Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena
12A Woodside Rd Industrial Estate, Ballymena, Northern Ireland, BT42 4QJ
“Gymnastics for all, Ballymena”
Why Choose Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena?
Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena is a British Gymnastics and Gymnastics Ireland affiliated club with a strong reputation for patient, caring coaching across all age groups and abilities. Parents consistently praise the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and the real progress children make, both as gymnasts and in confidence and friendships. The club actively supports children with additional needs, making it an inclusive choice for families across Northern Ireland.
About Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena
Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena is a British Gymnastics and Gymnastics Ireland affiliated club offering gymnastics classes for all ages and abilities across Northern Ireland. Based in Ballymena, the club caters to everyone from toddlers through to teenagers, with programmes spanning recreational fun classes, competitive squads, and KinderGym for the youngest gymnasts. With a near-perfect Google rating from 25 reviews, Valdez has built a strong reputation locally for its welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and skilled coaching team. Parents consistently praise the coaches for their patience, encouragement, and genuine care for each child.
The team is described as professional, approachable, and great at making children feel at ease, from first toddler sessions through to competitive levels. Many families highlight how much their children have grown in confidence, strength, and skill since joining, with one parent noting their daughter calls Valdez her "safe space". The club is particularly inclusive, going out of its way to support children with additional needs; parents of children with ASD and disabilities have shared how welcomed and encouraged their children feel. The facilities at Valdez are among the best equipped in Northern Ireland, featuring a vast array of apparatus including bars, beam, vault, and a foam pit.
The club offers open-gym play sessions alongside structured classes, giving children extra opportunities to explore and build their skills in a fun environment. For those interested in competitive gymnastics, Valdez provides clear pathways through awards and competitions, nurturing young gymnasts on their journey from beginner to squad level. The club's affiliation with Special Olympics Ireland highlights its commitment to gymnastics for all. Families value the friendly, supportive culture at Valdez.
The club offers toddler classes, school-age recreational gymnastics, and competitive training for teenagers in a welcoming environment where children can thrive. Parents describe it as good value, with a real sense that every child matters and every achievement is celebrated.
What Customers Say on Google
“Coaches show great patience with the kids, and the facilities are brilliant. Parents report being very happy to send their children there.”
“A daughter who lacked confidence gained it significantly after joining, along with friendships and a real sense of belonging at the club.”
“Staff are friendly and amazing with the kids, making children feel at ease. There's lots to do, including the play gym.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena
Yes, Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena runs KinderGym classes for toddlers and preschoolers, welcoming children from as young as tots. Parents tell us their little ones feel at ease from their very first session, thanks to the patient, encouraging coaching team. The club's friendly atmosphere helps even the youngest gymnasts settle in quickly, building confidence and motor skills through fun, age-appropriate activities.
Absolutely. Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena is affiliated with Special Olympics Ireland and is known locally for its inclusive approach. Parents of children with ASD and other disabilities have shared with us how welcomed and supported their children feel at the club. The coaches are praised for their patience and genuine care, adapting sessions so every child can thrive in a safe, encouraging environment.
Yes, the club runs competitive Women's Artistic gymnastics squads for committed gymnasts, with training available up to 16 hours per week. Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena was awarded British Gymnastics Northern Ireland Club of the Year in 2022, and is affiliated with British Gymnastics. Parents tell us their daughters have grown enormously as gymnasts here, competing regularly and building lasting friendships. The coaching team is skilled at motivating children at every level, from participation through to high-performance pathways.
The club has recently moved to larger premises in Ballymena and is well-equipped with bars, balance beam, vault, and a foam pit for safe skill progression. Parents describe the facility as excellent, with a vast array of equipment that supports both recreational and competitive training. The expanded space also allows Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena to offer open play gym sessions, which local families find handy for letting children explore and burn off energy in a supervised setting.
The coaching team at Valdez Gymnastics Ballymena is consistently praised by parents for being patient, friendly, and brilliant at building children's confidence. Many families tell us their daughters arrived feeling unsure or anxious and quickly settled in, gaining belief in themselves and their abilities. The club's warm, family-oriented atmosphere helps children feel genuinely cared for, some even see their coaches as an extended family. Parents feel confident leaving their children in the team's care, week after week.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +44 7802 636949
- Address
- 12A Woodside Rd Industrial Estate, Ballymena, Northern Ireland, BT42 4QJ
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 10am-8:30pm
- Tuesday
- 1:45-8:30pm
- Wednesday
- 10am-9pm
- Thursday
- 1:45-8:30pm
- Friday
- 11am-9pm
- Saturday
- 8:45am-3pm
- Sunday
- 9am-3pm
