ABOUT EMPIRE GYMNASTICS
Our Philosophy - We Believe In...
... Committing to Our Students:
- Providing students of all ages the opportunity to conquer the laws of physics in a high-quality & welcoming environment
- Creating a fun place for you to learn, grow, & thrive as you stretch your limits & come to realize what you're truly capable of achieving
- Helping students learn to believe in yourself & your abilities & that everyone has different strengths & weaknesses
- Supporting students as you discover the joy of learning & that part of the fun is working hard to improve as an athlete & a person
- Supplying the tools you need to build a strong & flexible body along with a confident spirit, self-esteem, determination, perseverance, teamwork, cooperation, sportsmanship, & more
- Teaching you the importance of goal setting, hard work, & effort through whatever level of activity you choose to do
... Providing Value & Transparency for Our Parents:
- Offering flexible services that take into consideration the unique needs of our families & community
- Providing clear, consistent communication so families understand their investment into their children's gymnastics experience
- Being available as another resource in the village that surrounds you as you raise your children
... Continuously Supporting & Training Our Staff:
- Helping all our coaches & office staff reach their highest goals both professionally & personally
- Creating a culture that's inspiring, motivating, & supportive
- Training our coaches in the latest safety & skill techniques for the highest quality instruction & safety of our students
- Serving as role models to ensure our interactions with students remain a positive & encouraging
... Respecting the Art & Science of Learning:
- Infusing the art & science of movement & motor development into our program curriculums
- Coaching with the goal of multisensory & multidimensional development (physical, cognitive, emotional, mental, social well-being)
- Embracing the Long-Term Athletic Development framework to provide students with a foundation of fitness that promotes a long-term commitment to physical activity & helps them reach their potential
- Adopting popular sports psychology & child counseling techniques to better connect with students on an emotional level & help them overcome personal obstacles
- Engaging in various teaching styles & approaches to coaching that cater to the individual needs of each student & their learning process
... Elevating the Sport of Gymnastics:
- Promoting the multidimensional benefits for youth & all ages that go beyond gymnastics participation
- Offering classes that emphasize proper skill development through a structured system of gymnastics
- Incorporating engaging activities within classes that challenge & motivate students to push themselves beyond their perceived limitations
- Learning from this sport's past to overcome traditional stereotypes so students can break through outdated expectations & appreciate themselves for who they are no matter what!
Our Mission - What We Do
- Provide value for our families with unique & flexible programs that respect the various needs of our community (especially regarding time & money!)
- Create a fun, supportive, & safe space where all students feel welcome & accepted no matter their background, age, or experience
- Nurture the developing minds & bodies of children with programs that balance the need for self-discovery & active play with structure & education
- Combine the art & science of movement with fun, interactive sport instruction for high-quality, responsible skill development
- Inspire our coaches & students in a way that fosters an optimal learning environment for students to safely defy the laws of gravity while enhancing movement development & building character
- Positively impact the lives of children through enriching experiences where they receive not just gymnastics instruction but are also equipped with the necessary tools for a life full of success!
Our Vision - Where We Want to Go
Dream | Believe | Achieve
We want to be seen as the place to go for quality gymnastics instruction & personal development.
We want to foster an environment where our students are not afraid to try & fail because they understand that mistakes are part of the learning process, & we only grow when we have the courage to get up & try again.
We want to shape well-rounded individuals who acknowledge that being an athlete is only one side of who they are, & that what they learn in gymnastics will allow them to overcome any obstacle life throws at them (inside & outside of the gym).
We want to inspire our students to dream big, empower them to believe in themselves, & mold their characters so they have the fortitude to achieve their goals!
Our Core Values
1. Transparent & Honest Communication
2. Cultivate a Community of Inclusivity & Collaboration
3. Seek Perpetual Growth & Personal Development
4. Act with Integrity, Authenticity, & Respect
5. Make a Positive Impact Everyday
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
It's never too early to start planning your child's summer activities!
Empire offers nine weeks of summer camp activities for kids 3 to 12 years! Full weeks, single days, and half days available
Spaces are limitied, and spots fill up FAST! Click below to learn more and reserive your child's spot in summer camp TODAY!