

UMO School Fall Youth Classes
September 15 - December 11
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Youth Aerial

Aerial Tumblers​
with Emma & Fen
In Aerial Tumblers, we'll work towards gaining the body awareness, focus, and behavior required to move on to a higher level tumbling or aerial class. We will also work on strengthening basic shapes like hollow body and plank, and developing some active flexibility while beginning awareness on the tissue and sling aerial apparatus in a fun class environment.
Wednesdays 5:15 PM

Aerial Creative Movers
with Sierra & Fen
In Aerial Creative Movers, students will develop body awareness, focus, and confidence to continue with aerial or movement training at a higher level. Students will engage in play-based exploration of creative movement concepts such as shape, pathway, and tempo. They will develop strength, active flexibility, coordination, and balance through age-appropriate instruction in ground and aerial skills and drills, including an introduction to tissue, sling, and dance trapeze.
Mondays 5:15 PM

Aerial Intro A
with Sierra & Fen/Ava
This class will start students on the basics of aerial sling and tissue. Students will learn to climb, do foot keys and develop the proper body form to build strength to climb and do tricks in the air. Students need to be good listeners and have a good sense of focus for this class in order to safely learn aerial. This course has two sections with class once a week. Prerequisite: Aerial Tumblers.
Tuesdays | Thursdays 4:15 PM

Aerial Intro B
with Sierra & Fen/Ava
In Aerial Intro B we will start learning foundational skills on the fabric and sling while building strength, flexibility and body awareness. Each class will begin with a ground warmup that will include some conditioning drills like plank and hollow body, followed by a warmup on the apparatus before learning skills in the air. In this class you will learn to hang, invert and climb as well as some fun poses on the fabric and sling. Returning Intro students that demonstrate focus in class will have the option to move to Aerial 1 for the next session. This course has two sections with class once a week. Prerequisite: at least one session of Aerial Intro A
Mondays | Wednesday 4:15 PM

Aerial Intro Teen
with Sierra
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Mondays 3:15 PM

Aerial 1
with Jen & Ava
In this Aerial 1 session we will continue to build on the skills we learned in Aerial Intro and will include a more challenging warm up routine. There will be greater focus on proper technique as you move through sequences with grace and control.
Tuesday 5:15 PM

Aerial 1.5
with Emma / Jen &Ava
In Aerial 1.5 students will continue to build strength and flexibility while expanding their aerial vocabulary. Aerial 1.5 also provides a second class option for both Aerial 1 and Aerial 2 students to continue to work on their skills and endurance. This course has two sections with class once a week. Prerequisite: Aerial Intro and Aerial 1, or by instructor permission.
Mondays | Wednesdays 5:15 PM

Aerial 2
with Jen & Ava
Aerial 2 continues to build strength and flexibility while expanding the tricks students will be able to learn, including intro to new apparatus. Prerequisites: Aerial Intro and Aerial 1, or by instructor permission. Both days are included in this class.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:15

Aerial 2.5
with Emma / Jen
Aerial 2.5 is for Aerial 2 and Aerial 3 students interested in building their aerial skills. In this session we will continue to expand on our existing skills while focusing on strength, technique and building endurance in the air. 2 classes are required at this level Mon and Wed. Prerequisites: Aerial 1 and Aerial 2, or by instructor permission.
Mondays & Wednesdays 4:15 PM

Aerial 3 - Performance
with Jen / Emma
Aerial 3/Performance is designed for the most advanced and committed aerial students who are interested in advancing to professional aerial performance work. Aerial 3 is for serious aerial students, building on their existing skills and adding more challenging skills and experimenting with new apparatus. This class requires a 3 day/week commitment, however 4 days is encouraged. Open Gym is held Wednesday from 3:15pm-4:15pm and is included as open training time as well as a make-up day in case of absence. Students are encouraged to work and master at least one apparatus, build a routine(s) and work toward an end of session performance. This level will also train students to perform at professional gigs. This level is not for everyone! Students who are not ready for this level of commitment can stay in Aerial 2.5 and continue to enjoy and learn advanced aerial skills.
Mondays - Thursdays 3:15 PM *Wednesday is Open Gym

Strength & Flexibility
with Jen
In this class we will be learning how to stretch safely using both passive and active progression stretches. We will alternate between flexibility and strength training, when our muscles are both strong and flexible we protect our joints and increase our range of motion. This class is for anyone looking to gain more flexibility.
Thursdays 5:15 PM (8 weeks)

Private Aerial Lessons
with Jen
Book a 1-on-1 lesson with professional aerialist Coach Jen!
By appointment.
Youth Parkour & Acro Gymnastics

Parkour Games
with Abraham
Students will work on the foundations of parkour through a series of fun games and obstacle courses combined with basic parkour moves and free-running. Bring loose clothing and lots of energy!
Tuesdays 4:30 PM

Parkour Basics & Games
with Abraham
Designed for students who are old enough to progress to basics, but still enjoy parkour games! Students will learn the foundational movements of parkour through a series of fun games and obstacle courses. These games teach safe movement techniques while helping students develop strong social emotional skills of cooperation, teamwork and leadership. In parkour games and basics students develop balance, strength, discipline, self confidence, and leadership. Bring loose clothing and be prepared for a fun challenge!
Mondays 4:30 PM

Parkour Basics & Tricks
with Abraham
In this class we will cover basic Parkour moves and freerunning tricks. Students will learn a variety of techniques and movements and apply them in games, challenges and obstacle courses. In parkour students develop balance, strength, discipline, self confidence, leadership, and overcome fears & limitations. Bring loose clothing and be prepared to move!
Mondays 3:30 PM

Parkour - Intermediate
with Abraham
In this class we will build on fundamental parkour techniques to develop the students as well-rounded parkour athletes. Students can expect to apply the skills they have learned in more complicated situations as well as learning new, more advanced parkour movements. This class should be an enjoyable challenge for students looking to go beyond the basic parkour class. Prerequisites: instructor permission required; one year of UMO Parkour classes, or other advanced movement experience is needed.
Mondays 5:30 PM

Partner Acro 1
with Emma & Fen
We will work on acrobatic foundations of handstand and tumbling, while engaging in a fun, playful environment. Every class will include strengthening basic shapes like hollow body and plank, and working on fundamental skills such as cartwheels, handstands, forward and backward rolls and continuing with complex floor routines.
Wednesdays 4:15 PM

Partner Acro 2
with Emma & Fen
We will build the fundamentals of handstands in this class. We will cover techniques of mat acrobatics, build strength and flexibility and begin to focus these skills toward partner acro. Prerequisite: Acro Gymnastics 1 and 2, or by instructor permission.
Wednesdays 3:15 PM
Youth Martial Arts
& Skateboarding

Strength Training
with Axel
NEW THIS TERM! This class pairs with and compliments every discipline at UMO School. By using the body as resistance, students will be guided in building strength, endurance, flexibility, and conditioning. We encourage all age-appropriate students to add this class to their schedule.
Tuesdays 5:30 PM

Kickboxing Workout
with Axel
Taught by certified kickboxing instructor Axel Sullivan, students will explore kickboxing moves in a fun workout atmosphere, designed for middle and high school students. Students are welcome to DROP IN FOR FREE! They just need to register and sign the waiver in order to participate. This class is offered in partnership with ORBIT Youth Space.
Tuesdays 3:15 PM

Jiu-Jitsu & Judo - Beginning
with Sean & Bobby
UMO School and the Vashon Grappling Club are partnering to offer Japanese Judo and Brazilian jiu jitsu. These kindred gentle martial arts will help young students learn confidence, patience, perseverance, kinesthetic awareness, and martial skills. The goal of these sports is to encourage your opponent into surrender using techniques of leverage, holds and throws. Classes will consist of warm-ups and conditioning, technical instruction and practice (throws or take-downs, submissions and defenses), randori (free sparring), and games. The course will be taught by club instructors, Sean Lang and Bobby Dodd. Younger and beginning students should attend this class designed for 5-7 yr olds. Families registered for this class may also attend Open Mat time on Saturdays at 10:00am.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00 PM

Jiu-Jitsu & Judo 8-11
with Sean & Bobby
UMO School and the Vashon Grappling Club are partnering to offer Japanese Judo and Brazilian jiu jitsu. These kindred gentle martial arts will help young students learn confidence, patience, perseverance, kinesthetic awareness, and martial skills. The goal of these sports is to encourage your opponent into surrender using techniques of leverage, holds and throws. Classes will consist of warm-ups and conditioning, technical instruction and practice (throws or take-downs, submissions and defenses), randori (free sparring), and games. The course will be taught by club instructors, Sean Lang and Bobby Dodd. Continuing and beginning students ages 8-11 yrs old should attend this class. Families registered for this class may also attend Open Mat time on Saturdays at 10:00am.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00 PM

Jiu-Jitsu & Judo - Continuing
with Sean
UMO School and the Vashon Grappling Club are partnering to offer Japanese Judo and Brazilian jiu jitsu. These kindred gentle martial arts will help young students learn confidence, patience, perseverance, kinesthetic awareness, and martial skills. The goal of these sports is to encourage your opponent into surrender using techniques of leverage, holds and throws. Classes will consist of warm-ups and conditioning, technical instruction and practice (throws or take-downs, submissions and defenses), randori (free sparring), and games. The course will be taught by club instructors, Sean Lang and Bobby Dodd. Continuing students ages 11 and older should attend this class, or upon instructors approval. Families registered for this class may also attend Open Mat time on Saturdays at 10:00am.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00 PM

Skateboarding Basics
with Bobby
In this class, students will learn the basics of skateboarding with master skateboarder Bobby Dodd, including balance, falls, and keeping steady. Beginners welcome! Class will be held inside or outside, depending on the weather. A board, helmet, and closed-toe shoes are required. Please reach out if you need help sourcing this equipment.
Wednesdays 5:15 PM