YOUTH GYMNASTICS IN WASHINGTON, DC

Gymnastics at Capitol City Circus School

Welcome to a gymnastics experience that’s anything but ordinary.

Our program blends traditional gymnastics with the wonder of circus arts, all under the twinkle lights of our big top tent. By exploring both disciplines, students gain a broader foundation and an imaginative sense of play they won’t find anywhere else.

Designed for children ages 12 months through 9 years, our program teaches safe and fundamentally sound technique as developed by USA Gymnastics, with deliberate progressions and a clear path for growth. As children build physical skills, they also gain confidence, pride, and a strong sense of self that follows them far beyond the tent walls.

Whether your child loves to move, is dreaming of becoming an athlete, or just needs a place to get their wiggles out, we’re here for it. Come join us under the big top!

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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Officially called "Intro to Acrobatics" to capture the exploration of circus arts alongside gymnastics, our classes serve a range of ages and experience.

Gymnasts new to our program are placed in age-based classes to start. Once enrolled, we assess each child to group them by both age and skill level, ensuring they’re in the best class for their development.

Unsure what to sign up for? Use our tool or email gymnastics@capcitycircus.com

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Ages 18m-5y: Caretaker & Me Classes

Participate with your caretaker for unique bonding experience:

Tiny Tots (30 mintues)

Our youngest acrobats develop strength and coordination through safe sensory play on and off the equipment. Students participate with an accompanying adult, offering a unique bonding experience for each pair.

Tots (45 minutes)

This class offers a structured format to develop listening skills, social/emotional awareness, and basic gymnastics skills such as somersaults and cartwheels. Adult participation is required to help students follow instructions.

Family | Ages 18m-5y (45 minutes)

Ideal for siblings or those wanting a mixed-age experience, this class develops listening skills, social/emotional awareness, and basic gymnastics skills such as somersaults and cartwheels. Adult participation is required for children 3 and under to help students follow instructions.

Ages 4-9: Independent Participation

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Family | Ages 18m-5y (45 minutes)

Ideal for siblings or those wanting a mixed-age experience, this class develops listening skills, social/emotional awareness, and basic gymnastics skills such as somersaults and cartwheels. Adult participation required for children 3 and under; 4-5 year olds may participate independently.

Young Youth | Ages 4-6 (45 minutes) & Youth | Ages 7-9 (45 minutes)

These classes introduce new students to the joy and technique of gymnastics. Students learn fundamental positions, develop aerial awareness, and prepare for more structured level classes. Sample skills practiced include handstands, pullovers, and cartwheels.

Level Classes

Refine fundamentals and continue progressing through more advanced skills. Each level has listed criteria to meet before becoming eligible to move on.

Young Youth & Youth Level 1 | Ages 4-6 & 7-9 (45 minutes)
Young Youth & Youth Level 1 Advanced | Ages 4-6 & 7-9 (45 minutes)
Level 2 | Ages 4+ (60 minutes)
Level 2 Advanced | Ages 4+ (60 minutes)

Pre-Team

Hot Shots

Pre-Team

Private Lessons

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Level 1
Level 1 Advanced
Level 2
Level 2 Advanced

...And Birthday Parties!

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Level 1
Level 1 Advanced
Level 2
Level 2 Advanced

SPRING SCHEDULE

Enrollment for our spring session is now closed. Email gymnastics@capcitycircus.com to be added to a waitlist.

Note that all level classes require previous participation in an Intro to Acrobatics class and pre-approval by an instructor. Learn more in Class Descriptions, read our FAQs, or email gymnastics@capcitycircus.com.

Saturdays

Session Length: 3/21/26-6/6/26 (9 classes)
No Class: 4/4, 4/18, 5/23

Cost: $245 +tax*

Sundays

Session Length: 3/22/26-6/7/26 (9 classes)
No Class: 4/5, 4/19, 5/24

Cost: $245 +tax

9:00-9:45 Tots (18m-3y) WAITLIST

10:00-10:45 Family (18m-5y) WAITLIST

11:00-11:45 Young Youth (4-6y) WAITLIST

12:00-12:45 Level 1 (4-6y) WAITLIST

9:15-10:00 Family (18m-5y) WAITLIST

9:45-10:30 Level 1 (4-6y) WAITLIST

10:00-11:00 Level 2* (5-9y)

10:30-11:15 Young Youth (4-6) WAITLIST

11:00-11:45 Level 1 (4-6y)

11:15-12:15 Level 2* (5-9y) WAITLIST

11:30-12:15 Level 1 Advanced (4-6y) WAITLIST

12:15-1:00 Young Youth (4-6) WAITLIST

1:15-2:00 Youth (7-9y) WAITLIST

2:15-3:00 Level 1 Advanced (7-9y)

*Level 2 has a nominal price increase due to

the longer class time.

Wednesdays

Session Length: 3/25/26-6/3/26 (9 classes)
No Class: 4/15, 5/20

Cost: $245 +tax

1:30-2:15 Family (3y-7y)

4:00-4:45: Young Youth (4-6y) WAITLIST

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Youth Programming Newsletter

Updates on all youth offerings at Cap City for ages 12 months through 16 years. Includes registration dates and announcements for circus classes, workshops, and gymnastics programs.

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Listserv

Not quite old enough for circus classes yet, or just want gymnastics updates? This list shares registration reminders and announcements for gymnastics programs serving ages 12 months through 9 years.