Inclusive GymFun Classes
GymFun believes that all children, regardless of ability, should be provided with an enjoyable, high quality, recreational gymnastics experience. We realise the importance of providing gymnastics provision which meets the individual needs of all our gymnasts. Regular GymFun classes achieve this for most gymnasts but we recognise that some of our gymnasts require classes with a more tailored structure or additional support to best meet their needs. The Inclusive GymFun programme offers a semi-structured class for Primary aged children with additional needs.
Inclusion Head Coach - Anneka Dougan
The development of the Inclusive GymFun programme has been led by Anneka Dougan. Anneka is a Sport Science graduate from Ulster University, she has gained experience working in inclusive sport settings through the GymFun programme (under mentorship of Kelly Morrow) and working Special Olympics Ireland. She will be working with a team of GymFun coaches in an environment where we ensure high coach to gymnast ratios to help ensure all participants have a positive experience.
Equality for all
In 2018 GymFun was presented with British Gymnastics Foundation Level of the Equality Standard in Sport which recognises the Club's commitment, position and policy relating to equality for all our membership.
How to Join
If you have a child who has specific needs, we hope that we can help you find the perfect class which will enable them to achieve their potential. The link will enable you to join the waiting list for our Inclusive GymFun programme.
Inclusive GymFun - Semi-structured class (Tuesday 5-50pm)
This class focuses upon giving primary school-aged gymnasts time to explore and adapt to the gym environment, before providing a clear gymnastics structure which will follow a similar content to Enjoy and Learn GymFun classes. The focus is on developing FUNdamental movement skills and confidence through a positive, supportive and FUN environment. In this class coaches adapt instructional styles to include visual strategies, a range of stimulus variation in a quiet, calm and relaxed setting. Opportunities for learning will be paced appropriately for each gymnast. This class has a high coaching ratio which enables coaches to support gymnasts throughout the session and the semi-structured nature of the class allows for flexibility and adaptations to be made as necessary. If children progress well in this class we support them to join one of our other classes to ensure they remain challenged. Depending on gymnasts needs, parents may be asked to accompany their child during classes.
