The Framework
Every skill, every class, every progression at E5 is organized around five elemental principles. Physical and personal development woven together from day one.
Earth
Strength. Stability. Showing up.
Foundation-building. Consistency over flash. Strength comes from showing up physically and mentally even when it's hard.
"Show up. Do the work."
Water
Adaptability. Flow. Resilience.
When a skill doesn't come easily, water-thinking means adjusting your approach rather than forcing or quitting.
"Bend. Don't break."
Fire
Intensity. Courage. Full Effort.
Fire moments are when kids commit fully to a scary skill, a hard conversation, or something they've never tried before.
"Go all in."
Air
Creativity. Lightness. Expression.
Once foundations are solid, air is the freedom to explore, invent, and bring a unique style to movement.
"Make it yours."
Void
Presence. Awareness. Potential.
The void is stillness within movement, the ability to focus, reset, and be fully in the moment with yourself and others.
"Be here. Be aware."
Train the Body. Sharpen the Mind.
The elements aren't labels. They're a language your kid will use to talk about who they're becoming.
Every class weaves physical and character training together. Skills are the medium, not the point.
Coaches use the five elements as a feedback language, so kids hear "that was fire" and know exactly what it means.
Parents tell us the change isn't just physical. It's the way their kid walks into a room.
What We Offer
Every program runs on the Five Elements framework. The physical skills are the medium. Character development is the point.
Parkour · Tumbling · Ninja Training
The flagship E5 program. A 9-level progression system that builds real movement skills alongside the grit, courage, and focus to use them. Kids earn levels, not just stickers.
Trampoline · Tumbling · Tricking
For kids who can't get enough flips. Tx3 focuses on trampoline skills, tumbling progressions, and tricking: the art of combining acrobatics with style and creativity.
Grace · Strength · Expression
Soar above the rest. Aerial silks builds extraordinary upper-body strength, spatial awareness, and artistic expression while learning to move beautifully through the air.
Movement · Play · Foundation
Where it all begins. Mini Ninjas introduces the youngest movers to jumping, rolling, climbing, and balancing through play-based movement. Big confidence built in small bodies.
Performance Troupe
E5's elite performance team. Echo students train and perform at a higher level with events, travel, and real-world performance experience. Auditions held annually.
Not sure where to start?
Every kid is different. Reach out and we'll point you in the right direction. No pressure.
Get in touch →Class times, days, and availability for all programs.
Monthly tuition, drop-in options, and how to get started.
What's Coming
Opening
Fall
2026
A brand new 6,000 sq ft facility being built directly behind our current location in Salida. Bigger space. More programs. The same E5 that Chaffee County families already know.
Full competition-grade spring floor for tumbling and acrobatics.
High ceiling rig for aerial silks, lyra, and rope work.
Room to grow every program and add new ones.
Dedicated trampoline zone for Tx3 and NinFit progressions.
Dedicated calisthenics corner and martial arts dojo space.
Founding Membership
Founding members lock in rates before the new facility opens and help shape what E5 becomes. Spots are limited and this offer closes before the doors open.
Become a Founding Member →Membership Tiers
Earth
Individual founding support
Water
Family founding support
Fire
Community champion
Air
Lead sponsor recognition
Void
By conversation only
Tier investment levels, naming rights, and benefits are outlined in our facility expansion overview.
Download Facility Overview PDF →What's On
Special Event
April 17 · 5:30 to 8:30 PM
Drop the kids with us for a supervised evening of movement, games, and fun. Parents get a night off. Kids get the gym to themselves.
Sign up →Camp
Summer 2026 · Dates TBD
A full week of parkour, tumbling, and ninja training for ages 5 to 12. Half-day and full-day options available.
Currently FullPerformance
June 13 and 14
Come watch our elite performance troupe take the floor. Two nights of movement, artistry, and everything E5 has been building toward.
Details coming soonWhat Families Say
5.0 · Google Reviews
"There are not enough incredible words to describe the Lobecks and Elemental 5. They are truly awesome and passionate individuals and that pours into all those who get to learn from them. My daughter spent 2 years at another gym and was not advancing the way she hoped — within a week at Elemental, not just her skills but her mindset grew. They not only teach skills of body but also foster skills of heart and mind as well."
Melissa Deemer
"My grandsons love Elemental 5! They have fun and work hard. Mat chats focusing on a word of the week is a great element of the classes too. Instructors and owners are fantastic."
Sue Granger
"Elemental 5 is amazing! We've hosted a birthday party there, joined a kids camp and have attended many open gyms. Joe, Lexee and Josh make the kids feel welcomed and seen — the three of them make this gym what it is. Thanks for providing a fun, safe space for the kids of Chaffee County!"
Brittany Tognacci
"Brought my daughter by for an instructional class. She's new to all this and can be a bit apprehensive. The coaches were so patient, funny, and instantly made her comfortable. They cater each skill to each kid to help them learn at their own comfort level. Love the encouragement! Salida needed a place like this — thank you!"
Raimi Kaan
"Took grandkids there and WOW!!! Visionaries at work for all around healthy kids."
Monica Lillich