The AcroPals Difference
AcroPals is a fun and friendly Acro Focused program that was founded by Ilyan Keay in 2017. After years of extensive trampolining, sports acrobatics, and elite gymnastics training, Ilyan decided to create a program that combined sports acrobatics, tumbling, and dance acro without the pressure and stress of a competitive training environment. Since its humble beginnings in a yoga studio, AcroPals has grown to offer the best equipment, coaches, and training in the Inner West.
At AcroPals, we believe that acrobatics should be a fun and rewarding experience for all. That's why we don't have uniforms, concerts, or competitions. Instead, we focus on creating a supportive and inclusive environment where our students can learn and grow at their own pace.
We welcome students of all ages and skill levels, from tinies to experienced athletes, and we teach a range of skills from handstands to tumbling. Our experienced coaches are passionate about acrobatics and are dedicated to helping each student reach their full potential.
We understand that safety is a top concern for parents, which is why we use only the best equipment and follow strict safety protocols. We also offer a trial week for just $1 so that you and your child can experience AcroPals firsthand and see if it's the right fit for you.
In addition to our regular classes, we offer fun non-competitive performance opportunities with our Acro Troupe at community events. This is a great way for students to showcase their skills and gain confidence in a supportive and fun environment.
Join the AcroPals family and be a part of your child's acro journey for years to come. Sign up for a trial week for just $1 today!
Phone
0430 881 007
Locations
Hours
M 3:45-8:00
T 4:00-6:30
W Newtown Public School Aftercare
T 4:00-6:30
F 3:45-8:00
S 9:45-3:00
Autumn Holiday Workshops
3 AWESOME DAYS OF WORKSHOPS FROM BEGINNERS TO SENIORS
9AM - 3PM Includes ACRO Craft and Movie Each Day $95 PER DAY
Junior Ninja Workshop - Monday, 22nd April (Ages 5+)
Dive into a thrilling day of martial arts, gymnastics, and ninja skills! Suitable for all levels, our workshop covers:
Martial Arts Techniques: Kicks, poomsae, and bow staff.
Gymnastics: From rolls to back bends.
Tricking & Ninja Moves: Learn aerials, butterfly kicks, and more.
Parkour Fundamentals: Enhance agility and awareness.
Special Features:
Tackle our Ninja Warrior Course.
Groups based on age and skill for personalized fun.
Enjoy craft time and a movie during lunch.
Bring: Your own lunch and a water bottle.
Join us for an action-packed day of fun, learning, and adventure! Sign up now to secure your spot.
Tuesday 23rd APRIL Intermediate First Flips Workshop Ages 5yrs+
Tricks and Tumbling Workshop - Perfect Prelude to Friday’s Senior Workshop
Explore the world of Tumbling in our all-levels workshop! Whether you're a complete novice or an advanced athlete, we've tailored the day to foster growth in:
Tumbling Skills & Combos: Master round-offs, and start to explore flipping technique and an introduction to first flips.
Aerials: Get your first aerial! Lots of practice at mastering the cartwheel and progressing to the no handed cartwheel!
Ninja & Tricking Moves: Enhance your skills with gymnastics vaulting and parkour.
Workshop Highlights:
Ideal preparation for the Senior Workshop.
Age and skill-based group segmentation for targeted learning.
Engage in a fun craft and enjoy a movie during the lunch break.
Remember to Bring: Your lunch and a water bottle.
Join us to elevate your tumbling and trampolining skills in a supportive and dynamic environment. Secure your spot now and take a leap towards mastering new skills!
FRiday 26th APRIL Senior Acro Workshop Ages 9yrs+
Acrobatics, Trampoline, and Tumbling Workshop (Aged 9+ or Advanced Juniors)
Dive into our specialized workshop designed for children aged 9 years and up, or advanced juniors capable of walkovers and beyond. This session is crafted to enhance skills and foster growth in:
Acrobatic & Tumbling Skills:
Aerials: Leap into the world of aerials, honing your skills for precision and grace.
Handsprings: Master the art of front and back handsprings for foundational strength and coordination.
Headsprings & Flips/Somersaults: Challenge yourself with advanced moves, integrating them into dynamic tumbling runs.
Twisting Techniques: Explore the complexities of twisting within acrobatics for a more advanced skill set.
Trampoline Skills:
Cover everything from basic jumps and landings to more complex drops, twists, and flips. Perfect your form and control with each bounce.
Workshop Features:
Tailored instruction catering from absolute beginners to advanced athletes.
Grouped by age, skill level, and social preferences to ensure personalized attention and a supportive environment.
Includes a fun craft activity and a movie during lunch to relax and bond with peers.
What to Bring:
Pack your own lunch and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Join us for a day of learning, fun, and progression! Secure your spot and elevate your acrobatic, trampoline, and tumbling skills in a supportive, educational setting.
Trial Classes
Try out up to two classes in your first week with us for $1 per child per class and see what all the excitement is about!
Register for a Family Account Now and start trying out our St Peters and Marrickville Classes:
Try out Our Classes at MAS Prestons unlimited Acro Classes on Thursdays or Sundays for $19.99 for 2 weeks!
Plus recieve a Free Shirt on Sign up!
Timetable
Check out our Full Timetable Below and Click the button Below to Set up a Trial Week or enrol right at St Peters or Marrickville!
Check out our Full Timetable Below and Click the button Below to Set up a 2 Week Unlimited Acro Trial at MAS Prestons!
FAQ:
All You Need to Know About AcroPals
Looking for a fun and inclusive acrobatics program for your child? Look no further than AcroPals! Our program is based on Gymnastics and tumbling, combined with skills from other disciplines like sports acrobatics, dance, cheer, martial arts, and tricking.
Our classes cater to a range of ages and skill levels, from tinies to experienced athletes. Each class starts with a warmup, followed by basic skills through to more advanced skills of the level. We even have makeup classes available and special holiday workshops!
AcroPals accepts Active Kids and Creative Kids Vouchers and offers trial classes from just $1,
We have affordable rates for family members and even offer adult classes.
Our timetable and schedule page includes classes from Monday to Sunday, We have a range of classes available, including kids classes, adult acrobatics, and even a performance troupe.
Still have questions? Check out our FAQ section, where we cover everything from class levels to medical issues.
Join the AcroPals family and start your acro journey today!
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At AcroPals, we work with beginners of all ages and levels. Our goal is to ensure students develop their skills while having fun and making friends. Remember, some of the best acrobats started as absolute beginners! So, no matter your age, background, or level, you're always welcome to begin your acro journey with us. Our classes are tailored to suit each student's skill level, and we encourage beginners to work with peers in their age group for the best experience.
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Yes we offer Trials! With Trials Classes from just $1 @ St Peters & Marrickville and $19.99 Unlimited Acro Classes for your first 2 weeks @ MAS Prestons.
Once you complete your trial, we will provide you with your membership options depending on your location.
Please use our seperate booking system to book your trial classes at St Peters I Marrickville and Prestons
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Our pricing structure is designed to accommodate various needs, the following Prices are for our Marrickville and St Peters Locations. Please Contact MAS Directly to discuss the Membership Rates at Prestons.
1 Class Per Week:
$19.99 per week billed fortnightly
2 Classes Per Week:
$35 per week billed fortnightly.
3 Classes Per Week
$45 per week billed fortnightly.
4 Classes Per Week:
$50 per week billed fortnightly.
Sibling Discounts:
2 Kids 15% Discount
3 kids 20% Discount
4 kids + 20% discount
Plus Stripe Fees of 1.75% 0.30 per transaction
We offer pro-rata payments fortnightly spread out over the Full Season ( 1 Year)
With memberships rolled over from term to term, year to year until you want to try something else.
AcroPals Memberships are Annual. You can join at any time with your fees being calculated pro-rata when you join. Payments are split up over fortnightly debits to make payments predictable and manageable!
We have no Joining Fees!
No Compulsory Uniforms!
We have included GST in our pricing already!
We only Pass on the Fees passed on to us by Stripe. 1.75% 0.30 per transaction.
Payment Plans can be customised to suit your family’s needs.
Billing can be set up to occur quarterly, weekly, or monthly, based on your preference. We also accept vouchers as account credits, which will be used automatically until completely depleted.
*Fees are subject to change at our discretion.
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Choosing the right class level for your trial is important to ensure you have the best experience possible. Levels are based primarily on age, but we always work with mixed levels and often have older beginners in the higher levels. Parents are welcome to participate in any Level 5 class (even as beginners). Here's a quick guide to help you decide:
Level 1: 3.5-5 years
Level 2: 6-8 years
Level 3: 9-10 years
Level 4: 10-12 years
Level 5: Open Classes for teenagers and adults
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While we don't offer stand-alone adult acro classes, adults of all levels are welcome to try our level 5 classes which are for students 14 years and above or advanced junior students. Many parents opt for level 4-5 classes as beginners and do very well. No experience is required, just a basic level of fitness, a clean bill of health, and a willingness to learn!
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Absolutely! We have many happy siblings, cousins, and friends working together in the same classes, and even offer great family discounts! However, our levels are based on age, so they will usually need to be in a similar age bracket to be in the same class successfully.
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We understand that sometimes life happens, and you might need to reschedule a class. That's why we offer makeup classes for all of our members (provided there are spaces available in alternate classes). For injuries, illnesses, or any issues lasting 4 weeks or more, we can pause memberships for you. This way, you can always keep up with your acro journey!
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Our terms run according to the NSW Public School timetable, with holiday workshops and bonus sessions offered during school holidays. Each term is filled with exciting themes, ensuring there's never a dull moment at AcroPals. For example, Term 2 runs from Monday 25th April to Saturday 1st July. We accept trials in all classes with available spots at any time, so it's never a bad time to start your acro journey with us!
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A typical AcroPals class is designed to be fun, engaging, and challenging for students of all levels. Here's what you can expect during a class:
We start with a game or challenge related to the theme of the week, like vaulting relays during ninja week.
We then warm up with balance and active mobility exercises, basic shaping and conditioning, all set to upbeat music.
Bridge work follows, where students practice holding bridges and other variations.
After everyone is warmed up, we focus on basic to advanced skills depending on the student's levels.
Next, we move on to bridge, back bending, walkovers, aerials, flips, or handspring drills.
We love to finish with a quick challenge, like holding handstands or free tumbling, depending on how the students are feeling.
Younger students usually finish up with a sticker, while older students leave tired and with a smile on their faces. Our classes aim to build well-rounded athletes and foster a love for acrobatics in a supportive, non-competitive environment.
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Acrobatics, or "acro," is a combination of gymnastics floor skills (tumbling, jumps, leaps, flips) with elements from other disciplines like sports acrobatics, dance, cheer, martial arts, and tricking. At AcroPals, we don't use apparatus like beams, bars, rings, pommels, and vaults. Instead, we utilize air tracks, trampolines, boxes, and landing mats for a dynamic and varied experience. Each week features a different theme, with students learning skills from various disciplines, helping them become well-rounded athletes and fostering a love for acrobatics in a fun, supportive environment.
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At AcroPals, we focus on a fun, supportive, and non-competitive environment. While we don’t do gradings or competitions, we do offer exciting performance opportunities for our AcroPals troupe members. Troupe is an opt-in, affordable, and inclusive program, with no auditions or competitiveness. Troupe members learn dance skills, martial arts skills, circus skills, sports acrobatics, and cheer lifts and throws, all combined into choreographed acro routines. Our troupe kids perform at local events, fairs, and non-competitive shows. We're always on the lookout for fun local events for our troupe to perform at, so let us know if you would like an exciting Acro Performance at your next event!
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Flexibility and mobility play a crucial role in the skills we teach in acrobatics, which is why each class starts with active mobility work, including splits. Consistent practice is essential for improving flexibility, so we provide our members with homework exercises to help them progress. Remember that increasing flexibility should be developed gradually over time, so consistent effort is key to achieving those perfect splits!
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Yes, we love teaching flips! Many of our older students are flipping at various levels. However, we prioritize mastering the basics first and emphasize this in all our classes. As the saying goes, "You can't run before you walk!" We ensure that our students understand how skills like forward rolls and backward rolls eventually evolve into front and back tucks, and how enjoyable they can be on their own!
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Please inform us upon sign-up, especially if you or your child has asthma, allergies, a pre-existing or past injury, requires a medical device, or has any additional needs. We work with acrobats of all kinds, and our teachers may already have experience with students who have special needs or are neurodivergent. We would love to help you or your child succeed in their acro journey. Please contact us to discuss this further.
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We sure do! We are a registered provider for both active and creative kids vouchers. Just email us a copy of the voucher along with your child's date of birth, and we will apply the voucher to your account as a credit.
Please note that vouchers cannot be used for trials or casual classes, and they must be used before your first payment is processed.
Locations
Marrickville:
St Brigid’s Parish Hall
196A Livingstone Rd Marrickville 2204
The St Brigid’s Parish Hall is directly behind the main St Brigid’s Catholic Church Building at 392 Marrickville Rd.
Which is directly opposite Marrickville Library!
The Parish Hall is accessible from the main church car park (which you are welcome to use) and from Livingstone Rd.
From the Car park or the corner of Marrickville Road and Livingstone Road walk down Livingstone road just past the bus stop, the hall is the white building on the left hand side with its own driveway and easy pram entry with no steps.
There is a video walkthrough on our Google Maps page to help you find the Hall from the corner of Livingstone Rd and Marrickville Road and the Car Park.
St Peters:
St Peters Anglican Church Hall
187 Princes Highway St Peters NSW 2044
Entry via Princes Highway, and free parking in the Church Grounds.
To enter the grounds approach from the Silver Street side and make a sharp left hand turn at the St Peters Anglican Church Digital sign and pull all the way up the driveway into the church grounds. Please drive slowly and keep an eye out for Children.
The Church Hall is at the Rear of the Church on the left hand side. Enter via the lobby and into the hall, there is one step at the lobby entry but there is a ramp available so please let us know if you will require the ramp.
There is also an enclosed outdoor area/ park and cemetery at the rear of the church for the kids and plenty of seating inside and on the outdoor patio for adults.
PRESTONS:
MARTIAL ARTS SPIRIT HQ
5 Nuwi Place Prestons 2170
Our largest location within Martial Arts Spirit Prestons HQ
There is ample parking in the car park on Kurrajong Road at 279 Kurrajong Rd, look out for the anytime fitness. From here there is an easy walk through with lift for easy pram access though the lobby to the MAS Prestons lot at 5 Nuwi Place Prestons. Entry to MAS is via the large roller door at 5 Nuwi Place Prestons.
For inquiries on Prestons classes please contact MAS Prestons Directly:
Phone: 1300 627 853
Website: MAS Prestons (masaustralia.com)