Gymnastics & Cheerleading Academy of Connecticut (GCA of CT)

Gymnastics & Cheerleading Academy of Connecticut (GCA of CT) offers gymnastics, Tiny Tumblers, dance, legendary cheerleading and tumbling, Adaptive Edge, and Ninjazone. Gymnastics programs include Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Boys Gymnastics, House Team Program, and Skill Development & Conditioning Classes. Tiny Tumblers includes Chicklets, Sugar Babies, Sugar Babies 2, Sugar Babies Move-Up, and Gum Drops, and dance classes include Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Combo Classes, Creative Movement, Beginner Dance Classes, and Performance & Technique Training.

Programs

• Gymnastics — All ages and skill levels; specific classes listed for ages 5-15 · Programs available include Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Boys Gymnastics, House Team Program, and Skill Development & Conditioning Classes.
• Tiny Tumblers — 1-4 years · Programs listed: Chicklets, Sugar Babies, Sugar Babies 2, Sugar Babies Move-Up, and Gum Drops.
• Dance — All ages and skill levels · Dance styles include Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop, Combo Classes, Creative Movement, Beginner Dance Classes, and Performance & Technique Training.
• Legendary Cheerleading and Tumbling — All skill levels · Programs include All-Star Cheer Program, Recreational Cheer Program, and Tumbling Classes.
• Adaptive Edge — Inclusive recreational program designed for individuals with special needs.
• Ninjazone — Movement-based program combining obstacle course training, gymnastics, parkour, and character development.
• Chicklets — 1-1.5 years · $129.50 per month · 45-minute class; adult participation required.
• Sugar Babies — 1.5-2 years · $129.50 per month · 45-minute class; adult participation required.
• Sugar Babies 2 — 2-3 years · $129.50 per month · 45-minute class; parent participation required.
• Sugar Babies Move-Up — 2.5-3 years · $129.50 per month · 45-minute class; invite only/drop-off.
• Gum Drops — 3-4 years · $129.50 per month · 45-minute class.
• Skittles — 5-7 years · $148.85 per month · 1-hour beginner gymnastics class.

At a glance

• Ages: 1–15 years old
• Price range: $129.50–$148.85 per month
• General schedule: Classes are offered at Fairfield, Milford, and Norwalk. The gymnastics program page says classes are open 7 days a week.
• Facility hours: Mon-Fri 9:00AM-7:00PM; Sat 8:30AM-2:00PM; Sun 8:30AM-2:00PM

About the provider

GCA began in November 2009. The Milford location opened in June 2019, and the Norwalk location opened in November 2021. Coach K is identified as Director for Recreational Gymnastics. Staff are trained in CPR, First Aid, SafeSport, and USA Gymnastics, and many staff members hold advanced degrees, including Master's degrees. The program partners with Youth Sports Empowerment Foundation (YSEF) for scholarships, program assistance, and community outreach.

Tiny Tumblers classes include adult participation required for Chicklets and Sugar Babies, parent participation required for Sugar Babies 2, and invite only/drop-off for Sugar Babies Move-Up. Program page says enrollment uses a 21-week session and tuition is broken into 5 equal monthly payments. Make-up classes are allowed and must be used within 30 days. A $75 drop fee applies if dropping before the session ends. 10% sibling discount and 10% off a second class are listed.

What families say

“GCA of CT has been the most engaging and exciting class for my 2 year old daughter. She has excelled so much with the help of Coach Emilia and is now in a drop off class before the age of 3. GCA of CT is a wonderful place and would recommend this gymnastics facility and Coach Emilia 100x over!” — Rachel Croce

“My daughter attends the Mind and Motion class here, which I honestly cannot say enough good things about. The perfect combination of gymnastics, free play and socializing, mixed with arts and crafts, and they are always doing something fun for the holidays. My daughter absolutely loves it!” — Megan Chaves

“Great training place for cheerleadering, tumbling, gymnastics!!!! Grandma will definitely be signing up the grands fore more!!!!” — Jacqueline Isler

Last updated October 14, 2026.