Pinnacle Gymnastics in 3-D: Observations from a Mother, Coach, and Business Owner

Trying to figure out how to get active with the family without making them feel like you are forcing them to do so? Here are some family-friendly...

Having a healthy work-life balance is more important today than ever. The availability and popularity of Zoom and other video conferencing software...

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Did you know that the routines in 2021 are new for all the compulsory levels? Every eight years brings new floor and beam choreography, floor music,...

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There are so many things you should be thinking about when it comes to making the right choices to improve family fitness and well-being. This can be...

Dear Simone Biles As a coach, I want to thank you for being a great role model for my athletes.

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Wow, the school year of 2020-2021 was quite a ride! I am sure I speak for teachers everywhere when I say that this will be a year that I will never...

Play based preschool is quickly becoming the new way of the future. This fun, interactive way of learning has been slowly becoming more popular...

Pullovers are one of those basic gymnastics skills that look like they should be super simple to learn (see also: cartwheels and backward rolls), but...

Achilles “tendonitis” is a common complaint in athletes. With limited blood supply compared to other tendons, and its job (handling the load between...

Starting a new class or joining a new team or group can be overwhelming, especially if you do not already know someone who is on the team or in the...

As parents, we've all been there with our children, trying to keep them engaged and listening. And sometimes, it can naturally get frustrating. The...

As a preschool parent, hopefully you are bombarded every week with lots of different and unique art projects coming home from your child's preschool...

Does your daughter want to experience gymnastics competitions and learn routines? Check out Pinnacle's new Recreational In House Team!

We are very excited to announce that new changes are coming your way on June 1st! We are revamping our Advanced Recreational classes to improve our...

Graduation season is upon us and it seems that all grades seem to have a celebration. While this may feel like a bit of an overload, the preschool...

Every year we receive many questions and inquiries about our competitive team options. At Pinnacle we offer USAG's Development Program Levels 3-10...

We are so grateful that we were able to have a competitive season. Last year ended without State and Regional meets and it made us appreciate this...

Join us for a fun Preschool Party Camp each week! Our Preschool Parties are the perfect Activities for Kids Kansas City offering the right balance of...

Welcome to the 2020's and the fast paced world of...NOW. Everyone who's anyone knows that our world and day-to-day lives can be busy and sometimes...

Rest days are important for any type of athlete. Getting the adequate amount of rest time on a recovery day allows the body to adapt to the previous...

Often parents ask me what are some easy, effective ways to teach their preschooler. These parents are looking for a quick, simple way to help their...

Sight words are that next big step for your child to learn to read. After mastering their letters, it is the next logical step for your five or six...

The backward roll is one of the most recognizable beginner gymnastics skills. It is also one of the skills that really tends to psych people out. I’m...

Fear is a common feeling in gymnastics. It is both expected and appropriate at times. In fact, as gymnasts progress through the levels fear, helps to...

Seeing your child succeed on the field or court is by far one of the best feelings as a parent. As children age, some get stronger and some take...

As a mother of three children, I've dealt with my fair share of sibling rivalry in my home. Having my first two children close to 3 years apart and...

Regardless of whatlevel you are there are many ways to use a floor bar at home. There are not only many bar drills that can be done, but there are...

Winter is one of my favorite seasons. I love bundling up my family and going outside to play or for a brisk walk. It’s even better when it snows! I...

Playing a board game with your preschooler can not only be fun, but it can also teach many character traits without even trying. Check out these five...

With winter weather here and kiddos spending more time indoors, this is the perfect time to introduce STEM activities to your preschooler. STEM is...

Our family has made the MLK Day of Service a tradition in our home. This year, social distancing has made it harder to venture out for service...

Character education has become a corner stone in preschool development. Families and teachers continue to realize how important the preschool years...

Let's face it, single-use plastic is all around our homes. The largest culprits are likely our kitchens and bathrooms. Plastic provides many amazing...

2020 has been a year to remember to say the least! As the holidays approach, now is the best time to put our gift giving to work for others as well...

Your kids will be out of school before you know it! Prepare for their time off by signing up for Winter Break camps at Pinnacle. Winter Break camps...

We are so excited to announce that our 2nd annual Character Day will be presented in a digital format this year! Please take a look at the character...

A strong immune system is critical especially during a time like now. It reduces chances of catching those seasonal bugs as well as common colds. But...

Fingers crossed, our kids will be heading back to the classroom at some point in the near future and masks will be a staple for in-person learning....

Can you believe we are already halfway through August 2020? It has been one crazy year, but Pinnacle is excited to be able to offer some extra camps...

Life in 2020 has been a whirlwind and again we are having to adapt to our every changing world. As more research continues to come out from the CDC,...

As parents, we all know the advantages of having your child participate in an activity or sport. As long as children are not overbooked,...

Xcel Bronze is a USA Gymnastics competitive level. It allows gymnasts to showcase their skills on a competitive level against other USAG gym clubs in...

It may be easy to identify and meet your teen's physical needs like adequate sleep, healthy food and a warm coat for winter, but emotional needs may...

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