There are many benefits of gymnastics. Extended participation in gymnastics classes provides children with many physical, cognitive and psychological benefits. Skills children gain from participation in gymnastics will continue benefiting them throughout their lives, no matter what sport they play or activity they participate in.
Physical Benefits
An increase in muscular strength, flexibility and endurance
An increase in both static and dynamic balance
The ability to relax
Correct body alignment while walking, standing, jumping etc.
The knowledge of how to fall and roll safely
Increased agility and coordination
Cognitive Benefits
Awareness of the body
Awareness of space and where the body is in it
Awareness of relationships: body parts to each other and the apparatus
Awareness of relationships with others
Psychological Benefits
The joy of movement mastery
Discipline and self control
The exercise habit as a pleasurable daily occurrence
A confident self image and a positive attitude towards their bodies
Trust in one's own abilities: move from a world of "I can't" to "I can"
