Discover the Gymnast Within

At South Shore YMCA Gymnastics, kids learn to tumble, run, jump and twist their way from basics on vault, bars, beam, and floor, to intermediate and advanced skill development. With core values of honesty, respect, and responsibility, the Y offers classes, programs, teams, and private lessons for toddlers, kindergartners, school-aged children, and competitive gymnasts. Our programs are designed to let gymnasts learn, have fun, and progress at their own pace with weekly sessions.

State-Of-The-Art Training Centers

The South Shore YMCA is proud to offer two state-of-the-art Gymnastics Training Centers, designed to support gymnasts of all ages and abilities—from beginners to advanced athletes.

• Hanover Gymnastics Center: Located just around the corner from the Emilson YMCA on Route 53 at 1075 Washington Street, Hanover
• Quincy Gymnastics Training Center: Located at the Hale Family YMCA, bringing a dedicated gymnastics space to the City of Quincy for the first time

Center Highlights

With modern equipment, dedicated training spaces, and experienced coaching teams, our centers provide safe, engaging environments where kids can build confidence, strength, and skills.

• Spacious balance beam area with high and low training beams[LD26]
• Uneven bar training areas with full sets, strap-bar, single rail with pit and mat landings
• Regulation-sized floor area
• Vault area with table
• Tumble track area and spring floor with resi mat and foam pit landing areas.

Team Programs

We have competing options for team YMCA gymnastics programs. Our Gymnastics Team is available by invitation or tryout for all skill levels, from non-competitive beginners to national skill levels such as Competitive USA gymnastics teams, Excel levels Bronze-Diamond, and JO levels 2-8. Team participants must be under a current YMCA membership.

Interested in joining the SSYMCA Gymnastics Team? Space is available for all levels! Contact Kara Protulis at kprotulis@ssymca.org for information and to schedule an evaluation.

Adult Gymnastics Programs (Hanover)

Stay active, build strength, and refine your skills in our Adult Gymnastics Programs at the South Shore YMCA. Designed for adults with prior gymnastics experience, these offerings provide a supportive training environment with access to professional-grade equipment. Whether you’re returning to the sport or looking for a new athletic challenge, our programs allow you to train safely and confidently at your own pace.

Weekly Adult Gymnastics Drop-In (Hanover)

Join us for a supervised Adult Gymnastics Drop-In held weekly at the Hanover Gymnastics Training Center. This open-gym format allows experienced adults to practice skills, build strength, and train independently.

• Thursdays | 7:30–9 PM
• Signed waiver required
• $15 for SSYMCA members | $20 for non-members

A Winning Staff

Our caring and professional gymnastics team is made up of experienced coaches and athletes, bringing more than 100 years of combined coaching and competitive experience to our programs.

Kara Protulis, Association Gymnastics Director

Kara Protulis serves as the Association Gymnastics Director at the South Shore YMCA, bringing more than 30 years of coaching experience to the leadership of gymnastics programs to our programs across the South Shore. Kara oversees program development, staff training, and operations to ensure safe, high-quality, and engaging experiences for athletes of all ages.

During her time at the South Shore YMCA, Kara has more than doubled the size of the gymnastics team and led multiple teams to National competitions in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. She is passionate about athlete development, fostering confidence, skill progression, and a lifelong love of movement while advancing the YMCA’s mission and values.

Contact: 781-829-3158 | kprotulis@ssymca.org

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