Xcel Competitive Team
Our Xcel Program offers gymnasts of all levels and commitment the opportunity to experience the excitement and accomplishment of competitive gymnastics. To participate, gymnasts must be at least five years old by September 1st. The program includes five divisions: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond. At Walker’s, all Xcel athletes train two days per week (minimum of 5 hours total). Gymnasts in the Gold, Platinum, and Diamond levels may opt for a third training day to support their continued development. Each athlete competes optional routines, with skill difficulty appropriate for their division. Routines can be customized to specific skills to showcase their unique strengths and personal style. Walker’s Xcel gymnasts compete at various meets throughout the state, with the chance to qualify for state and regional championships at the end of the season.

Optional Levels 6-10 / Development Program (DP)
For gymnasts seeking a more advanced and intensive path, Walker’s also offers Optional Levels/Junior Olympic levels 6 through 10. This track follows the official USA Gymnastics program and emphasizes skill mastery, strength, and consistency. JO athletes commit to higher training hours and compete at state, regional, and potentially national-level competitions.

Hot Shots is a pre-competitive program that lays the foundation for future success on Walker’s competitive gymnastics teams. This group includes some of our youngest gymnasts who have shown exceptional focus, natural ability, and enthusiasm for the sport.

In Hot Shots, athletes continue to build essential developmental skills such as strength, flexibility, body awareness, and discipline—all while gaining valuable experience in teamwork. Developmental Bronze is the next step after Hot Shots and serves as a transitional level for gymnasts preparing to enter the competitive Xcel Bronze division. At this stage, athletes begin learning more advanced skills, routine structure, and competition readiness, all while continuing to develop strength, form, and confidence.

Together, these pre-team programs provide a strong, supportive pathway into competitive gymnastics and help each gymnast progress at the pace that’s right for them.