Business Details
We are a family-owned gymnastics facility founded in 1983 by Tim and Janie Richards, now led by President and Owner Tanner Richards. With over 40 years of experience, we specialize in creating developmental programs that emphasize skill mastery, safety, and lifelong fitness. Our coaching team includes former collegiate athletes like Coach Tim Richards and experts with decades of experience, such as Debbie Williams, who competed for 13 years. We prioritize adaptive programming, offering tailored instruction for children of all abilities through our Adaptive Gymnastics program. Our state-of-the-art facilities in Franklin, TN, feature two dedicated training spaces designed for optimal learning environments.
We maintain rigorous safety standards, ensuring all staff are certified and trained in modern techniques. Our competitive teams, including Mens and Womens programs, have produced recruitable athletes and scholarship recipients. We foster a community-oriented approach, treating every family as part of our extended family. Our staff includes specialists like Leigh Ann St. Arnold, who has over 25 years of experience working with children of varying abilities. We continuously innovate, offering programs like Ninjastics and The Tumble Program to meet diverse interests. Our commitment to excellence extends to events, camps, and birthday parties, ensuring quality experiences beyond traditional classes.
We maintain rigorous safety standards, ensuring all staff are certified and trained in modern techniques. Our competitive teams, including Mens and Womens programs, have produced recruitable athletes and scholarship recipients. We foster a community-oriented approach, treating every family as part of our extended family. Our staff includes specialists like Leigh Ann St. Arnold, who has over 25 years of experience working with children of varying abilities. We continuously innovate, offering programs like Ninjastics and The Tumble Program to meet diverse interests. Our commitment to excellence extends to events, camps, and birthday parties, ensuring quality experiences beyond traditional classes.
Highlights and features
- We offer over 40 years of gymnastics expertise and youth development experience.
- Our coaching staff includes former collegiate athletes and specialists with 25+ years of experience.
- We provide adaptive gymnastics programs tailored for children with special needs.
- Our facilities feature two dedicated training spaces in Franklin, TN, designed for safety and learning.
- We maintain rigorous safety certifications and progressive skill-development methodologies.
Services
Pre-Rec Gymnastics
Our Pre-Rec Gymnastics program serves children ages 3-5, focusing on foundational movement skills through play-based activities. Led by experienced instructors, this class develops coordination, balance, and motor skills in a fun, interactive setting. Participants build confidence while engaging with peers in a structured yet flexible environment.
Adaptive Gymnastics
Adaptive Gymnastics is designed for children ages 3-18 with special needs, providing individualized instruction to meet unique developmental goals. Our certified coaches create tailored lesson plans that emphasize motor skill development, social interaction, and sensory integration. This program fosters inclusivity while maintaining a fun, encouraging atmosphere.
Ninjastics
Ninjastics offers obstacle-based training for ages 4-12, combining gymnastics fundamentals with ninja-style challenges. Participants develop agility, strength, and coordination while navigating dynamic courses. This program emphasizes perseverance and teamwork in an energetic, low-pressure environment.
The Tumble Program
The Tumble Program serves ages 6-18, specializing in tumbling skill development through progressive training techniques. Athletes learn flips, springs, and passes in a safe, structured setting with experienced coaches. This program benefits both recreational athletes and those preparing for competitive team requirements.
Competitive Teams
Our Competitive Teams include Mens, Womens, and Xcel programs for athletes seeking advanced training. With pathways from pre-team to elite levels, we emphasize technical proficiency, conditioning, and competition readiness. Our teams have produced scholarship athletes and national qualifiers through rigorous, supportive coaching.