Chapel Hill Gymnastics
Overview
Expert Summary
Detailed Insights
Chapel Hill Gymnastics offers a diverse range of family entertainment, particularly excelling in its highly praised martial arts program led by Coach Andrew, and comprehensive, hassle-free birthday party packages. While providing a spacious gym and contributing positively to children's developmental skills in gymnastics, recent management decisions and perceived safety concerns within gymnastics classes necessitate parental caution.
Key Highlights
- ✓Martial arts program, especially with Coach Andrew (also known as Mr. Andrew), is consistently rated as outstanding for long-term skill development, discipline, and making learning fun for children from ages 4-9+
- ✓Gymnastics classes have a strong foundation in developing coordination, motor, and social skills for children, contributing to a solid developmental base.
- ✓Birthday parties are a major highlight, described as 'awesome' and a 'hit across all ages' (kids and parents), with the gym handling 'everything' including decor and goodie bags.
- ✓Birthday party coaches are 'super hands-on' and provide 'great guidance' during the event.
- ✓Recreational gymnastics programs offer structured classes (from parent/tot to rising stars) where kids enjoy learning new skills and are taught respect for coaches and peers.
- ✓Front desk employees are kind and provide unique, helpful services like doing a child's hair.
- ✓The gym facility is spacious and equipment is in good shape.
- ✓Kids Night Out and Summer/School Break Camps are available and positively reviewed.
Standout Features
- ⭐Exceptional martial arts instruction, particularly by Coach Andrew, fostering discipline, skill, and fun.
- ⭐All-inclusive birthday party packages that include decor, goodie bags, and hands-on coaching, providing a stress-free experience for parents.
- ⭐Spacious gym and well-maintained equipment for various activities.
- ⭐A range of recreational gymnastics programs designed for structured skill learning.
- ⭐Supportive front desk staff willing to go above and beyond (e.g., helping with child's hair).
- ⭐Availability and positive reception of Kids Night Out and Summer/School Break Camps.
Perfect For
Ideal For
💡Pro Tips from Reviews
- →If interested in martial arts, specifically inquire about Coach Andrew (Mr. Andrew) due to consistent high praise.
- →For birthday parties, utilize their all-inclusive package for a convenient, hands-off experience.
- →Before enrolling in gymnastics, inquire about current class sizes, supervision ratios, and program stability due to recent concerns.
- →Be aware of the recent shift to candy rewards in gymnastics classes if you have dietary or behavioral preferences.
- →Consider the martial arts program as a long-term developmental activity given the positive feedback on sustained engagement and progress.
Things to Consider
- ⚠Gymnastics classes can be 'especially busy' with multiple classes of varying skill levels running concurrently.
- ⚠Supervision in gymnastics classes for young children has been perceived as insufficient, leading to a 'lack of order' and potential for 'dangerous conditions for possible collisions'.
- ⚠Recent sudden cancellation of gymnastics programs with poor communication (notifications sent on Saturday afternoon when the facility was closed for the weekend).
- ⚠Lack of planning around program changes, with uncertainty about coach retention.
- ⚠Management (specifically 'Chapel Hill Gymnastics as management') has faced criticism for poor planning, poor communications, and questions regarding the longevity of programs and staff.
- ⚠Concerns about a potential move of programs to a 'sister gym' with reported 'previous issues of predatory behavior' and related charges.
- ⚠Implementation of a 'candy reward' at the end of gymnastics sessions, which may be a concern for some parents.
Price & Value
No specific pricing is mentioned in the reviews. However, the martial arts program and birthday party packages are perceived as high value due to their exceptional quality, comprehensive nature, and positive impact on children's development. The value for ongoing gymnastics classes has recently become questionable due to reported issues with supervision, class crowding, and management communication/program stability.
♿Accessibility & Special Needs
- •No specific accessibility accommodations were mentioned in the reviews.
🍎Food & Drink Policy
- •For birthday parties, the venue takes care of 'decor and goodie bags'. No general food or drink policy for regular classes or open gym times was mentioned.
🚗Parking Info
- •No specific details about parking were mentioned in the reviews.
👥Crowd Levels
- •Gymnastics classes can be 'especially busy', with 'multiple ongoing classes' creating potential distraction and interference.
🛡️Safety Features
- •Concerns were raised about a 'lack of order and supervision' in busy gymnastics classes, leading to perceived 'dangerous conditions for possible collisions'.
- •Birthday party coaches are described as 'super hands-on' and providing 'great guidance', suggesting good active supervision during parties.
⏰When to Avoid
- • Families prioritizing consistent, high-level individual supervision for young children in gymnastics classes, especially during peak times.
- • Parents who require strong program stability and clear, timely communication from management for gymnastics offerings.
- • If you have strong objections to the use of candy as a reward system for children.
Pricing/Package/Events
Pricing & Packages
Parent & Tot Gymnastics
Duration: 45 minutes
Introduces children to gymnastics skills using music, games, and fun! Each child is accompanied by an adult, who helps guide the child through stations and activities. Develops large motor skills, coordination, strength, and group/social skills through gymnastics activities.
Includes:
- •music
- •games
- •fun activities
- •guided stations
Preschool Gymnastics
Duration: 55 minutes
Beginner gymnastics class. Athletes will learn how to properly use all of the gymnastics equipment. Class time is spent working on beginner skills on bars, beam, floor, and vault/trampoline. Classes are once per week.
Includes:
- •beginner skills on bars
- •beginner skills on beam
- •beginner skills on floor
- •beginner skills on vault/trampoline
Junior Gymnastics
Duration: 55 minutes
Children learn basic gymnastics position, drills, and skills in a progressive manner. Builds a strong foundation for a sense of athletic achievement, self esteem and social skills. Uses special “kid sized” gymnastics equipment.
Includes:
- •basic gymnastics positions
- •drills
- •skills
- •use of kid sized gymnastics equipment
Girls Gymnastics (Beginner)
Duration: 55 minutes
Gymnasts are separated by skill ability. After being introduced to the gymnastics equipment, each gymnast strives to develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and self confidence through the mastery of gymnastics skills. Each student progresses at his or her own pace through the levels and advances once all skills of the current level are mastered.
Includes:
- •strength development
- •flexibility development
- •coordination development
- •skill mastery on gymnastics equipment
Girls Gymnastics (Intermediate 1)
Duration: 55 minutes
Instructor approval is required prior to enrollment. Gymnasts are separated by skill ability. Each gymnast strives to develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and self confidence through the mastery of gymnastics skills. Each student progresses at his or her own pace through the levels and advances once all skills of the current level are mastered.
Includes:
- •strength development
- •flexibility development
- •coordination development
- •skill mastery on gymnastics equipment
Girls Gymnastics (Intermediate 2)
Duration: 55 minutes
Instructor approval is required prior to enrollment. Gymnasts are separated by skill ability. Each gymnast strives to develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and self confidence through the mastery of gymnastics skills. Each student progresses at his or her own pace through the levels and advances once all skills of the current level are mastered.
Includes:
- •strength development
- •flexibility development
- •coordination development
- •skill mastery on gymnastics equipment
Girls Gymnastics (Advanced 1)
Duration: 55 minutes
Instructor approval is required prior to enrollment. Gymnasts are separated by skill ability. Each gymnast strives to develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and self confidence through the mastery of gymnastics skills. Each student progresses at his or her own pace through the levels and advances once all skills of the current level are mastered.
Includes:
- •strength development
- •flexibility development
- •coordination development
- •skill mastery on gymnastics equipment
Homeschool Gymnastics
Tumbling (Beginner & Advanced)
Focuses on skills done on spring floors and tumble track trampolines. Students learn skills, drills, and different levels of tumbling from beginner forward rolls to handsprings, back tucks, and more. Ideal for students who enjoy skills on floor more than other apparatus. Great preparation and supplement to jump rope teams, martial arts, dance and cheerleading activities.
Includes:
- •skills on spring floors
- •skills on tumble track trampolines
- •forward rolls
- •handsprings
- •back tucks
Ninja Classes
Duration: 55 minutes
Fast paced classes combining obstacle course training, free form movement, gymnastics and parkour. Perfect for active kiddos with lots of energy. Ninjas learn to tumble and flip. The sport of Ninja is to move uninterrupted through an environment or series of obstacles with fluidity. Classes are broken down by age.
Includes:
- •obstacle course training
- •free form movement
- •gymnastics
- •parkour
- •tumbling
- •flipping
Martial Arts: Kick Starters
Duration: 55 minutes
Students learn basic fundamentals of Tang Soo Do such as blocks, stances, strikes, and kicks. Students practice hand-eye coordination and self-defense techniques appropriate for their age. Students learn to follow directions and get exercise while learning the exciting style of Tang Soo Do Martial Arts.
Includes:
- •basic Tang Soo Do fundamentals
- •blocks
- •stances
- •strikes
- •kicks
- •hand-eye coordination
- •self-defense techniques
Martial Arts: Beginner
Duration: 55 minutes
Covers white, yellow, and orange belts. Students will learn basic kicks, stances, strikes, and forms. This class will introduce sparring, self-defense, and important skills like discipline, focus, and respect in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Twice a week attendance is strongly recommended.
Includes:
- •basic kicks
- •stances
- •strikes
- •forms
- •sparring introduction
- •self-defense introduction
- •discipline
- •focus
- •respect
Martial Arts: Intermediate
Duration: 55 minutes
Instructor approval is required prior to enrollment. Intended for students with at least one year of martial arts training or with belt colors green through purple. Students will practice contact sparring, learn advanced foot and hand techniques, and also be taught advanced forms. Covers the history of Tang Soo Do and more advanced self-defense techniques. Twice a week attendance is strongly recommended.
Includes:
- •contact sparring practice
- •advanced foot techniques
- •advanced hand techniques
- •advanced forms
- •Tang Soo Do history
- •advanced self-defense techniques
Martial Arts: Advanced
Duration: 55 minutes
Instructor approval is required prior to enrollment. Intended for students with at least one year of martial arts training or with belt colors purple through black. Students will practice contact sparring, learn advanced foot and hand techniques, and also be taught advanced forms. Covers the history of Tang Soo Do and more advanced self-defense techniques. The class will have a more serious atmosphere and higher expectations. Twice a week attendance is strongly recommended.
Includes:
- •contact sparring practice
- •advanced foot techniques
- •advanced hand techniques
- •advanced forms
- •Tang Soo Do history
- •advanced self-defense techniques
Events & Schedule
Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)
Summer Camps
Throughout the year
Wide variety of camps offered throughout the year.
School Year Camps
Throughout the year
Wide variety of camps offered throughout the year.
Holiday Camps
Throughout the year
Wide variety of camps offered throughout the year.
Birthday Parties
Bookable via the mobile application.
Kids' Night Outs
Ages 4+ (Co-ed).
Special Events
Ages vary by event.
🛡️Safety Policy
- • For preschool gymnastics, an adult is required to stay during class.
- • For students 5+, parents and guardians can choose to stay or drop off and pick up.
- • An adult is required to come into the gym for drop off and pick up for students 5+ to ensure their safety.
- • Proper progressions are a priority to ensure growth in gymnastics classes.
- • Instructor approval is required prior to enrollment in intermediate and advanced classes (Girls Gymnastics, Intermediate/Advanced Martial Arts).
📅Booking Policy
- • Students may register for age and skill-appropriate recreational classes with availability at any time.
- • Convenient online enrollment is available for beginner-level classes.
- • For intermediate and advanced students, contact the office for assistance.
- • Mobile application available for enrollment and booking parties.
What People Say
What's Great
- Fun and entertaining activities (mentioned in 2 reviews)
- Great for birthday parties (mentioned in 3 reviews)
- Spacious play areas (mentioned in 2 reviews)
Recent Reviews
Todd Cherner
a year agoWe’ve been going for around a year now, and my daughter who is 5 has really developed her coordination, motor, and social skills because of it. Her teacher is fabulous and the front desk employees are kind. (They even do her hair for me because I’m terrible at it!) The actual gym is spacious and the equipment is in good shape. While my daughter’s future may be in something other than gymnastics, her development because of it is building a solid foundation.
JoAnna
10 months agoWe had an awesome birthday party here for my 5 year old! It was a hit across all ages who attended the party... even the parents. So much fun for the kids, the gym did everything (down to providing the decor and goodie bags), and the coaches were super hands on and provided great guidance for the kiddos. I wish I had all their names to shout them out! Thanks Chapel Hill Gymnastics!
Natasha Goldstein
a year agoMr. Andrew, the martial arts instructor, is absolutely outstanding! Our kids did both martial arts and gymnastics here. Both had really great experiences. Our son did martial arts with Mr. Andrew for 5 years, from the age of four to nine, and we cannot speak more highly of him and his coaching. We only stopped because we moved out of state. He is an outstanding instructor for children, having both high expectations of them but also realizing that they are children and treating them accordingly. I would recommend anyone take their children here for, martial arts especially!
Kat
2 years agoWe have 1 kid in Chapel Hill Martial Arts (located at Chapel Hill Gymnastics) with Coach Andrew (since 2019), but our entire family is a huge fan of Coach Andrew. Coach Andrew always embodies the entire student creed posted in his room. More importantly, Andrew ensures every kid is having fun each class they attend, while still gaining the necessary skills and discipline to achieve their next belt. Thank you, Coach Andrew, for all you do! We also have had at least 2 kids (now 3) in recreational gymnastics programs at Chapel Hill Gymnastics since 2018. While the recreational coaches can ebb and flow, the kids have always enjoyed the structure of their classes (parent/tot class through rising stars), the opportunity to learn new skills, and are consistently expected to respect their coaches (shout out to Coach Anna) and other students. Overall, they really enjoy attending classes each week. In addition, 1 kid has attended a kids night out (👍👍), 2 kids have attended summer/school break camps (👍👍), and 3 kids have attended birthday parties (👍👍). Shout out to the Chapel Hill recreational gymnastics programming all managed by Katya!
Kim C (KC)
a year agoWe have been customers at Chapel Hill Gymnastics for the past six years and have been happy with their services and staff until recently. The gymnastics classes are especially busy and the young children in classes do not seem well supervised. With multiple ongoing classes of varying levels of skill, combined with lack of order and supervision, there is distraction and interference creating what seems like dangerous conditions for possible collisions. They've recently implemented a candy reward at the end of the sessions. Our daughter's gymnastics' program was cancelled suddenly at Chapel Hill and the communications went out on a Saturday afternoon right as they closed for the weekend. There was zero planning around this as they aren't even certain the current coach will be retained as they try to move the program to their sister gym, where previous issues of predatory behavior have resulted in charges. So poor planning, poor communications, and closing programs suddenly does not make it certain about the longevity of programs or staff. 2 stars, b/c we also attend the martial arts program, which is great and the instructor is terrific, but Chapel Hill Gymnastics as management is not winning any measure of confidence.