Our Trampoline and Tumbling classes are organized by skill level, allowing each child to learn and progress at their own pace.
From fundamental techniques to advanced tumbling skills, your child will move through our leveled program as they build strength, confidence, and coordination.
Flexible scheduling options are available—choose to attend once or twice a week!
Class Discriptions
T&T LEVEL 1
Children fit into Level 1 when they are working on forward rolls, backward rolls, and beginning to learn a cartwheel. These children may need manipulatives to help with cartwheels, and can’t quite get their legs over their heads. Children ages 4.5 to 8 may fall into this level. A Level 1 child would be considered a beginner.
T&T LEVEL 2
Children fit into Level 2 when they are already confident with rolls and can perform a cartwheel independently. They should also be able to do a run-skip-cartwheel and a handstand independently, as well as begin working toward a round-off. Required trampoline skills include tuck, straddle, pike, seat drop, seat to doggy to belly.
T&T LEVEL 3
Children in Level 3 can perform all Level 1 and 2 skills, plus demonstrate a solid round-off. These students should be working on a back handspring using manipulatives such as the Smarter Spotter and/or harness, and should be doing so with ease or growing independence. Trampoline skills required include all Level 2 skills, as well as seat drop turn tables, mule kicks, and pumpkin rolls (or front somis).
T&T LEVEL 4
Children in Level 4 can do all Level 1 through 3 skills and can perform a back handspring independently or with a light spot. They should also be working on connecting a round-off to a back handspring. Required trampoline skills include all Level 2 and 3 elements, plus front tucks, backdrop pullovers, and other connecting more advanced skills.
REC AGES 10+
This class is designed for children aged 10 and older who want to progress in their skills—ranging from basic to advanced—but who may not be interested in pursuing the competitive track.
DYNAMITES
The Dynamites program is for children who are too advanced (or too old) for the preschool program but not quite ready for Level 1. The focus of this class is on basic tumbling skills and perfecting:
- Cartwheels
- Handstands
- Running cartwheels
Dynamites are typically between the ages of 4.5 and 5.5.
MIGHTY MITES
This pre-competitive, invitation-only program is designed for children ages 5–7 who may eventually move on to our competitive team. Classes are held in the “big room” and focus on:
- Strength
- Flexibility
- Basic to intermediate tumbling skills
A run-hurdle round-off is a prerequisite for this level, along with intermediate trampoline skills.
COMPETITIVE TEAM
The Competitive Team includes boys and girls of all ages and levels. Stoughton Tumblers is a member of the United States Trampoline and Tumbling Association (USTA) and competes against teams from Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, and occasionally Wisconsin.
Joining the Competitive Team involves a commitment to:
- Attending one or two practices per week
- Families are responsible for traveling to competitions independently and covering all associated costs, including travel expenses, meet entry fees, and coaching fees for each event
- Participating in fundraising activities