PHD Fundamentals gymnastics club
The Gytes Leisure, Walker's Haugh, Peebles, Scotland, EH45 8GL
“Physical Healthy Development”
Why Choose PHD Fundamentals gymnastics club?
PHD Fundamentals is a British Gymnastics-affiliated charity club serving the Scottish Borders with a proven track record, growing from 10 members to nearly 300 gymnasts since 2011. The club offers a full range of disciplines from recreational classes to competitive squads, with fully qualified coaching led by Head Coach Lori, ensuring safe progression for children at every level.
About PHD Fundamentals gymnastics club
PHD Fundamentals is a charity-led gymnastics club established in 2011, serving children and families across Peebles, Galashiels, and the Scottish Borders. The club is affiliated with British Gymnastics and participates in the Scottish Gymnastics Regional pathway, offering a full range of disciplines including women's and men's artistic gymnastics, recreational classes, competitive squads, trampoline, acrobatic gymnastics, and display work. Under the leadership of Head Coach Lori and a team of fully qualified coaches, PHD Fundamentals has grown from a small group of 10 members to nearly 300 gymnasts, reflecting its strong reputation in the region.
The club welcomes children from as young as three, with KinderGym classes designed specifically for preschoolers to develop fundamental movement skills through playful, structured sessions. From there, recreational gymnastics provides a fun and supportive introduction to the sport, while competitive squads offer a pathway for those who show ability and ambition, with access to regional competitions and progressive training. The club trains on competition-standard trampolines and covers disciplines that include double mini trampoline, giving young gymnasts varied opportunities to explore different aspects of the sport.
With venues in both Peebles and Galashiels, PHD Fundamentals is well-placed to serve families across the Scottish Borders. The club's wheelchair-accessible car park and facilities reflect its commitment to inclusivity, making gymnastics accessible to a wide range of children. From KinderGym through to competitive training and beyond, PHD Fundamentals offers a welcoming, well-established environment where young gymnasts can develop physically, socially, and confidently.
Frequently Asked Questions About PHD Fundamentals gymnastics club
PHD Fundamentals welcomes children from nursery age upwards, starting with KinderGym classes for preschoolers as young as three. The club has grown to serve nearly 300 gymnasts across Peebles and the Scottish Borders, offering pathways from these early movement classes right through to competitive squads for older children. Whether your little one is just starting out or looking to progress, there's a programme to suit their stage.
Yes, PHD Fundamentals runs competitive squads across several disciplines, including women's and men's artistic gymnastics, trampoline, acrobatic gymnastics, and double mini trampoline. The club participates in the Scottish Gymnastics Regional pathway, so gymnasts showing promise can progress through structured competitions. Under Head Coach Lori and the team of fully qualified coaches, competitive members receive focused training to develop their skills at a higher level.
Yes, PHD Fundamentals is affiliated with British Gymnastics, which means the club meets national standards for coaching qualifications, safety protocols, and programme delivery. This affiliation also enables the club's competitive gymnasts to enter official competitions through the Scottish Gymnastics Regional pathway, giving families confidence that their children are training in a recognised and well-structured environment.
Yes, PHD Fundamentals operates across multiple venues to serve families in Peebles, Galashiels, and the wider Scottish Borders. This multi-site approach helps the club accommodate its growing membership of nearly 300 gymnasts and makes it easier for families in different towns to access quality coaching without long journeys. Contact the club directly to find out which venue runs the classes that suit your child's age and ability.
Contact Details
- Address
- The Gytes Leisure, Walker's Haugh, Peebles, Scotland, EH45 8GL
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Peebles, Galashiels
