Business Details
41 Years
experience
Premier Gymnastics Classes for Kids in Portage, MI
Established in 1985, Kids Gym has been a trusted provider of gymnastics education and physical development programs for children in Portage, Michigan. Our 20,000-square-foot facility features state-of-the-art equipment across two dedicated gyms, serving over 900 students annually with 25+ experienced instructors. We specialize in age-appropriate programs from TumbleKids for toddlers to competitive KGI Team training, emphasizing safety, skill progression, and positive reinforcement.Our staff includes certified professionals with backgrounds in early childhood development and competitive gymnastics, maintaining rigorous safety protocols and individualized instruction. With three decades of community service and continuous facility expansions, we remain committed to fostering physical literacy and confidence through structured gymnastics education.
Services
Gymnastics Classes
Summer Camps
Birthday Parties
Parent's Night Out
TumbleKids Program
Recreational Gymnastics
KGI Team Training
Ninja Classes
Cheer Tumbling
Strength & Agility
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized gymnastics instruction experience
- Our 20,000 sq ft facility features dedicated training spaces for different age groups
- We implement age-appropriate curriculum developed by child development experts
- Our staff includes certified instructors with competitive gymnastics backgrounds
- We maintain 1:8 instructor-to-student ratios for personalized attention
What people say
AMAZING staff
Professional instructors
Safe environment
Great for special needs children
Positive reinforcement approach
Services
TumbleKids Program
Our TumbleKids program develops motor skills for children aged 1-5 through play-based learning. Certified instructors use age-appropriate equipment to build strength, coordination, and social skills. Classes feature parent participation for younger children and independent activities for preschoolers.
Recreational Gymnastics
Structured classes for ages 5.5-14 build fundamental gymnastics skills with progressive difficulty levels. Programs focus on flexibility, balance, and confidence through vault, bars, beam, and floor exercises. Small class sizes ensure individualized instruction and safe skill progression.
KGI Team Training
Our competitive team program offers JO and Xcel pathways for serious athletes. Certified coaches develop advanced skills through specialized training sessions. The program emphasizes teamwork, discipline, and competition preparation while maintaining strict safety protocols.
Summer Camps
Weekly summer camps combine gymnastics training with themed adventures for ages 5-14. Activities include obstacle courses, water weeks, and dinosaur expeditions that build physical skills while maintaining fun. Camps operate Monday-Wednesday-Friday with flexible scheduling options.
Birthday Parties
Customizable party packages feature guided gym access, structured games, and private celebration spaces. Our staff manages all activities while parents enjoy viewing areas. Packages accommodate various age groups with safety-certified equipment and trained supervisors.
People
Nancy Ballard
Gym Owner
Nancy has 30+ years of gymnastics coaching experience, transitioning from competitive athlete to full-time owner in 2019. She holds certifications in developmental coaching and safety protocols.
Jodi Hoag
TumbleKids Director
Jodi brings elementary education expertise and 15+ years of gymnastics instruction experience. She specializes in early childhood motor skill development and program management.
Kerrie Visscher
Team Director
Kerrie combines competitive gymnastics background with kinesiology expertise to lead our team programs. She has developed the competitive curriculum since 2008.
Christina Brown
Team Operations Director
Christina oversees team operations with former competitive athlete experience. She holds business administration credentials and focuses on coach development and athlete progression.
DonnaKathryn Roy
Recreational Director
DK directs recreational programs with 14 years of competitive experience and sports management education. She specializes in skill progression and coach training programs.
Questions
What age requirements exist for different programs?
TumbleKids starts at 1 year with parent participation. Recreational classes begin at 5.5 years. Competitive programs accept ages 8-14 with skill assessment.
How are class placements determined?
TumbleKids classes are age-based. Recreational placements consider skill level evaluations. Team programs require coach recommendations and tryouts.
What should children wear to classes?
Athletic clothing without restrictive elements. No jewelry or footed tights. Hair must be secured away from face for safety.
Are make-up classes available?
Two make-ups per school year term and one per summer session. Notification required at least one hour before scheduled class time.
How does team program advancement work?
Coaches evaluate progress quarterly. Advancement requires skill mastery, coachability, and work ethic. Prospective team members attend evaluation clinics annually.
What safety measures are in place?
Padded equipment, certified instructors, 1:8 staff ratios, and regular safety drills. All staff maintain current CPR and first aid certifications.
