tumbling, gymnastics, and cheer

USAG Gymnastics

The Oswegoland Park District's gymnastic program offers programs for girls and boys of all ability levels and interests.

Our philosophy is to teach gymnastics as a lifetime sport with an emphasis on developing each child's personal qualities of discipline, movement, perseverance, and self-confidence.

Programs are tailored to fit the interests of all participants. Some wish to progress through skill levels and compete with USAG award winning competitive team, Team Oswego. Others want to learn gymnastic skills or play in the gym for fun and health.

Whether your interest is tumbling, cheerleading, trampoline, or progressive, competitive gymnastics, browse our online brochure to find a program that's just right!

Contact Gymnastic Manager Jennifer McCleese with questions at 630.554.4456 or jmccleese@oswegolandpd.org.

The Gym

Built in 2005, our USAG member gym at Boulder Point features:

• Seven pitted areas with in-ground trampoline
• Foam cube pits and in-ground resi-pits
• Overhead spotting belt
• Climbing ropes and cargo net
• In-ground Tumble Trac
• A large variety of preschool equipment
• Balance beams and dance mirrors
• Four sets of uneven, high, and parallel bars
• Vault table, pommels, and specialized trainers
  
  

USAG Member Gym

USA Gymnastics is the National Governing Body for the sport of gymnastics in the United States, consistent with the Amateur Sports Act of 1978, the Constitution of the United States Olympic Committee and the International Gymnastics Federation. The mission of USA Gymnastics is to encourage participation and the pursuit of excellence in all aspects of gymnastics. Park District instructors are USAG Safety Certified and are USA Gymnastic members or former USA
Gymnastic athletes.

Progressive Gymnastics

Boys and girls can learn gymnastic skills from beginning to advanced levels. Learn and develop skills for vault, high bars, rings, pommel horse, floor, parallel bars and more!

Girls and boys in first grade and above typically enter the Park District's gymnastic program at Level IA, and then progress through levels IB, II, III, and IV at the recommendation of their instructors.

Curriculum is based on USA Gymnastics for Girl’s Level 1-4 progressions and Boy’s progressions. Students are evaluated at the end of each session to determine their readiness to safely move to the next progression of skills.

"Just for Fun" Tumbling Meets

At the end of every other tumbling and gymnastics session, all students, age 3 and older, are invited to participate in a "Just for Fun" tumbling meet. Bring your camera and capture your little one in action! . Contact Jennifer McFall at 630.554.4450 with questions.

We’ve Got Your Style!

Purchase your leotards for gymnastics right at Boulder Point. A wide selection of styles, sizes, and colors is available. Ask to see our selection next time you’re at the gym. Leotards make great gifts for gymnastic friends too, and we have gift certificates!

Preschool Play

Understanding that kids just want a chance to play, learn and grow, we offer many classes for little ones ages two and up that encourage healthy, active play, just for the fun of it!

Progressive Preschool and Preschool Play Classes are based on the nationally recognized “Tumble Bear” program created by leading expert Patti Komara.

Your little one will enjoy the Tumble Trac, trampoline, squishy mats, foam pit, magic carpet squares, and a wide variety of gymnastic play equipment.

Baby Bouncers, Play-nastics, Come Play With Me, and Tumbling Tots with Parent require a parent or other adult caregiver to participate in class with the child. For other classes such as Jumping Beans, Little Bouncers, and Tumbling Tykes, parents are asked to stay in the building. Observe your child's fun through the one-way mirror in the lobby!

Browse our online brochure to find the perfect class for you and your active little one.

Competitive gymnastics-Team Oswego

The Park District offers three competitive teams, USAG Levels 4-8 for Boys and Girls, and GIJO for Girls. Team coaches are USAG professional members, USAG safety certified and hold a variety of additional professional certifications.

The Oswegoland Park District - Team Oswego participates in USAG (United States of America Gymnastics), USASF (US All Star Federation), and GIJO (Greater Illinois Jr. Olympics) gymnastic meets.

Gymnasts may register for a competitive team with the recommendation of a coach. If you are interested in competitive gymnastics, please contact Jen McCleese at jmccleese@oswegolandpd.org or 630.554.4456.

Cheer

Cheerleading is good exercise, develops self-confidence, and is fun! Ages four and up can start learning the basics, including jumps, cheers, and dance movements in Cheer-nastics. Build skills to prepare for the USAF competivie team, Cheer Oswego, or participate in the non-competitive squads for fun and health.

Cheer Oswego Competitive Cheer Squads

The Park District offers two competitive cheer levels, USASF Levels 1 & 2 for Girls ages 7-14. Cheer coaches are USASF members and hold Level 1 & 2 certification. To talk to a coach or for more information call 630.554.4450.

USASF Member Gym
The US All Star Federation is a leading force in coach education, current training trends and safety standards for the sport of cheerleading in the United States. Our cheerleading instructors are USASF members and Level 1 & 2 certified.

Open Gym

Family Open Gym

Join us Sundays for Family Open Gym from 3:00 - 5:00 pm and 5:00 - 7:00 pm. We ask that each family attend one session, and only 40 people will be allowed in the gym during each session so that all can enjoy. Only $12 per family.

• Sundays Sep 7 - Dec 14

Preschool Open Gym
An opportunity for you and you preschooler to enjoy the gym. Pay per class. A maximum of 10 children allowed on a first come, first served basis. 6 months - three years with parent. 3-5 years may be dropped off with teacher. Pay $8 at the door. 1-2pm, or 2-3pm

• Fridays Sep 5 - Oct 24, Oct 31 - Dec 19

The Staff

Questions or concerns about the Gymnastic Program can be directed to Karla Lundy at 630.554.4450 or klundy@oswegolandpd.org. You will be contacted by the appropriate gymnastic coordinator.

Coordinators

Jennifer McCleese -USAG/GIJO Pre-Team, Team & Staff Coordinator

• Bachelor of Social Work, Aurora University, Aurora, IL
• USAG Professional Member, USAG Safety Certified
• USAG Movement and Educational Lesson Plan Development Certified 
• American Sports Education Program Certified
• Over 15 years private club experience teaching/ coaching gymnastics at all levels

Janos Sziron -Boy’s Gymnastic Coordinator

• International Level Competitor, Hungarian National Team, 1972-1980
• Master of Sport Science Degree, Hungarian University of Physical Education, Budapest, Hungary
• Owner & Gymnastic Athletic Director of Gymnastic Training Center of Minnesota, St. Cloud MN, 1989-2003
• USAG Professional Member, USAG Safety Certified
• Over 20 years private club experience teaching/ coaching gymnastics at all levels

Yvette Gutierrez - Developmental Team & Instructional Coordinator

• Former USAG Level 9 competitive gymnast, Cyndi Quick School of Gymnastics, Cicero, IL
• USAG Skill Evaluator Level 1-4
• USAG Professional Member/ USAG Safety Certified
  
• United States All Star Federation Member
• Over 12 years private club experience teaching/ coaching gymnastics at all levels

Jennifer McFall - Pre-school Coordinator

• USAG Professional Member, USAG Safety Certified
• USAG Kinder Accreditation for Pre-school Gymnastic Teachers 
• American Sports Education Program Certified
• United States All Star Federation Member
• Over 7 years experience teaching preschool gymnastics

Instructors

Brian Bade -USAG Girl’s Team Coach & Class Instructor

• Nursing Major, NIU
• Former Paramedic
• Former IHSA Gymnast
• USAG Professional Member/ USAG Safety Certified
• Over 10 years private club experience teaching/ coaching gymnastics at all levels

Jocelyn Reichert - GIJO Team Coach

• B.S. Degree in Physical Education, Emphasis in Athletic Training, NIU
• USAG Professional Member/ USAG Safety Certified
• Over 10 years private club experience teaching/ coaching gymnastics at all levels

Katia Drew - Pre-school & Kinder Girl Instructor

• Former Physical Education Teacher and Sport Coach, Russia
• Two-Time European National Tumbling Champion
•  USAG Professional Member/ USAG Safety Certified

Amanda Zielske - Pre-school & Progressive Class Instructor

• Elementary Education Major, NIU
• Former IHSA Gymnast & Varsity Team Member, Oswego High School, Oswego, IL
• USAG Professional Member/ USAG Safety Certified

Michelle Vosecek - Instructor

• Former USAG Athlete Member
• USAG Professional Member/ USAG Safety Certified
• United States All Star Federation Member/ Level 1 & 2 Credentials
  
  

Caroline Kauffman - Instructor

• Former USAG Level 8 Competitive Gymnast. Premiere Gymnastics, Downers Grove, IL
• Former IHSA Gymnast & Varsity Team Member, Oswego High School, Oswego, IL
• USAG Professional Member/ USAG Safety Certified
• United States All Star Federation Member/ Level 1 & 2 Credentials

Lyndsay Heck - Junior Instructor

• Former USAG Level 8 Competitive Gymnast, Oswegoland Park District, Oswego, IL
• USAG Level 7 Illinois State Beam Champion, 2005
  
  

Alyssa Fornek - Junior Instructor

Joyce Fornek/ Gymnastic Program Assistant

• BA in French with Accounting cognate, University of Illinois
• Group fitness instructor for Oswegoland Park District, nine years. Certified by the American Council on Exercise.
• Gymnastics Program Assistant at Oswegoland Park District, two years.
• Volunteer parent for gymnastics, seven plus years.