About Us
Gymfest was designed with the student in mind, to provide a safe, educational gymnastic environment and positive learning experiences for each child. Our carefully selected staff provides a caring attitude that encourages the student to acquire overall physical fitness, poise, confidence and self-discipline. Our state of the art facility is fully equipped with multiple sets of men's and women's USAG approved.
Follow-Me
Follow-me is for girls and boys who can walk up to the age of 3 accompanied by the parents. Our 45 minute program provides parents with the opportunity to stimulate their child's early physical development. Active parent participation enhances the development of balance, coordination, and self-confidence in a supportive environment. Be ready to exercise!
Pre-School
The 45 minute movement and exploration class is for boys and girls 3-4 years old. The class incorporates gymnastic equipment and specifically designed stations to enhance a safe and controlled environment.
Kindergarten
This one hour class gives boys and girls 4-5 years old an introduction to the basic skills on each piece of apparatus. Through the use of small groups and a well-defined progression the students learn skills necessary to prepare themselves for their progression to the next level.
Boy's Strength & Conditioning
This 60 minute class teaches boys 6 years old and up developmentally appropriate activities designed to each student's needs. There will be instruction in all Olympic events.
Boy's Instructional
This 90 minute class teaches boys 6 years old and up developmentally appropriate activities designed to each student's needs. There will be instruction in all Olympic events.
Girl's Instructional
This 90 minute class teaches girls 6 years old and up developmentally appropriate activities designed to each student's needs. There will be instruction in all Olympic events.
Boys' Team
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Boys' PreTeam
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Boys' Developmental Team
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Boys' Competitive Team
Team
Team members are selected yearly based upon skill level, competitive and future potential as well as his/her willingness to make a serious commitment required. The time commitment will vary in order to meet the needs of the gymnast's level. However, all team commitments are for the entire year. Please see one of the Team Coaches for more information.
Girl's Team
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Girls' PreTeam
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Girls' Developmental Team
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Girls' Competitive Teams
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Girls' Xcel Team
Open Gym
Student Open Gym
Ages 6-13 or students currently enrolled in a Kindergarten Class.
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fall, Winter, Spring on Saturday Night
Summer on Friday Night
$7/visit member
$12/visit non-member
Adult Open Gym
Ages 13-23
All Seasons on Wednesday
8:30 pm - 10:00 pm
$7/visit member
$12/visit non-member
Birthday Parties
Available on Sundays
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The cost is $125 deposit and then the day of the party $5 per child minus the birthday child. Birthday invitations/waivers will be supplied by Gymfest.
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Our Directors
Stephanie Pickard
Owner/Director
-Team Coach & Class Instructor
-Wahconah Regional High School Graduate
-26 Years of Gymnastics Experience
-7 Town Gymnastics Team - 4 Years
-Berkshire Gymnastics Team - 3 Years
-D.C. Stars Gymnastics - 3 Years
-USA Gymnastics Safety Certified
-USAG Gymnastics Professional Membership Award
Brian Pickard
Owner/Director
Owner & Athletic Trainer - Timeless Training
-More info @ www.timelesstraining.net
-Head Coach XCEL Platinum, Women’s Compulsory Teams & Optional Team
-Berkshire Community College Graduate - 17 Years of Training
-Fitness Director - Lenox Fitness Center - 2005-2013
-Teacher in Exercise Science - Berkshire Community College - 2007 - Present
-Head Coach & Assistant Coach - Women's Competitive Gymnastics - 2010 - -Present
-Regional & National USAG presenter - 2012 - Present
Erica Keller
Girls’ Team Program Director
Team Coach
Erica has been with Gymfest since its beginning in 1994. She has over 32 years of gymnastic experience as both a coach and a competitor and has coached many State, Regional a National Champions.
Robin Hathaway
Follow-Me, Preschool & Kindergarten Director
Robin is one of our original employees who brings to us over 32 years of gymnastic experience. Miss Robin, as she is known to her students is the backbone of our Follow-Me, Preschool and Kindergarten Programs.
David Bradley
Boys’ Team Coach & Class Instructor
David has over 20 years of gymnastic experience as both a coach and competitor. He has been an instructor at the Gymfest for over 6 years and has coached several State and Regional Champions.
Brittany Gingras
XCEL Gold Head Coach, Asst. Women’s Coach, Team Conditioning Coach & Class Instructor
-Westfield State College Graduate
-Northeastern University 2015-2019
-22 Years of Gymnastics Experience
-3 Years Personal Training Experience
-Gymfest Class Instructor Since 2005
-Coaching Since 2014
Tasha M. Jones
Head Coach XCEL Silver, Assistant Women’s Coach & Class Instructor
Tasha is a 2010 Westfield State College graduate and has over 21 years gymnastic experience as both a coach and a competitor. She has been a coach at THE GYMFEST since 2010 and has coached several State Champions.
Melanie Counsell
Girls’ Assistant Team Coach
Melanie has over 20 years of gymnastic experience as a coach and competitor. She has been an instructor at THE GYMFEST since 2004. Melanie has coached many State Champions.
Matt Kelley
Girls’ Assistant Team Coach
Matt has over 20 years of gymnastic experience as a coach and competitor. He has been an instructor at THE GYMFEST since 2004. Matt has coached many State Champions.