Gymnastics

Luke's a level 4 now - that means that he's on the competitive team. He's thrilled! He practices 9 hours a week, with a group of about ten boys who range from 7 to 13 years old. It's fun watching how supportive the boys are of each other and his primary coach, Jim, is fun to watch while he works. Tonight they had team photos (hm, wonder if some of you will see those at Christmas??), and he put on his official uniform for the first time - white pommel pants and a black step-in, which is basically a leotard worn under the pommel pants. He also has nice warm-ups and a tiny pair of white shorts. His first meet is in Louisville Dec. 6, then he's in Chicago Dec. 19, and St. Louis Jan. 9 - 10. He has a total of 7 meets. He's a funny kid - very relaxed at the idea of competing and performing.