Gus goes to gym - day 1

Today was Gus' first day of parent-toddler gym. He LOVED it! He was totally in his element. I am so happy that he is able to experience this at the same age I was when I was first introduced to gymnastics. I loved it from day one and I still love it....my dream gift is a square or rectangle trampoline! Anyway, back to his first day! As soon as we got there, he was looking all around watching the older kids flip and run and jump. He was fixated on them. His coach came and introduced herself to us and he would not take his eyes off of her. When it was our turn to go to the class he followed right behind Coach Tia. Once we were in the room she had a little obstacle course set up for them. In the class it was Gus and two other little boys (one older and one younger than him). He did all of the obstacles just not in order! He walked the balance beam with no trouble, went over and under some mats, did superman on the belly roll and sat in a rocker that looked like pac-man and had no fear when we rocked him all the way back! He also did an assisted handstand....he loves to be upside down! When it was time to go in the big gym the kids have to hold on to a rope and follow the teacher. He did just that. In the gym he did the zip-line, the inflatable racing lanes, foam pit, swing and trampoline! This class was a free trial, but by the end of the class Jake was asking if I brought the check book so we could sign him up! To see the excitement on his face and how much he enjoyed the class will be so worth the monthly tuition. Not to mention he ate like a champion when we got home and he was oh so ready for bed!

Though he did not follow the directions just so, the Coach did tell us not to fret that the first few classes are like that, then they start to get the hang and really want to follow and do as the others do! As for now it is a go. I will be sure to let you know how next week goes!