High Flying Kids Will Love Gymnastics & Cheer Classes
Gymnastics is just one of many sports offered in the area – and it’s pretty popular.
We’ve got the scoop on all the best gymnastics classes in Grand Rapids. There are many area facilities offering gymnastics, cheer, ninja, aerial gymnastics and more.
And you don’t have to be an aspiring Simone Biles to participate. (Though really, what kid doesn’t aspire to be like her?)
From recreational classes to team and even Junior Olympic level gymnastics, area facilities have the instructors and passion to take your kid as far as they want to go with these aerial sports.
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Gymnastics for Kids in GR: Recreational and Competitive Levels
Find some of the best instructors for Grand Rapids gymnastics here.
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Programs for Girls and Boys Include:
GRG Babies (up to 24mo) Free Play TimeGRG Babies (free Class)
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Recreational for Girls and Boys/Tumbling (6yrs and up)
Ninja Monkeys (3-6yrs. Co-ed)
Competitive and Recreational Teams
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💬Great facility. My daughter enjoys the classes & the other creative events like Parents Night Out. The staff is enthusiastic, the facility is clean and maintained. They prioritize respect and kindness too. It’s a great atmosphere.
Gymnastics Programs: Competitive Teams, Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Baby Gymnastics, Open Gym, Ninja Classes, Gymnastics Classes
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Ages: Preschool, Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Toddlers
💬Great facility. My daughter enjoys the classes & the other creative events like Parents Night Out. The staff is enthusiastic, the facility is clean and maintained. They prioritize respect and kindness too. It’s a great atmosphere.
We offer beginner to advanced classes for ages 4–18, with no experience needed for Recreational Levels (Divisions 1–3). Athletes learn cheers, chants, jumps, stunts, and dance routines. Each class learns at least one full routine and performs for parents and at competitions. All classes are led by certified coaches committed to creating a fun, encouraging environment where athletes grow in skill and spirit.
Join us and see your child shine on and off the mat!
💬Champion Force gave my daughter 10 unforgettable years of cheer, friendships, leadership, and growth. Lifelong memories, confidence, and family were built. Don't hesitate - sign up! You truly won't regret it.
Gymnastics Programs: Cheerleading
Sign Ups: 📅 Starting July 2025
Ages: Preschool, Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
💬Champion Force gave my daughter 10 unforgettable years of cheer, friendships, leadership, and growth. Lifelong memories, confidence, and family were built. Don't hesitate - sign up! You truly won't regret it.
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Drop-in classes, recreational sessions, and competitive club options available.
📅Year-Round for Recreational and Open Vaulting classes, October for competitive opportunities
Gymnastics Programs: Competitive Teams, Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Gymnastics Classes, Aerial Gymnastics, Acrobatics, Trial Class
Sign Ups: 📅 Year-Round for Recreational and Open Vaulting classes -October for competitive opportunities
Ages: Preschool, Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Toddlers
Top Voted Gymnastics Facilities in Grand Rapids
Following are the area’s top rated gymnastics facilities, as voted on in our annual Best of Grand Rapids Awards.
Winner: Rising Starz Gymnastics & Fitness
1. Rising Starz Gymnastics & Fitness
2. For the Kidz Gymnastics
3. Grand Rapids Gymnastics
4. R-Athletics
5. Miss Stacie’s Flipkins
6. Little Feet
7. Kids Unlimited Activity Center
8. Caledonia Dance
9. Grand Rapids Trampoline Academy
10. Empowered Athletics
10. Horizon Kids Complex
Full Gymnastics Classes Directory
A full list of gymnastics facilities in Grand Rapids.
Gymnastics Classes
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Alpha Athletics 8875 Shaner Ave NE, Rockford, MI 49341
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Gymnastics Classes, Aerial Gymnastics |
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Caledonia Dance & Music Center 131 E Main St SE, Ste E, Caledonia, MI 49316
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Acrobatics |
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Cassell Training Center 710 Alberta Street, Muskegon, MI 49441
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Preschool Gymnastics, Ninja Classes |
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Champion Gymnastics 2424 Van Ommen Dr, Holland, MI 49424
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Cheerleading |
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Empowered Athletics 3470 Roger B Chaffee Memorial Blvd SE #3, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
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Preschool Gymnastics, Gymnastics Classes, Competitive Teams, Open Gym |
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Flipside Gymnastics 600 East Riley Street, Zeeland, MI 49464
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Preschool Gymnastics |
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For the Kidz Gymnastics 1391 Gezon Pkwy SW, Wyoming, MI 49509
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Open Gym, Cheerleading, Ninja Classes, Aerial Gymnastics |
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Gonyon's Gymnastics 622 Chatterson Road, Muskegon, MI 49442
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Cheerleading, Competitive Teams |
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Grand Rapids Aerial Lounge 1593 Galbraith Ave. SE, Unit 206 - A Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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Aerial Gymnastics |
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Grand Rapids Trampoline Academy 1601 Galbraith Ave SE Suite 301, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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Preschool Gymnastics, Acrobatics |
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Great Lakes Circus Center 3516 Roger B Chaffee Memorial Blvd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548
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Aerial Gymnastics, Lyra Classes |
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Gymnastics in Motion 3207 M-37, Middleville, MI 49333
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Preschool Gymnastics, Open Gym, Cheerleading, Ninja Classes, Gymnastics Classes |
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Horizon Kids Complex 6462 Center Industrial Dr, Jenison, MI 49428
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Baby Gymnastics, Open Gym, Cheerleading, Ninja Classes, Aerial Gymnastics |
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Kids Unlimited Activity Center 596 Baldwin St #2, Jenison, MI 49428
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Ninja Classes, Competitive Teams |
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Miss Stacie's Flipkins 3308 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville, MI 49418
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Open Gym, Gymnastics Classes, Competitive Teams |
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Newton Aerial Academy 6001 Coit Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Baby Gymnastics, Open Gym, Cheerleading, Ninja Classes, Aerial Gymnastics |
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NorthStar Gymnastics Inc. 724 Byrne Industrial Dr, Rockford, MI 49341
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Open Gym, Cheerleading |
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R-Athletics 2845 Thornhills Ave SE Ste A, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Open Gym, Cheerleading, Ninja Classes |
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Red Arrow Youth Gymnastics & Cheer Lowell, MI 49331
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Competitive Teams |
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Rising Starz Gymnastics 250 Dodge Ct #206, Comstock Park, MI 49321
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Preschool Gymnastics, Toddler Gymnastics, Open Gym, Ninja Classes |
How Gymnastics for Kids & Aerial Arts Classes Work
What Age Can Kids Start Taking Gymnastics?
Kids can start gymnastics as early as toddler age, when they can take tumbling class or even enjoy open gym at many area facilities.
By preschool age, kids can attend classes solo, but don’t expect advanced techniques, their classes focus on balance and gross motor skills.
What’s the Difference Between Recreational & Competitive Gymnastics?
Once kids are five and older, they can choose from recreational gymnastics or get competitive on the team level. Both forms are offered through high school at many gyms.
Want to stay on the recreational route? You can do that, too. And it doesn’t end at a beginner level. Coaches can often teach recreational gymnastics through high levels.
Recreational gymnastics classes usually run in 8-week segments, and are offered throughout the year. (Summer camp options are also available.) If you want to go competitive, expect a year-round commitment.
Kids in the rec programs can expect a much lower time commitment than competitive.
Competitive gymnastics can be as low as two hours twice a week, to 20+ hrs a week for the top level performers.
How Much to Gymnastics and Cheer Classes Cost?
Cost varies depending on what classes you take.
Recreational classes are typically once a week for 6-8 weeks, with each lesson lasting about an hour. Those are around $125-$175/class for most levels. Upper tier kids can plan on two hour practice sessions, with the cost ranging from $250-$275.
For teams, expect to pay monthly team fees and also meet fees. Costs range widely, depending upon age and number of hours spent training. This does not include equipment or travel expenses.
Some gyms also offer drop-in classes; those average $10 per session.
What Equipment is Needed for Gymnastics? Is Travel Involved?
Normally all that is needed to participate in gymnastics is a uniform and comfortable practice clothes that are not loose fitting.
More experienced gymnasts will need additional equipment such as grips to help with bars and rings. Travel gymnasts will also need to purchase competition attire.
Can My Child Be a Cheerleader Outside of Their School?
Yes. Local organizations and gyms offer cheerleading teams, classes or clinics in cheer, starting with elementary school-aged kids. These can include skills practice or competitive cheer teams.
Please add Empowered athletics to your list. They offer both recreational and competitive team options for both boys and girls! They also have weekly open gyms for homeschool and Saturday open gyms. My kids all love Empowered.