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David Boden

Are you interested in Parkour?

Parkour is described as using obstacles as opportunity. You’ve probably seen people doing parkour as they jump from obstacle to obstacle and vault their bodies over whatever obstacle is in their path. (Check out the video below to see what we’re talking about.)

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Adult Gymnastics

Gymnastics isn’t just for kids!

Ever wonder if you could still learn a cartwheel or perfect your back handspring again? You can. Try it at Gem City’s Adult Gymnastics!

Adult Gymnastics is held every Wednesday from 7:45 to 9:00 p.m. It’s only $9 per class and requires no long-term commitment.

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School's Out Open Gym

Gem City to host School’s Out Open Gym on Oct. 5

There might not be school on Friday, October 5, but there’s still an entire day to fill!

Gem City will host a School’s Out Open Gym from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. With four hours of supervised open playtime, it’s a great way for the kids to burn off energy and for you to run a few errands. The cost per child is only $20* and is open to ages 4-14.

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Good Grades Drawing

#BrainsAndBrawn: Find Good Athletes and Great Minds at Gem City

The start of the school year is one of our favorite times of the year at Gem City. There’s so much energy around the new school year, so we like to add excitement and help keep Gem City’s little athletes motivated with our Good Grades Drawing program.

The idea is this: For every A Gem City athletes earn, they have a chance to win any item from the Pro Shop for free!*

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Welcome Back: Fall Classes Start this week!

We’re so excited to be back! 🤸‍♂️A new school year means new classes at Gem City too! We still have a few open spots available, so call 217.224.8491 or stop in our soon. to get a spot in our fall gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, and kinder gem classes!

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Meet the Coaches and Staff of Gem City

Founded in 2006, Gem City Gymnastics & Tumbling, LLC. has some amazing coaches with over 215 years of combined coaching experience in the sports of gymnastics, tumbling, and cheer. We’re proud of our varied histories and grateful for our eclectic energies.
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Gem City Athletes Win Big in 2018 Seasons

Highlights from Gem City’s Nationally Ranked Gymnastics, Tumbling, and All Star Cheer Programs

The gymnastics, tumbling, and all star cheer programs at Gem City produced many wins during their respective competitive seasons. We are beyond proud of each athlete’s hard work and dedication. These victories represent years of work by the athletes and by our coaches as they’ve developed Gem City’s team and recreational class programs.

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chalk drawing of a clock

New Office Hours for the School Year

The start of a new school year brings to office hours for Gem City. Open hours for each day of the week are noted below. These new hours will go into effect beginning with the start of classes for the Fall Session on August 20.

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Gem City Offers Cartwheels and So Much More

Just before flinging their body into the air, has your child ever said, “Hey, look what I can do!” Your body breaks out into a sweat because you’re terrified they’re about to hurt themselves. We’ve heard countless versions of this story at Gem City Gymnastics & Tumbling.

We are here to help with our encouraging atmosphere, expert coaching, and facility designed specifically with safety in mind. Founded in 2006, Gem City Gymnastics & Tumbling, LLC. has roots that extended back decades with a current set of coaches that have over 215 years of combined coaching experience

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