The YMCA of Greater Westfield has been a home to a Gymnastics Program since at least 1980. The program started out with one coach, a small team program and one class.

In 1988, Linda Wright was hired to Head Coach and since then the program has flourished. Bringing the gym new equipment, adding a larger Class Program to it's already established Team Program, the program grew. After over 10 years of working as the Head Coach and Program Director, Linda's reign culminated in hosting the largest competition in YMCA gymnastics, Regional Championships in 1997. Linda is still coaching for the program, teaching team, classes and beginner coaches.

"It is a joy to watch gymnasts discover and work to achieve their goals - Success is in the smiles!", Linda Wright

In 2003, her daughter, Megan Wright began as Program Director/Head Coach. Adding more Class & Team options and more time in the gym, the program has a team of over 40 gymnasts partnered with an extensive class program that offers something for everyone from ages 18 months-18 years! And as the program expands, so will the facility. The YMCA is now planning to offer a full time dedicated gym for the gymnastics program in the near future.

"My goal for this program is to give every little girl the passion, the will to work and push through hard times, the ability to overcome and succeed. Those traits stay with you for a life time." Megan Wright

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the Experience without the Expense: Westfield YMCA Gymnastics

At WYG, we offer a great place for young and older children to learn about fitness and a healthy lifestyle without the high expenses of some of those other gyms. From beginner gymnasts to advanced, kids just in it for fun or more serious competitors, we focus on your child's individual goals and abilities.

Our Class Program
Our Class Program is a great for children to try out gymnastics for the first time or to further their gymnasts training and skills in a fun, pressure free environment. We offer a class that's right for everyone, from toddlers ready to explore and young kids who love to swing on the monkey bars to older kids who want to try something fun & new! We believe everyone should be able to experience the gymnastics world, regardless of experience or income! Check out the YMCA's Financial Aid and Membership for All Programs.

Our Team Program
Our Team Program offers USA Gymnastics Program training with experienced coaches who have had many years of training and coaching experience. Most gyms don't allow their gymnasts to compete until Level 4 or 5. On our Team, gymnasts of in every Level and age have the opportunity to compete in regular season home & travel meets and USAG sanctioned and YMCA Championship competitions. Plus, Most of our regular season competitions are only $10 each! We believe everyone should be able to experience the gymnastics world, regardless of experience or income! Check out the YMCA's Financial Aid and Membership for All Programs.