Sterling Gymnastics Academy Programs

Sterling Gymnastics Academy, 5535 Gatewood Dr, Sterling, IL 48310

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Sterling Gymnastics Academy Programs offers a range of gymnastics and movement classes, including Pre-School Gymnastics, Recreational Gymnastics, Competitive Gymnastics, Samurai Training, and Trampoline Class (TNT). Children can take part in specific classes such as Tiny Stars, Bright Stars, Shining Stars, Strong Stars, Rising Stars, Tiny Tumblers, Mini Stars, Girls Instructional, Boys Instructional, Girls Instructional ALL AROUND, Tumble Class, Tumble Intermediate, XCEL CLASS, Samurais, Samurais JR, Boys Team, Girls Team, and Toddler Time. The program includes both girls and boys options, with world class programming for competitive and non competitive paths.

• Ages: 1–18 years old
• Schedule: Many classes list days available as Monday through Sunday (MTWTFSS)

Sterling Gymnastics Academy Programs states that it teaches more than just gymnastics and uses gymnastics as a “vehicle” to build character. The mission statement explains that each coach is there for children to learn gymnastics and build character, that classes are described as fun and informative, and that classes and teams are used to build teamwork with the idea that T.E.A.M. stands for Together Everybody Achieves More. The mission statement also says the programming builds a more well rounded child who becomes more physically fit, more socially adept, and more emotionally secure while building self esteem in each class.

The program offers world class programming for boys and girls with both competitive and non competitive options and has a successful Boys and Girls Competitive Team. The Boys Competitive Program includes boys from 5 up to 18 and from level 4 through Elite, and the Girls Competitive Program includes girls from 3 up to 18 and from developmental through level 10. Coaches in these programs are described as teaching kids work-ethic and good behavior, and gymnastics is described as a lifestyle and a fun lifestyle.

Several preschool and early childhood classes have specific formats and lengths. Tiny Stars is a 40-minute class where a coach guides parents in assisting their child through obstacle courses to teach basic motor skills. Mini Stars is a 30-minute class where a coach guides parents in assisting their child through station-based activities and an obstacle course to help teach basic motor skills. Bright Stars is a 45-minute obstacle-based class where children learn basic skills on Floor, Beam, Bars, and Vault. Shining Stars is a 50-minute class that advances basic skills on Floor, Beam, Bars, and Vault and tests listening skills. Strong Stars is a 50-minute class described as a modified Boys Instructional Class that is designed to help transfer to the recreational program, and Rising Stars is a 55-minute class described as a modified Girls Instructional Class that is also designed to help transfer to the recreational program.

Recreational and instructional classes cover a wide range of apparatus and skills. Tiny Tumblers is a 45-minute class using floor, trampolines, and tumble trak to teach what a gymnast wants to learn on floor. Girls Instructional is a 75-minute class where girls progress through the first four levels of gymnastics, with separation by level such as Beginner (Level 1) and Intermediate. Boys Instructional is a 75-minute class for boys to advance skills on Floor, Bars, Vault and gain strength. Girls Instructional ALL AROUND is a 60-minute class described as unique and is designed to teach girls skills on Floor, Bars, Beam, Vault, and Tumble Trak. Tumble Class is a 60-minute class using Floor, Trampolines, and Tumble Trak to teach what gymnasts want to learn on floor, and Tumble Intermediate is also listed as an activity option. XCEL CLASS is listed as an additional class offering.

Samurai-themed classes focus on obstacle-based movement. Samurai Training and Samurais are described as perfect for kids who want to run, jump, climb, and flip. Samurais is a 45-minute fun and energetic class for boys and girls using obstacle courses where kids run, jump, crawl, and flip through the air, and Samurais JR is a 40-minute fun and energetic class with the same obstacle-course format. Samurai Classes are described as emphasizing learning good behavior and discipline in a safe and encouraging environment.

Trampoline Class (TNT) is a 45-minute trampoline-based class where gymnasts learn to flip, spin, and twist on professional trampolines using proper progressions. Toddler Time is listed as available for all ages, is not a structured class, and is described as a great opportunity for a child to let out energy and for bonding. Preschool gymnastics in this program has a stated focus on listening skills and good behavior.

Last updated May 23, 2026.

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