Why November Is a Great Time to Start Gymnastics!
You don't have to wait for a new year to try something new!
As the temperatures drop and Minnesota families start spending more time indoors, parents often begin looking for activities that will keep their children active, engaged, and having fun.
Here's something you might not know: November is a fantastic time to start gymnastics!
At IGM Gymnastics in Burnsville, we believe there's never a wrong time for a child to discover the excitement of gymnastics. Whether your child is taking their very first class or looking for a new activity to challenge them, November is a wonderful time to jump in!
1. No Need to Wait Until January!
One of the biggest misconceptions about gymnastics is that children need to register at the beginning of the school year or wait for a new session to start.
Not at IGM!
Our recreational gymnastics programs offer ongoing enrollment, meaning new students can join throughout the year as space allows.
Your child doesn't need previous gymnastics experience, and they certainly don't need to know how to do a cartwheel before walking through our doors!
We'll help you find a class that's appropriate for your child's age and experience.
2. Keep Kids Moving as Minnesota Gets Colder
We all know what's coming: shorter days, colder temperatures, and plenty of time spent indoors!
Gymnastics is a fantastic way to keep children physically active during the fall and winter months.
Through gymnastics, children have opportunities to develop:
- Strength and flexibility
- Balance and coordination
- Body awareness and motor skills
- Focus and listening skills
- Confidence and independence
And the best part? They're building these skills while having FUN!
Instead of another afternoon on the couch, gymnastics gives kids an exciting activity to look forward to each week.
3. Build Confidence Before the New Year
Gymnastics is about so much more than flips, cartwheels, and handstands.
For many children, the biggest accomplishments happen long before they master a new gymnastics skill.
It's the shy preschooler who confidently joins their class without Mom or Dad.
It's the beginner who finally walks across the balance beam without help.
It's the child who tries something challenging, falls, gets back up, and tries again.
Those little victories add up!
Starting gymnastics in November gives children the opportunity to begin developing confidence, independence, and perseverance before the new year even begins.
4. Give Your Child Something to Look Forward To
The weeks between Halloween and the winter holidays can be busy for families, but having a consistent activity can provide something positive and exciting in a child's routine.
Gymnastics offers opportunities to make new friends, interact with coaches, celebrate accomplishments, and work toward personal goals.
At IGM, we love watching children walk into the gym excited to see their coaches and classmates.
And that excitement often continues long after class is over!
5. There's a Class for Every Beginning
Every gymnast starts somewhere!
At IGM Gymnastics, we offer programs for a variety of ages and abilities, including:
Parent & Tot (18 months–3 years)
An introduction to movement, balance, and coordination with a grown-up by their side.
Little Twisters (3.5–5 years)
A fun preschool gymnastics experience focused on independence, confidence, and foundational movement skills.
Girls & Boys Recreational Gymnastics
From first-time beginners to more experienced gymnasts, our classes introduce and develop gymnastics skills in a structured, encouraging environment.
The Best Part? Your First Class Can Be FREE!
We understand that choosing a new activity for your child is a big decision.
That's why IGM offers FREE trial classes for new students, subject to availability.
Your child can experience our gym, meet a coach, and discover what gymnastics is all about before you commit to enrolling.
No experience necessary. No need to wait until January.
Just bring your energy, enthusiasm, and a willingness to try something new!
Ready to Get Started?
Make this November the month your child discovers something amazing!
IGM Gymnastics — Burnsville, Minnesota
Serving families in Burnsville, Lakeville, Apple Valley, Savage, Prior Lake, Eagan, and surrounding communities.
📍 12117 Riverwood Drive, Burnsville, MN 55337
📞 952-898-3889
Request your FREE trial class today and discover the fun at IGM Gymnastics!
Because every great gymnast starts with a first class.
