John Shiveley's home town is Seattle, Washington. John attended Garfield High School, and graduated in 1993. John has a vast history with gymnastics, both as a competitor and as a coach. From 1984-89 he was part of the SGA Boys program and team member, and between 1989 and 1992 he was a CEG team member. John was the Washington State All-Around champion in 1990, and the Washington State AA champion again in 1991. When asked what his favorite part of coaching is John writes, "Kids are great-they keep me young!" John considers his greatest achievement as having 4 Washington State All-Around champions and 3 State team titles in 2000. Optional Coach of the Year in Washington State 1998 & 2004. USA National Team Coach 1999 & 2000.
Seattle Gymnastics Academy has a strong and growing Boys Program in both the morning and afternoon. In addition to our recently added preschool age classes, we provide a range of classes for new school-age gymnasts and those progressing all the way to team competition. Discuss your son's placement or advancment, contact John at 206-362-7447 X 108.
Beginning Gymnastics- The goal of our Trompers, Sparks and Stars classes is to help introduce the boys to gymnastics, while giving them a fun, safe learning environment. The basic skills will help them develop gymnastics strength and improve their coordination and flexibility.
Boys Trompers, Day: (3-4 yrs. beginner) a 45-minute class for young gymnasts to develop refined motor skills, strength and flexibility for advanced gymnastics skills such as the handstand and cartwheel.
Boys Sparks: (4-5 yrs. beginner) a 60-minute introductory boys gymnastics class with focus on proper skill progression and fundamental strength development. Instructor advancement. These classes are offered in the mornings and afternoons.
Boys Stars: (6-9 yrs. beginner) a 60-minute introductory boys gymnastics class with focus on proper skill progression and fundamental strength development. Instructor advancement.
Recreational Gymnastics Path- Our classes for boys age 8- 14 strive to increase boys' strength and agility through active, FUN classes. We wish to not only teach these boys great gymnastics skills, but to enrich them through their participation here. Our goal for this age is to promote to kids and parents that Gymnastics can be an integral part of a healthy, active lifestyle or a strong complement to other Sports.
Boys Novas: (6+ yrs. adv. beginner) a 60-minute boys gymnastics class focusing on skill development and increased strength goals.
Boys Giants: (intermediate) a 60-minute class of our highest recreational level, focusing on advanced skill development for talented boys.
Boys -- Tumbling: (beginning and intermediate; 6+ yrs.) a 90-minute class that provides a place for boys to focus on tumbling and flipping in a safe environment.
Competitive Gymnastics Path- The SGA Boys' team is selected as boys move up in ablility and desire more structured training. Boys are generally chosen from Beginning Gymnastics classes.
Boys Rockets: (pre-team) a 60-minute advanced class that begins training and preparation for team. Rockets meet twice a week Testing required for entry.
Boys Competitive Team: trains up to 4-hours four times a week that trains and participates in USA Gymnastics junior Olympic competitions. These boys travel to Gymnastics meets around a five-state region (Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, Alaska)
Last Updated 8/22/08 LJH