Frequently Asked Questions

We have 4 on-site car spaces, which can fill quickly during busy class times. Additional parking is available on nearby streets.We recommend allowing a few extra minutes before your child's class to find a park and walk to the gym.

Yes. We have an open viewing area where parents and family members can watch the classes.Our viewing area is open to the gym floor, without glass separating families from the training space, so you can both see and hear what's happening during your child's class.

Fitted activewear that allows your child to move comfortably is perfect. Some gymnasts choose to wear a leotard, but this isn't required for our KinderGym or Foundations classes.Hair should be tied back and kept out of the face, and gymnasts train in bare feet.Jewellery is not encouraged during gymnastics as it can become a safety hazard. Where possible, we recommend removing jewellery and watches before arriving at the gym.Please also bring a labelled water bottle.

Our youngest classes begin from two years old.For children under five, we recommend choosing their class based on age, as each program has been designed around the physical, emotional and social stages children are developing through at that age.Our under-five programs are:Mini Movers: 2 to 3 yearsTiny Tumblers: 3 to 4 yearsJunior Jumpers: 4 to 5 yearsNot sure where your child fits? Our Find My Class quiz can help you find the best starting point.Find My Class

Absolutely. Your child doesn't need any previous gymnastics experience to get started.Our programs are designed to progressively build gymnastics skills, strength, coordination and confidence, and our coaches will help your child learn at an appropriate level for their age and experience.If you're not sure where to begin, our Find My Class quiz can point you in the right direction.Find My Class

If your child has previously participated in non-competitive gymnastics, we generally recommend starting with the class designed for their age or school grade.If they have significant previous gymnastics experience, have participated in a competitive program, or you're looking for something more challenging, please contact our team before enrolling so we can help determine the most suitable starting point.Check out our Find My Class tool to see what best suits your child.Contact Us

We recommend arriving around 5 to 10 minutes before your child's first class. This gives our team time to welcome you, show you around the gym, help your child get settled and introduce you to their coach.Your coach will know that it's your child's first class and will be there to provide some extra guidance as they get used to the gym and how their class works.You'll also receive your IWG welcome pack when joining.After the class, we'll check in with you to see how your child went and answer any questions you might have.

Starting somewhere new can take a little time to get used to, and every child responds differently.If you think your child may be nervous about their first class, we encourage you to let us know beforehand. You're welcome to have a quick chat with their coach before class or contact us ahead of time with anything that may help your child settle into their new environment.If your child isn't starting for a little while, you're also welcome to come in during an appropriate class time and watch from our parent viewing area. Becoming familiar with the gym and seeing how a class works before their first session can sometimes help.For classes where parents don't participate, parents and family members need to remain in the viewing area rather than joining their child on the gym floor.Our 14-day cooling-off period also gives new gymnasts some time to settle into their classes before families decide whether gymnastics is the right fit.Contact Us

Please get in touch. Athlete Extension currently caters for boys aged 10-14 with soccer experience, but we welcome expressions of interest for other ages, a girls’ class or training that complements another sport. Groups of 4 or more are also welcome to inquire.Email info@innerwestgymnastics.com with a little information about your child or group. This helps us understand demand and explore future class options.