American Academy of Gymnastics, Inc.
280 Palatine Rd., Wheeling, IL 60090
847-459-8883 FAX 847-459-3658
FACILITY
Over 12,000 square feet of actual gymnasium work space with 7
trampolines, 2 loose foam pits, and all men's and women's Olympic
equipment. For waiting parents there is an enclosed 2nd floor viewing area.
STAFF
An all adult staff ( no high school aged teachers ) with an average
of over 15 years teaching experience headed by Leonard Isaacs,
Illinois USAG state director of education.
HISTORY
We started in Des Plaines in 1973 and moved to Wheeling in 1985.
AAG has developed many international gymnasts including 1992 U.S.
Olympian Chris Waller. We have also graduated gymnasts who have
cumulatively earned over $4 million in college scholarships.
We also train (in house) the Stevenson High School girls' team,
winner of four straight Illinois High School state championships.
PROGRAM EXPLANATION
Our primary teaching method involves using progressive skills
with minimal spotting. This method improves safety and confidence
while assuring fast and sure learning. We encourage development of
listening as well as observing skills so as to enhance learning speed.
Pre-school class sizes are 7 or 8 children per teacher; older
classes have 10 students per instructor. We encourage extra
work on strength and flexibility with proper supervision.
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