Important schedule update
No Classes – Saturday 24 October
Saturday 24 October 2026, 9:00am to Saturday 24 October 2026, 12:00pm
Due to venue unavailability, there will be no classes on this date. All other classes will run as normal.
Gymnastics
Gymnastics helps develop strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and confidence through a wide range of movements and activities.
About Gymnastics
Our gymnastics classes introduce gymnasts to a wide range of movements and skills using different pieces of gymnastics equipment.
Classes are suitable for complete beginners as well as gymnasts with previous experience, with activities adapted to suit their ability.
Learning and Progression
Our gymnastics classes are group led, with gymnasts learning and practising skills together. Most gymnasts progress through the programme at a similar pace, although coaches adapt activities and provide additional support to accommodate different abilities and learning speeds.
Developing Gymnastics Skills
Gymnasts develop strength, flexibility, balance and coordination through floor work and apparatus activities, including beam, bars and vault.
Beginners learn fundamental movements such as rolls, balances, jumps and controlled landings, progressing to skills including handstands, cartwheels and more complex movements as their abilities develop.
Rise Gymnastics
We follow Rise Gymnastics, the British Gymnastics recreational development programme, alongside our own club skill levels.
Rise is divided into three phases:
- Discover: Introduces basic movement skills, balance and coordination.
- Explore: Develops gymnastics techniques across different activities and apparatus.
- Excel: Builds on existing skills with more advanced movements and combinations.
Gymnasts work towards suitable awards during their regular classes, with certificates and medals available to purchase when an award is completed.
Competitions and Further Development
Gymnasts can continue developing their skills through recreational classes without taking part in competitions.
For those interested in competing, we offer an invitation only Club Development programme, providing additional training and preparation for club and local competitions.
Coaches invite gymnasts based on their ability and progress. Further information is available on our Squad & Competitions page below.
Class Times
Our gymnastics classes currently run at various times on:
- Thursday: 4:15pm to 6:00pm
- Saturday: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Class times vary depending on age, ability and availability. Current members can find their exact class details in the Member Hub.
Become a Member
Interested in joining Heights? Find out how to get started and register your interest in a suitable class.