Gymnastics FAQs
FAQs
POPULAR QUESTIONS
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POPULAR QUESTIONS
Gymnastics FAQs for Queens Families
Everything parents ask us most often about gymnastics classes at our Flushing gym, from what age to start through what your child should wear. If your question is not here, call us at (718) 263-2121 or browse all of our programs.
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Ages and Getting Started
Most children can start gymnastics between ages 2 and 5, and the right entry point depends on independence more than ability. At Lana’s Gymnastics Club we take children from age 2 in a parent-and-child class, from 2.5 in our first independent toddler class, and from 3.5 in a full preschool class. There is no advantage to starting earlier than your child is ready. A confident 4 year old will progress faster than a reluctant 2 year old.
We accept students from age 2 through age 16. Our programs are grouped by age and stage: Mommy and Me for ages 2 to 3, Tiny Tots for 2.5 to 3.5, Preschool Gymnastics for 3.5 to 5, and Girls Gymnastics and Boys Gymnastics from age 5 up. Our competitive team program runs alongside the recreational program for invited gymnasts.
No. Most children who join us have never taken a gymnastics class. Every program has a beginner level, and beginners train with other beginners rather than being placed alongside experienced gymnasts. Coaches start with fundamentals: body shapes, balance, safe landings, and basic tumbling. If your child does have previous experience at another gym, tell us when you register and we will place them accordingly.
Ages 2 to 3 start in Mommy and Me, where a parent or caregiver is on the floor. Ages 2.5 to 3.5 move to Tiny Tots, a 45 minute independent class. Ages 3.5 to 5 join Preschool Gymnastics for 55 minutes. From age 5, children move into Girls Gymnastics or Boys Gymnastics, where classes run 55 minutes to 2 hours by level. If your child sits between two programs, call us.
If your child has no previous experience they will start at the beginner level of our recreational program. If you have any concerns about placement, speak with our office manager, who will be glad to guide you. Moving up is based on demonstrated skills rather than time served. Coaches assess readiness on each apparatus, and your child advances when the skills are consistent, not on a fixed calendar.
Cost and Enrollment
Tuition depends on the program, your child’s level, and how many classes per week you choose. Current pricing for every class is listed in our online parent portal, where you can see the fee for each specific class before you enroll. We offer options based on classes per week and program duration. If you would rather talk it through, call the office at (718) 263-2121 and we will walk you through the options for your child’s age.
Competitive team costs more than recreational classes because training hours are higher and there are additional season expenses beyond tuition, including competition entry fees, team leotard and warm-up, and travel to meets. Because costs vary by level, we go through the full season budget with every family before a gymnast accepts a team invitation. No family is asked to commit without seeing the complete picture first.
Registration is handled entirely online through our parent portal. Choose your child’s program, pick a class time that works, and complete enrollment in a few minutes. You can also call the office at (718) 263-2121 and we will register your child over the phone, which is often easier for first-time families who are not sure which class to pick. Popular after-school and Sunday morning slots fill first, so register early.
Classes and Schedule
Class length varies by program and level, ranging from 45 minutes to 2 hours. Mommy and Me and Tiny Tots run 45 minutes, which matches a toddler’s attention span. Preschool Gymnastics runs 55 minutes. Girls and Boys Gymnastics run 55 minutes for beginners and up to 2 hours for advanced levels, because there is more apparatus work to rotate through at higher levels.
Preschool-age children typically attend once a week, which is the right dose at that age. Beginner and advanced recreational students usually train twice a week, and progress is noticeably faster because skills need repetition inside a short enough window to stick. Ultimately frequency is your decision based on your goals and schedule. We would rather your child come once a week consistently than twice a week sporadically.
What to Wear and Bring
Girls are required to wear a gymnastics leotard. Boys should wear athletic shorts and a plain t-shirt. This attire allows full freedom of movement and lets coaches see body positions clearly, which matters for both technique and safety. Long hair should be tied back off the face and neck. Please leave jewelry at home. Gymnastics is done in bare feet, so no socks or sneakers are needed on the floor.
For Mommy and Me and Tiny Tots, comfortable fitted clothing works best. A leotard is ideal for girls, and a fitted t-shirt with shorts or leggings is fine for either. Avoid anything with zippers, buttons, buckles or hoods, since hardware catches on equipment and mats. Hair tied back, no jewelry, and bare feet. If a parent or caregiver is on the floor for Mommy and Me, wear clothes you can kneel and move in.
Very little. A labelled water bottle is the main thing, since gymnastics is more physically demanding than most parents expect. Come dressed for class rather than planning to change here, and arrive about 10 minutes early so your child can settle before the warm-up starts. No grips, mats or equipment are needed. Everything your child trains on is provided and maintained by the gym.
Safety and Supervision
Yes, in a properly equipped space with the right supervision. Our toddler and preschool classes run in a dedicated Kinder Gym with soft, multi-shaped mats and equipment scaled to preschool-aged children, so a child who loses balance lands on foam at a height they can manage. Coach-to-student ratios are kept low, at 1 coach to 6 students in Mommy and Me and Tiny Tots. Coaches supervise every station.
Safety is our first priority and we work to strict guidelines. Our coaches are trained in proper spotting technique and are certified through the USA Gymnastics Safe Sport Trained program. They are also certified in CPR and First Aid. We inspect all equipment regularly to confirm it is in good condition and meets safety standards, and our facility follows USAG standards throughout. Coaches spot every new skill.
We keep ratios deliberately low so every child gets individual attention. Mommy and Me and Tiny Tots classes run at 1 coach to 6 students. Preschool Gymnastics runs at 1 coach to 7 students. Regular recreational classes run at 1 coach to 8 students. Ratios this low are the reason a beginner gets corrected on their own cartwheel rather than watching a coach work the front of a line.
No. There is no credible evidence that gymnastics stunts growth. Gymnasts often appear shorter as a group because the sport tends to suit and retain naturally smaller-framed athletes, which is a selection effect rather than a consequence of training. For recreational gymnasts training once or twice a week, the concern does not apply at all. Bodyweight training at this volume supports bone density and healthy development.
Yes. Parents are welcome to watch from our viewing area for every independent class. We do ask that coaching stays with the coaches, because a child looking to the bleachers mid-skill is a child not looking at the beam. Mommy and Me is different: you are on the floor participating for the full 45 minutes. For a nervous first-timer, talk to the coach and we will plan the first few weeks together.
Programs, Team and Private Lessons
Recreational gymnastics is for students who want to learn gymnastics skills and technique for fun and fitness, and it is open to anyone. Competitive gymnastics is a more intensive program offered by invitation only, for gymnasts who want to train at a higher level and compete. Recreational students train once or twice a week on individual skills. Competitive gymnasts train more hours, build full routines on all four events, and compete during the season.
By invitation from a coach. There is no tryout to sign up for and no application form. Coaches watch the recreational program continuously and invite gymnasts when they see the right combination of skill readiness, strength base, coachability and genuine interest in the sport. If your child is not training with us yet, the route in is our recreational Girls Gymnastics program, where coaches can see them train.
Yes. Private lessons are available for students who want individual attention, whether that is to get past one specific skill, build confidence after a fall, or prepare for a team invitation. Private lessons work alongside regular classes rather than replacing them. Availability depends on coach schedules, so call the office at (718) 263-2121 to ask what is open and to be matched with the right coach.
Call us at (718) 263-2121 during class hours, Monday through Thursday from 3:00pm to 9:00pm or Sunday from 9:00am to 5:00pm. You can also email info@lgclubny.com or use the contact form on our website. We are at 71-25 Main Street, Flushing, NY 11367, in Kew Gardens Hills, and you are welcome to come in and look at the gym before you enroll.