Joys Gymnastics

JOYS Gymnastics began nearly fifty years ago as a program with the Michiana YMCA. Mrs. Kathy Brothers (aka Mrs. B) was our program's first (and to date, only) Head Coach. When selecting a name for the program, she chose JOYS because the team listened to "Ode to Joy" while practicing in the gym.

Over the next four decades, the gymnastics program grew to include a thriving class program serving the community's youth, as well as an award-winning competitive team.Then, in 2012, the Michiana YMCA made the difficult decision to end its gymnastics program. We, the parents, both for classes and team, knew how vital an affordable gymnastics program was, not only to our children but to the entire community.

The information below is offered to assist you in selecting the appropriate class for your child. A great way to have fun with while your child develops their basic motor skills. Under our instructors' direction, you will assist your child in improving their ability to balance, jump, swing and run; as well as eye-hand coordination and other motor skills.

All children should wear comfortable clothing! Boys can wear short/sweatpants and a t-shirt. While we do sell leotards for girls it is NOT required that they wear them. They may wear shorts and a t-shirt, but we do suggest they tuck in their shirt so it doesn't fly up when they are tumbling! For safety reasons, we must insist that all girls have their hair pulled back away from their face (longer hair should be put in a ponytail, braid, etc.).