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- Gymtots
- Pre-school
- Recreational (age 4-10)
- Rec Plus
- Advanced Recreational Classes
- Junior Display Team
- Senior Display Team
- Gymfit (age 11-15)
- Teen Team (age 12 +)
- Girls Squad
- Boys Squad
- Elite Programmes
Gymtots
Gymtots is our fabulous parent and toddler programme designed to help babies and toddlers develop sensory skills and use of muscles required for physical play, therefore preparing the framework for sport in later life.
From September 2016 Gymtots will only be available on a pre-paid basis, members must be booked into a specific class and pay for the term.
Class times
Tuesday 10.30-11.15 + 11.30-12.15
Thursday 10.30-11.15 + 11.30-12.15
Friday 10.30-11.15 + 11.30-12.15

Pre-school Gymnastics
A fantastic introduction to gymnastics aimed at developing motor skills through balance, co-ordination and flexibility. Each week we explore a different theme so that classes remain fun and educational.
Class times
Monday – Friday 1.30 – 2.15
Tuesday – Friday 12.30-1.15
Tuesday – Saturday 2.30 -3.15
Wednesday 10.30-11.15

Recreational Gymnastics Classes (age 4-10)
Introduction to fundamental skills on bars, beam, vault and floor. At Arabian we ensure that all gymnasts remain challenged by providing a specific motivational event each term; Term 1 culminates in a Christmas Show, Term 2 culminates in annual grading, Term 3 culminates in a class competition.
Age Appropriate Classes
2.30 – 3.30 Monday to Friday for boys and girls in Junior & Senior Infants
3.45 – 4.45 Monday to Wednesday for boys and girls in 1st to 3rd Class
5.00 – 6.00 Monday to Thursday for boys and girls in 4th class & above
Mixed Age Group Classes – while our preference would always be age appropriate classes, we realise that this may not be possible for those with siblings of varied ages, therefore we have created the following “mixed age group” classes.
Mondays 6.00 – 7.00 & 7.00 – 8.00
Tuesdays 6.00 – 7.00
Thursdays 3.45 – 4.45
Fridays 3.45 – 4.45 & 5.00 – 6.00
Saturday 3.45 – 4.45 & 5.00 – 6.00

Rec Plus
Rec Plus is a programme we have recently developed in response to the demand for more intensive classes at a non-competitive level. The rec plus classes follow our traditional recreational programme but at a more intensive level
Class times
Monday – Friday 3.15 – 5.15
Monday 7.00 – 9.00
Thursday 6.15 – 8.15 + 7.00 – 9.00

Advanced Recreational Classes
This class is open to any enthusiastic recreational gymnasts. It’s a two hour class on a Saturday morning that can be done in addition to a midweek recreational class. It’s an intensive class so expect to work hard and learn new skills quickly. Annual interclub competitions will be a great opportunity for gymnasts to show their progress!
Class Times
Tuesday 7.00 – 9.00
Wednesday 6.15 – 8.15
Friday 6.15 – 8.15
Saturday 9.30 – 11.30 + 11.45 – 1.45

Junior Display Team
A group of 20 young gymnasts that perform at various display and festivals throughout Ireland. Their routines are fun and entertaining.
Class Time
Friday 6.15 -7.45

Senior Display Team
This team of 25 gymnasts perform display gymnastics at some of the world’s most prestigious gymnastics festivals. They mix choreography, acrobatics and tumbling to create routines that are enjoyable for both the performer and the spectator.
Class time
Wednesday 8.00 – 9.00

Gymfit (age 11-15)
Specifically designed for children who would like to take up gymnastics later in childhood, focuses on developing fitness through gymnastics activities including floor, vault, trampette and air-track.
Class time
Thursday 6.15 – 7.00

Teen Team (age 12 +)
Teenagers who show enthusiasm and dedication are selected for this team. The group work together towards displays and festivals.
Class time
Tuesdays 7.00 – 9.00

Girls Squad
Gymnasts who show potential will be invited to join the squad. Squad classes are longer and more intense with a smaller coach to gymnast ratio. Squads will train 4 – 9 hours a week. This more intense level of gymnastics encourages the development of self-discipline, commitment and determination. Our squads compete at various regional and national competitions – just checkout our facebook page to keep up to date with their achievements and titles!

Boys Squad
Boys showing a high level of potential are invited to train as part of the boys squad in addition to their regular class. The boys squad take part in various competitions and display throughout the year.
Class Time
Tuesdays 5.30 -7.00

Elite Programmes
Our elite and pre-elite programme was founded in 2013 with the aim of developing selected squad gymnasts to an elite level. We currently have 4 pre-elite gymnasts training 9 hours per week & 2 elite gymnasts training 18+ hours a week. Both our elite gymnasts are part of the National Squad and are aspiring to compete in the Olympics.
