Business Details
47 Years
experience
Premier Gymnastics Training in Bellevue
Since 1979, Gymnastics East has been dedicated to shaping athletes, fostering passions, and building foundational skills through gymnastics. Our programs cater to children from 18 months old through high school, offering structured classes in tumbling, balance, and safety alongside progressive curriculum for competitive development. Led by owner Kim Thomson, a former team member and coach with decades of experience, we emphasize early childhood physical development and teamwork. Our state-ranked competitive teams have consistently earned accolades at regional, state, and national levels while helping athletes secure college scholarships.With a focus on safety, skill mastery, and community, we provide a supportive environment where students thrive. From parent-tot classes to advanced training, our mission remains to cultivate confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships through gymnastics. Our Bellevue facility features equipment for vault, bars, beam, and trampoline, complemented by certified coaches who prioritize individual growth alongside technical excellence. Whether pursuing recreational fitness or elite competition, families trust us to deliver quality instruction rooted in 45 years of expertise.
Services
Parent-Tot Classes
Tiny Tot Programs
Girls Gymnastics
Boys Gymnastics
Competitive Teams
Open Gym Sessions
Mini Privates
Summer Camps
Skill Evaluations
Trampoline Training
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Established in 1979 with proven expertise in gymnastics instruction
- Certified coaches prioritize individual skill mastery and safety
- Progressive curriculum for recreational and competitive pathways
- State-ranked competitive teams with college scholarship success
- Specialized programs for toddlers through high school athletes
Services
Parent-Tot Classes
Designed for 18-month to 3-year-olds and their parents, these classes develop motor skills and playground safety through basic tumbling, balance exercises, and interactive play. Certified instructors guide social interaction while introducing fundamental gymnastics concepts in a safe, supportive environment.
Tiny Tot Classes
For children aged 3 to kindergarten, this program builds strength, hand-eye coordination, and focus using beam, bars, floor, and trampoline activities. Classes emphasize early childhood development through structured gym play that prepares students for formal gymnastics training while improving balance and spatial awareness.
Girls Gymnastics
Girls' programs span from beginner levels in 1st-2nd grade through high school, covering floor, bars, beam, vault, and trampoline. Progressive skill tracks allow advancement through evaluations, with specialized tracks for aerial skills and advanced springboard techniques. Classes foster discipline and technical proficiency.
Competitive Teams
State-ranked teams compete at Compulsory, Optional, and Xcel levels, with a track record of winning regional and national awards. The program focuses on technical excellence, competitive strategy, and athlete development, helping seniors earn collegiate scholarships through demonstrated performance and skill mastery.
Open Gym Sessions
Supervised, non-instructional play periods let students practice skills independently on trampolines, beams, and bars. Open to kindergarten through middle schoolers, sessions offer foam pit access (Bellevue location) and social interaction while maintaining safety protocols with CPR-certified staff overseeing equipment use and facility guidelines.
People
Kim Thomson
Owner & Founder
Kim Thomson founded Gymnastics East in 1979 after competing as a member of our early team. Returning as coach in 2000, she brings over four decades of experience developing award-winning athletes and fostering community through gymnastics, prioritizing skill mastery and sportsmanship.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer programs for children 18 months to high school age, including parent-tot, preschool, elementary, middle school, and high school classes.
Do you have competitive gymnastics teams?
Yes, our state-ranked competitive teams compete at Compulsory, Optional, and Xcel levels, with athletes earning regional, state, and national awards since 1979.
How do I register for classes?
Create an account on our Parent Portal, use class filters to select options, submit requests, and await approval confirmation emails for enrollment.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit card payments through our Parent Portal system for all classes, camps, and private instruction sessions.
Are trial classes available?
Yes, trial classes are offered for $20 with availability confirmation through our waitlist system to ensure proper class fit for your child.
Do you offer private coaching?
Mini private sessions with senior coaches are available for $50–$60, requiring 72-hour cancellation notice and prior registration through our portal.
