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Athletic Arts Academy is conveniently located in Orange, NJ near mass transit and major highways. Directly across from Orange Train Station. For the Gym, enter on Galento Plaza side of building. For the Child Care, enter on the South Essex Avenue.
Address:
23B South Essex Avenue, Suite B, Orange, NJ, 07050
Phone Number:
(862)-216-7119
E-mail:
💪 Fitness for Life
Introducing kids to fun, engaging physical activity early on creates healthy habits that can last a lifetime.
🧠 Mental Focus
Learning routines and mastering new skills teaches concentration, goal-setting, and perseverance.
🎯 Balance & Coordination
From walking on beams to riding a bike, gymnastics enhances body awareness and core control.
🤝 Social Skills
Kids build confidence through teamwork, turn-taking, celebrating others, and making new friends.
🏋️ Strength & Power
Activities like climbing bars and swinging on ropes develop full-body muscle strength.
🤸 Flexibility & Mobility
Stretching and body shaping improve range of motion and prevent injuries in other sports and activities.
🔥 Fun Fitness & Calorie Burn
High-energy movement helps kids stay active, healthy, and excited about fitness!
🏆 The Sport of All Sports
Gymnastics lays the groundwork for success in every other sport—agility, strength, flexibility, and mental discipline.
Choosing the Right Child Care Program
At Athletic Arts Academy, we are committed to maintaining a safe, structured, and supportive environment for all participants. To uphold this standard, we reserve the right to suspend or discontinue services for any child whose behavior is consistently unsafe, disruptive, or poses a risk of harm to themselves, other children, staff, or the facility.
In accordance with New Jersey childcare regulations, discipline practices within our program are strictly non-physical and focused on positive guidance, redirection, and age-appropriate behavioral support. Physical punishment, humiliation, or restraint as a form of discipline is strictly prohibited. Physical intervention may only be used in limited emergency situations to prevent immediate harm, and only as permitted by law.
Our programs are designed for children who can participate safely within a group setting with minimal individualized behavioral intervention. If a child requires ongoing one-on-one support, behavioral management plans, or therapeutic services, our program may not be the appropriate setting. In such cases, short-term or limited participation options may be recommended.
While we are experienced youth coaches and educators, we are not behavioral health or medical professionals. If a child demonstrates persistent behavioral challenges that impact their safety or the safety of others, families may be required to obtain an external evaluation and/or provide a support plan prior to continued participation. We are happy to offer referrals to appropriate community resources when needed.
We value and respect each parent’s insight into their child’s needs. Open communication and early intervention are essential to ensuring a positive experience for all. Addressing concerns proactively helps prevent situations that may require parent notification, early dismissal, or program withdrawal.
Medication Policy Reminder:
Please refer to the Medical Policy section of this handbook for full details. As a general rule:
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We do not administer routine prescription or non-prescription medications.
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Children must take medications prior to arrival or be capable of self-administering approved emergency medications (e.g., inhalers).
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We are authorized to administer EpiPens in emergency situations only, in accordance with New Jersey law and with proper documentation on file.
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All other medications, including over-the-counter items such as cough syrup or antihistamines, are not permitted on-site.
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We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and successful environment for all children in our care.
Sincerely,
Samiah "Coach Samiah" Tyler
Director, Athletics Program
Ms. JanNasia Aytch
Director, Out-Of-School Programs
IyaSokoya "Coach Iya" Karade
CEO & Founder, Athletic Arts Academy & A3 Gymnastics Child Care Center LLCs
Building confident, strong, and capable children through movement, structure, and fun.
At Athletic Arts Academy, we offer gymnastics classes, summer camps, and after-school programs designed to support the physical, social, and emotional development of children ages 3 and up.
Our programs combine structured training with positive coaching to help children build confidence, discipline, and lifelong healthy habits—all in a safe and supportive environment.
Gymnastics Classes
Build strength, coordination, and confidence through structured gymnastics training for all levels.
After-School Program
A safe, supervised environment where students receive academic support, physical activity, and social development opportunities.
Summer Camp
Full-day programming combining fitness, games, and enrichment activities designed to keep children active and engaged.
View Schedule & Register Online
More Than a Gym—A Foundation for Life
We help develop skills while we develop people. At Athletic Arts Academy, children learn:
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Confidence through achievement
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Discipline through structure
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Resilience through challenge
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Respect through teamwork
Our experienced coaching staff creates an environment where every child is encouraged to grow at their own pace while feeling supported and valued.
Your Child’s Safety Comes First
We maintain strict health, safety, and supervision standards in alignment with New Jersey childcare regulations and national youth sports organizations.
Our facility and programs include:
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Structured supervision at all times
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Emergency preparedness and response protocols
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Required health documentation for all participants
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Clean, shoe-free training environment
We are committed to creating a safe space where children can learn, move, and thrive.
Creating a Safe & Positive Environment for Every Child
Athletic Arts Academy uses positive, non-physical guidance to support children’s behavior and development.
To maintain a safe group environment:
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Children must be able to participate safely with minimal individualized intervention
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Unsafe or consistently disruptive behavior may result in dismissal from the program
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Physical intervention is used only in emergency situations to prevent harm and in accordance with New Jersey law
Important Note for Families:
Our programs are designed for group participation. Children requiring one-on-one behavioral or therapeutic support may benefit from alternative or more specialized programs.
👉 Not sure if this is the right fit? Contact us—we’re happy to guide you.
(That last line? Keeps you from losing good families while still protecting your staff.)
Illness & Medication Guidelines
To protect all children and staff:
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Children with fever, vomiting, or signs of illness may not attend
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Sick children will be isolated and must be picked up promptly
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Medical clearance may be required before returning
Medication Policy:
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Routine medications are not administered
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Emergency medications (EpiPen, inhalers) permitted with documentation
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Over-the-counter medications are not allowed on-site
Drop-Off & Pick-Up Guidelines
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Drop-off: Up to 15 minutes before program start
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Pick-up: Within 10 minutes of program end
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Late pick-ups incur a $1/minute fee
Consistent late pick-ups may result in removal from the program.
Simple Online Registration
All registrations and payments are completed online for your convenience.
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Secure online enrollment
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Automatic billing based on selected program
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No in-person payments accepted
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All payments are non-refundable
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