Flips Gymnastics Club
The Hive, McDonald Ct, High View, Hatfield, East of England, AL10 8HR
Why Choose Flips Gymnastics Club?
Flips Gymnastics Club offers a broad range of gymnastics programmes, from KinderGym for preschoolers through to competitive squads, all delivered under one roof in Hatfield. Accredited by British Gymnastics, the club combines recreational and artistic gymnastics with a distinctive strength in acrobatic coaching, giving families genuine choice and specialist expertise in the East of England.
About Flips Gymnastics Club
Flips Gymnastics Club has been a fixture in Hatfield for nearly four decades, offering children from four years upwards a full gymnastics programme across recreational classes, competitive squads, and specialist disciplines. Affiliated with British Gymnastics, the club combines women's artistic gymnastics with a strong emphasis on acrobatic gymnastics, making it a standout option in the East of England for families seeking variety and quality coaching under one roof. The club runs KinderGym classes for preschoolers, introducing the youngest gymnasts to movement, balance, and coordination in a playful, structured environment.
As children progress, they can move into recreational artistic gymnastics or explore acrobatic gymnastics, where partnership work and dynamic tumbling take centre stage. For those showing talent and commitment, competitive squads provide a pathway to regional and national competition in both artistic and acrobatic disciplines. Founded by Sue West and Jenny Pritchard, both former Great Britain representatives in competitive and acrobatic gymnastics, the club has grown to over 300 members while maintaining a close-knit, supportive atmosphere.
Coaches draw on decades of competitive experience, and the focus remains on developing strong technical foundations alongside confidence and teamwork. The centre is wheelchair accessible, with onsite parking and facilities that cater comfortably to a busy weekly timetable. Whether a child is starting out in KinderGym or training for competition, Flips Gymnastics Club offers a well-established, welcoming base in Hatfield where young gymnasts can build skills, enjoy the sport, and thrive at their own pace.
Frequently Asked Questions About Flips Gymnastics Club
Flips Gymnastics Club welcomes children from four years old, starting with their KinderGym programme for preschoolers. These early classes focus on movement, balance and coordination in a fun, structured setting, giving little ones a solid foundation before they progress into recreational or competitive pathways. It's a popular choice for families in Hatfield looking to introduce gymnastics early.
Yes, Flips Gymnastics Club runs competitive squads in both women's artistic gymnastics and acrobatic gymnastics. With a strong competitive heritage, the founders represented Great Britain, the club is well-placed to nurture young gymnasts with ambitions beyond recreational level. It's the only club in Hatfield offering a competitive programme, making it a key destination for families seeking that pathway.
Yes, Flips Gymnastics Club is affiliated with and accredited by British Gymnastics, ensuring that all coaching and training meet national standards. This affiliation gives parents confidence that their children are learning in a safe, professionally managed environment, whether they're in preschool classes or working towards competitive levels.
Flips Gymnastics Club places particular emphasis on acrobatic gymnastics alongside traditional artistic disciplines, which is relatively uncommon in the East of England. Founded by two former GB acrobatic gymnasts, the club brings specialist knowledge to partnership work and dynamic tumbling. Families tell us it's a brilliant option for children who enjoy collaborative, creative movement alongside individual skills.
Flips Gymnastics Club has been a fixture in Hatfield since 1985, making it one of the most established clubs in the area with nearly four decades of experience. Now serving over 300 members, the club's longevity and growth reflect its strong reputation among local families for quality coaching and a welcoming atmosphere across recreational and competitive levels.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +44 7816 769188
- Address
- The Hive, McDonald Ct, High View, Hatfield, East of England, AL10 8HR
