NEWTON — MAT Gymnastics Tumbling/Trampoline is offering a two-day camp for boys and girls, ages 3 and up, during the Christmas holiday break.
The camp is Dec. 27-28 at the Newton facility, 213 South 2nd Ave. East, which is across form the Newton Post Office. Cost for the game is $10 for both days.
MAT specializes in both recreation and competitive programs. This camp is way to introduce the sport of gymnastics, tumbling and trampoline to children. It is a well rounded camp introducing many safe ways to learn and develop tumbling/trampoline skills. Along with learning skills correctly participants will build strength, gain flexibility and improve large and small motor skill development.
Campers will be divided according to age and ability level. All participants will utilize our trampoline, double mini trampoline, elevated rod floor, balance beam, and numerous skill building shapes and wedges. Back-yard trampoline safety will also be covered.
The MAT camp will take place on Friday Dec. 27: 5:30-6:30 p.m., toddlers 3-4 years old. Age 5 and up will be 6:45-7:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, from 9-10 a.m. will be 3-4 year olds, and the 5-and-up group will go from 10:15-11:15 a.m.
Registration can by done at the Newton MAT facility, or by phone or email, (641) 792-2981 or mattumbling@iowatelecom.net. Class sizes will be limited. No walk ins please. Check the website www.mattumblers.com.