You’ll Flip for TAG USA Gymnastics’ Summer Camp and Aftercare Programs

KEEPING CHILDREN ENTERTAINED DURING the summer or after school can sometimes be a challenge. But that’s never the case at TAG USA Gymnastics. There’s simply no time to be bored when you’re engaged in nonstop activities and that’s exactly what TAG specializes in with its award-winning day camp and aftercare programs.

“Our summer sports camp is legendary,” boasts TAG General Manager A.J. Zoldan, who has been working alongside his father, Michael Zoldan, to continue to grow the gym and its program offerings. “Children love the all-action, all-sports curriculum, while parents appreciate the affordable pricing and flexible scheduling with daily, weekly, and multi-week options.”

Boys and girls will flip for all the activities as they rotate throughout the enormous gym space. At 36,000 square feet, it’s South Florida’s best and largest facility.

Certified coaches instruct children in traditional gymnastics stations such as trampoline, tumbling, bars, and beam. These rotations are interspersed with fun-filled activities such as obstacle courses, inflatables, and even Color War games. Besides learning gymnastics skills, campers can also play sports such as indoor soccer and basketball or participate in dance routines and cheerleading. And, for families seeking a more specialized sports day for their children, TAG USA offers afternoon clinics in intense tumbling, stunts and flips, and stretch cardio fitness.

TAG’s summer camp, which is for children ages five to 14, runs through August 18. It also offers a day camp program during Thanksgiving Week, Winter Break, and Spring Break, as well as on no-school days.

Active Aftercare

That same balance of engaging, action-packed activities and structured instruction that serves as the foundation of its popular day camp program was used to create TAG’s after-school curriculum. Catering to elementary and middle school families, the aftercare program offers van pick-up from schools in Weston, Davie, Cooper City, Pembroke Pines, and Southwest Ranches. Parents also have the option of picking up their child from school and dropping him/her at TAG for an afternoon of activities.

TAG’s aftercare program starts with a “team coached” stretch and warm-up class followed by a general trampoline and tumbling workout. Then there’s time to complete homework and socialize. Afterward, children can take part in recreational activities, games, and trampoline fun until parent pick-up by 6:00 p.m.

Cause For Celebration

Back-to-school means back to the birthday party circuit and parties at TAG USA Gymnastics are a favorite among children and parents alike.

Each two-hour party features private use of the gym and a celebration in the enormous party room. In addition to entertaining the kids, two coaches will help set up, serve, and clean up, allowing parents to enjoy their child’s special day and spend quality time with their guests.

Speaking of quality time. Parents can enjoy an evening out every Saturday night knowing their children are well cared for by TAG’s highly trained and certified coaches. During Open Gym, which runs from 6:30-10 p.m., children can enjoy supervised activities in a safe and secure environment.

TAG’s huge gymnastics playground is open for kids, ages five to 14, to enjoy the trampolines, beams, bars, tumble tracks, spring floors, and all the other gymnastics equipment in a non-instructional evening of fun.

“It’s cheaper than a babysitter and a whole lot more fun,” jokes Michael.

Gymnastics Powerhouse

TAG has the equipment and coaching staff necessary for a young athlete to train for recreation or to grow into a nationally-ranked gymnast or college athlete.

TAG’s training program begins with recreational gymnastics classes for ages two and up. Children learn fundamental gymnastics skills while progressively improving and advancing through the levels. More serious and talented gymnasts can progress into TAG’s competitive gymnastics program. TAG is home to nine National Champions, two National Team members, one Olympian (Czech Republic), and numerous college athletes.

A.J. points out that every child has a path at TAG. “A recreational path for introduction to the sport. A pre-team path to experience high skills and awards. And a team path for State, Regional, and National aspirations in gymnastics, tumbling, and trampoline.”

To inspire gymnasts of all levels, TAG often invites former Olympians to visit the gym. Superstars such as Aly Raisman, Alicia Sacramone, Nastia Luikin, Shawn Johnson, Jordyn Wieber, Jonathan Horton, and Sam Mikulak have stopped by to train, pose for pictures, and provide the young gymnasts with words of encouragement.

Michael points out that TAG is privileged to have a few former foreign Olympians on staff. That’s because the gym requires its team coaches to have at least ten years of coaching experience and be former high-level gymnasts. Its recreational coaches are also extremely talented, as well as passionate about what they do.

“No matter what level, rest assured that TAG’s coaches are the best of the best and undergo a rigorous training program,” said Michael. “Additionally, all instructors possess USA Gymnastics certification and undergo a mandatory Level 2 FBI background check.”

The Tag Difference

TAG USA Gymnastics has a 55-year history as the leader in regional gymnastics training and that is evident in everything it does.

“We invite you to stop by and visit our ‘Home of Champions,’ to see our incredible athletes in action, feel the energy, and meet our amazing staff and renowned coaches,” encourages A.J.

TAG USA Gymnastics is located at 15900 West State Road 84 in Weston. For more information please visit www.taggymnastics.com or call 954-384-9191.