a 1 - 1.5 hour proximity. Team members will work all areas of cheer and compete a routine consisting of intermediate level skills. Blaze will also perform at area events.
$49.00/month ($45 for May through July)
JUNIOR/SENIOR COMPETITIVE CHEER (ages 18 & under) CALL FOR DAYS/TIMES Junior and Senior teams are competitive cheer teams who compete approximately 5-6 times per season and exhibitions in community events, such as parades and festivals. All elements of cheer, including choreography, is taught during class. Skills for these teams will be intermediate to advanced.
$49.00/month ($45 for May through July)
COMPETITIVE DANCE COMPETITIVE DANCE COMPETITIVE DANCE
MINI/YOUTH COMPETITIVE DANCE (ages 11 & under) CALL FOR DAYS/TIMES Mini or youth competitive dance is for the beginner to intermediate level dancer. We work in pom and funk/hip-hop styles and learn 2-3 routines per competitive season. Mini and Youth Dance competes approximately 4-5 times per season.
$39.00/month
JUNIOR/SENIOR COMPETITIVE DANCE (ages 18 & under) CALL FOR DAYS/TIMES Junior and senior competitive dance is for the intermediate to advanced level dancer. Choreography moves quickly and requires basic tech skills, such as single turns, leaps, toe touches and basic tricks. Junior and senior dance works mainly in pom, jazz and funk/hip-hop styles. Junior dance learns 2-4 routines per year and competes 5-6 times per season.
$49.00/month
OPEN COMPETITIVE DANCE (ages 18 & up) CALL FOR AVAILABILITY!! Open Competitive Dance is for students 18 and older who still have the desire to stay active in dance and compete. Students will learn intermediate to advanced level choreography in pom and funk/hip-hop styles. Open Dance competes approximately 3-5 times per year and also exhibitions in community events.
$39.00/month
PRIVATE SESSIONS PRIVATE SESSIONS PRIVATE SESSIONS
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION (DAYS AND TIMES VARY - call for availability) Students may sign up for private instruction with their coach of choice. Sessions are in 30 minute increments. Students choose what areas of cheer, dance or tumbling they wish to work on.
$15.00/session for PA members & $20.00/session for non-members
CHECK BACK OFTEN - NEW CLASSES & TEAMS ADDED REGULARLY!
***ATTENTION SCHOOL CHEER COACHES!!!***
PA also welcomes schools! We can organize a class or a clinic JUST FOR YOUR TEAM! We can focus on tumbling, stunts, choreography or whatever other element you are interested in!
PACKAGE DEALS!!!
A. MINI/YOUTH CHEER + MINI/YOUTH DANCE: $59.00/month (can also add any level tumbling class for an added $16.00/month)
B. JUNIOR/SENIOR CHEER + JUNIOR/SENIOR DANCE: $69.00/month (can also add any level tumbling class for an added $16.00/month)
C. IF YOUR CHILD IS ON ANY COMPETITIVE CHEER AND/OR DANCE TEAM, YOU CAN ADD A TUMBLING CLASS FOR AN ADDITIONAL $16/MONTH
MULTIPLE CHILDREN DISCOUNT:
First child within immediate family: REGULAR PRICE
Second child within immediate family: 30% discount on second child's fees
Third child within immediate family: 50% discount on third child's fees
Fourth child within immediate family: FREE
REMEMBER ALSO THAT PA OFFERS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO QUALIFY. FINANCIAL FORMS ARE AVAILABLE TO PRINT OUT OFF OUR WEBSITE (go to the "Financial Assistance" icon on our homepage) OR AT THE FRONT DESK AT OUR FACILITY.