Davenport Junior Theatre

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Tumbling

Description

Floor gymnastics for the beginning - intermediate tumbler; all classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines or bars. Tumblers will learn basic skills such as cartwheels, handstands, back bends, and more. Class begins with stretching to improve flexibility and warm ups before working on tumbling skills.

  • Tumbling classes will meet in Cottage 10.

  • Classes meet once a week at scheduled time.

  • A Parent/Guardian must sign their child in and out.

  • All students must be potty-trained before enrolling.

  • Students are encouraged to bring their own water bottles.

  • Please refer to our Class Procedures below for all protocols and guidelines

Early Bird Special

Receive $10 off if you register by December 16th. Discount auto-applies upon checkout.

Details

  • Session Schedule: January 11 - May 10 (16 Weeks)

  • No Class: March 17 - 22 (Spring Break)

  • No Saturday Classes: April 5th (Theatre Showcases)

    • Makeup day scheduled for May 10th.

  • Recital Day: Saturday, May 17. Exact format, days & times will be announced by Week 4 of class.

  • Dress Rehearsals: May 13, 14, OR 15. Exact format, days & times will be announced by Week 4 of class.

  • A $50 Costume Fee is now included in your registration.

    • The registration can be split into multiple payments with the final payment due on Friday, February 14th.

  • Price: Davenport Resident*: $190-$210 |  Non Resident*: $210-$230

*Classes & events cancelled by inclement weather or facility emergency cannot be made up at a later time.
*DJT is a proud program of Davenport Parks & Recreation. Our programs and facility are supported by Davenport taxpayers. Therefore, all Davenport residents receive 20% off registration fee (capped at $20 per class).

Attire (The following dance attire is required for all classes and can be purchased locally or online. (There are no color requirements on dance apparel) All hair must be pulled back:

  • Leotard (Required), shorts/leggings. Layers such as a t-shirt are welcome as long as they are form fitting and will not ride up when doing skills upside down.

  • Shoes: Bare feet–no tights or socks.

  • Avoid any baggy clothes, leotards with attached skirts, and jewelry.


Tumble Tots: Ages 3-4

Our preschool floor gymnastic classes teach coordination and class etiquette. All classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines or bars. Tumblers will learn forward and backwards rolls, cartwheels, and more. Classes will perform onstage tumble passes for presentations and recital.

Saturday
Start Date: January 11
10:45-11:30AM

Tuesday
Start Date: January 14
4:00-4:45PM

Wednesday
Start Date: January 15
4:00-4:45PM


Beginning Tumble: Ages 5-7

Floor gymnastics for the beginning tumbler; all classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines or bars. Tumblers will learn basic skills such as cartwheels, handstands, back bends, and more. Class begins with stretching to improve flexibility and warm ups before working on tumbling skills.

Saturday
Start Date: January 11
9:30-10:30AM

Tuesday
Start Date: January 14
5:00-6:00PM

Thursday
Start Date: January 16
4:00-5:00PM


Novice Tumble: Ages 5-8 - Teacher Recommended

Floor gymnastics for the beginning tumbler; all classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines or bars. Tumblers will learn basic skills such as cartwheels, handstands, back bends, and more. Class begins with stretching to improve flexibility and warm ups before working on tumbling skills.

Must be recommended by an instructor. In order to register, please call the Dance Coordinator at 563-888-3431

Wednesday
Start Date: January 15
5:00-6:00PM


Tumble: Ages 8+

Floor gymnastics for the beginning tumbler; all classes use floor mats with no use of trampolines or bars. Tumblers will learn basic skills such as cartwheels, handstands, back bends, and more. Class begins with stretching to improve flexibility and warm ups before working on tumbling skills.

Tuesday
Start Date: January 14
6:30-7:30PM


Intermediate - Teacher Recommended

This class is for students who have mastered the basics of tumbling and are ready for more complex skills and combinations. Tumblers will continue to improve tumbling basics as they are the foundation for intermediate and advanced skills. Class will begin with a warm up and stretch session. Tumblers will begin to work on tumbling routines that will be performed at presentations and recital.
*Tumblers complete at least one year of Beginning Tumble and be recommended by an instructor.

In order to register, please call the Dance Coordinator at 563-888-3431

Thursday
Start Date: January 16
5:15-6:15PM


Advanced Tumble - Teacher Recommended

This class is for students who have mastered the basics of tumbling and are ready for more complex skills and combinations. Tumblers will continue to improve tumbling basics as they are the foundation for intermediate and advanced skills. Class will begin with a warm up and stretch session. Tumblers will begin to work on tumbling routines that will be performed at presentations and recital.
*Tumblers complete at least one year of Beginning Tumble and be recommended by an instructor.

In order to register, please call the Dance Coordinator at 563-888-3431

Thursday
Start Date: January 16
6:30-7:45PM

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