Jump, Tumble, and Twist: Carolina Gymnastics Parent and Me Class

Have you ever heard of Carolina Gymnastics?
Whether you’re looking for a Parent and Me class for your tots, an awesome place to host your next birthday party, or a sport to introduce your older kids to, you should give Carolina Gymnastics a try! A local mom and Kidding Around Columbia writer has been taking her young daughter to gymnastics classes here for the past several months and has some great insight we think you will love! 

Whether you’re looking for a Parent and Me class for your tots, an awesome place to host your next birthday party, or a sport to introduce your older kids to, you should give Carolina Gymnastics a try! A local mom and Kidding Around Columbia writer has been taking her young daughter to gymnastics classes here and has some great insights to share.

Carolina Gymnastics: Parent and Me Classes

When my daughter began walking and became more of a active toddler than a baby, I knew I needed to find a regular activity for her. I wanted something that would get us out of the house, challenge her physical development, teach her new skills, and let her socialize with other children her age.

After some searching, I came across the Parent and Me classes at Carolina Gymnastics, and I knew we had to give them a try. It was incredibly reassuring to know that Carolina Gymnastics has a long-standing history in our community—they’ve been in business since 1976 and were the very first privately owned gymnastics center in all of South Carolina.

Group Class Room

The class we are a part of usually starts out in the specialized Group Class Area. Complete with a climbable castle replica, vibrant wall murals, a slide, and a small foam pit, this room is perfectly tailored and fun for small kiddos. Tiny gymnasts are also given the opportunity to free play in the “big gym” where they can try out the trampoline, swing on the bars, walk across the low beams, dance to the music, and so much more!

Independence to Explore at Their Own Pace

Each family can take advantage of one free trial class to be sure the environment is a good fit. About halfway through our trial run, it was safe to say that my daughter was completely hooked. The Parent and Me class is set up to give toddlers space and independence to explore and try things on their own time, backed by tons of positive guidance from the coaches.

I really love that throughout the class I am able to participate alongside my daughter, learning proper spotting techniques to safely teach her new introductory skills like forward rolls, basic cartwheels, and bridges. It is so cool to see her achieve new milestones at such a young age! Now, at almost two years old, her absolute favorite things to do are swinging on the bars and leaping into the large foam pit.

Classes Offered at Carolina Gymnastics

Carolina Gymnastics offers a full lineup of year-round, weekly classes for all ages and skill levels, with monthly tuition starting around $79.

• Parent and Me: Boys and girls, walking to 2/3 years old.
• Preschool Gymnastics: Boys and girls, ages 3 to 5 years old.
• Advanced Preschool Gymnastics: For older preschoolers looking to transition toward recreational programs.
• Girls & Boys Recreational Gymnastics: Ages 6 and up, separated into Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels covering Olympic events.
• Tumbling Classes: Ages 6 and up, focusing on floor, rod floor, and tumble track progressions (offering Beginner, Intermediate/Back Handspring focus, and Advanced levels).

Twist and Tumble at Your Next Birthday Party

Looking for a high-energy, hassle-free place to host your child’s next birthday party? Carolina Gymnastics offers 1.5-hour “Birthday Bashes” on Saturdays and Sundays. The gym handles all the activities and the clean-up!

All parties include:

• A 1.5-hour celebration with supervised gym play
• Age-appropriate games and an instructional obstacle course
• Trampoline time and fun in the large foam pit
• Use of the private party room
• Goody bags and a discount voucher to an Open Gym for guests
• A special t-shirt and medal for the birthday child

Party Pricing Packages

The cost depends on your guest count and gym membership status:

Party Size	Member Rate	Non-Member Rate
Up to 15 Children	$240	$250
16 to 30 Children	$270	$280

Note: Families supply their own cake and refreshments, while the staff takes care of the entertainment and post-party cleanup.

You’ll find even more local celebration options in our comprehensive Kidding Around Guide to Birthday Parties in Columbia, SC.

Location & Contact

• Address: 437 Rabon Road, Columbia, SC 29223
• Phone: 803.788.2808
• Email: office@carolinagymnastics.com

Have you ever visited Carolina Gymnastics? Let us know your experience in the comments!

You’ll find more birthday party options in our Kidding Around Guide to Birthday Parties in Columbia, SC

Carolina Gymnastics 
437 Rabon Road
803.788.2808 

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