Grand Rapids

Gymnastics Academy

“Building confidence, self-esteem and leaderships skills through gymnastics and dance instruction in a safe and positive atmosphere.”

November/December 2006 Newsletter

Holiday Show

The annual holiday show will be held on December 22^nd at the Greenway High school Auditorium.  This performance is encouraged for all levels of GRGA gymnasts and dancers including preschool and parent/tot.  Last year we had over 100 participants and hope to make this year an even bigger success.  The deadline to order leotards has been extended to November 17th.  Please be sure to get your envelope returned on time so we can assure a timely arrival of costumes and leotards for the dress rehearsal and picture day.  So far, there are over 100 members signed up to participate this year.  Each level will perform a short segment with the students in their class.  Show tickets will be available for pre-sell on December 4^th.  

Picture Day and Dress Rehearsal

This year we will hold our dress rehearsal for the Holiday Show coinciding with picture day at the Greenway High school Auditorium the Sunday before the show, December 17^th.  Students will arrive at a designated time slot to run through their routine on stage and follow it up with class and individual pictures.  Pictures will be taken by Klatt Photography again this year.  A schedule will be handed out closer to the date with rehearsal times for each class.  If your child does not wish to participate in the holiday show but is interested in attending picture day, they may be included in the class photo by ordering the holiday show leotard.   Individual photos are also available and will not require purchase of the holiday show leotard.    

Dates to Know

November 18/19 – 3^rd State Qualifier Meet - Chanhassen

November 24/25 – Thanksgiving – No Classes at GRGA

December 3rd – Fun Meet – Bemidji

 December 2^nd and 16^th - Open gym will be held

December 9/10 – Level 5 and 6 State Meet – White Bear Lake

December 17 – Holiday Show Dress Rehearsal

December 17 – Picture Day

December 22- Holiday show

December 22-January 2 – No Classes at GRGA

December 31 – New Year’s Sleepover

Gymnasts of The Month

Parker Aultman

Allison Richardson

Dancer of The Month

Marki Klatt

Level 4 Team Wins Ghost and Goblin Invitational

On October 27^th, the GRGA Level 4 team came home with a 1^st place win at the Ghost and Goblin Invitational held at Forest Lake’s Flyaways Gold Gymnastics.  The team placed 1^st amongst eight other USAG programs from around the state.  GRGA had the top finisher in the meet with Annabelle Versich taking 1^st all-around with a 35.8.  We also had 14 individuals finish in the top ten of 70 gymnasts on the individual events.  Level 4 team members include: Annabelle Versich, Alyssa DeHut, Allison Richardson, Aubree Jaeger, Amanda Hernesman, Ashley Benes, Hannah Stoffel, Nicole Jamsa, Payton Mackbee and Justine Stoltz

WWW.GRGYMACADEMY.COM

We hope you visit the GRGA website often.   Please use the website to help keep informed and let us know you visited by signing the GRGA Guest Book.   

Open Gym Schedule

Due to GRGA’s busy competitive meet schedule, open gym is not held every weekend.   Please keep posted on scheduled open gym times by following the calendar in the lobby or via the website at www.grgymacademy.com.    Open gym is an excellent time to make up a missed class or a great opportunity for anyone desiring extra gym time.  Open Gym will not be held for the entire month of November due to competitions and Thanksgiving weekend.  We will hold several open gym sessions during December.   

Thanksgiving Weekend

GRGA will be closed over the Thanksgiving holiday and weekend.  Friday preschool gymnasts may pro-rate their November tuition or make-up during another preschool class. Beginner through Level 3 classes may attend an open gym make-up class on December 2^nd or December 16^th.  We hope everybody has a safe and happy holiday. 

Hooded Sweatshirts

Orders can be placed for GRGA Hooded Sweatshirts in November.   Sweatshirts will be delivered in time for Holiday gift giving.  This year, sweatshirts will be available in several colors with the GRGA logo screen printed on the front.  Look for the hooded sweatshirt display and order envelopes in the lobby soon.   

Inclement Weather

If school becomes canceled due to inclement weather, it is GRGA’s policy to cancel classes as well. 

GRGA classes will still be held on other no-school days such as conferences and MEA weekend.  

Grand Rapids Gymnastics Academy

1887 East Highway 2

218-326-3001

                                                                        www.grgymacademy.com

Holiday Pro-Shop Packages

·        Leotard + Shorts + Sweatshirt = $67

·        T-shirt + Leotard + Backpack = $52

·        2 Leotards + Sweatshirt = $75

·        Backpack + Sweatshirt + Leotard = $70

·        2 Leotards + Shorts = $65 

Winter Schedule

Saturday morning preschool classes return in January!  GRGA will also be making several other adjustments and additions to the class schedule for 2007.   Please look for the new winter schedule to be made available during week one of the December session.  The winter schedule will become effective with the January Session which will begin on January 2^nd.  Registration will be done on December 17^th at the Holiday Show dress rehearsal.  All gym members will need to re-register for their desired class at this time.  If you cannot attend the registration at this time you may also register at the information desk at the gym. 

LSGA Championships

The GRGA competitive team attended the Lake Superior Gymnastics Association Championship meet held in Duluth on November 11^th.  The Grand Rapids Gymnastics Academy took home 1^st place in Levels 4, 5 and 6 as they defeated teams from Duluth, Superior, Ashland and Rice Lake.  The level 4 team was led by nine-year olds Alyssa DeHut and Annabelle Versich who notched 1^st places all-around in the meet with a 35.85.  In Level 5 competition Mackenzie Dumm led the team while also notching 1^st place all-around with a 36.  Julianne Lahti was top Level 6 finisher in the meet as she led GRGA’s level 6 team to a first place finish. 

New Year’s Sleepover Party

Looking for something fun for the kids on New Year’s Eve?  The party is at GRGA!  Join us for a fun-filled evening of open gym, contests, games, prizes, snacks, movies and more!  Last year’s sleepover was a huge hit and this year will be sure to fill up fast.  Sign-up can be done by filling out the registration form below and placing in the payment box with payment included.  Space is limited to 40 students.  Members-only sign-up will be until December 3^rd.  After December 3^rd registration will be open to non-members and siblings.   

Where:  Grand Rapids Gymnastics Academy

When:  Sunday, December 31^st – Monday, January 1^st

Time:  Arrival – 7 p.m. and Pick-up – 8:30 a.m.

Cost: Half Night - $30, Overnight - $40

Who:  Anybody ages 6 and up

Child’s Name ________________________________  Age______________  D/O/B __________________

Parent’s Name ____________________________________________________________

Phone Number ___________________________________________________________

Emergency Contact Number _______________________________________________

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Grand Rapids Gymnastics Academy

1887 East Highway 2

218-326-3001

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