Competitive Team

Competitive Gymnastics Evaluations for the 2026-2027 Season
Interested in joining the Arlington Aerials or Arlington Tigers? We're happy to schedule an evaluation for your athlete!
Please email our Competitive Teams at gymnasticsteams@arlingtonva.us.

Competitive Gymnastics Teams are offered and administered by Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation at the Barcroft Sports and Fitness Center. Coaches and staff of the program are employees of the Department of Parks and Recreation. The teams compete between December and May each year (the regular season). Tryouts are held in the Spring each year based on availability of space and staffing. The links below will take you to the respective team websites which are managed by the parent booster organizations.

Arlington Aerials Gymnastics (Girls)

The team includes girls pre-team and USA Gymnastics (USAG) Developmental Program Compulsory levels 3 through 5, Optional levels 6 through 10, and USAG Xcel levels Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond. Learn more.

Arlington Tigers Gymnastics (Boys)

The team includes boys pre-team and USA Gymnastics (USAG) Compulsory levels 3 through 6, Optional levels 8 through 10, and Club levels, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. Learn more.

Interested in Participating?  

Here are some things to consider!

  • A few larger considerations in level placement are - 
    • Teachability - how well does your athlete receive instruction and corrections for concepts and skills
    • Commitment - patience (trusting the process) and dedication are important to the longevity and success of athletes in competitive gymnastics given a year-round training schedule
  • Other important criteria include - 
    • Sportsmanship
    • Perseverance
    • Strength
    • Flexibility
    • Attendance
  • Mental Toughness - 
    • Does your athlete respond well to positive criticism? Competitive gymnastics focuses on major and minor details in the performance of skills and routines. Athlete's ability to respond positively to corrections is critical to their success.
  • Competitive Gymnastics is a year-round sport - 
    • Athletes train 12-months out of the year, with roughly 4 of those months being the competitive season (unless in a pre-competitive level). Strong attendance has a direct correlation to athletes' safe training and competitive success.
  • Competitive Gymnastics is an incredibly rewarding sport that aids each athlete in personal, emotional, and physical growth as well as overcoming challenges, comradery, and competitive spirit. We strive to provide an environment where athletes can grow to be well-rounded individuals who also succeed in a rigorous competitive environment.
 
Competitive Teams Handbook

View Handbook(PDF, 438KB)

Interested in the Aerials or Tigers teams? Please reach out to our Gymnastics Program Supervisor, Alexander Asante-Dean, at aasante-dean@arlingtonva.us or 703-228-3618.

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