BG’s Gymnastics Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register for a class?

You can pre-print the registration form and have it completed when you arrive at the gym. This will help to make registration more efficient. You can also come to the gym and complete the registration at that time.

What is your make-up policy if I have to miss a class?

Make-ups for our Class students are offered on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Classes are to be made up the week before or the week after the class is missed. Parents must confirm the make-up date with the office staff.

Returned Check policy

There will be a $20.00 fee for any checks returned as insufficient funds.

Weather closings

If the gym has to close due to inclement weather, it will appear on WPXI Channel 11 television news station. If you are unsure if we are going to be open, please call the gym at 724-684-5779.

What to wear

Students should wear comfortable clothes. Team students must wear a leotard.

Pro-rated tuition

Tuition is paid every 4-week session; if a student joins during the session, the tuition will be pro-rated accordingly.

Can I start at any time or do I need to wait for a new session to begin?

We offer open registration year round; you do not have to wait for a new session. Tuition will be pro-rated.

How long is a session?

A session is four weeks long.

Can I observe the class?

Parents can observe their child in our preschool area at any time. Class and Team students can be observed from our viewing area in our lobby at any time. Due to limited space on our second floor, parents are permitted to go upstairs to observe their child only once during a session. These dates are posted in the lobby area.

Can my child try a class before registering?

We offer a trial class at no charge to be sure this is what the student and parents want. Only one free trial class is allowed per student.

Do you offer camps?

We offer camps twice per year; a summer camp and a winter camp.

What are the office hours?

The office is open week nights from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Are there discounts for more than one child?

There is a 20% discount for each additional child.

How often should my child attend class?

Statistics show that students who attend class on a regular basis advance faster. The tuition paid for each session is for a one hour class, once per week for all class students. We offer a 20% discount off the tuition of a second class if the student would like to attend two classes per week.

Are the instructors certified?

Our instructors are safety certified and have background clearances. This is a requirement of the USAG organization.

How can I make a payment?

You can make a payment in our office during business hours. We accept cash or check as payment.

How do I get in the competitive program?

In order to be invited to be a member of our competitive team program there are certain requirements a student must meet; certain skills on each apparatus must be achieved, the desire to excel in the sport is a must, working together with fellow teammates in harmony, and a family commitment is essential to the success of the gymnast and the competitive program. Students are evaluated annually by our coaching staff and parents are consulted before a student is invited to the team.

What is the instructor to student ratio?

Preschool instructor to student ratio is 5 to 1 and for class students it is 8 to 1.

How long are the classes?

Classes for Preschoolers and Class students are one hour long, one evening per week. Competitive team students have extended hours based on the skill level they are working at.

Does the gym run year round?

The gym runs year round with the exception of Holidays and one week in August. Schedules are available in our office for session dates, holiday closings and our annual one week closing.

Can I bring a friend to try a class?

Yes, we offer one trial class at no charge for friends or relatives. A registration/waiver form must be completed by a parent or guardian before taking the trial class.

How old does my child need to be to join a class?

We offer classes for students ages 18 months old to 18 years old.

Do you offer private lessons?

Private lessons are available; we offer one hour or half hour lessons. Call our office at 724-684-5779 to arrange a day and time suitable for you. You must be enrolled in our program to have a private lesson.