City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club
20 Westbank St, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH15 1DR
“A safe, fun and friendly environment to learn gymnastics”
Why Choose City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club?
Customers consistently praise City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club for its excellent, caring coaches and welcoming, supportive atmosphere where children build confidence and skills in a safe environment. Affiliated with British Gymnastics and operating across two convenient Edinburgh locations, the club caters to all levels, from absolute beginners to competitive gymnasts, with clear progression pathways.
About City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club
City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club runs recreational and competitive women's artistic gymnastics programmes for children and young people aged five and above across Edinburgh. As a charitable organisation affiliated with the Scottish Gymnastics Association and registered with British Gymnastics, the club operates from two main venues, Broughton High School and James Gillespie's High School, giving families flexibility around location. Classes cater for beginners looking for a fun introduction to gymnastics as well as those with competitive ambitions, with pathways from recreational sessions through to competitive women's artistic squads.
Parents often highlight the club's warm, community feel. Several describe a wonderfully supportive atmosphere where children feel genuinely cared for by coaches who are consistently praised as excellent, lovely, and amazing. Families appreciate how the team balances technical progression, teaching clean form on bars, beam, and vault, with encouragement and safety.
One parent notes that their daughter has been training at the club for six years, a sign of the loyalty the environment builds. Another mentions how the facilities have everything required for women's artistic gymnastics, so that young athletes can develop across all apparatus. The club suits both those new to gymnastics classes in Edinburgh and families seeking a competitive pathway for their child.
The charitable structure means the focus remains on creating an inclusive, positive space where school-age children and teenagers can progress at their own pace, build confidence, and feel part of a welcoming gymnastics community. With qualified coaches working in accessible venues across the city, it's a practical and well-regarded choice for Edinburgh families.
Class Fees
Fees from £6.75 per week| Program / Class | Billing | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Recreational Term Coaching Fee (per session, calculated by number of weeks in term) | per week | £6.75 |
| Annual Club Membership Fee (annual, August to August) | registration_fee | £6 |
| British Gymnastics Annual Membership Fee (annual, August to August) | registration_fee | £25 |
Fees are published by City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club and may change — confirm current rates when enrolling.
What Customers Say on Google
“Fantastic gymnastics club with excellent coaches who provide a fun and enjoyable experience for all levels, from recreational to competitive, in a wonderfully supportive atmosphere.”
“My daughter has been doing gymnastics here for 6 years, building strength, skills, and confidence. The coaches are lovely and she's been really happy.”
“Very friendly and welcoming staff with amazing coaches; it's a great place to develop balance and climbing skills in a safe environment.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club
Yes, City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club runs both recreational classes for children wanting a fun introduction to gymnastics and competitive women's artistic gymnastics squads for those with higher ambitions. The club is affiliated with British Gymnastics and operates across two Edinburgh venues, Broughton High School and James Gillespie's High School, giving families flexibility around location. Parents tell us the club offers clear pathways from beginner recreational sessions through to competitive squads, so children can progress at their own pace. The coaching team is known for being supportive of gymnasts at all levels.
City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club trains on all the core women's artistic apparatus, bars, balance beam and vault, across its two well-equipped venues in Edinburgh. Parents describe the training spaces as large and well-resourced, with everything needed for both recreational and competitive gymnastics. Because the club operates from two high school sites (Broughton and James Gillespie's), families have options depending on which location is more convenient. The setup supports safe skill development from basic techniques right through to advanced competitive work.
Parents consistently describe the coaches at City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club as excellent, lovely and genuinely caring. The club is known for its warm, supportive atmosphere where children build lasting friendships alongside strength, skills and confidence. Families tell us it's a tight-knit community where gymnasts feel looked after and encouraged, whether they're training recreationally or working towards competitions. Parents also appreciate that the club maintains a fun, positive environment, children enjoy coming back week after week, and many stay for years as they progress through the programmes.
City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club welcomes children from around age five upwards, right through the teenage years. The club caters for complete beginners looking for a fun, active hobby as well as those who want to take gymnastics further competitively. Parents tell us their children settle in quickly thanks to the friendly coaching team and inclusive atmosphere. Whether your child is brand new to the sport or already has some experience, the club offers appropriate classes and clear progression routes across its two Edinburgh venues.
Yes, City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club is affiliated with both the Scottish Gymnastics Association and British Gymnastics, so it meets national standards for coaching and safeguarding. All coaches are qualified to British Gymnastics standards, giving parents. Families describe the club as a safe, well-run environment where children are carefully supervised and supported. As a registered charity, the club focuses on providing quality coaching in a positive, community-minded setting. Parents consistently report feeling confident their children are in good hands.
Contact Details
- Address
- 20 Westbank St, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH15 1DR
How City of Edinburgh Gymnastics Club Compares
in Edinburgh
More reviews than 62% of gymnastics clubs in Edinburgh
Competitive Squads — 1 of 2 in Edinburgh
Praised Coaches — 1 of 3 in Edinburgh
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Broughton High School, James Gillespie's High School
