Colchester School of Gymnastics
Brinkley Grove Rd, Colchester, East of England, CO4 5DS
“Seeing the Potential in Everyone”
Why Choose Colchester School of Gymnastics?
Colchester School of Gymnastics is a well-established, British Gymnastics affiliated club serving nearly 2,000 gymnasts across the region. Coaches are praised for knowing each child individually and creating a genuinely friendly, inclusive atmosphere where progression is steady and safety is very important, whether your child is exploring movement for the first time or training competitively.
About Colchester School of Gymnastics
Colchester School of Gymnastics serves nearly 2,000 gymnasts of all ages across Colchester and the wider East of England, offering a breadth of programmes rarely matched in the region. This British Gymnastics affiliated club caters for everyone from babies and toddlers through to competitive teenagers and adults, running recreational classes, women's and men's artistic gymnastics, trampoline, and adult sessions alongside dedicated KinderGym and preschool programmes. Baby Gym welcomes the under-twos, Gym Fun suits two-to-four-year-olds, and structured parent-and-toddler sessions give the youngest children a gentle introduction to movement and apparatus.
School-age children can join recreational classes or progress to the club's competitive squads, which are known for developing elite-level gymnasts while maintaining a supportive training environment. Homeschooled families benefit from open-gym sessions, and holiday camps keep children active during school breaks. Parents consistently praise the coaches, describing them as friendly, patient, and excellent at spotting potential in each child.
Families highlight the welcoming atmosphere and note that class sizes remain small enough for no one to feel left out. Many families stay for years: one parent notes their daughter has attended since she was two, evidence of the club's ability to nurture long-term progression. With well over four and a half stars on Google and recognition through GymMark and ClubSX Gold accreditations, Colchester School of Gymnastics has built a strong reputation for quality coaching and inclusive practice.
The club operates as a charitable organisation, a detail that reflects its community focus. Facilities include a viewing area for parents, wheelchair-accessible entrances and toilets, and sessions that run until evening on Saturdays. Families looking for a fun weekly class for a preschooler, serious squad training for an aspiring competitor, or a place for adults to stay active will find the range, coaching experience, and personal touch they need at this Colchester gymnastics centre, which keeps nearly two thousand gymnasts coming back each week.
Class Fees
Fees from £5 per class| Program / Class | Billing | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Gym Fun – crawling sibling (per crawling sibling) | per class | £3 |
| Structured Parent & Toddler – crawling sibling (per crawling sibling) | per class | £3 |
| Baby Gym (per child) | per class | £5 |
| Structured Parent & Toddler (per child) | per class | £6 |
| Junior Freestyle (per child, age 10-15) | per class | £6.50 |
| Adult Gym/Freestyle (per person, age 16+) | per class | £6.50 |
| Home Ed Open Session (per child, age 4-15) | per class | £6.50 |
| Gym Fun (per child) | per class | £7 |
Fees are published by Colchester School of Gymnastics and may change — confirm current rates when enrolling.
What Customers Say on Google
“Coaches know each child individually and create a personal atmosphere where no one gets left out, even during challenging times like lockdowns.”
“Instructors are very friendly and helpful, with well-sized classes and excellent facilities including a viewing balcony for parents.”
“Children progress steadily from age 2 onwards in a safe environment with brilliant coaching and great equipment for preschool-aged gymnasts.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Colchester School of Gymnastics
Colchester School of Gymnastics welcomes children from babyhood, with Baby Gym for under-twos and Gym Fun sessions for two-to-four-year-olds. Parent-and-toddler classes provide a gentle introduction to movement and apparatus, and families tell us their little ones have thrived from age two onwards. The preschool provision is excellent, with age-appropriate equipment and staff who make nervous first-timers feel at ease. Many families in Colchester have been with the club for years, starting when their children were toddlers.
Colchester School of Gymnastics runs competitive squads in women's artistic gymnastics (WAG), men's artistic, and trampoline, and the club is affiliated with British Gymnastics. The coaching team is known for spotting potential and developing elite-level athletes, with progressive training that takes children through recreational classes into serious competition. Parents say the squads are very competitive and the facilities support high-level training, making it a strong choice for children aiming to compete regionally or nationally.
Colchester School of Gymnastics serves nearly 2,000 gymnasts across Colchester and the wider East of England, and demand is high, the club does maintain a waiting list for some programmes. Families tell us it's worth the wait: the quality of coaching, range of disciplines (recreational, artistic, trampoline, and adult classes), and the welcoming, personal atmosphere mean many children stay with the club for years. It's one of the most established clubs in the region.
Colchester School of Gymnastics runs holiday camps during school breaks, which working parents find invaluable for keeping children active and engaged. The club also offers Home Ed Open Sessions for homeschooled children aged four to fifteen, giving them structured gym time with access to apparatus in a supervised, fun environment. Both options are popular locally and provide flexibility for families with varied schedules throughout the year in Colchester.
Parents consistently praise the coaching team at Colchester School of Gymnastics for being friendly, patient, and excellent with children of all abilities. The instructors know each child individually, creating a personal, supportive environment where no one gets left out, whether in small recreational classes or competitive squads. Families say the atmosphere is welcoming and inclusive, and many have stayed for six or seven years running, with children progressing confidently through the programmes and facilities in Colchester.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +44 1206 844188
- Address
- Brinkley Grove Rd, Colchester, East of England, CO4 5DS
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Opening Hours
- Monday
- 9am-8pm
- Tuesday
- 9am-8pm
- Wednesday
- 9am-8pm
- Thursday
- 9am-8pm
- Friday
- 9am-8pm
- Saturday
- 8:45am-7pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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