Effects of Developmental Gymnastics on Preschoolers' Motor Skills

The DG exercise program ran from September 15, 2021, to May 15, 2022, in a well-equipped gymnasium. Led by trained teachers and gymnastics experts, sessions were held twice weekly (Tuesday and Thursday) for 60 minutes. The program focused on stability, locomotor skills, and manipulation, introducing children to DG fundamentals. It included circuit and station training, obstacle courses, and gradually increased exercise complexity. Sessions comprised a 15-minute warm-up, a 40-minute main session with skill practice and conditioning, and a 5-minute cool-down. The atmosphere was positive and friendly, with kid-friendly music and adapted procedures from previous research.