The formation of the Police Boys Club was an initiative of the then Commissioner of Police Mr. W J Mackay (who gained notoriety in 1932 as the arresting officer of Francis de Groot, the man who slashed the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the Sydney Harbour Bridge) and the Rotary Club of Sydney.
In 1937, the movement started with 400 boys and ran activities such as wrestling, physical culture classes, debating, and entering teams in the local Rugby League competition.
Established in Maitland since 1952, the club was originally located on what is now the carpark adjoining the Maitland Art Gallery (this site is currently free parking for the Maitland PCYC members), then moved across the road to our current site in 1967 with extensions in 2001, 2007, and 2018.
We have recently completed a redevelopment program that has expanded our gymnastic facility by 40 per cent. This will allow an increase in participation to more than 700 visits per week and includes an upgrade of equipment and services.
Our team members are fully qualified, experienced, and follow Gymnastics NSW code of conduct and accreditation.
We have a strong Competitive Gymnastics program that has allowed our gymnasts to compete at Country and State Championships.
The Multi-Function Hall has been given a facelift to allow better use of space for children’s activities, cater for school groups, and host organised sporting competitions.
We have introduced a martial arts centre and increased participation to 50 students per week. We have already secured a visit by the Japanese national Judo team for a training exhibition which occurred in August. In addition, we have introduced other martial arts disciplines including Wrestling, Aikido, and Jiu Jitsu.
We conduct more than 75 Safer Driver and Traffic Offender Courses over the year.
We provide OOSH Care services throughout the holiday periods with qualified people at affordable prices.
TeamGym is relatively new to Australia and is a fun and social way showcase a variety of gymnastics skills in a team environment. Teams consist of 6-12 athletes who perform 3 routines to music – floor (comprising of dance and acrobatic elements), tumbling (consisting of a series of forwards and backwards skills from rolls and cartwheels to flips), and mini tramp (jumps, turns and somersaults!). Teams are split into divisions based on skill level, catering from the very beginner to the most advanced gymnast.
The class is designed for children who have mastered the fundamental skills of the GymSTAR program, are ready for their pathway development and looking for a Team Gymnastics sport – with competition across Tumbling, Mini trampoline and Floor!
Our TeamGym classes are $21.34 and all require an annual Gymnastics NSW Registration ($70). To enrol, book online or fill out the “Enrolment & Direct Debit Form” and email it to maitland@pcycnsw.org.au, or bring it into the club.
Gymnastics Privates can be made as a one off or an ongoing lesson. These are suitable for: students looking to advance or refine a particular skill, students who prefer to be on their own, those who need a little more individualised attention etc.
PCYC Maitland offers a competitive levels program for WAG (Women’s Artistic Gymnastics) levels 1-7. Squad gymnasts will have the opportunity to represent the club at events around the Hunter Region & NSW!
WAG is one of the most well-known forms of gymnastics – the kind you would commonly see in the Olympics on TV. It is a sport for girls of all ages comprising of 4 apparatus – beam, bars, floor & vault. Athletes will work on skills, dance and tumbling for each of these apparatus as well as working on developing strength, flexibility and handstands.
Competitive squads require selection and a commitment for the season. Training days and times vary depending on group selected for, and costs depend on hours trained.
To enquire about suitability for your child, or to setup an assessment, email us at maitland@pcycnsw.org.au.
GymSTAR is our entry level recreational program for school age children, covering the basics of gymnastics and movement in a fun and friendly environment. Children will learn the basics of apparatus such as bars, beam, floor and trampoline to assist in developing skills such as balance, coordination and strength. Each term, participants will be assessed on the skills they have learnt and move up through the GymSTAR levels.
Our GymSTAR classes are $19 for 1 hour classes and $21.34 for our 1.5 hour 12+yrs class. They require an annual Gymnastics NSW Registration ($70). To enrol, book online or fill out the “Enrolment & Direct Debit Form” and email it to maitland@pcycnsw.org.au, or bring it into the club.
For trial classes, please contact us directly.
GymSTAR Plus
Age:
Anyone who has passed their GOLD badge in GymSTAR
GymSTAR Plus is an extension of our GymSTAR program, for those who have completed the STAR levels or have shown mastery of basic gymnastics skills. This class will increase difficulty on all apparatus whilst also building on strength, flexibility & technique in a recreational setting. Each term, participants will be assessed on the skills they have learnt and move up through Bronze, Silver and Gold levels.
Our GymSTAR Plus classes are $ and require an annual Gymnastics NSW Registration ($70). To enrol, fill out the “Enrolment & Direct Debit Form” and email it to maitland@pcycnsw.org.au, or bring it into the club. Participants must have passed GymSTAR level R or have been recommended by a coach to be eligible for this class. Please contact the club to organise an assessment.
Does your child love to bounce and flip? Then our Trampoline class is for them!
Trampoline is for both males and females and includes amazing feats of athleticism whilst flipping and twisting through the air! Athletes start by learning safe jumping and landing techniques and progress through to more advanced skills and combinations including somersaults. Trampoline also includes Double Mini trampoline, a fast and explosive combination of trampoline skills including a run up and landing. Clean socks must be worn for trampoline classes.
Our Trampoline classes are $19 for beginner and $21.34 for intermediate, and require an annual Gymnastics NSW Registration ($70). To enrol, book online or fill out the “Enrolment & Direct Debit Form” and email it to maitland@pcycnsw.org.au, or bring it into the club.
Junior gym is a program suitable for preschool and kindergarten aged children, bridging the gap between Kindergym and GymStar. Junior Gym offers more structure than the Kindergym program with teaching methods and activities specifically targeted to suit the developmental and cognitive needs of this age group, whilst increasing self-confidence in an independent learning opportunity.
Our Juniorgym classes are $18 and require an annual Gymnastics NSW Registration ($55). To enrol, fill out the “Enrolment & Direct Debit Form” and email it to maitland@pcycnsw.org.au, or bring it into the club.
This parent/adult assisted class is designed to give your little one a head start in life! With a focus on learning through play, each lesson will use colours, sounds and other stimulation to help your child develop their body control and strengthen brain connections through balance, sensory stimulation, tactile experience and coordination exercises. Children will learn to roll, climb, jump and swing all while having fun and socializing with parents and other children.
Our Kindergym classes are $18 and require an annual Gymnastics NSW Registration ($55). To enrol, book online or fill out the “Enrolment & Direct Debit Form” and email it to maitland@pcycnsw.org.au, or bring it into the club.
Parkour/Free G (Freestyle Gymnastics) programs are new and innovative programs that provide opportunities for young people to be creative in the development of new skills, whilst staying fit and active for longer. Classes include running and jumping over obstacles, as well as tricking and flipping skills. Athletes get the opportunity to run obstacle courses utilising their new skills and can be a pathway to competitive time trials in Parkour and activities similar to Ninja Warrior.
Our Free G classes are $21.34 and all require an annual Gymnastics NSW Registration ($70). To enrol, book online or fill out the “Enrolment & Direct Debit Form” and email it to maitland@pcycnsw.org.au, or bring it into the club.
PCYC Maitland offers a competitive program for Free G, catering for novice to elite levels. Competitive squads require selection and a commitment for the season. To enquire about suitability for your child, or to setup an assessment, email us at maitland@pcycnsw.org.au.
Drop-in sessions are $5. To participate, you must be join and be a member of the Maitland City Rollers Facebook group as they organize all sessions. Please see their Facebook group for more details – https://www.facebook.com/groups/2526446664303433/
Youth Programs at PCYC Maitland
Fit for Life
The program fosters physical fitness, wellbeing, and personal growth, while promoting prosocial behaviours through mentorship. Additionally, participants are transported to school, ensuring they start their day positively.
U-Nites run on Friday and Saturday nights, offering a safe, structured environment for young people aged 10-18. We provide fun activities that promote socialisation and a sense of belonging. Dinner and transportation included.
