Welcome

We are absolutely thrilled to have your son or daughter with us for gymnastics classes at Newton Prep!

Our classes will give pupils the opportunity to develop their strength, flexibility, coordination and gymnastics technique within a positive, encouraging environment.

Whether your child already loves gymnastics or is joining a class for the very first time, we want every pupil to feel welcome, confident and excited to take part.

Below is some important information so that everyone arrives ready to move, learn and have fun.

What to bring

Please ensure your child arrives to every class with:

  • A named full water bottle
  • A leotard (+ optional shorts) or suitable stretchy fitted clothing
  • Hair ideally in a bun - at a minimum long hair tied securely away from the face

Please label all clothing and personal belongings clearly with your child’s name.

Why does the correct clothing matter?

Suitable gymnastics clothing helps to:

  • Keep children safe
  • Let our team see body alignment and technique clearly
  • Give feedback to help improve movements accurately
  • Help every child progress
  • Ensure children get the most from every class

Thank you for helping us keep our gymnastics classes safe, comfortable and enjoyable for every child.

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    What should my child wear?

    Where possible, we recommend that children wear a gymnastics leotard with optional shorts.

    Alternatively, children may wear:

    • Close-fitting, stretchy leggings or shorts
    • A fitted vest or sports top
    • Bare feet, unless otherwise advised by the teacher

    Clothing should be comfortable, stretchy and allow children to move freely and safely. You can purchase the leotard above directly from us.

    UNIFORM

  • What should my child avoid wearing?

    For safety, children should not take part wearing:

    • Dresses or skirts
    • Jeans or other restrictive clothing
    • Loose or oversized tops
    • Tights with feet
    • Jewellery, watches or large hair accessories

    Hair must be tied back securely before the class begins, ideally in a bun.

  • What to Bring

    Please make sure your child brings:

    • A clearly named water bottle
    • Any necessary medical items, such as an inhaler
    • Hair ties

    Please ensure that all clothing and belongings are clearly labelled with your child’s name.

A Happy and Safe Class

Our classes celebrate effort, progress and perseverance. Children will be encouraged to challenge themselves safely, support one another and feel proud of every new skill they achieve.

Meet Dakodas

Dakodas provides high-quality dance, gymnastics and performing arts education for children across London.

Our teaching is founded on excellence and kindness. Alongside developing strong physical technique, we aim to nurture confidence, creativity, resilience and a genuine love of learning.

DISCOVER MORE ABOUT DAKODAS

Thank you for helping your child arrive prepared for class. We are delighted to a part of the Newton Prep community.

See you in class!

The Dakodas Team