Dan Purvis Gymnastics
Esplanade, Southport, North West, PR8 1RR
“Show off your talent”
Why Choose Dan Purvis Gymnastics?
Dan Purvis Gymnastics is an accredited British Gymnastics club run by an Olympic medallist, offering recreational and women's artistic gymnastics for children aged 5 to 15 at Formby High School. The badge-and-certificate progression system provides clear milestones and recognition of achievement as young gymnasts develop their skills in a fun, encouraging environment.
About Dan Purvis Gymnastics
Dan Purvis Gymnastics is a British Gymnastics, registered club in Southport, North West England, established in 2016 by Olympic and World Championships medallist Dan Purvis. The club specialises in gymnastics classes for children aged 5 to 15, with sessions held at Formby High School in the Sefton region and delivered by Dan and his coaching team in a fun, encouraging environment. The club offers both recreational gymnastics and women's artistic gymnastics programmes.
Young gymnasts progress through a badge-and-certificate system that tracks their development through the basics of the sport, giving children clear milestones and a sense of achievement as they master new skills. Classes are designed to build confidence, strength, and coordination in a supportive setting where every child is encouraged to show off their talent. Dan Purvis Gymnastics caters to primary- and secondary-school-age children, making it a solid choice for families in Southport, Formby, and the wider Sefton area looking for quality gymnastics instruction led by an internationally experienced coach.
The venue at Formby High School is wheelchair accessible and equipped with toilets, and the club is known for being good for kids. Whether a child is new to gymnastics or looking to progress further in women's artistic, the club provides a structured, enjoyable introduction to the sport under the guidance of a coach who has competed at the highest level.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dan Purvis Gymnastics
Dan Purvis Gymnastics welcomes children aged 5 to 15 at their Formby High School venue. The club offers a structured pathway that suits primary and secondary school-aged gymnasts, from those just starting out to youngsters ready for more advanced skills. Classes are designed to match developmental stages, so your child will train alongside peers of a similar age and ability level in a supportive, fun environment.
Yes, Dan Purvis Gymnastics is affiliated with and accredited by British Gymnastics. This means the club meets national standards for coaching qualifications, safety protocols, and programme quality. Parents can be confident their child is learning in a recognised, professionally run environment where coaches follow best-practice guidelines and gymnasts can progress through official development pathways.
Dan Purvis Gymnastics runs both recreational gymnastics and women's artistic gymnastics (WAG) programmes at Formby High School. The recreational classes are ideal if your child wants to learn the fundamentals in a fun, low-pressure setting, while the WAG programme suits those interested in progressing further with vault, bars, beam, and floor disciplines. Both pathways use a badge-and-certificate system to celebrate each child's achievements.
Classes are delivered by founder Dan Purvis, an Olympic and World Championships medallist, alongside his coaching team. Dan established the club in 2016 to share his passion for gymnastics with young people in the North West. Parents appreciate that their children are learning from coaches with elite-level experience and a genuine commitment to making gymnastics accessible, encouraging, and enjoyable for all abilities.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +44 7763 003631
- Address
- Esplanade, Southport, North West, PR8 1RR
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Business Details
- Service Areas
- Formby High School



