named programs · 12 · from sources
What they call their work
Advanced Diamonds
Ninety-minute weekly invitational class for girls 7 years and up focusing on advanced gymnastics skills
Bears
Hour-long weekly class for 5-6 year old girls teaching gymnastics fundamentals, coordination, and listening skills
Diamonds
Hour-long weekly class for girls 7 years and up teaching beginning gymnastics fundamentals with dance and related activities
Family Fun Days
Periodic events offering 90 minutes of family-friendly activities, games, and inflatable play for all ages
Field Trips
Program for community groups and schools to visit the center for physical activity, scout badges, or recreational events
Kids R Special
45-minute weekly class for children with special needs focusing on physical activity, socialization, and coordination with individualized goals
Lions
Half-hour weekly class for 1-2 year olds (walking) with parent participation to prepare for preschool through gymnastics activities
Private Lessons
One-on-one instruction sessions of 30, 45, or 60 minutes for skill development in gymnastics or related activities
Summer Fun Weeks
Themed weekly programs for school-age children (ages 3-12) offering full-day activities combining gymnastics and imaginative play
Tigers
Forty-five minute weekly class for 3-4 year olds focusing on coordination, muscular development, attention span, and following directions
Tornadoes
Hour-long weekly class for boys 5 years and up introducing beginning gymnastics fundamentals using all equipment
Tumbling for Cheer & Dance
Hour-long class for ages 6 and up to learn or improve tumbling skills for cheerleading, dance, or general interest
activities · 10 groups
What they do
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Competitive & Instructional Gymnastics Programs 3 activities
- Operating competitive and precompetitive gymnastics programsRuns the S.T.A.R.S. precompetitive program for children with demonstrated ability, focusing on developing flexibility, strength, endurance, and discipline. Also offers advanced gymnastics classes by invitation for girls aged 7 and up.
- Providing private lessons and skill-specific clinicsOffers private gymnastics lessons in 30, 45, and 60-minute sessions for individuals to learn new skills. Conducts periodic skill-specific clinics focused on gymnastics apparatus or techniques for individuals or designated groups.
- Providing structured gymnastics classes for children by age and skill levelOffers weekly gymnastics classes tailored to specific age groups and developmental stages, including parent-accompanied classes for 1–2 year olds, coordination-focused classes for 3–4 year olds, fundamental skill development for 5–6 year olds, and full-equipment training for girls and boys aged 7 and up. Advanced classes are offered by invitation for girls aged 7+.
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Adaptive Sports Programs 1 activity
- Delivering specialized programs for children with special needsProvides weekly 45-minute gymnastics classes for children with special needs, featuring individualized activities designed to support physical development, socialization, and coordination.
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Children's Themed Birthday Parties 1 activity
- Hosting children's parties and inflatable rentalsHosts children's parties featuring 60 minutes of gym activities followed by 30 minutes for eating and presents, priced at $125 for up to 8 children. Offers inflatable rentals at incremental pricing and requires a $25 non-refundable deposit to confirm booking.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Hosting field trips for schools and community groupsHosts field trips for external organizations such as Head Start and Franziska Racker Center, as well as schools and Scout groups, to support physical activity and help participants achieve program goals like earning badges.
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Children's Play and Motor Development Spaces 1 activity
- Hosting open gym and drop-in sessionsProvides weekly open gym sessions for children aged 1–6 (with parental presence), individuals aged 5 and up, and planned fall sessions for children aged 6 and up. Also offers weekly Lollipop Kids open gym for ages 1–5 and drop-in tumbling sessions for children aged 6 and up.
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Ballet and Dance Education Programs 1 activity
- Offering dance instruction and recitalsProvides weekly dance classes for children ages 3 and up, including beginner through advanced levels, combining ballet, jazz, tap, and lyrical styles, with competitive focus at higher levels. Hosts an annual dance recital each year.
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Martial Arts Instruction and Training 1 activity
- Offering martial arts and blended fitness programsProvides school-year Taekwon-do classes for children and adults, with rolling enrollment. Offers a weekly blended martial arts and calisthenics program for 5–6 year olds to build confidence and prepare for athletic activities.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organizing family events and community engagement activitiesHosts Family Fun Days multiple times per year, offering 90 minutes of games, activities, and access to inflatables for families. Also hosts an annual golf tournament as a major fundraiser.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Running summer programs and themed activity weeksOperates summer programming from July 6 to August 28, 2026, including themed weeks for school-age children (5+) and Munchkin Fun Weeks for ages 3–4, with structured gymnastics, play, and themed activities. Also offers summer gymnastics classes and a 4-week progressive dance technique workshop.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Providing tumbling and ninja/parkour skills trainingOffers weekly tumbling classes for dancers, cheerleaders, and others aged 6 and up, as well as drop-in sessions. Also provides ninja and parkour skills classes for children aged 5 and up, including a Little Ninja program for ages 4–6, using gymnastics equipment to build coordination, flexibility, and mental stamina.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$401K
Contributions & grants$120K30%
Program service revenue$257K64%
Investment income$660%
Other revenue$24K
expenses
Total expenses$303K
Program expenses76%
Admin / overhead21%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$177K
Grants paid out$6K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$409K
Cash$131K
Investments$0
Liabilities$48K
Net assets$361K
Liquid reserves5.2 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +23.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| JANA BOWEN | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $59K |
board members · 11
- BETSY SNYDER — DIRECTOR
- CHRISTINA BROWN — TREASURER
- DEB SIMMONS — VICE PRESIDENT
- DOC HALLIDAY — DIRECTOR
- ERICA BAYNE — DIRECTOR
- JENNIFER SCHECTER — SECRETARY
- JOSH SKELLET — DIRECTOR
- NORA SCHUMACHER — DIRECTOR
- PETER AHART — DIRECTOR
- SANDY STICKLER — DIRECTOR
- TARA LOUNSBURY — PRESIDENT
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Floyd Hooker Foundation Funder — Donated to support air conditioning installation at the gym
- Franziska Racker Center Partner — Hosts field trips for Franziska Racker Center.
- Head Start Partner — Hosts field trips for Head Start.
- ITF USA Partner — Directs to ITF USA for additional information about Taekwon-do.
- International Taekwon-do Federation Network — Member of the National Association for the International Taekwon-do Federation, a national association of the International Taekwon-do Federation.
- Jack Rabbit Partner — Uses Jack Rabbit software for class registration and payment processing.
- Mildred Faulkner Truman Foundation Funder — Donated to support air conditioning installation at the gym
- The Golf Club at Owego Partner — Host venue for the annual golf tournament fundraiser.
- Tioga Downs Foundation Funder — Donated to support air conditioning installation at the gym
- Tioga State Bank Foundation Funder — Donated to support air conditioning installation at the gym
- Wix Partner — Website hosted on Wix platform with embedded Wix media URLs
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Family-Engaged Learning Modelmethodology: parent-participation_early_childhood_developmentBy involving parents in structured physical and gymnastics activities with their children, the organization strengthens developmental outcomes and preschool readiness, because shared participation builds emotional security, reinforces learning, and promotes consistent skill development.
- Gymnastics as Developmental Toolmethodology: gymnastics-for-developmentBy using gymnastics and structured physical activity, the organization fosters cognitive, social, and physical development in children, particularly supporting preschool readiness and lifelong engagement in physical activity, because movement-based learning enhances neural and behavioral development during critical growth periods.
- Individualized Adaptation for Special Needsmethodology: individualized-adaptationBy designing customized gymnastics activities for children with special needs, the organization supports personal developmental goals, because individualized programming accommodates diverse learning and physical needs, enhancing engagement and progress.