Viva Gymnastics Club (Portsmouth)
John Pounds Centre, 23 Queen St, Portsmouth, South East, PO1 3HN
“Making Gymnastics Accessible for Every Child”
Why Choose Viva Gymnastics Club (Portsmouth)?
Customers consistently highlight Viva's patient, kind, and encouraging coaches who prioritise children's wellbeing and development. Operating across Portsmouth with inclusive provision for all abilities, the club builds genuine enthusiasm for gymnastics through a genuinely welcoming, family-oriented environment.
About Viva Gymnastics Club (Portsmouth)
Viva Gymnastics Club brings gymnastics to children and teenagers across Portsmouth, operating from two locations in Hilsea and at the John Pounds Centre. As a registered charity, the club welcomes children from walking age right through to fifteen, offering recreational classes, competitive squads, women's artistic gymnastics, and tumbling programmes. Qualified British Gymnastics coaches lead sessions using a well-equipped facility that includes a tumble track, double mini trampoline, overground pits, bars, beam, vault, and trampolines.
The club's Little Stars programme introduces preschoolers and toddlers to gymnastics in a safe, playful environment, while school-age children can progress through recreational classes or join competitive squads for those aiming higher. Viva also provides inclusive sessions for children with disabilities and additional needs, reflecting the club's commitment to making gymnastics accessible for every child. Holiday camps and birthday parties round out the offerings, with one parent describing their son's fifth birthday party as brilliantly organised and great value.
Parents consistently praise the coaches as patient, kind, and encouraging. Several reviews describe a supportive gym family atmosphere where children genuinely look forward to attending, with one family noting their children happily come three times a week. The club's near-perfect Google rating reflects this warmth and the progress children make under the team's care.
Trial sessions are available at both venues, giving families a chance to experience the coaching and facilities firsthand. For families in Portsmouth and the wider South East searching for gymnastics classes that combine strong technical coaching with a genuinely welcoming environment, Viva Gymnastics Club offers a thoughtful, inclusive approach to the sport.
Class Fees
Fees from £25 per month| Program / Class | Billing | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Little Stars Pre-School Gym Explorers (per month) | per month | £25 |
| 1-hour FUNdamentals Gym ~ John Pounds (per month, plus £12 one-off registration fee) | per month | £25 |
| 1-hr Introduction to Gymnastics ~ Hilsea (per month, plus £12 one-off registration fee) | per month | £30 |
| 2-hour Gymnastics ~ John Pounds (per month, plus £12 one-off registration fee) | per month | £45 |
| 2-hour Gymnastics ~ Hilsea (per month, plus £12 one-off registration fee) | per month | £50 |
| 3-hour Progressional (per month, plus £12 one-off registration fee) | per month | £65 |
| 3-hour Squad (per month, plus £12 one-off registration fee) | per month | £65 |
| Summer Sizzler ~ Extra Training Sessions (from) | other | £7.50 |
| Talent ID Trial Session | trial_class | £10 |
| FUNdamentals Gym registration fee (one-off) | registration_fee | £12 |
| 1-hour Trial Sessions ~ John Pounds (two 1-hour sessions, valid for 2 weeks) | trial_class | £20 |
| 1-hour Trial Sessions ~ Hilsea (two 1-hour sessions, valid for 2 weeks) | trial_class | £25 |
Fees are published by Viva Gymnastics Club (Portsmouth) and may change — confirm current rates when enrolling. (+2 more on the club's website.)
What Customers Say on Google
“Parents consistently praise the coaches as supportive, kind, and encouraging from day one, with children enthusiastic about attending multiple times per week.”
“The club creates a welcoming, family-oriented environment where children's wellbeing is the priority, building genuine confidence and love for gymnastics.”
“Birthday parties at Viva are well-organised and offer excellent value, with children thoroughly enjoying the experience and coaches remaining attentive throughout.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Viva Gymnastics Club (Portsmouth)
Viva Gymnastics Club runs Little Stars classes for preschoolers and toddlers from walking age, introducing the fundamentals of gymnastics through playful, structured sessions at both the Hilsea and John Pounds Centre locations. Parents tell us their little ones love the soft-play environment and patient coaching. The club offers trial sessions so you can see if it's the right fit before committing to a term, handy for gauging how your child settles in.
Viva Gymnastics Club is a registered charity that actively welcomes children of all abilities, including those with disabilities and additional needs, across its programmes in Portsmouth. The coaching team is experienced in adapting sessions to suit individual requirements, and families appreciate the inclusive, supportive atmosphere. If your child has specific needs, the club encourages you to get in touchso they can discuss how best to support their participation and confidence.
Viva Gymnastics Club hosts birthday parties at its Hilsea venue, and local families say they're a hit with young children. The team organises the activities, provides food and cake, and handles decorations, taking the stress out of planning. Parents tell us the coaches are attentive and keep the children engaged on apparatus like the tumble track and trampolines, and guests leave buzzing. It's a popular option for an active, fun celebration in Portsmouth.
Viva Gymnastics Club runs recreational classes and competitive squads for school-age children right through to fifteen-year-olds. The competitive pathway includes women's artistic gymnastics and tumbling, with dedicated squad training for those aiming to compete. The club trains on well-equipped apparatus, tumble track, bars, beam, vault, and trampolines, and families say the coaches are encouraging and supportive, helping children build skills and confidence whether they're training for fun or competition.
Viva Gymnastics Club runs holiday camps during school breaks, including summer sessions that local families find convenient for keeping children active and engaged. The camps offer extra training and skill development on the club's full range of apparatus at its Portsmouth locations. Parents appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and the chance for their children to build on term-time learning while having fun with friends in a structured, supervised environment.
Contact Details
- Address
- John Pounds Centre, 23 Queen St, Portsmouth, South East, PO1 3HN
How Viva Gymnastics Club (Portsmouth) Compares
in Portsmouth
7 reviews on Google
Holiday Camps — 1 of 2 in Portsmouth
Trial Class — 1 of 3 in Portsmouth
Opening Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 4-8pm
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 9am-1pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Skill Centre, Limberline Spur, Hilsea, John Pounds Centre, Queen Street, Portsmouth
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