The Little Gym

our story

This year marks 50 years since The Little Gym first opened its doors and what a journey it’s been! What started as a single space dedicated to helping kids build strength and confidence has grown into a global community of families, instructors, and local business owners all committed to one thing: nurturing the whole child, one cartwheel at a time.

About us

A History
of Serious Fun

An innovative educator, musician, and kinesiologist, The Little Gym founder Robin Wes envisioned a nurturing place where children could explore their physical development, while also growing socially, emotionally, and intellectually.

He opened the first The Little Gym in 1976 in Bellevue, Washington, and infused those early classes with the same positive, non-competitive spirit that characterizes us today.

We’re proud to have been the OG of childhood development long before it trended online, and even prouder to grow alongside the mindful parents, passionate team members, and incredible kids who make this mission matter every day.

What Is Our Secret Sauce?

Our environment is F-U-N, but our purpose is SERIOUS. That’s why we embrace a proprietary philosophy called Three-Dimensional Learning, in which physical activity is a conduit for nurturing your whole child. The Three-Dimensional Learning approach to skill development means that every class we offer fosters growth in three holistic dimensions: Get Moving, Brain Boost, and Citizen Kid.

Get Moving

Developing flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination through varied physical activities and gymnastics skills.

Brain Boost

Nurturing listening skills, concentration and decision-making that benefit your child well beyond the gym.

Citizen Kid

Promoting sharing, teamwork, cooperation, and leadership through spending time with friends and peers.

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Experience The Little Gym Difference

From 4 months through 12 years, programs at The Little Gym are designed to get kids moving, boost their brainpower, and with an emphasis on social and emotional learning AND improve the people skills they’ll need for tomorrow, today.

Discover how the power of gymnastics with purpose can build courage, resilience, and joy in your child!

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FEATURED REVIEWS

When kids are happy, parents are happy. Hear from our members and see why parents love The Little Gym.

Love Little Gym Plano. We have been bringing our son here for over a year and the teachers, management, program, and facilities are very good!

Neal Patel

The little gym has been great for teaching not only motor skills, but also listening, waiting in line, interacting with other kids and teachers. Teacher Ally is the best. So patient and kind. Low pressure, high warmth. Great experience!

Karissa Sinai-Yunker

Such amazing and caring coaches, our kids don’t want to leave! The birthday we had here was perfect and the team made it so easy. Such an amazing addition to BCS for families!