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The Little Gym wants you and your children to learn and grow inside and outside of the gym! Our ideas, insights, and tips will help you keep your kids happy, healthy, and on the right track.

Fresh ideas, insights, and tips from The Little Gym

How to Teach Baby to Walk
As your little one grows and explores the world around them, learning to walk is a significant achievement that marks a new stage of independence and mobility. Whether your baby is just beginning to pull themselves up to a standing position or is on the verge of...

The Best Kids Gym Experience
In a world where kids are constantly on the move and full of boundless energy, finding the perfect outlet for their active imaginations can be a challenge. That's where The Little Gym comes in – a haven of fun, fitness, and boundless possibilities for children of all...

Mommy and Me Classes at The Little Gym
Searching for "mommy and me classes near me" that are unlike your average music classes and dance classes? Parent-child classes at The Little Gym could be just what you're looking for. Mommy and me classes are the ideal opportunity to bond with your child while...

How Mommy and Me Activities Benefit Your Child
Searching for "mom and me activities near me"? You've made the right call! There are so many amazing benefits associated with mommy and me classes that you and your little one can look forward to that art museums and yoga studios can't always match. How Mommy and Me...

KOIN 6 Highlights The Many Benefits of Indoor Activities at The Little Gym
In a recent feature on KOIN 6 in Oregon, the advantages of year-round indoor activities at The Little Gym were highlighted, featuring insights from Vancouver owner Christy Dunbar.

Teaching Children the Importance of Self-Love with Taryn Parker
In the spirit of February being the Month of Love and Kindness, Taryn Parker, Director of Curriculum & Training for The Little Gym International, sat down with NBC News Daily to share her wisdom on teaching children the importance of self-love. In a heartwarming...

Unleashing Halloween Magic: How Imaginative Play Fuels Child Development
It's that bewitching time of the year again – Halloween! While spooky decorations and candy may be the first things that come to mind, there's another enchanting aspect to consider: the magic of imaginative play. Halloween, with its costumes and imaginative tales, is...

From Cartwheels to Confidence: How Gymnastics Shapes Your Child’s Development
National Gymnastics Day is in September, and we at The Little Gym wanted to shine a light on the transformative role gymnastics plays in the life of a child. Beyond the joyous leaps and twirls, it's about crafting a foundation for a healthier and more confident...

Back to School Bliss: 5 Stress Relievers for Kids
The unmistakable scent of fall and the excitement in the air signal one thing – it’s back-to-school season! While the return to school marks a new chapter full of discoveries and friendships, it can also usher in a whirlwind of change and, for many, a dose of stress....

Teamwork Activities for Kids
Being a team player isn’t just an important trait for the playing field. Children who are team players show increased levels of problem solving, communication, cooperation, listening, self-esteem, and leadership. The teamwork skills children learn from being team...