Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Gymnastics Center in Anchorage, AK
Arctic Gymnastics has been dedicated to athletic development since 1988, founded by Carolyn Crouch, Karin Carter, and Sheila Vonesh, with current owners Dan and Nichole Alch continuing their legacy. Our facility offers comprehensive programs ranging from recreational gymnastics for all ages to elite competitive training, fostering growth through structured skill-building and personalized coaching. We pride ourselves on preparing athletes for NCAA competition while maintaining a supportive environment that celebrates every achievement, from foundational cartwheels to advanced aerial maneuvers.With over three decades of experience, our team emphasizes physical fitness, flexibility, and confidence-building through diverse classes, summer camps, and after-school programs. Our athletes consistently excel at state, regional, and national competitions, reflecting our commitment to excellence and holistic development in gymnastics education.
Services
Recreational Gymnastics
Competitive Programs
Preschool Classes
After School Program
Summer Camps
Holiday Camps
Birthday Parties
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in gymnastics training and athlete development.
- Our facility includes 15,000 sq ft with specialized equipment for all skill levels.
- We prepare athletes for NCAA competition at nationally ranked universities.
- Our coaches provide personalized instruction in a family-oriented environment.
- We host award-winning competitive teams with national-level achievements.
Services
Recreational Gymnastics
Our recreational gymnastics programs build strength and flexibility for non-competitive participants. Classes cater to all ages with progressive skill development using professional equipment. This program emphasizes fun, physical fitness, and confidence-building through structured lessons.
Competitive Programs
Competitive teams train from Level 1 to Level 10 with expert coaching staff. Athletes develop advanced skills while competing regionally and nationally. Our program has produced champions and NCAA scholarship recipients through dedicated technical instruction.
After School Program
After-school care includes transportation from local schools and supervised activities. Children enjoy open gym time, art projects, and structured games in our 15,000 sq ft facility with specialized equipment and safety-certified staff.
Summer Camps
Weekly summer camps serve grades 1-6 with gymnastics training and recreational activities. Campers develop physical skills while participating in fun, supervised exercises. Programs align with Anchorage School District breaks for working parents' convenience.
Birthday Parties
Birthday parties accommodate up to 20 children with 90-minute sessions. Our staff manages games, obstacle courses, and party logistics while parents enjoy stress-free celebrations in a fully equipped gymnastics facility with professional supervision.
People
Dan Alch
Owner
Dan Alch co-owns Arctic Gymnastics with Nichole Alch, continuing its legacy of athletic excellence since acquiring the business. He oversees competitive programs and coaching staff development.
Nichole Alch
Owner
Nichole Alch partners with Dan Alch in operating Arctic Gymnastics, maintaining its tradition of quality instruction while expanding program offerings for Anchorage families through strategic business management.
Questions
What age groups do your programs serve?
We offer programs for preschoolers through teenagers, including adult fitness classes and recreational opportunities for all skill levels.
Do you offer competitive team tryouts?
Yes, we hold annual tryouts for our competitive teams with evaluations conducted by our coaching staff to ensure proper skill-level placement.
Are after-school programs licensed?
Our after-school program maintains state licensing requirements with certified staff ratios and safety protocols for children's supervision.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain strict safety standards with certified coaches, equipment inspections, and structured class environments to ensure participant well-being during all activities.
Can I schedule a facility tour?
Yes, we welcome prospective clients to schedule facility tours by contacting our front office for personalized walkthroughs of our 15,000 sq ft gym.
What payment options are available?
We accept major credit cards and checks for program fees. Payment plans and early registration discounts may be available for qualifying families.
Reviews (6)
Stephanie Morris
Oct 31, 2019
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My daughters ages 2, 5 and 9 all go here and absolutely love it. The preschool program with Nici is great. They pick up my 5 and 9 year old from school so its very convenient that I dont have to worry about picking them up until 6. The coaches and employees are great as well!
Amy W.
Jan 05, 2019
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Arctic gymnastics is an absolutely incredible family friendly facility. Activities for kids all ages available. Staff and owners are amazing people and always willing to help make a difference in children's lives. Very clean and well maintained facility. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun place to take their child.
Mark Sabroski
Oct 27, 2018
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Arctic Gymnastics has been a part of our lives for over 4 years now when the military moved us to Alaska from Florida where my daughter started competitive gymnastics. We're now Alaskans for life and permanent members of the Arctic family. The coaches, staff, and teammates are the best around. They have taught my daughter so many life lessons that go beyond the gym. She has learned leadership, discipline, confidence, time management, commitment, optimism, patience, teamwork, motivation, resilience, and most importantly failure. Learning how to be resilient and how to bounce back from failure is
Brittany Hancock
Oct 04, 2018
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The lessons I learned at Arctic Gymnastics have served me throughout my life. Gymnastics teaches that patience and hard work will help you to achieve your goals. For anyone looking to start their child in gymnastics I would recommend checking out Arctic!
Kea Cuaresma
Sep 28, 2018
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I wouldnt take my kids anywhere else! Whether your looking for a fun place to let you kids play, or a competitive program to advance your gymnastics career - Arctic Gymnastics Center is the place to go. The coaching staff is very knowledgeable and the front desk staff is super helpful and very friendly!
Andrea Stearns
Sep 24, 2018
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Arctic has been a part of our lives for over 16 years. One of my daughters trained there for six years and then returned home every summer to continue training while a gymnast in college. The coaching staff is extremely knowledgeable with the ability to coach athletes at the recreational level through collegiate. In addition to gymnastics instruction the facility offers a great after school program and all-day camps during school closures, open gym periods, and birthday parties.
