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October at Carousel Gymnastics

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October Newsletter Carousel Gymnastics

Registration, Dress-Up Days, and Important Updates

Fall is in full swing at Carousel Gymnastics, and the gym is buzzing with energy as students settle into their routines. October brings not only cooler weather but also some exciting opportunities, special events, and a few important reminders for families.

Keeping the Gym Safe and Focused

At our Waupaca location, please keep the doors to the main gym area clear at all times. This space needs to remain open in case of an emergency, but it also helps our students stay focused. Extra movement or distractions in the gym can pull attention away from instructors and make it harder for children to learn safely. At both Waupaca and Plover, we also ask families to refrain from “coaching” from the sidelines. We know it can be tempting to cheer or give advice, but even small comments can distract not only your child but also the rest of the class. Our coaches are trained to guide students, and letting them take the lead ensures everyone stays safe and engaged.

Winter Session Registration

It’s hard to believe, but our winter session is right around the corner. Registration opens soon:
  • October 30: Priority registration for students currently enrolled in the fall session
  • October 31: Open registration for all students
Class recommendations will be handed out during week 7 of the fall session. To reserve a spot, tuition plus the $20 annual registration fee must be paid at the time of registration. Classes often fill quickly, so don’t wait! Families who use AOE or other third-party financial institutions should complete registration online using the Parent Portal. Follow us on Facebook (Carousel Gymnastics Waupaca and Carousel Gymnastics Plover) to see the schedule as soon as it’s posted.

October Dress-Up Days

October gives students two fun chances to show off their style in the gym:
  • Breast Cancer Awareness Week: Wear pink during class October 14–18 to honor those who have faced breast cancer and to show support for survivors. It’s a great way for our community to come together and send a powerful message: no one fights alone.
  • Halloween Week: From October 24 through October 30, students are welcome to wear workout-appropriate costumes or festive outfits to class. Just make sure costumes are safe and allow for movement. Please note there are no evening classes on October 31.

Staying Healthy This Season

As temperatures drop, so do our immune defenses. Cold, flu, allergy season, and COVID are all concerns this time of year. To help keep our community healthy:
  • If your child does not feel well, please keep them home.
  • If your child did not attend school due to illness, they should not attend class that day.
We appreciate everyone’s effort to keep the gym a safe and healthy environment for all.

Toddler Time Returns to Plover

Toddler Time is back in Plover beginning Monday, October 7! These open gym-style sessions are perfect for children walking through age 5.
  • Plover: Mondays, 9:30–10:15 am
  • Waupaca: Thursdays, 9:30–10:15 am and 11:15 am–12:00 pm
Cost is just $5 per child, and no pre-registration is required. It’s a great way for little ones to explore, move, and build confidence while parents enjoy watching them discover new skills.

Looking Ahead

October is shaping up to be a fun and busy month at Carousel Gymnastics. Between special dress-up days, Toddler Time, and upcoming registration, there’s something for everyone to get excited about. Most importantly, thank you to all our families for helping us create a safe, supportive, and encouraging environment where kids can thrive. 👉 Mark your calendars for winter registration and join us this month for dress-up fun and Toddler Time. We can’t wait to see what our students accomplish next!

Carousel Gymnastics Kicks Off the 2025–2026 Season

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Carousel Gymnastics September Newsletter

Welcome Back: Carousel Gymnastics Kicks Off the 2025–2026 Season

The school year has begun, and that means fresh routines, new schedules, and plenty of excitement inside the gym at Carousel Gymnastics. As summer winds down, our staff has been busy cleaning, organizing, and preparing lesson plans to welcome both returning and brand-new students when classes begin on September 8. We’re thrilled to start another year of helping kids build skills, gain confidence, and discover just how much they can achieve.

This Year’s Theme: The Lion King

Every year at Carousel, we choose a theme that inspires our students and keeps learning fun. For 2025–2026, we’re diving into the world of The Lion King. Why The Lion King? Because it’s a story about courage. One of our favorite lessons from the film is that bravery doesn’t mean the absence of fear—it means facing challenges in spite of it. As Rafiki says, “Oh yes, the past can hurt. But the way I see it, you can either run from it or learn from it.” Throughout the year, our coaches will help students push past fears, tackle new skills, and celebrate the moments when they realize just how brave they can be.

Sunny Day Childcare Partnership

For families with children enrolled in Sunny Day Childcare in Waupaca, we have a convenient option to make gymnastics even easier. Carousel staff can walk your child over for classes during the day. Here’s what families need to know:
  • Please communicate with both Carousel and Sunny Day if your child needs to be walked over.
  • Let staff know if you plan to pick up your child after class. If you’re running late, we’ll return your child to Sunny Day for safety.
  • Be sure Sunny Day staff has a change of clothes ready for your child’s gymnastics or Ninja Zone class.
This partnership gives kids the chance to stay active and learn new skills before heading home for the evening.

Preparing Your Child for Class

To set your child up for success, a little preparation goes a long way.
  • Dress Code: Students should wear comfortable workout clothes such as shorts, pants, t-shirts, or leotards. Sports bras alone are not appropriate for class. Jewelry, watches, and Fitbits should be left at home. Ninja Zone students at our Waupaca location will need the official Ninja uniform, available at theninjazone.store
  • Hydration: Children in classes lasting 60 minutes or more should bring a water bottle.
  • Arrival Time: Plan to arrive 10 minutes before class. Younger children especially benefit from this extra time to adjust, meet classmates, and start class without stress. Arriving late can make it harder for kids to participate fully.
We ask families to be mindful of lobby space. The Plover location in particular has limited seating, so only one parent should stay to watch when possible. Please remember: while the Plover facility is on a farm, the barn and animals are off-limits. Families are welcome to use the designated play area behind the gym.

Toddler Time Is Back

If you’ve got little ones, Toddler Time is the perfect way to burn off energy and explore the gym in a fun, safe environment.
  • Waupaca Location: Every Thursday morning beginning September 11, with two sessions available—9:30–10:15 am and 11:15 am–12:00 pm. Cost is $5 per child, ages walking to 5 years. No pre-registration needed.
  • Plover Location: Toddler Time will resume in October.
It’s a relaxed, playful way for children to climb, jump, and tumble while parents get to watch their progress.

Looking Ahead

We’re excited for the year ahead and can’t wait to see what our students accomplish. Whether it’s a child’s very first forward roll, a Ninja Zone breakthrough, or a returning gymnast taking on new challenges, every success in the gym builds both skill and confidence. As we kick off this season, we’ll keep coming back to our theme: bravery. Because at Carousel Gymnastics, learning new skills is about more than gymnastics—it’s about giving kids the tools to face challenges in the gym, in school, and in life. Want to learn more about class options, schedules, or how to get your child started? Contact Carousel Gymnastics today, we’d love to welcome your family into the gym this fall.

Start of a New Session!

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Welcome to Carousel Gymnastics! We are excited to have you and your family as part of our community. As we kick off our fall session, we want to share a few reminders that will help everyone have a safe and enjoyable experience at Carousel! Our lobby area is a place for gymnasts and visitors to gather before and after classes, we love to see the camaraderie of parents, friends, and athletes, but in order to maintain a distraction free area we ask that you follow a few of our safety tips. Here are a few tips on lobby area etiquette:
  • Check in at the front desk. All gymnasts must check in at the front desk for attendance before entering the gym. This helps us to keep track of who is in the building and to ensure the safety of all of our members.
  • Store your belongings in the locker room. For safety reasons, gymnasts should not leave their belongings in the lobby area. Please use the locker room to store your child's backpack, coat, and other belongings.
  • No running, gymnastics, or ninja skills in the lobby area. The lobby area is a shared space, and we want to make sure that everyone is safe. Please remind your children to walk or run slowly in the lobby area, and to refrain from doing any gymnastics or ninja skills.
  • Use inside voices. The lobby area can be a busy place, and it can be difficult for the front desk staff to hear when they are on the phone. Please remind your children to use inside voices when they are in the lobby area.
  • Supervise your children. All children must be supervised by a parent or guardian when they are in or outside of our building. This is for the safety of your child and other members of our community.
    • We appreciate your cooperation in following these lobby area etiquette tips. By working together, we can create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone at Carousel Gymnastics.

Carousel Gymnastics Summer Classes

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It's snowing as I type this, but according to the calendar summer is not that far away! In an effort to help those organized parents plan for vacations and summer activities we are working on our summer schedules. Carousel Gymnastics Plover & Carousel Gymnastics Waupaca will be offering gymnastics summer sessions split into two sections. We feel this is a great way for families to sign up for classes that fit their busy summer schedules. Our Waupaca location will be hosting NinjaZone classes as well as Camps and Skills Clinics. Registration for the summer Gymnastics and NinjaZone sessions will open May 2nd.
Carousel Gymnastics Summer CampSummer day camps are a fantastic way to engage kids with fun, hands-on activities. Carousel Gymnastic camps are open the general public, registration in gymnastics or NinjaZone classes is NOT required! That makes these classes fun - for EVERYONE!
Skills Clinics are specifically designed to work on individual skills, i.e. cartwheels, back-flips, etc. These clinics are great ways to keep your child's skills fresh before the fall session begins.
As always, if your child is enrolled at Sunny Day, child pick-up is available! We have a working relationship with Sunny Day to walk children to their Gymnastics or NinjaZone classes (daytime classes) all year! This gives families more flexibility when scheduling activities for their children. Please Note: Your child must be enrolled in child care at Sunny Day, this does not extend to other daycare programs. If your child will be enrolled at Sunny Day this summer and you would like to sign them up for a morning class, please let the front desk know if you need your child picked up.

Annual Gymnast & Ninja Spotlight Show!

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Carousel Gymnastics Spotlight Show
Carousel Gymnastics Waupaca & Plover will be hosting our annual spotlight. The 2022 Superhero Spotlight show is a great way for your child/children to show off what they have learned in either the Preschool, Recreational or NinjaZone Program. Registration sign-up deadline is March 17th, which allows us time to order leos. You can register your child(ren) through our online portal or by stopping by the Waupaca location front desk. On-line registration will be under "Camp" and make sure to answer the question so that we have the size of leotard/shirt for this event. For Plover students, make sure to choose the WAUPACA location from the drop down menu. If you are having difficulty registering, make sure to contact us and we can help register your child. Each registration will include two spectator tickets. There will be additional tickets available for purchase at the door the day of the event. Mark your calendars, and we look forward to seeing you on Saturday, May 21st.
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Carousel Gymnastics is Hiring!

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Carousel Gymnastics is Hiring
Carousel Gymnastics is looking for energetic individuals to join our team! These positions are open to anyone with the desire to help our gymnasts grow. Perfect cartwheels are not required - we will train the right person! What is required? A fun, energetic personality - the ability to keep a small class on task - and the willingness to learn! Our class times vary each week, but most classes are in the evening with an occasional Saturday depending on coverage and schedules. This is the perfect opportunity for a parent with a child in class or someone looking for extra spending money. If you are interested in learning more about our open positions, contact Coach Tiffany via, EMAIL. Carousel Gymnastics currently has open positions at our Waupaca, WI & Plover, WI locations! Download our Application, HERE!

Carousel Gymnastics Welcomes 2022!

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Carousel Gymnastics Welcomes 2022

Kicking off 2022!

I don't think Carousel Gymnastics is alone in ushering in a new year! 2021 started and ended with a few restarts and a learning curve. All businesses, including ours, have been learning to navigate new guidelines to continue to keep our customers, students, and instructors safe. We are grateful for all of the families that have continued to support our program!

In 2022, Carousel Gymnastics will continue to focus on our students! With only a few short weeks left in the Winter Session, we have started looking at our tentative spring schedule. Make sure to watch for the Spring Schedule and registration information to come out soon. Our coaches are also working on preparing for our home meets in February (Sweet Tart Invitational, Feb. 12-13) and March (Blizzard Bash, Mar. 5-6). And don't forget to mark your calendars for our younger gymnasts, Spotlight Show (May 21, 2022).

2022 is already looking like an exciting year for the gymnasts and staff at Carousel Gymnastics! Watch for our monthly newsletters, Facebook posts, and handouts to keep up with the most recent events and updates!

As a gymnastics gym we strive to teach our students more than just “skills”. We hope to instill an energy of confidence and passion in their practice as well as each child’s being. With each new skill practiced and mastered, confidence is boosted. This sets the stage for a life long journey of patience, practice and success. May 2022 bless you all with patience, confidence, and success!

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