by Anna Narvaes | Nov 19, 2018 | Dance, Gymnastics, NinjaZone
As a parent, winter in Colorado can be bittersweet. With the arrival of the first snowfall, you probably picture story time by the fireplace, family ski trips and movie nights. A few hour later your fantasies are interrupted by the familiar sound of your kids running...
by Anna Narvaes | Oct 26, 2018 | Dance, Gymnastics, NinjaZone, Tips for Parents
The vestibular system is an important part of your child’s body. It’s a system of tiny organs in your child’s inner ear that provide their brain with information about where they are in space — up or down, sideways, etc. Understanding where we are in space allows us...
by Anna Narvaes | May 14, 2018 | Dance, Events & Community, Gymnastics, NinjaZone
Summer is just around the corner. Tired of your kids being glued to their iPads, or taking their energy out on your just-cleaned house (or on each other)? Leave it to us to give your kids the creative outlets they need to stay active and engaged this summer! Not only...
by Anna Narvaes | Apr 5, 2018 | Gymnastics
If you have a Rainbow Rider at Mountain Kids, you can probably tell from watching your preschooler in action that they’re gaining balance, coordination, agility, strength, patience, speed, social skills and more — all while engaging in imaginative play. What may not...
by Anna Narvaes | Mar 19, 2018 | Gymnastics
Photo courtesy of Boston.com Gymnastics aren’t just for aspiring gymnasts. The many benefits of gymnastics have proven to reap rewards in many other sports and physical activities thanks to its mental and physical benefits. Gymnastics helps develop both mental and...
by Anna Narvaes | May 31, 2017 | Dance, Gymnastics, NinjaZone, Tips for Parents
If you have young athletes, you’ve probably wondered at least once if you’re encouraging them in an appropriate way — are you providing the right amount of positive reinforcement or are you being too assertive? Sometimes, it’s hard not to overstep your boundaries,...