AIM Gymnastics

It's not too late to register! Virtual Classes - Pay what you can http://www.aimgymnastics.ca/virtual-classes... We are excited to introduce our pay-what-you-can recreational classes! Our goal is to share the benefits of: - Getting up and moving after long days - Seeing familiar instructor faces - Learning new strength and flexibility moves to prepare for a return to in-person classes - Social time PAY WHAT YOU CAN: Any contributions toward virtual classes is greatly appreciated. You will be able to indicate the amount on each week's enrollment form. These are unusual times and we thank you for your support through the challenges of the last year. GET 10% CREDIT BACK: As a thank you, 10% of what you contribute for virtual classes will be credited back to your account and put towards the first month of fees when we return to in-person classes. Please note that the credit is not cash back and is only redeemable towards future AIM Gymnastics fees. SCHEDULE: Each week, you will get access to all three recreational classes. Participate in as many (or all of them!) as you can. Monday, January 25: Gymnastics with Coach David (all ages) - 4:30-5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 27: Ninja with Coach David (all ages) - 6:00-6:30 p.m. Friday, January 29: Gymnastics with Coach Sue (geared towards ages 6 & under, but all welcome) - 5:30-6:00 p.m. HOW TO REGISTER: Register for the January 25-29 classes: https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regevent.asp Anyone registered will receive a separate email with the links to access the Zoom classes.

Virtual Classes - Pay what you can! http://www.aimgymnastics.ca/virtual-classes We are excited to introduce our pay-what-you-can recreational classes! Our goal is to share the benefits of:... - Getting up and moving after long days - Seeing familiar instructor faces - Learning new strength and flexibility moves to prepare for a return to in-person classes - Social time PAY WHAT YOU CAN: Any contributions toward virtual classes is greatly appreciated. You will be able to indicate the amount on each week's enrollment form. These are unusual times and we thank you for your support through the challenges of the last year. GET 10% CREDIT BACK: As a thank you, 10% of what you contribute for virtual classes will be credited back to your account and put towards the first month of fees when we return to in-person classes. Please note that the credit is not cash back and is only redeemable towards future AIM Gymnastics fees. SCHEDULE: Each week, you will get access to all three recreational classes. Participate in as many (or all of them!) as you can. - Monday, January 25: Gymnastics with Coach David (all ages) - 4:30-5:00 p.m. - Wednesday, January 27: Ninja with Coach David (all ages) - 6:00-6:30 p.m. - Friday, January 29: Gymnastics with Coach Sue (geared towards ages 6 & under, but all welcome) - 5:30-6:00 p.m. HOW TO REGISTER: Register for the January 25-29 classes: https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regevent.asp Anyone registered will receive a separate email with the links to access the Zoom classes.

Let's get moving! Week 2, Day 4 We know being in lockdown and out of the gym is tough. Stay tuned to our social media accounts each day for a chance to get up and get moving! Today's exercise is reverse lunges. Join Coach David as he shows you the proper technique to strengthen your legs!

#StayHomeON Together we can stop the spread of COVID-19 Stay Home, Stay Safe, Save Lives. Thank you Rosie MacLennan, 2-time trampoline Olympic Champion, for h...elping to spread this message. We’re all in this together! . . . #GymnasticsOntario See more

DID YOU KNOW? The modern trampoline was built in the 1930s. It was originally used to train astronauts and athletes involved in acrobatic sports (gymnastics, freestyle skiing, and diving), before becoming a competitive sport of its own.

THROWBACK THURSDAY Throwback to 2019 and the last Provincial Championships for our WAG athletes. We are so looking forward to the next time our incredible, hardworking athletes can get back out on the competition floor!

THROWBACK THURSDAY We're looking back to the fall of 2019 when we held our first Observation Week. Parents/guardians joined their athletes in the gym for a portion of class to see their progress up close. Students were able to showcase skills and celebrate with friends and family right there with them. We can't wait until we're able to hold another Observation Week and celebrate our students' achievements!

DID YOU KNOW? The last perfect 10 awarded in Olympic competition was to Romania's Lavinia Milosovici, who won the gold on floor at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e4ZdPA290QQ

Let's get moving! Week 2, Day 3 We know being in lockdown and out of the gym is tough. Stay tuned to our social media accounts each day for a chance to get up and get moving! Today's exercise is bicycle kicks. Join Coach David as he shows you the proper technique to strengthen your core!

Happy New Year! Wishing your family a safe and healthy 2021.

DID YOU KNOW? The Federation of International Gymnastics (FIG) is the world’s oldest sports organization. Founded in Belgium in 1881, the FIG sets the rules for international competition to this day. It is currently headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Check out these summer Olympic sport athletes making the best of the snow, lockdowns, and cold weather! What activities do your children enjoy outdoors?

From the Region of Durham: "Durham Region regularly tests its public alerting system each fall and spring. The next test will occur November 23-24 during the day and will demonstrate what it would look and sound like during an emergency. November 23 If you live within 10 kilometres of a nuclear generating station and have a landline phone, you will receive an automated phone call.... November 24 If you are outdoors and within 3 kilometres of a nuclear generating station, you will hear sirens sound for one minute. The Province of Ontario will also be testing the Alert Ready system. They will issue a test message over television, radio, and compatible wireless devices: November 25 If you have a compatible cell phone, you will receive an Alert Ready message from the Province." For more information, please visit: https://www.durham.ca//living-h/nuclear-preparedness.aspx

ALPHABET EXERCISE Check out the guide below to play an alphabet exercise game. Today's challenge is to spell your name and complete the exercises!

Let's get moving! Week 2, Day 1 We know being in lockdown and out of the gym is tough. Stay tuned to our social media accounts each day for a chance to get up and get moving! We'll be getting our legs moving with today's exercise of bum kicks. Join Coach David as he shows you the proper technique to get your heart pumping with lots of energy!

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY Johanna Quaas, born in 1925, holds the Guinness World Record for being the oldest active gymnast. Her dedication to the sport and commitment to staying active is an inspiration! Check out a news profile on Johanna from 2017 here:... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJ9i81OpaBM See more

*LIMITED TIME!* Take an additional class at 50% off. We would like to thank you for your commitment to AIM Gymnastics! In the months of November 2020, December 2020, and January 2021, we invite recreational athletes to take an additional class per week at 50% off the regular price. For 55 minute classes, that's just $33.50+HST per month! This is a fantastic time to try a new program and enjoy additional time in the gym during the winter months. After January 2021, we will con...tinue to offer additional classes at 25% off through June 2021. Please contact our offices for registration assistance. Full terms and conditions are available on our website: http://www.aimgymnastics.ca/promotions

November 21, 2020 AIM Families and Team Members As of Monday November 23, 2020, Durham Region will be entering the Red Category.... We are working in conjunction with Gymnastics Ontario and Durham Public Health as we seek further clarification. We will email everyone once we have accurate and up to date information. Thank you for your continued patience and support while we ensure we are following all the new protocols. Laurie Large & Andrew Taylor Co-owners Athletes in Motion Gymnastics

Report Card week begins on Sunday, November 22! We are thrilled to be able to provide our athletes and families with achievement updates and awards for accomplishments. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we are unfortunately unable to hold our usual ceremonies and photo opportunities. We are asking families to share their athletes' achievements with a photo on social media. Tag AIM Gymnastics and/or use hashtags #AIMhigh, #AIMGymnasticsStar, and #AIMTrampolineStar. We will be fea...turing our athletes all week! You may also email photos to our offices at [email protected] or [email protected]. We can't wait to see our star athletes celebrating big accomplishments!

Motivational Monday...

MOTIVATIONAL MONDAY Today we are featuring 2012 Olympian, Jordyn Wieber. As the reigning World All Around Champion, Jordyn was among the favourites to win the Olympic title in London. After a few mistakes in qualifications and strong performances by her teammates, Aly Raisman and Gabby Douglas, Jordyn did not qualify to the All Around final. Instead of dwelling on the disappointment, Jordyn moved forward with a great attitude and had one of her best competitions just two days... later in the team final. She played a huge part in the United States winning the team gold medal with her strong performances. With hard work and positivity, Jordyn shows that one day of disappointment does not mean good days aren't right around the corner. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g2ozAwU0fxo

Why did you get your children involved in gymnastics? - Balance & coordination - Strength - Self-esteem... - Discipline - Social skills - Fun! See more

November 13, 2020 AIM Families and Team Members, We would like to update you in regards to the Province of Ontario's announcement in regards to Durham Region moving into the Orange category effective Monday November 16, 2020.... AIM Gymnastics' priority is always safety. We are proud of our strong policies and procedures. We go above and beyond expectations put in place from the Province of Ontario and Gymnastics Ontario. As such although Durham Region is moving into Orange category AIM Gymnastics will not need to make any further changes as we are already in full compliance of all rules within this new category. We thank you for your continued patience and support. Laurie Large & Andrew Taylor Co-owners Athletes in Motion Gymnastics

Throwback Thursday In anticipation of the upcoming Report Card Week (starts on Sunday!), we are throwing it back to our last celebration of 2019. We can't wait to celebrate our incredible athletes next week!

Recently at training for the recreational athletes.

DID YOU KNOW? Canada's Karen Cockburn is the only three-time female Olympic medalist in trampoline. Her success has inspired many future generations! https://www.olympicchannel.com//karen-cockburn-s-olympic-/

Join us for Winter Camp this year! We're offering full days camp (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.) or half days (8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. or 1:00-4:30 p.m.) the weeks of December 21-24 and December 28-31. Full camp details and registration can be found on our website at http://www.aimgymnastics.ca/winter-camp

It's not too late to sign up for P.A Day Camp that starts tomorrow, Friday October 23rd! https://aimgymnastics.ca/p-a-day-camp/

We are thrilled to be a part of a wonderful community and would like to extend our gratitude to those who have allowed us to continue to provide the classes, camps, and events that benefit the students in our programs. For every customer you refer to us, you will get the chance to spin our prize wheel for a credit on your account (and your friend receives the same!) There is no limit to the number of referrals you can make. It’s that easy! Learn more at aimgymnastics.ca/referral-program

Motivational Monday... Try this fun spell your name workout

Interested in trying out for our competitive trampoline team and are born between 2006-2014? Please email Sarah at [email protected]

Recently at training for the competitive athletes!

Come join us for P.A Day Camp on Friday October 23rd! https://aimgymnastics.ca/p-a-day-camp/

Reminder we are closed today; our offices will reopen Tuesday Oct 13th at 4:00 PM. Happy Turkey Day!

Have you checked out our new Ninja Program at the Ajax location? Don't miss out on the opportunity to get your inner ninja on with our weekly themed adventures, jumping, climbing, and swinging through our new ninja obstacles. Your ninja will gain muscle while having fun! Contact our office today! -Ajax (905)426-6449 [email protected] https://aimgymnastics.ca/ninja-classes/