Learning Ladder Gymnastics





Building kids up one handstand at a time!



about us





Who We Are





Learning Ladder Gymnastics was established in 2016 with the vision of combining education with gymnastics. We believe in teaching each individual child and not just the athlete. Our programs focus on age and developmentally appropriate gross, fine motor, social, language, and cognitive skills all within a safe and fun environment. Children are our passion. From our toddlers up through our school-aged kiddos we strive to be that positive outlet for your child to leap & learn and reach brand new heights!



Our Mission





To build a solid foundation for gymnastics while giving children the tools to succeed in all aspects of life. We believe a positive, safe, motivating, and nurturing environment is the framework to personal growth and achievement. At Learning Ladder we are dedicated to making each individual child's experience enjoyable and worthwhile so that they feel valued, gain self-confidence, and leave with fond memories that will last a lifetime.



OUr CREW



Jennifer Kontur "Miss Jen"
(owner/lead teacher)



Gymnastics has been a big part of Miss Jen's life ever since she can remember. She spent many years training as a gymnast before starting to coach in 2003. Jen has coached gymnastics at Thome-Ohio Gymnastics and was the Preschool Director at Flytz Gymnastics and Gymnastics World of Twinsburg. Jen has always known she wanted to be a teacher and work with kids. She earned her Bachelor's Degree in Middle Childhood Education with a Reading Endorsement and taught in the Kent City School and Woodridge Local School District for several years before becoming a mom and starting her business. She even spent some time teaching Physical Education at Hudson Montessori School as part of their Children's House program.


Jen had big dreams and a vision of adding a different dimension to just your typical gymnastics classes and started Learning Ladder in 2016. Her favorite part of teaching gymnastics is seeing the joy on the kids' faces as they learn to do things that they have worked so hard to achieve. There is so much beauty, athleticism, mental & physical toughness, and FUN that gymnastics offers and she cannot wait to share her passion and knowledge with your child!


When Miss Jen is not teaching she is usually spending time with her husband, three kids, and close friends (or shopping at Target). You might even find her at Disney World as her and her family are huge Disney fans!



miss Caitlin
(toddler teacher)



Caitlin is very excited to be a part of the Learning Ladder crew! Caitlin is a stay at home mom and blogger. She has two kids and is involved with the Twinsburg PTA as well as Fit4Mom.


Caitlin has been taking her kiddos to Learning Ladder since 2016 and has helped with many of our special events and camps over the years. She absolutely loves working the the little ones and socializing with the parents and guardians. Since starting gymnastics, Caitlin has seen such growth in both of her kids, especially her son. Seeing the wonderful benefits that gymnastics has provided, Caitlin knew she wanted to be a bigger part of Learning Ladder Gymnastics.


In her space time Caitlin loves to workout, hike, read, and spend time with her family. One of Caitlin's biggest passions is ReelChat, her mental health & wellness blog. She is a huge mental health advocate who loves having hard and important conversations surrounding mental health and wellness. We know your family will enjoy working with her in the parent and tot classes!



miss rachel
(toddler, preschool, & Kindergarten teacher)



Rachel is excited to be apart of the Learning Ladder family! She loved doing competitive gymnastics as a young girl being taught by retired elite gymnast Kristie Philips. She also did ballet, tap, and clogging. Rachel later worked for Kristie as a preschool gymnastics coach. After moving to NE Ohio in 2015, she enjoyed working at a local preschool before becoming a mom.


Rachel also has a background in music, from musicals and choirs to leading worship at different churches. A fun fact about Rachel is that she has performed with a choir at the White House and Carnegie Hall.


When Rachel found the opportunity to be a coach at Learning Ladder, she knew it was the perfect fit! She is looking forward to working with a great team to bring gymnastics (and so much more) to our students.



miss Sydney
(reading & roundoffs assistant teacher)



BIO COMING SOON!!



miss sophie
(cheerleading, dance, and gymnastics teacher)



Sophie is a proud coach here at Learning Ladder Gymnastics! She is a junior at the University of Akron where she is majoring in Education. Sophie enjoys teaching and learning new things. She was a competitive gymnast for several years before transitioning into a cheerleader at her high school. She was a varsity cheerleader at Woodridge High School for four years.


In her spare time she enjoys reading and spending time outdoors. One fun fact about Sophie is that she is almost fluent in Spanish! She also has known Miss Jen since she was a young girl and her little sister was one of Miss Jen's former gymnasts.


Sophie cannot wait to share her love of cheer, dance, and gymnastics with your child!



miss rhianna
(cheerleading, dance, and gymnastics teacher)



BIO COMING SOON!!



miss ashley
(asl teacher)



BIO COMING SOON!!



gymnastics classes





We provide an educational program for children ages 1 and up. Our classes are strategically designed to teach proper skill progression to give each child the best opportunity to succeed and reach their fullest potential in the sport.



Rollers Class
(Walking - 24 months old Parent & Tot)



Let's get ready to rock & roll! Join us for this adorable 40 minute class of non stop fun. There will be music, movement, exploration, and learning through play. It is a great opportunity for both you and your child to interact with peers and help with developmental milestones.

PHYSICAL SKILLS: walking, squatting, catching, dancing, clapping, and climbing stairs

SOCIAL SKILLS: play pretend, wave hi and bye, and give a toy/object to another child

ACADEMIC SKILLS: point to show understanding of something, say their names, repeat a movement done by someone else, and trying to do something independently



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th -October 23rd, 2021.

Monday Class from 10:00-10:40 AM with Miss Rachel (7 week session, no class on September 6th - $98)

Saturday Class from 9:30-10:10 AM with Miss Caitlin (4 week session starting on October 2nd - $56)



Register for the Monday 10:00-10:40 AM Class Register for the Saturday 9:30-10:10 AM Class

Bulldozers Class
(2 year old Parent & Tot)



Come enjoy this cute 40 minute class where we will discover new ways to move our bodies and explore the world around us. Toddlers are a lot like bulldozers. They learn through play such as pushing objects, filling & emptying, grasping, throwing, taking things apart and learning how to put things back together. This class allows for personal growth and quality bonding time with a parent or caregiver.

PHYSICAL SKILLS: running, climbing, balancing, and rolling

SOCIAL SKILLS: interact with adult & peers, repeat basic words & gestures, develop self-awareness, and learning to share with others

ACADEMIC SKILLS: introduce colors, body parts, animals, and animal sounds



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Wednesday Class from 5:45-6:25 with Miss Rachel (8 week session - $112)

Saturday Class from 10:30-11:10 AM with Miss Caitlin (4 week session starting on October 2nd - $56)




Register for the Wednesday 5:45-6:25 Class Register for the Saturday 10:30-11:10 Class

Mini Excavators Class
(3 year olds)



These gymnasts might be mini but they are mighty! This 45 minute class focuses on teaching proper class etiquette and will provide a fun introduction of skills on the balance beam, bars, floor, vault, and trampoline.

PHYSICAL SKILLS: crab walking, hopping, galloping, balancing on 1 leg, and flipping

SOCIAL SKILLS: listen & follow directions, take turns, and encourage others

ACADEMIC SKILLS: introduce shapes, counting, opposites, recognize their names in writing, and sort objects into categories



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Monday Class from 11:00-11:45 AM with Miss Rachel (7 week session, no class on September 6th - $112)

Monday Class from 5:30-6:15 PM with Miss Jen (7 week session, no class on September 6th - $112)

Thursday Class from 12:00-12:45 PM with Miss Rachel (8 week session - $128)



Register for the Monday 11:00-11:45 AM Class Register for the Monday 5:30-6:15 PM Class Register for the Thursday 12:00-12:45 PM Class

Cranes Class
(4 & 5 year olds)



Our cranes are getting bigger and ready to reach new heights! This preschool class is 45 minutes long and will focus on getting these kids ready for more challenging gymnastics skills, such as bridges and cartwheels, and will better prepare them for Kindergarten.

PHYSICAL SKILLS: skipping, swinging, jumping, and twisting

SOCIAL SKILLS: work as a team, follow multi-step directions, and gain self-confidence

ACADEMIC SKILLS: introduce letter sounds, signs, & symbols, make predictions, spell their names, count backwards, and repeat a set of directions



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Wednesday Class from 12:45-1:30 PM with Miss Jen (8 week session - $128)

Thursday Class from 11:00-11:45 AM with Miss Rachel (8 week session - $128)

Thursday Class from 6:00-6:45 PM with Miss Sophie (8 week session - $128)


Register for the Wednesday 12:45-1:30 PM Class Register for the Thursday 11:00-11:45 AM Class Register for the Thursday 6:00-6:45 PM Class

Diggers Class
(5 & 6 year old Kindergarteners)



Our Diggers Class is the perfect bridge between our preschool program and our school-aged recreational program. Children in this class, who are currently enrolled in Kindergarten at school, will dig deeper into the skills that they have learned in our preschool program and apply it to more challenging skills that will be important in our school-age program. This class meets for one hour and is chalked full of fun!



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Wednesday Class from 6:45-7:45 PM with Miss Rachel (8 week session - $144)


Register for the Wednesday 6:45-7:45 PM Class

Builders Class
(Beginner Skills ages 6 & up)



Come build strength, flexibility, confidence, friendships, and new skills with us in this fun hour long school-age recreational class. Some of the key skills being taught in this class are handstands, power hurdle roundoffs, chin-up pullovers on bars, can openers on the balance beam, and handstand flat backs just to name a few. Our builders will build upon one skill and drill at a time to learn skills at their own pace.



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Monday Class from 4:15-5:15 PM with Miss Jen (7 week session, no class on September 6th - $126)

Thursday Class from 7:00-8:00 PM with Miss Sophie (8 week session - $144)






Register for the Monday 4:15-5:15 PM Class Register for the Thursday 7:00-8:00 PM Class

Imagineers Class
(Intermediate Skills ages 6 & up)



Ever imagine being a successful, amazing gymnast? In this class children will learn what it takes to be a great gymnast. Form & technique and conditioning are focused heavily in this hour and fifteen minute fun class. Children will learn exciting skills such as back walkovers, front limbers, cartwheels on the low beam, mill circles on bar, dive rolls, and back handsprings on the trampoline just to name a few. Gymnasts will also start to learn mini gymnastics routines and cheer each other on as they accomplish new and exciting skills!

*Prerequisite skills for this class include handstands, roundoffs, bridge kickovers, casts with hips off the bar, and pullover on bars.



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Monday Class from 6:30-7:45 PM with Miss Jen (7 week session, no class on September 6th - $140)

Thursday Class from 4:30-5:45 PM with Miss Sophie (8 week session - $160)



Register for the Monday 6:30-7:45 PM Class Register for the Thursday 4:30-5:45 PM Class

Architects Class
(Advanced Skills ages 7 & up)



Class coming soon!!



St. Barnabas Catholic School
After School Gymnastics Club



A great opportunity to learn gymnastics at your own pace/skill level with your friends from school!

Fall and Spring Sessions will be for children in grades 1st-3rd and will be walking to the gym for classes. Parents can pick up their child from the gym and those children who are in after care will be escorted back to St. Barnabas where parents can pick up there. Our Winter Session will be held at St. Barnabas for children in Pre-K and Kindergarten.



FALL SESSION: September 22nd - November 17th, 2021

Wednesday Class from 3:30-4:30 PM with Miss Jen (8 week session, no class on November 3rd - $144)



Register for the Wednesday 3:30-4:30 PM Class

Northfield Elementary School
After School Gymnastics Club
(Kindergarteners - 2nd Graders)



Join us after school to learn gymnastics! All skill levels are welcome as each child will get to work on individual skills at their own pace. Children will be escorted from school to the gym. Parents will pick up at the gym at the end of class.



FALL SESSION: September 10th - November 12th, 2021

Friday Class from 3:45-4:45 PM with Miss Rhianna and Miss Sophie (8 week session, no class on September 17th or November 8th - $144)



Register for the Friday 3:45-4:45 PM Class

combo classes





Does your child love gymnastics but want a little something extra to go along with it? Check out our unique specialty classes that combine stories, dance, cheerleading, art, intro to sports, and so much more to go along with our top notch gymnastics curriculum.



DanceNastics Class
(3-5 year olds)



Perfect for little ones who love to flip and twirl! Athletes will get an introduction in both the wonderful world of gymnastics and dance, which includes multiple forms of dance. No special attire is required.



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Tuesday Class from 5:45-6:30 PM with Miss Sophie & Miss Rhianna (8 week session - $128

Wednesday Class from 11:45-12:30 PM with Miss Jen (8 week session - $128)



Register for the Tuesday 5:45-6:30 PM Class Register for the Wednesday 11:45-12:30 PM Class

SportsNastics Class
(3-5 year olds)



Let's explore the wonderful world of sports! Each week will include gymnastics instruction as well as an introduction into another sport. Some of these additional sports includes baseball, soccer, basketball, golf, and bowling. We will focus on improving hand eye coordination, crossing mid-line, agility, and will learn to work together as a team.



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Thursday Class from 1:00-1:45 PM with Miss Rachel (8 week session - $128)



Register for the Thursday 1:00-1:45 PM Class

CheerNastics Class
(6-9 year olds)



Give me a Y, E, and S...YES we love gymnastics and cheerleading! There are a lot of similarities between the two sports so let's combine it all into one fun class. The class will focus heavily on floor and tumbling moves, jumps, and balancing skills. Athletes will also learn cheer terminology, chants, mini routines, and pom.



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Tuesday Class from 6:00-7:00 PM with Miss Sophie & Miss Rhianna (8 week session - $144)


Register for the Tuesday 6:00-7:00 PM Class

Pre-Teen Tumbling & Trampoline
(9-11 year olds)



**Description coming soon**



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd, 2021

Tuesday Class from 7:15-8:15 PM with Miss Sophie & Miss Rhianna (8 week session - $144)


Register for the Tuesday 7:15-8:15 PM Class

Somersaults & Stories
(2 1/2 & 3 year old Parent & Tot)



Get your toddler a head start and ready for preschool with the fun and educational class! The class consists of gymnastics instruction, a story, and an activity that goes along with the weekly theme. Your child will practice coloring, sorting, counting, matching, tracing, and so much more!



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd

Wednesday Class from 10:30-11:30 AM with Miss Jen (8 week session - $144)


Register for the Wednesday 10:30-11:30 AM Class

Reading & Roundoffs
(3-5 year olds)



**Description coming soon**



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd

Tuesday Class from 9:30-11:30 AM with Miss Jen & Miss Sydney (8 week session - $200)


Register for the Tuesday 9:30-11:30 AM Class

ASL in Action Classes



ASL in Action I - Parent & Tot Class (ages 2 & 3)
Learning beginning American Sign Language with your little one in this Parent/Tot class. We will focus on interactive signs with relevant meaning to preschoolers, including animals, food, and family. Practice body awareness activities and intro yoga poses as we keep our class fun and full of movement!

ASL in Action II (ages 4 & 5)
Preschool-age kids will learn American Sign Language basics in this interactive, energetic class. Each week will focus on learning functional signs that children can use to communicate full thoughts in ASL, such as: Introductions & Fingerspelling; Expressing Feelings; & Asking Questions. During class we will dance, jump, and yoga stretch to keep our bodies just as active as our minds!



END OF SUMMER/FALL SESSION: August 30th - October 23rd

ASL in Action I - Friday Class from 10:45-11:30 AM with Miss Ashley (7 week session, no class on October 22nd - $112)

ASL in Action II - Friday Class from 9:30-10:15 AM with Miss Ashley (7 week session, no class on October 22nd - $112)


Register for the Friday 9:30-10:15 AM Class Register for the Friday 10:45-11:30 AM Class

Northfield Elementary School
After School CheerNastics Club
(3rd and 4th Graders)



A great opportunity to learn both gymnastics and cheerleading. The class will focus heavily on floor/tumbling skills as well as learn cheer motions, chants, and pom routines. Children will be escorted from school to the gym. Parents will pick up at the gym at the end of class.



FALL SESSION: September 14th - November 9th, 2021

Tuesday Class from 3:45-4:45 PM with Miss Sophie and Miss Rhianna (8 week session, no class on November 2nd - $144)


Register for the Tuesday 3:45-4:45 PM Class

Summer BookNastics
(Incoming 1st-3rd Graders)



Looking for a fun way to keep your child's mind and body active this summer? Look no further! Each week your child will be assigned reading to be completed at home from their chapter book. We will cover both fiction and nonfiction text in this class. During class we will take advantage of the beautiful summer weather to read and discuss the stories outdoors. The class will also include games and will give the children the opportunity to learn gymnastics skills at their own pace and ability level.


WEDNESDAYS 1:00-2:30 PM (Summer Session)



SPECIAL EVENTS





We love to be able to offer so many unique and FUN events for children of all ages! Check back as we continue to update our special events each month.



ArtNastics



**Stay tuned for more information about our upcoming tie dye event coming in September**



Flips & Frosting



**Next event will be coming in September**



Movie Night



**Our next Movie Night will take place outdoors in September! Check back for more infortmation**



Gym-n-Games
(5-10 year olds)



Drop off your children for a fun night of gymnastics and games! Children will enjoy playing a wide variety of games such as board games and cornhole. Snacks of pretzels, carrot sticks, and a bottle of water will be provided for every child.

FRIDAY, July 30th 5:30-8:00 PM
$25 per child/$10 per additional child

*Must register by Friday, July 23rd*



Summer Camps



MY FIRST CAMPS: Parent & Tot ages 18 months - 3 years old. $20 per child/$5 per additional child
TUESDAY, August 17th 5:30-6:45 PM - ABC Zoo Theme


MINIS CAMPS: Drop-off ages 3-5. $25 per child/$10 per additional child.
TUESDAY, July 27th 5:30-7:30 PM - Blues Clues & YOU Theme


SCHOOL-AGE CAMPS: Drop-off. $30 per child/$15 per additional child.
FRIDAY, July 23rd 9:30-12:00 PM - Summer Olympics Camp (ages 4-9)

*Registration closes one week before each camp*



Skill Clinics



$15 per child/$10 per additional child

FRIDAY, August 13th 10:30-11:45 AM - Casts & Pullovers (ages 5-9)


*Registration closes one week before each clinic*



End of Summer Pajama Dance Party Night
(4-10 year olds)



Celebrate the end of summer with a pajama dance party! Come dressed in your favorite pj's and get ready to cuddle up during story time, flip, and dance the night away.


MONDAY, August 16th 6:00-8:00 PM
$20 per child/$10 per additional child drop-off event

*Must register by Monday, August 9th*






Frequently Asked Questions



HOW DO I REGISTER FOR A CLASS?



Find the class you would like to join under the "Gymnastics Classes", "Combo Classes", or "Special Events" tab. Click on the button to register and complete the form attached. You will receive a confirmation message after registering and Miss Jen will be in contact by e-mail before you start. If a class is full then you will get a notice when trying to enroll. To be put on a wait list please e-mail Miss Jen at jen@learningladdergym.com



HOW DO I PAY FOR CLASS?



Choose what payment option you would like to do when you register for a class. You can bring exact cash or a check to Learning Ladder Gymnastics on the first day of class or pay by credit card. We will send you an invoice if you would like to pay by credit card. There is a 3% fee to pay by credit card.



WHAT DO I BRING FOR THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS?



Every family needs to bring payment and complete a waiver form upon arrival for class. Waiver forms are good for a full year. Children should also bring a water bottle with his/her name on it.



WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD WEAR TO CLASS?



Children should come to class in something that they can comfortably and easily be able to move around in. No jeans or dresses. Leotards are a great option but not required. Girls with long hair should have hair pulled back out of their faces and no long jewelry. Children will go barefoot during class.



WHAT IS YOUR MISSED CLASSED POLICY?



Due to smaller class sizes and for consistency in our classes, we cannot guarantee make-ups for missed classes. There will not be refunds for missed classes. If something comes up that interferes with you coming to class please reach out to us and we will do our best to work with each family on an individual basis.


Learning Ladder Gymnastics continues to do our part in keeping everyone as safe and healthy as possible. We ask that you keep your child home if they show any sign of illness. We sanitize all mats and equipment after each class and have hand sanitizers/hand washing stations easily accessible.



WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT FROM A LEARNING LADDER CLASS?



From the moment you step through our doors until you leave we want to make that experience special and worthwhile for all. We truly treat all of our athletes and their families like family. There is so much thought and passion that goes into our lessons. Every detail has been strategically designed to make class both fun and educational. You should expect your child to receive personalized instruction even in a group setting. We follow USA Gymnastics skill progression and strive to bring a quality gymnastics program while meeting the needs of each individual child. Our classes are truly unique and one of a kind. We teach the child first and the gymnast second.



Learning Ladder Gymnastics



Phone #: (440) 897-1681
E-Mail: jen@learningladdergym.com

9447 Olde 8 Road
Northfield, Oh 44067









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Why learning ladder?



our blueprint for success:



Here at Learning Ladder we believe each child is unique and special and deserves a supportive and compassionate environment where they can grow and reach their fullest

potential both physically, socially, and academically.



Our program can be compared to that of designing a blueprint for building a house...


*Houses are all unique and individual to its owner - our programs are truly special and unlike our fellow competitors. We offer many specialty programs in addition to our high quality gymnastics classes so whether you want to do gymnastics just for fun or are looking to train at a higher level there is something for everyone!


*Houses need a solid foundation - in order to learn more challenging gymnastics skills you need to have a solid foundation and at Learning Ladder that's what we do. Our classes start at the age of 2. From the very beginning we teach correct terminology and proper form and technique to get our gymnasts off on the right path.


*Houses need floor plans - we take great pride in our creative lesson plans that not only build upon each other but also are a ton of FUN! Our weekly themes makes each class different than the previous one.


*Houses need contractors and other professionals to build it correctly - our instructors not only are well versed in gymnastics but also have specialties in other areas that they incorporate into the classes. We are certified teachers, mothers, ect.


*Houses need to be decorated to feel like home - we love being a small business and truly getting to know the families that we serve. In fact, we consider them all apart of our extended family! When you walk through our doors it should feel like coming home. Even though we all have different personalities and likes (same as how some homeowners prefer granite counter tops or gray wall paint) we not only support that individuality but in fact celebrate it.


So while it takes a lot of time, effort, planning, and love that goes into building a house we know that it is all worth it in the end. We want our students to LEARN and take the proper steps to climb the LADDER of success!