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Power Tots, Inc. and the Benefit of Children's Gymnastics

Power Tots, Inc. and the Benefit of Children's Gymnastics

Power Tots, Inc. and the Benefit of Children's Gymnastics

Posted: 28 Jan 2011 01:39 AM PST

Washington, DC (Vocus/PRWEB) January 28, 2011

Children can benefit from gymnastics in more ways than one might expect. According to the article "What Are the Benefits of Gymnastics for Kids" on Livestrong's website, organized sports such as gymnastics provide a chance for young people to not only develop physically, but socially and mentally as well. Gymnastics is one of the most comprehensive lifestyle exercise programs available to children, as it incorporates strength and flexibility with speed, balance, coordination, power, focus, and discipline. The skills learned in gymnastics can benefit a child's overall development, leading to a more balanced and healthy adolesence and adulthood.

Power Tots, Inc. is one Maryland-based company that is leading the pack when it comes to offering gymnastics (as well as dance and yoga programs) for children 18 months to 12 years of age at preschools, daycare facilities, elementary schools, parks and recreation departments, or any venue where children are gathered throughout Maryland, D.C., and Northern Virginia. In addition to the general health benefits gained from gymnastics programs like the ones that Power Tots, Inc. has to offer, partaking in gymnastics can offer other benefits for children such as better sleep and skills to better handle physical and emotional challenges in life. Gymnastics classes also provide young children with the opportunity to communicate with people their own age, work within a team, and engage with adults. Per Livestrong's article, The Gymnastics Academy of Boston says that they believe gymnastics "gives children an opportunity to learn about social skills like listening, following directions, taking turns, being quiet, and respecting others. Children also have fun, meet new friends, and learn independence."

English Gymnastics also details in the article that participation in gymnastics "develops body awareness, control, and coordination," which can be beneficial to other physical activities, sports, and in everyday life. And according to the International Gymnastics School, which also offers insight to Livestrong's article, "gymnasts get stronger through regular training, which aids in the development of lean, toned muscles, improved balance, and better posture."

Gymnastics can also help children overcome obstacles in school. According to a newsletter from the United States Elite Coaches Association for Women's Gymnastics (USECA), studies show that children learn cognitive skills more effectively in an environment that includes the body as well as the mind. Gymnastics and early childhood movement education is directly attributed to developing neurological pathways in students and promoting reading readiness. USECA says that "children who have participated in movement education activities have longer attention spans, increased communication skills, general problem solving skills and improved self-esteem." Kelly Sorenson, owner and director of Power Tots, Inc. says, "While the children feel like they are playing in gymnastics class, they are actually developing skills that will help them later in life in school and even as an adult."

Livestrong's article maintains that the challenging nature of gymnastics requires commitment and concentration, and that the structure of gymnastics lessons teaches children how hard work and dedication pay off. Positive experiences in gymnastics can build confidence through achievement while illustrating to children that their commitment truly benefits their lives. In addition, codes of conduct in gymnastics help children learn the importance of rules for safety and teach respect toward others. Power Tots, Inc. upholds all of these ideas and practices through their personal mantra, "Believe in the Power of a Positive Attitude!"

For more information on gymnastics or Power Tots, Inc., please visit http://www.powertotsinc.com.


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