Gymstar
A fun, structured recreational competition program for developing gymnasts at Pakenham and Monbulk.
What Is Gymstar?
Gymstar is a recreational competition stream that gives gymnasts the experience of performing routines in a low-pressure competition environment. It sits between recreational GymFun and full competitive pathways.
Children develop structured routines on apparatus and participate in Gymstar events throughout the year alongside gymnasts from other clubs.
Who Is It For?
Gymstar suits children who are developing strong skills in GymFun and would enjoy the experience of friendly competition, without the full commitment of a competitive squad.
Ask our coaching team if Gymstar might be right for your child's current level and temperament.
What Will My Child Experience in Gymstar?
Children develop specific routines for each apparatus — floor, beam, bars and vault — and work toward performing them with consistency and confidence.
Gymstar introduces children to the culture of gymnastics competition in a positive, age-appropriate way. Coaches place equal emphasis on skill quality and enjoyment.
What Gymstar gymnasts work on
Routine construction
Children learn routines on each apparatus that are designed to showcase their skills.
Floor
Movement sequences with tumbling, jumps and dance elements.
Beam
Walking, balancing, turning and jumping elements on the beam.
Bars
Swings, casts and circling movements on the uneven or single bar.
Vault
Springboard and vault technique with a focus on safe landings.
Performance skills
Posture, presentation and performance awareness in a competition setting.
Consistency
Repetition of routines builds reliability and confidence before events.
Sportsmanship
Children learn to support teammates and handle results with grace and positivity.
Where Does Gymstar Lead?
Gymstar is a stepping stone between recreational gymnastics and full competitive pathways. Many Gymstar gymnasts use the program to discover whether competitive gymnastics is right for them.
From Gymstar, children may move into a competitive squad if they show the commitment, ability and desire to train more frequently.
There is no obligation to pursue competitive gymnastics — Gymstar is a rewarding program in its own right and many children participate for the full enjoyment of performance and friendly competition.
Why families choose Gymstar
Gentle introduction to competition
Gymstar events are designed to be positive and enjoyable for young gymnasts experiencing competition for the first time.
Skill progression
Children build on their GymFun foundation with structured routines and increased skill expectations.
Community and belonging
Gymstar gymnasts train and compete together, building friendships and a shared sense of purpose.
No pressure pathway
Gymstar gives children the experience of competition without the commitment of a full competitive squad.
What to expect in your first class
Here is what a typical session looks like for a new gymnast.
Meet the coach
Your child meets their coach and gets comfortable in the gym environment.
Warm up
Every class starts with a fun warm up to get bodies ready to move.
Learn new skills
Coaches introduce age-appropriate skills at a pace that suits your child.
Practice safely
Children repeat and refine movements with coach guidance and proper spotting.
Build confidence
Progress is celebrated at every step, no matter how small.
Have fun
Classes are energetic, encouraging and something children look forward to each week.
Our Gymstar classes are held at all of our gymnastics centre locations
Pakenham Centre
Office Hours
Monday–Thursday: 9:00am – 6:15pm Friday 9:00am - 5:15pm Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00pm Sunday: Closed
Class Hours
Weekdays Saturday mornings — see timetable for class times.
Monbulk Centre
Office Hours
Monday–Friday: 9:00am – 4:00pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed
Class Hours
Weekdays Saturday mornings — see timetable for class times.
Start with a free trial class
Meet our coaches, explore the gym and find the right program for your child — at Pakenham or Monbulk.