Germany, Netherlands and UK
High demand regions
Your business future inspiring the next generation
We’re looking for ambitious people across Europe to bring The Little Gym to their community.
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Why Become an Owner?
Combine your passion with being a business owner
Enjoy the freedom to build your own legacy. Benefit from pre -and-post-opening support and gain personal fulfilment.
Join a global franchise network
Be part of a 400-strong franchise family that offers advice, support, community, and nearly 50 years of proven success.
Change lives
Inspire and empower children to grow in confidence, build skills, and thrive through movement, play and fun
We unleash every child’s potential
We make learning inspirational and fun, using gymnastics as a conduit for nurturing the whole child. We call this 3-dimensional learning.
About Us
Emotional skills
Emotional well-being is key for any child and lasts a lifetime, far beyond the gym. It’s all part of the magic we call Brain Boost.
Decision making, focus, self-regulation
Physical development
Gymnastics but done differently! Small classes which are adapted to every age and skill, with expert instructors who inspire and encourage.
Strength, flexibility, coordination
Social skills
We not only help kids discover themselves, but also how to interact with others. So crucial in this digital age!
Confidence, teamwork, leadership
Our Method
Play-based learning
Children learn best through play. Our structured classes use play-based activities to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.
Continuous curriculum
Our curriculum grows with your child, from 4 months to 12 years, building skills through engaging monthly themes that challenge and inspire!
Growth-oriented environment
Fun, personal attention and celebration of their achievement helps to unlock each child’s potential, one roll at a time.
Since 1976, we have built a global fanbase
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Members in Europe
Peek Inside Some of Our 38 Gyms
Köln (D)
Est. 2020
Meet Our Owners
Amy Perkins
The Little Gym Harpenden, Hampton Hill and Camberley
At The Little Gym, we playfully nurture physical, emotional, and social growth in kids while empowering owners to inspire communities and grow thriving businesses
Luisa Loiola Da Silva
The Little Gym Bonn
As a teacher and parent, I saw The Little Gym’s unique impact with my own daughter. I’m proud to bring this incredible experience to families in Bonn.
Martin Petrov
The Little Gym Sofia South and Sofia East
At The Little Gym, I fell in love with a concept that transforms families' lives. I’m proud to have pioneered this joy and growth in Bulgaria.
Are you the right fit?
If we sound like the right opportunity for you, discover the steps to become an owner.
Passion for child development
Member-first commercial mindset
Strong interpersonal skills
Entrepreneurial spirit
Financial acumen
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