2023 - 2024 Gymcat Team Levels*

*All levels/teams are invite only.
For more information, please reach out to our gymnastics directors.


Compulsory Development Program 

Gymkittens/Level 2 - This is the first level for our team and is a compulsory level of competition, meaning that all gymnasts perform a set routine by USAG on the four events. Gymnast will compete in two YMCA League meets plus League championships in March and YMCA State Championships in April if they qualify. Gymkittens train 3 hours total per week and is a year-round sport. 

Level 3, Level 4 & Level 5 - This is a compulsory level of competition, meaning that all gymnasts perform a set routine by USAG on the events. Gymnasts will compete in four YMCA League meets plus YMCA League championship in March and YMCA State Championships only if they qualify. Level 3’s train six hours a week, and Level 4’s and 5’s train eight hours a week all year long. 


Optional Development Program 

Level 6, Level 7, Level 8 & Level 9 - This is an optional only level, meaning that the gymnast and their coach create routines using specific guidelines from USAG for that particular level and appropriate skill from the USAG Code of Points. Gymnasts will compete in four YMCA League meets plus League Championships in March and YMCA State Championship and Nationals if they qualify. We also have implemented two USAG Club Invitationals throughout the competitive season. Optional Level Gymnasts train nine hours per week, all year round.   


XCEL Program 

This level is a transitional level for gymnasts who struggle with some of the requirements/skills of the Development Program. One of the main purposes of this level is to keep gymnasts included in the great sport of gymnastics and all the great things this sport can offer such as confidence, physical fitness, and discipline. XCEL has different tiers. We offer, Silver, Gold, Platinum & Diamond, with a gymnast mobilizing through as she learns more skills. XCEL Gymnasts will compete in four YMCA League Meets plus League Championships in March and YMCA State Championship in April if they qualify. Platinum and Diamond will attend Nationals, if they qualify for the National Event.