Gymnastics, Cheer, and Dance Mission Statement ❤️
“To inspire confident, respectful athletes through safe and fun gymnastics, cheer, and dance programs — fostering fitness, teamwork, and a love of movement, while giving parents peace of mind.”
About Us ✨
Gliders Gymnastics has been part of the Oak Forest Park District since the 1990s. The name “Gliders” is special to us— it was chosen by a few of our former coaches. Over the years, our team has earned multiple State All-Around titles and continues to make our community proud.
Many of our coaches were once Gliders themselves. Coach Brooke, for example, was on the team from 2010 to 2016 and has been coaching here since 2019. For our athletes and staff, Gliders has always been more than a team, it’s a family.
In the past, our teams were as large as 15+ gymnasts. Like many programs, we faced challenges during COVID-19 and had to pause for a while. We restarted in the 2023–2024 season with just two gymnasts, and we’re excited to see our team growing each year toward the size it once was.
Gliders Gymnastics Tryout Information 💜
Tryout Date: June 13, 2026 from 12:30-3:00pm
How to Prepare for Tryouts: We recommend gymnasts be enrolled in a spring gymnastics class prior to tryouts.
What to Expect at Tryouts: Gymnasts will store their belongings, then begin with stretching and warm-ups. Afterward, Coach Brooke will have athletes demonstrate a variety of skills to evaluate technique, effort, willingness to try new skills, and overall attitude.
What to Expect after Tryouts: Parents of gymnasts who make the team will be contacted on June 18, 2026. A mandatory parent and athlete meeting will be held on June 24, 2026 for all team members.
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out and we hope to see your child at tryouts this summer! 😊
Gliders Gymnastics General Information 🤸
Team Practices: Our team practices Wednesdays from 4:00-6:00pm and Saturdays from 12:00-2:00pm. The first practice will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (only Wednesday practices during the summer), and practices will continue through the IPDGC State competition, which is typically held in May. Gliders will follow most of the same breaks and holidays as our Rec Gymnastics classes. A more detailed schedule of breaks and days off will be provided at the parent meeting.
***Please note that Coach Brooke will be going on maternity leave at the end of August. During her leave, Coach Jordan and Coach Peyton, who are also cheer coaches, will be assisting with and covering practices.
Due to Sparkler practices beginning in October and the substitute coaches’ schedules, all Wednesday Gliders practices during Coach Brooke’s maternity leave will temporarily be adjusted to 6:30–8:30pm to accommodate coaching schedules. Saturday practice times will remain unchanged.***
Team Fees: Registration fee is $1,225.00 and a payment plan is available. The first payment is due before the first practice, with additional payments due October 15, November 15, January 15, and February 15. Each payment is $245.00 and covers practices and competition fees, excluding state competition fees.
State Fees: Qualification information is typically sent to coaches at the end of April. Gymnasts are not guaranteed to compete in all events at state. State competition fees are $15.00 per event qualified. For example, qualifying for 2 events would cost $30.00, while qualifying for all 4 events would cost $60.00. State fees are due two weeks prior to the state competition.
Mandatory Uniform Fees: Competition Leotard $150.00/Competition Warm-Up Jacket $75.00
Uniform Fittings/Sizing: October 31, 2026 from 12:00-12:30pm. Gymnasts will then head into a team building practice afterwards from 12:30-1:00pm.
Competition Information: Gymnasts will compete in approximately 4-6 meets each season, including the state meet. Competitions are typically held on weekends beginning in late January or early February and continue every few weeks through May. Meets are hosted at surrounding park districts, including but not limited to, Alsip, Joliet, Lemont, Carol Stream, Itasca, and Bloomingdale.
Gliders Staff Communication 🏆
Make sure you have our emails saved in your phone to avoid any emails getting sent to a spam folder, causing you to miss any important information.
- Coach/Coordinator: Brooke Fleming; bfleming@oakforestparks.org
- Recreation Supervisor: Jen Mikos; jmikos@oakforestparks.org
More Information ❓
Inquiries for future seasons or gymnastics classes, please contact Brooke at 708-752-8120 or email bfleming@oakforestparks.org for more details. Let’s flip our way to an unforgettable season! 🥇
“To inspire confident, respectful athletes through safe and fun gymnastics, cheer, and dance programs — fostering fitness, teamwork, and a love of movement, while giving parents peace of mind.”
About Us ✨
Gliders Gymnastics has been part of the Oak Forest Park District since the 1990s. The name “Gliders” is special to us— it was chosen by a few of our former coaches. Over the years, our team has earned multiple State All-Around titles and continues to make our community proud.
Many of our coaches were once Gliders themselves. Coach Brooke, for example, was on the team from 2010 to 2016 and has been coaching here since 2019. For our athletes and staff, Gliders has always been more than a team, it’s a family.
In the past, our teams were as large as 15+ gymnasts. Like many programs, we faced challenges during COVID-19 and had to pause for a while. We restarted in the 2023–2024 season with just two gymnasts, and we’re excited to see our team growing each year toward the size it once was.
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Gliders Gymnastics Tryout Information 💜
Tryout Date: June 13, 2026 from 12:30-3:00pm
How to Prepare for Tryouts: We recommend gymnasts be enrolled in a spring gymnastics class prior to tryouts.
What to Expect at Tryouts: Gymnasts will store their belongings, then begin with stretching and warm-ups. Afterward, Coach Brooke will have athletes demonstrate a variety of skills to evaluate technique, effort, willingness to try new skills, and overall attitude.
What to Expect after Tryouts: Parents of gymnasts who make the team will be contacted on June 18, 2026. A mandatory parent and athlete meeting will be held on June 24, 2026 for all team members.
If you have any questions please feel free to reach out and we hope to see your child at tryouts this summer! 😊
Gliders Gymnastics General Information 🤸
Team Practices: Our team practices Wednesdays from 4:00-6:00pm and Saturdays from 12:00-2:00pm. The first practice will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (only Wednesday practices during the summer), and practices will continue through the IPDGC State competition, which is typically held in May. Gliders will follow most of the same breaks and holidays as our Rec Gymnastics classes. A more detailed schedule of breaks and days off will be provided at the parent meeting.
***Please note that Coach Brooke will be going on maternity leave at the end of August. During her leave, Coach Jordan and Coach Peyton, who are also cheer coaches, will be assisting with and covering practices.
Due to Sparkler practices beginning in October and the substitute coaches’ schedules, all Wednesday Gliders practices during Coach Brooke’s maternity leave will temporarily be adjusted to 6:30–8:30pm to accommodate coaching schedules. Saturday practice times will remain unchanged.***
Team Fees: Registration fee is $1,225.00 and a payment plan is available. The first payment is due before the first practice, with additional payments due October 15, November 15, January 15, and February 15. Each payment is $245.00 and covers practices and competition fees, excluding state competition fees.
State Fees: Qualification information is typically sent to coaches at the end of April. Gymnasts are not guaranteed to compete in all events at state. State competition fees are $15.00 per event qualified. For example, qualifying for 2 events would cost $30.00, while qualifying for all 4 events would cost $60.00. State fees are due two weeks prior to the state competition.
Mandatory Uniform Fees: Competition Leotard $150.00/Competition Warm-Up Jacket $75.00
Uniform Fittings/Sizing: October 31, 2026 from 12:00-12:30pm. Gymnasts will then head into a team building practice afterwards from 12:30-1:00pm.
Competition Information: Gymnasts will compete in approximately 4-6 meets each season, including the state meet. Competitions are typically held on weekends beginning in late January or early February and continue every few weeks through May. Meets are hosted at surrounding park districts, including but not limited to, Alsip, Joliet, Lemont, Carol Stream, Itasca, and Bloomingdale.
Gliders Staff Communication 🏆
Make sure you have our emails saved in your phone to avoid any emails getting sent to a spam folder, causing you to miss any important information.
- Coach/Coordinator: Brooke Fleming; bfleming@oakforestparks.org
- Recreation Supervisor: Jen Mikos; jmikos@oakforestparks.org
More Information ❓
Inquiries for future seasons or gymnastics classes, please contact Brooke at 708-752-8120 or email bfleming@oakforestparks.org for more details. Let’s flip our way to an unforgettable season! 🥇