Infant Gymnastics Classes in Columbia, Rockville & Clarksburg, MD

Providing a safe environment for your child to move and learn is crucial for their physical and mental growth. At Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy, we focus on nurturing a love for gymnastics from an early age, which sets the foundation for beneficial physical development that lasts a lifetime. Our founder, Dominique Dawes, saw the need for health advocacy for children while also providing a welcoming environment to learn and enjoy. Her advocacy can be seen in the foundation of our academy. 

Our gyms are designed to be both safe and enjoyable, and led by qualified coaches, allowing for the perfect learning environment for your infant. We offer infant gymnastics courses in areas such as Columbia, Clarksburg, and Rockville, MD. If you’re ready to engage your infant in their physical development, Dominique Dawes’ play gyms are the perfect resource!

Infant Gymnastics From 9 Months Old

Even in the early months of life, a child begins to physically develop. Even the smallest actions are a learning experience. Take advantage of this early development in the best learning environment for your infant. 

Infant gymnastics at Dominique Dawes focuses on engaging your child in exercise suitable for their young age. We focus on aspects like coordination and flexibility that will last as they continue to grow.

How Early Can My Child Start Gymnastics?

Finding a suitable program that fits early ages can be hard. At Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy, we understand the concern. That’s why we have designed classes fit for your infant. Our classes utilize simple exercises that allow for fun but also kickstart beneficial aspects of their health. 

Our exercises help to slowly add to their physical coordination, balance, and even their confidence. With one course, you can get your infant started on the path to a healthy, happy, and active life.

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What to Expect from Infant Gymnastics Classes

At Dominique Dawes Gymnastics Ninja Academy, we offer structured infant gymnastics classes designed to nurture your little one’s physical development and introduce them to the exciting world of gymnastics. Our structured infant gymnastics classes are led by qualified coaches who guide parents and their little ones through a series of age-appropriate activities.

A common question we get from parents is “Is my child ready for gymnastics?” There is no definitive answer since every child is different. Keep an eye out if your child:

  • Expresses interest in the gymnastics movement
  • Is full of energy (likes to climb on stuff, etc)
  • Have basics down already (balance, crawling, climbing)

If your child exhibits any of the above, now is a great time to get them started with gymnastics.

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Why Start Gymnastics Early?

Our infant gymnastics program is tailored for children aged 9 months and older. By starting gymnastics at this crucial stage of development, you’re setting your child on a path to physical confidence and lifelong enjoyment of movement. Few sports provide as much opportunity for physical development and growth as gymnastics does. Join us at Dominique Dawes Gymnastics Ninja Academy and watch your little one tumble, roll, and grow!

Healthy Physical and Emotional Growth

Even though it is a simple exercise, gymnastics challenges your infant. Our classes keep your infant physically engaged while building their character. 

Socialization

In our gymnastics classes, your infant is surrounded by other infants. Engaging in activities not only keeps them moving around but also lets them meet and interact with babies their age. 

Confidence Building

Gymnastics teaches your child to overcome difficult challenges. Even small and simple exercises may seem hard for them but pushing through that challenge creates a huge sense of accomplishment. Building confidence early on can last throughout their life.

Motor Skill Development

Consistent activity through our courses provides your child an outlet to improve on aspects like coordination and muscle use. Starting this early gives your infant the ability to grow into other activities and sports.

Cognitive Skill Development

Gymnastics pushes not only the body but the mind itself. Our structured courses give them guidance on how to perform certain actions. This is paired with our free play in the infant gyms where they can process these exercises. 

Balance and Coordination Skills

Through simple exercises and free play, your infant stays active even while having fun. This constant activity helps them build and develop small parts of their body. With areas like the muscles being used consistently, your infant retains the ability to be coordinated or balanced. 

Parent Involvement in Infant Gymnastics

At Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy, we prioritize creating a safe environment for nurturing a love for gymnastics for your child. A vital part of that nurturing is the parent’s involvement. We utilize the presence of the parents during our courses to maintain a bond with your child. Our structured courses have both you and your child doing simple exercises per the guidance of your coaches. This creates a positive and engaging experience for your infant that helps their physical development and deepens your bond with them.

How to Prepare Your Infant For Their First Gymnastics Class

Having your infant feel comfortable is the first step to having a beneficial gymnastics experience. Here is how you can get your infant ready for their first class.

Our coaches are always eager to share their knowledge to make the experience even better.

You can get an idea of what a usual class looks like by watching one.

Prepping with some at-home exercises gives your infant an idea of what to do during the class and free time.

Leotards, fitted shirts, and t-shirts tucked into gym shorts are all ideal. We don’t recommend baggy shirts.

We recommend items like snacks and extra clothes.

Find the right start and end times to avoid conflict with their nap schedule.

Explore More Opportunities!

At the gymnastics classes at Dominique Dawes, we offer various activities for your child. We create environments that support them in testing their abilities and building self-confidence—all while having fun.

Different Activities, All the Same Fun

We design our activity programs to provide your child with a place to have fun, make new friends, and build their strength all at the same time.

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Recreational Gymnastics

Fun through gymnastics can be enjoyed by all, whether you are an expert or just starting. We provide a supportive and challenging environment that helps to refine your child’s abilities. 

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Junior Gymnastics

Kickstart your child’s love for activity in our safe gymnastics courses. Our trusted coaches help foster your child’s development, no matter their age. 

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Ninja Fitness Academy

Inspired by the program “American Ninja Warrior”, we have built obstacles to refine fundamental abilities and skills while developing confidence and endurance.

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Homeschool Classes

Our gymnastics classes are designed for anyone who wants to learn. To support learning and growth, we build a positive and fun-filled learning space for homeschooled students.

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Competitive Gymnastics

Fuel your child’s competitive fire. These courses are designed to further develop and refine your child’s abilities and skills.

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Why Choose Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy for Your Infant?

When founding Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy, we sought to create a place where children feel empowered to grow and have fun. We demonstrated to parents and guardians the importance of having an environment that supports and empowers kids. Our founder Dominique Dawes, a three-time Olympic gymnast created the academy to nurture a love for gymnastics and provide a positive place for physical development. 

Our coaches understand that the core part of positive development is creating a balance between time inside and outside the gym. Having a balance of activities paired with the kindness and respect that our coaches give results in a well-rounded and fun gymnastics experience. Our gyms provide an environment where your child can thrive while creating lasting friendships and skills.

Meet Dominique

When Dominique started the academy, she set her goal to provide a fun, challenging environment. Having experienced the toxic side of gymnastics while growing up, Dominique sought to create a safe place for kids to nurture a love of gymnastics. Her commitment to creating a safe and supportive gymnastics culture has continued to this very day with over three locations, the third opening in September 2024. 

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Camps & Special Events

Does your child love being active and attempting new challenges? Let them explore fun-fill gymnastic events at Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy.

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Seasonal Camps

Even though school is out, it doesn’t mean the learning stops. We provide a safe and supportive environment that provides physical challenges for over 10 fun-filled weeks. Each week brings something new, from our recreational classes to challenging ninja courses

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School Day Off Camps

Why not give your child another place where they can both learn and have fun? Here at Dominique Dawes, we give your child the perfect environment to showcase their creativity through physical fun, all while creating lasting bonds with kids just like them. 

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Birthday Parties

Make your little one’s special day even more special with an exciting day at our Academy. Our gymnastics and ninja gyms provide a dedicated party concierge to handle the party details while your child jumps and flips to their heart’s content. 

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Open Gym

We open our gyms up to every kid, no matter their age. Our gyms are safe and supportive spaces where your child can channel their energy into refining their gymnastic skills. For the more courageous kids, we offer ninja courses, which provide unique challenges to refine their endurance.

Enroll Your Infant In Gymnastics Today

With the classes at Dominique Dawes Gymnastics & Ninja Academy, we provide a place where your infant can kickstart their early physical development. Not only does your infant learn to love being active, but our structured and non-structured classes offer a great opportunity to strengthen your bond with your child. 

We have gymnastics academies in three locations. Find us in Columbia, Clarksburg, and Rockville—and don’t forget to check specific schedules online.

Ready for the fun to start? Contact us online or call us at (240) 981-4880 about enrollment today.