ENTHUSIASTIC kids from Indigo Gymnastics recently attended the Albury Flyaway Invitational gymnastics competition held over the weekend of June 17 and 18, and came away with some good results and a bundle of trophies.

Indigo’s Level seven team made up of Saskia Heuperman, Kate Cunningham, Lola Mahoney and Lexi Cunningham came first overall.

This was a great achievement, as there were teams from Canberra, Melbourne, Shepparton, Griffith (NSW), and many others in attendance.

These girls also achieved several good placings in their individual events.

Indigo Gymnastics has been operating in Beechworth since 2018 and currently run extensive programs primarily for children of all ages and abilities.

In the past, they also held classes for adults and seniors that they hope to re-establish in the near future.

Head coach, Canadian-trained physiotherapist, Erin Machuk, outlined the various gymnastics classes that are on offer for children in the following age groups; 2-3 year olds, 4-5 year olds, 6-12 years olds (which get broken down by age and ability), pre-competitive classes and competitive classes.

Particularly popular is the dynamic and fun-filled parkour and obstacle course classes.

“Our philosophy is to promote kindness, quality and fun - our focus is on helping kids grow and to become well-rounded individuals,” Erin said.

“We aim to impart great skills, help our gymnasts to become stronger and to increase their flexibility.

“We also run private physiotherapy sessions in the gymnastics setting and a number of people use their NDIS funding for their children to access this quite unique service.

"It provides a great combination of gross motor skill development; it’s lots of fun, it teaches kids how to follow instructions, and to learn to wait for their turn and to increase overall fitness and strength.

“As the popularity of our club increases, and the need to expand our class offerings to adults and seniors in the near future grows, I am looking for another qualified coach to assist me in the development of Indigo Gymnastics and our members."

Erin can be contacted by email at indigogymnastics.com.