We are continuing to follow health protocols to give our kids and community a safe environment for physical activity & progressive gymnastics. At SGA, kids play, learn, and compete in ways that make them stronger, healthier, and more self-assured. What is it about mastering that first cartwheel or handstand that feels so good?
Is it the confidence that comes from learning a new skill? The camaraderie that develops when you practice - and sometimes fail - together? Or is it something more? At Seattle Gymnastics Academy, kids play, learn, and compete in ways that make them stronger, healthier, and more self-assured. In gymnastics and in life, we'll help them get there with a little more fun, a little more skill, and a little more confidence.
Is it the confidence that comes from learning a new skill? The camaraderie that develops when you practice - and sometimes fail - together? Or is it something more? At Seattle Gymnastics Academy, kids play, learn, and compete in ways that make them stronger, healthier, and more self-assured. In gymnastics and in life, we'll help them get there with a little more fun, a little more skill, and a little more confidence.
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Gymnastics is a dynamic and powerful sport. It is a great foundation activity that can improve strength, balance, coordination, body awareness, concentration, discipline, and perseverance. At SGA, we nurture the physical and emotional growth of our gymnasts by enhancing their strengths, helping them overcome challenges, and tailoring instruction to each individual's learning style.
Located inside SGA Lake City, our Academic Preschool offers an atmosphere that promotes a sense of community and develops skills for long lasting friendships. Each classroom provides a multi-age setting that imparts daily opportunities for peer helping and self paced development. The curriculum focuses on empathy, emotion management and problem solving skills.
SGA is continuously looking for talented coaches from various backgrounds. Whether you have extensive knowledge in developmental gymnastics or simply enjoy being around kids, we can find a fit for you! If you have great communication skills, enjoy working with kids and an interest in gymnastics, we want you to join our team!
Reviews (27)
Lisa Fairman
Jan 24, 2021
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My step daughter attended gym classes at SGA Ballard and Lake City for many years. The teachers were truly mentors for her and helped her tremendously in all aspects of her life. My step daughter gained confidence in herself and the work ethic she learned at SGA has translated in to many areas of her life. I enjoyed watching the well executed meets and was super happy with our experience at SGA. Now that my step daughter is grown I have continued my relationship with SGA over the years and sell my active wear products to them. The management team is always professional and have been a pleasure
Sally W.
Feb 28, 2020
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$10 for an hour of indoor playground is pretty steep. If you do plan on going, make sure to get there at least 15 minutes early because the parking lot is always full and the lines to pay can get pretty long. The staff is always nice and helpful at the different stations at the gym. One thing I've noticed, and we've been there about 5 times sporadically, is that my 20 month old daughter always comes down with something after leaving that gym. Every single time. They need to do a better job of disinfecting their equipment and keeping things clean, as it is for ages 0-5.
Kelley F.
Oct 18, 2019
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My daughter loves gymnastics, and we have enjoyed watching her excel. She started when she was a toddler but took a break because willful toddler and meltdowns. But then rejoined when she turned four and have loved it ever since. Coach Alan was wonderful, a good balance of caring and directive coaching. I give it four stars because in the past few months we have had issues with classes canceling due to low census or coaches leaving (college students) and the times have not been ideal for our now school-aged child's schedule; however, super accommodating and helpful staff and we found a
Farzeen Y.
Jul 30, 2019
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The quality of the gym depends on your coach and your child. Do not bring your toddler here if they are outgoing. I've been bringing my daughter here for years, and she's enjoyed it, but my son is much more energetic and has a hard time with his not fun coach. My experience with his coach has been ... lackluster and today was the last straw. Since I am with him in his class, I'm able to observe the coach. There is very little direction and a lot of expectation. I hated having to hear the coach indirectly and directly call my son crazy and other negative comments for being a regular
Joe G.
Jun 19, 2019
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McKenzie Brickl
Jun 06, 2019
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Some decent coaches (and some we've loved) but this place seems to be poorly run from the top down. Random weeks off (same cost for parents whether classes are in session or not) for summer break, holidays, gym clean up, etc. Rather than prorate the monthly fee, they offer to let families come in during a designated time once a week, to join a mixed-skills class and go through rotations.
I have no idea if coaches are paid for these forced breaks - I certainly hope they are.
Within the "leveling up" system, there are clear guidelines for promotion to next level but those guidelines are not followed
I have no idea if coaches are paid for these forced breaks - I certainly hope they are.
Within the "leveling up" system, there are clear guidelines for promotion to next level but those guidelines are not followed
Agnes M.
Mar 15, 2019
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VERY IMPORTANT!!!!!
BEFORE YOU PAY FOR THE REGISTRATION FEE PLEASE READ!
As a mother of 2girls that has been going to the gymnastics academy for 4 years I am appalled how I have been treated over $40!!!!! Here's my story:
I Signed my 11 yr old for level 4 Tuesday 4-6. Great, worked for us.
After 2 classes got a call from lisa, manager, that the class has need canceled due to low enrollment and would like to find another time. Ok but, as a working mother I am limited in days and times. And of course there was nothing that worked for us.
So I asked to get my $$$ back and would gladly pay the
BEFORE YOU PAY FOR THE REGISTRATION FEE PLEASE READ!
As a mother of 2girls that has been going to the gymnastics academy for 4 years I am appalled how I have been treated over $40!!!!! Here's my story:
I Signed my 11 yr old for level 4 Tuesday 4-6. Great, worked for us.
After 2 classes got a call from lisa, manager, that the class has need canceled due to low enrollment and would like to find another time. Ok but, as a working mother I am limited in days and times. And of course there was nothing that worked for us.
So I asked to get my $$$ back and would gladly pay the
Rob Bolton
Jan 20, 2019
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We have taken our 3 year old for toddler time on a couple of rainy weekends and it was great. There is a lot of different equipment for the kids to use.
Tickets typically sell out on weekends (usually see disappointed kids and parents walking away), but you can stop by earlier in the day to purchase before hand.
Tickets typically sell out on weekends (usually see disappointed kids and parents walking away), but you can stop by earlier in the day to purchase before hand.
Natalie D.
Jan 04, 2019
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HORRIBLE.
I usually don't write reviews, but thought this was warranted and a cautionary note for all parents.
First time here and called in advance to understand how the drop in schedule worked.
I was told to pre-register, super helpful--as I was told it would help the check in process.
Drove all the way there and arrived 10 minutes after the noon class started. When we arrived it was full- at capacity of 60 students. Understandable- yes.
What was terrible is NO WHERE on the website, nor when speaking on the phone with one of the front desk people did they mention a capacity limit.
Seattle
I usually don't write reviews, but thought this was warranted and a cautionary note for all parents.
First time here and called in advance to understand how the drop in schedule worked.
I was told to pre-register, super helpful--as I was told it would help the check in process.
Drove all the way there and arrived 10 minutes after the noon class started. When we arrived it was full- at capacity of 60 students. Understandable- yes.
What was terrible is NO WHERE on the website, nor when speaking on the phone with one of the front desk people did they mention a capacity limit.
Seattle
Jane Weil
Sep 08, 2018
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On the recommendation of a friend we started classes for our 7 year old in Sept (2018). The teachers and staff are always friendly, polite, professional and great with kids. My 7 year old is usually pretty well behaved but there have been a few classes where she was testing the teacher (not listening well, doing things she was asked not to, not doing the things she was asked to do, etc) and it was always dealt with quickly but with the utmost kindness and from the perspective of the teacher wanting to make sure all kids are safe. At the 7yo age the class focuses mostly on the fundamentals of gymnastics
Ari R.
Aug 12, 2018
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This morning I had probably one of the worst customer service experiences I've ever had - and in front of my toddler no less. As someone who has been on both sides of the registration process, I know never to show up the day of and expect to get into any class. So I called SGA as soon as they opened to see if my daughter could attend the 9 AM class. The woman I spoke to said that while people *normally* registered in advance and then brought their child, that you could indeed register and attend on the same day. Just to make *sure* I understood, I said "so we can come to the 9 AM class
Laura Roylston
Dec 20, 2017
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Jeremy Leishman
Aug 09, 2017
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Fred Roberts
Aug 01, 2017
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The place is great. The staff is awesome. The WiFi is a dream while watching the kids tumble and twirl.
I'd give a solid 5 stars if the patent seating was better. I know a nice aluminum bleacher is perfectly adequate and I doubt many complain to the desk. But we all hate the bleachers...and complain to each other about the cold back pain after a long day at work. I'll bet we could all fit on something more comfortable.
Still love the place though!
I'd give a solid 5 stars if the patent seating was better. I know a nice aluminum bleacher is perfectly adequate and I doubt many complain to the desk. But we all hate the bleachers...and complain to each other about the cold back pain after a long day at work. I'll bet we could all fit on something more comfortable.
Still love the place though!
Linda W.
Apr 07, 2017
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Wow, I'm really surprised by all the negative reviews of SGA Lake City here. We have been going here for years (open gym, classes, birthday parties, parents night out) and have always had a very positive experience. The coaches have been great and my daughter has learned so much and gained a lot of self-confidence. I've found the front-desk staff to be very friendly and helpful. My only complaints are: I wish there was a separate changing area for girls so they don't have to use the bathrooms to change, and I wish they would invest in a projector and screen for showing movies during
Kelly L.
Feb 23, 2017
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I am deeply troubled by a recent account I heard about a 5 year old being expelled from your preschool program because of disrespectful statements he made about the president. Further, the mother indicates that she was given almost no warning. I would appreciate a formal statement either denying or explaining your decision.
This is from the mother:
My son has attended Seattle Gymnastics Academy for nearly 2 years. He is 5 and attended their preschool. Well apparently ever since the election he's been saying things like Donald Trump is stupid. I was told 1 time, but honestly didn't
This is from the mother:
My son has attended Seattle Gymnastics Academy for nearly 2 years. He is 5 and attended their preschool. Well apparently ever since the election he's been saying things like Donald Trump is stupid. I was told 1 time, but honestly didn't
Eyal A.
Sep 10, 2016
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We had a very disappointing experience!
The instructor was very negative throughout the class. Our daughter cried at the end of that class, feeling bad about herself. I have the feeling the place has the posture of an Olympics level preparation Gym that is geared toward the elite, can this be true? I thought it is about learning gymnastics and having fun!
Don't bring your child here if you care about their self confidence. In the end they will not be a professional gymnast and also feel bad about themselves.
Cascade Elite Gymnastics in Shoreline is only 10 min drive north on I
The instructor was very negative throughout the class. Our daughter cried at the end of that class, feeling bad about herself. I have the feeling the place has the posture of an Olympics level preparation Gym that is geared toward the elite, can this be true? I thought it is about learning gymnastics and having fun!
Don't bring your child here if you care about their self confidence. In the end they will not be a professional gymnast and also feel bad about themselves.
Cascade Elite Gymnastics in Shoreline is only 10 min drive north on I
R. A.
Jul 06, 2016
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I've only been here for the open play gym for kids under age 5. This place seems to have so much potential. However...
The gym has an overwhelming reek of bacterial feet. I came with 4 adult friends and our respective toddlers, and we all agreed that we weren't sure we could last the full hour in that stench. I would hope management takes a good look at the gym's cleaning schedule because it needs to be disinfected more thoroughly and regularly.
Kids must be barefoot, parent could wear socks. The staff, however, was wearing their sneakers. Hmmm... maybe they're aware
The gym has an overwhelming reek of bacterial feet. I came with 4 adult friends and our respective toddlers, and we all agreed that we weren't sure we could last the full hour in that stench. I would hope management takes a good look at the gym's cleaning schedule because it needs to be disinfected more thoroughly and regularly.
Kids must be barefoot, parent could wear socks. The staff, however, was wearing their sneakers. Hmmm... maybe they're aware
Joel Deskin
Jul 04, 2016
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The best place I've yet found in Seattle to bring a young kid where they can do just about whatever they want. This place would have been a dream when I was a kid. Foam pits, trampolines, bouncy floors, rope swings, rings, and large foam blocks in vinyl for climbing. I just wish they were open to the public longer than 1 hour.
Filipe Fortes
Jun 13, 2016
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Ron D.
Mar 15, 2015
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This is not about the equipment, but the nasty person at the front desk and the poor instructions on the website.
I decided to take my toddler to the indoor playground. After spending the morning getting him whooped up, we made the journey across town to the gym. We were there right as open playground was supposed to start. We were told it was full. Since playgrounds don't typically have limits, we hadn't considered this.
I asked the lady why the website didn't make it obvious that this was a possibility.
She opened the main site, clicked through to the Ballard site, clicked
I decided to take my toddler to the indoor playground. After spending the morning getting him whooped up, we made the journey across town to the gym. We were there right as open playground was supposed to start. We were told it was full. Since playgrounds don't typically have limits, we hadn't considered this.
I asked the lady why the website didn't make it obvious that this was a possibility.
She opened the main site, clicked through to the Ballard site, clicked
Arnica J.
Nov 07, 2014
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First off, I am NOT a mother of a dedicated competitive gymnast, but I have been taking my 3 1/2 year old daughter here since she outgrew Gymboree at about 2 years old. At 3 she is the height of a 5 year old, so I have more hopes of her learning coordination and body awareness than becoming a professional gymnast. What I appreciate about SGA is that they do teach real gymnastics focused disciplines, even from preschool ages. It seems that a lot of other toddler/preschool movement activities out there all do the same thing (i.e. Throw the scarves! Let's pretend we're butterflies! Dance
Laur K.
Sep 22, 2014
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We go here because it's the only game in town that offers gymnastics for kids at my kids' level, but they are not organized and they are not considerate about the schedules of busy families. Their policy of no refunds is overly stern and their makeup schedule is ridiculously limited. I have to call them over and over again to get information; their website is busy and hard to read. If there was any other local option, I'd try it in a heartbeat. The only reason we are still there is that my kids like gymnastics and as a working parent, I don't want to commute even farther even
Peg K.
Dec 30, 2013
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My son did gymnastics here from age 6-15. He was on the recently dissolved boy's team. The coaching he received was great. However, the owner looks at children through the lens of money. And big gymnasts need bigger equipment and cost more. The owner chose to eliminate the boys program after competition season had begun and in a critical year of competition for my son. This after years of denying the boys chalk, telling us that better equipment was coming. And telling us that space for real gymnastics for boys was coming. He will say that he still has a "team". Don't
Miranda H.
Mar 09, 2012
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My daughter has been coming here for 3 years now and we love it. Yes, the place smells like old feet. Yes, a few pieces of equipment needs to be replaced. Yes, the metal bleachers are the most uncomfortable things to sit on in the universe. Yes, a few of the instructors are arrogant and one girl at the front desk is beyond rude (talkin' 'bout you, Blondie). Yes, it is one of the most expensive extra-curricular activities in Seattle.
But my daughter has learned some amazing skills! Aside from the cool gymnastic moves, she has learned discipline, patience, persistence, and how to take
But my daughter has learned some amazing skills! Aside from the cool gymnastic moves, she has learned discipline, patience, persistence, and how to take
Sacha D.
Dec 28, 2011
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I just wanted to respond to the manager. Touching as in spotting and keeping kids safe is one thing, and is a good thing. Gripping my son's arms as you are lecturing him is NOT spotting and is NOT for safety. It was a violation of his personal space. He was not in an unsafe situation, she just PERCEIVED that he was not going to follow the rules (and note that I said "not going to" because he had actually not violated any rule he'd been told at that point). If this is the owner's response, I can see why they don't think anything is wrong. I should have been contacted
Mama S.
Apr 16, 2010
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