Acrobatics and Tumbling for Kids

Discover the Strength, Confidence and Fun of Early Acrobatics

Learn Acrobatics & Tumbling!

Ready Set Acro introduces little ones to safe, age-appropriate acrobatics activities and tumbling skills that build strength, coordination and confidence. Designed in partnership with industry leader Acrobatic Arts, specially for preschoolers, this program focuses on fundamental movement skill sets (rather than tricks) to support children as they develop strong, capable bodies.

Through playful exercises, obstacle courses and imaginative movement challenges, children learn how to roll, balance, stretch and support their own body weight. Our certified teachers guide kids through each activity with care, helping them feel proud of their progress while having fun.

What Is Acrobatics and Tumbling for Preschoolers?

Acrobatics for young children is all about foundation movement skills. Our Ready Set Acro program focuses on the 3 S’s: Strength, Stretch and Skills. Ready Set Acro focuses on introducing children to:

Balance
Safe rolling
Inversion skills (like gentle supported handstands)
Strength-building exercises
Core stability
Flexibility
Spatial and body awareness

Everything is taught through games and imaginative play, making each session both safe and full of fun.

What Are the Benefits of Acrobatics and Tumbling for Kids?

Acrobatics offers many physical and developmental benefits for preschool-aged children. Through structured, creative movement and practice, kids can:

Build strength in their growing muscles
Improve balance, posture and coordination
Develop confidence in how their body moves
Strengthen motor planning and body awareness
Learn resilience, persistence and problem-solving
Explore safe risk-taking in a supported environment
Build flexibility and core strength
Improve listening, focus and turn-taking

While acrobatics and tumbling feel like play in a child’s mind, they support whole-body development and lay the foundation for future movement, sports and dance activities.

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Learning Fundamental Skills
Ready Set Acro introduces children to simple, foundational floor exercises and acro skills such as:
Forward rolls
Balances on different body parts
Supported handstands or wall holds
Stretch sequences
Coordination pathways
Obstacle exploration
These activities help develop strength, stability and body confidence through repetition and play.
Building Strength & Coordination
Acro is one of the best ways to help preschoolers develop strong bodies. Through climbing, balancing and controlled tumbling, children strengthen their:
Core
Upper body
Lower body
Postural muscles
These skills support everyday movement and prepare children for sport, dance and active play.
Confidence, Resilience & Courage
Acrobatics naturally encourages children to try new things, overcome challenges and celebrate small wins. With gentle support from their teacher, children learn to say “I can do it!” as they master new movement skills at their own pace.
Safe Exploration & Body Awareness
Ready Set Acro allows kids to explore movement in a carefully structured environment. Children learn how their bodies move, begin to develop spatial awareness, how to land safely, and how to try movements with control and confidence.

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Types of Dance We Teach

Jazz

Develop muscle strength control, balance & achieve coordination milestones like skipping before going to school.

Hip Hop

Bust out to some ice cold moves just like Freeze to our original hip hop tracks.

Tap

Learn the fundamentals of tap in a playful and creative way, splashing in puddles and shuffling like a penguin.

Music

Develop the musical ear, dynamics & tempo while having fun with instruments and the parachute.

Why Choose RSD?

Original Music that is Fun and Engaging

Jazz, Tap, Hip Hop & Singing all in one class

Endorsed by Early Learning Experts

Make Memories and Celebrate Milestones

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Acrobatics & Tumbling for Kids: FAQs

Is acrobatics and tumbling safe for preschoolers?

Yes. Ready Set Acro is designed specifically for young children, focusing on foundational movements rather than advanced tricks. All skills are taught with mats, supports and hands-on guidance so children can explore safely.

Not quite old enough for Ready Set Acro yet? We offer dance classes for walking age up. Learn more about the benefits of dancing for toddlers.

Do children need previous dance or gymnastics experience?

No experience is required. Children begin with simple movements and progress at their own pace with supportive instruction.

What skills will my child learn?

Preschoolers learn fundamental acro skills such as balancing, rolling, stretching, body control and early inversion skills. These foundations help prepare them for future dance, acrobatics or sports pathways.

How Does Acrobatics & Tumbling Differ From Gymnastics?

Acrobatics and tumbling, compared with gymnastics, do share some overlapping movements, but they are very different in how children train, progress and express themselves.

Acrobatics and tumbling focuses almost entirely on floor-based movement, where students build confidence through foundations such as cartwheels, handstands, bridges, walkovers and controlled balances. As they grow stronger, they progress into more dynamic aerial skills and tumbling elements, eventually working toward advanced movements like back handsprings. The emphasis is on safe progressions, body control, flexibility, strength and expressive movement that blends beautifully with dance. Children also learn how to connect skills smoothly, use musicality and explore artistic shapes and transitions that highlight their personal style.

Gymnastics, however, is a broader sport that requires gymnasts to train across several apparatus. While the floor is one component, gymnastics also includes bars, beam, vault, rings, pommel horse and trampoline. Because of this, gymnasts develop a wide range of apparatus-specific skill sets and follow a structured technical pathway with routines, levels and scoring criteria. The focus is more regimented, with progression tied closely to equipment mastery and competition standards.

In short, acrobatics and tumbling are perfect for students who love floor tricks, creative movement, and the freedom to explore tumbling and movement. Both build confidence, strength and discipline; they just offer different journeys for different kinds of movers.

Is Ready Set Acro part of the Ready Set Dance class?

Ready Set Acro is a separate program designed to complement our main Ready Set Dance class. Children can participate in both programs or choose acro on its own, depending on what suits their interests.

Can Acrobatics and Tumbling Support My Child's Ballet Classes?

Absolutely! Acrobatics and tumbling can be a wonderful complement to ballet, offering benefits that help young dancers develop strength, confidence and versatility. By practising tumbling skills and cartwheels, children build core strength, flexibility and body awareness, all of which directly support ballet technique, including balance, posture and controlled movement.

Acrobatics and tumbling also enhance a dancer’s agility and coordination, helping them move more confidently across the floor, execute turns and jumps with greater control, and explore dynamic shapes and transitions. Beyond the physical advantages, learning new skills in a safe environment encourages discipline, confidence and resilience, which can carry over into their ballet classes and performances.

For students who love creative movement, combining tumbling and acrobatics with ballet can broaden their movement vocabulary and allow them to bring expressive, artistic flair to their dance. When taught with care and tailored to their level, acrobatics and tumbling provide a fun and supportive way for children to strengthen their bodies, boost their confidence and enhance their overall dance experience.

Learn more about Ballet for Kids and our Ready Set Ballet program.

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Ready Set Acro supports physical development, builds confidence and helps children discover what their growing bodies can do, all in a fun, positive and imaginative environment.

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