Watch Out for Ninjas!

KIPS Gymnastics (KIPS), home to tumblers, flippers, and balance beam artists from preschoolers to preteens, is hosting summer camps and programs designed to teach kids gymnastics on a smaller scale.

“We offer these camps as a way to introduce kids to gymnastics without a big commitment, so they can get a taste of it while having fun,” said Sadie Greenhagen, who has been coaching gymnastics at KIPS since 2022. “We just finished our Ninja Camp last week, which was offered to both of our age groups.

“Ninja Week focused on balance, big bar circuits, floor circuits, jumping, and wall climbing,” said Greenhagen. “As with all of our camps, we offered age appropriate lesson plans. For Ninja week, the kids made headbands, Ninja turtles, and tie-dyed t-shirts.”

During Ninja week, after learning basic skills, the children participated in timed races and were rewarded with a group photo posted on Facebook.

“The week went pretty well,” said Greenhagen. “I floated around and helped with the circuits. I had a lot of fun ideas, there were new obstacle courses, and all of the kids were having fun. It was a success. We had about 18 kids enrolled for the preschool age group.”

KIPS is owned by Christine Moss, who started out coaching her daughters into competitive gymnastics. Her daughters, Samantha Dyar and Kinzie Owens, continue the tradition of coaching at the gym. KIPS offers preschool classes Tuesday through Thursday, and Recreational classes Monday through Thursday. “I love starting my day with the little kids and then working with the older girls in the afternoon,” said Greenhagen. “I really love what I do.”

For more information, call 509-684-5138 or visit kipsgymnastics.net. KIPS Gymnastics is located at 465 W. 2^nd Ave., in Colville.