Business Details
47 Years
experience
Premier Gymnastics Training in Bellevue, WA
Gymnastics East has been dedicated to training gymnasts and offering fitness classes since 1979. Founded by Kim Thomson, a former team member and coach, we have grown into a premier facility with a focus on early childhood development, competitive excellence, and community engagement. Our programs cater to children from 18 months to high school, emphasizing balance, strength, and confidence through structured gymnastics training. With state-of-the-art equipment and a team of experienced coaches, we provide a safe environment for skill progression and personal growth. Our competitive teams consistently earn state, regional, and national accolades, while our recreational classes foster social interaction and foundational athleticism.We prioritize positive motivation and encouragement, ensuring every athlete achieves their potential. As a trusted local institution, we maintain rigorous safety standards and offer flexible scheduling to accommodate families. Our commitment to excellence extends to adult continuing education and specialized training for elite gymnasts. With two locations in Bellevue and Issaquah, we serve diverse communities, combining technical expertise with a passion for nurturing young athletes.
Services
Parent-Tot Classes
Competitive Gymnastics
Open Gym Sessions
Skill Evaluations
Acro & Dance Classes
Mini Privates
Summer Camps
Team Training
Flexible Scheduling
Special Events
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45+ years of experience in gymnastics instruction and youth development
- Our competitive teams consistently rank among the top in state and regional competitions
- Structured skill evaluation system ensures proper class placement and progression
- Experienced coaches with specialized expertise in early childhood motor development
- Modern facilities featuring spring floors, vault tables, and trampoline training equipment
Services
Parent-Tot Classes
Designed for children 18 months to three years, these classes develop motor skills and playground safety through interactive activities. Parents participate alongside children in tumbling, balance exercises, and social interaction. The program builds foundational movement patterns while fostering parent-child bonding through structured play.
Competitive Gymnastics
Our award-winning competitive teams train at Compulsory, Optional, and Xcel levels with personalized coaching for college scholarship preparation. Athletes receive specialized instruction on all apparatuses while developing advanced skills like back handsprings and vault techniques. The program emphasizes technical precision, strength conditioning, and competition strategy for state and national competitions.
Open Gym Sessions
Supervised open gym times allow independent skill practice and social play for kindergarten through middle school students. Certified coaches ensure safety while children explore trampolines, balance beams, and vault equipment. Sessions promote physical activity through unstructured play while maintaining strict safety protocols and equipment supervision.
Mini Privates
30-minute personalized instruction sessions with senior coaches focus on specific skill development for children aged six and older. These tailored lessons address individual needs with immediate feedback on technique and form. Sessions must be scheduled in advance with 72-hour cancellation notice required for credit retention.
Acro & Dance Classes
Integrated acrobatics and dance classes develop flexibility, coordination, and performance skills for grades 1-12. Curriculum combines gymnastics elements with dance techniques to enhance body awareness and artistic expression. Programs cater to both recreational participants and those pursuing performance opportunities in our annual showcases.
People
Kim Thomson
Owner & Office Staff
With over four decades of experience, Kim Thomson founded Gymnastics East in 1979 after competing as a team member. She transitioned from coaching to ownership in 2000, maintaining a hands-on role in daily operations while preserving the gym's original mission of skill development through gymnastics.
Questions
What classes are available for toddlers?
Parent-Tot Classes (18mo-3yr) and Tiny Tot classes (3yr-kindergarten) focus on motor development through interactive play with beams, bars, and trampolines.
How do I register for classes?
Create an account on our Parent Portal, use class filters to select options, and submit requests for approval through our online registration system.
What competitive programs do you offer?
We field award-winning teams at Compulsory, Optional, and Xcel levels with college scholarship preparation and national competition opportunities.
Are trial classes available?
Yes, trial classes are offered at standard fees with availability confirmation required before attending.
What are Open Gym requirements?
Open Gym requires pre-registration, $20/hour fee, and adherence to safety guidelines including no jewelry or hard hair accessories during sessions.
Reviews (3)
Derya Caglar
Jul 17, 2019
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Classes and teachers are great. But the front desk and customer service needs work and sketchy online payment process. Also, really restrictive policies on missed classes, even due to weather. Seems like you should be able to make up a class if there is open space in another time slot or at least have flexibility when closure is due to weather.
Gouri Vidwans
Jul 22, 2017
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The classes are alright but the setup definitely needs better management. The website is rudimentary, the telephone rarely gets answered and when you leave a message no one calls you back. Despite this, you can get good instructors and the kids can have fun but it's really a hit or miss getting there!
Amanda Watkins
Sep 05, 2016
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Great open gym on most Saturday nights for a fun kids activity....only one hour...wish it was longer like 6:30 to 8pm! :D
