Emmer Green Gymnastic Club
Highdown Sports Centre, Highdown School, Surley Row, Reading, South East, RG4 8LR
“Gymnastics plays as a foundation sport in enabling the natural physical exploration, discovery and development of what our bodies can do, as well as how it builds confidence and character skills.”
Why Choose Emmer Green Gymnastic Club?
Emmer Green Gymnastic Club brings over 35 years of experience in Reading, offering a range of programmes from recreational classes to competitive squads across women's artistic gymnastics, tumbling, and parkour. As a British Gymnastics-affiliated club, you can be confident in the quality of coaching and standards.
About Emmer Green Gymnastic Club
Emmer Green Gymnastic Club has been welcoming young gymnasts in Reading for over 35 years, operating from the Sport Hall at Highdown School. As a British Gymnastics-affiliated club, they specialise in women's artistic gymnastics alongside tumbling, parkour, and freerunning, catering to children from age five upwards through to advanced gymnasts. The club offers both recreational classes on Thursday evenings and invitation-only competitive squad training for those looking to progress further in the sport.
Parents consistently praise the warm, encouraging atmosphere the coaches create. Families speak highly of how welcoming the team is, particularly for children taking their first steps in gymnastics. The club's small, friendly environment means gymnasts receive attentive coaching, and many parents note the confidence their children gain alongside physical skills.
The focus on building character and celebrating what each child's body can achieve resonates strongly with families seeking a supportive introduction to gymnastics in Reading. Demand for places is high, and the club runs a waitlist, so contacting them early is recommended. A trial lesson is available before committing to a term, giving families a chance to see if the club is the right fit.
The venue is fully accessible, with a wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park. From complete beginners curious about cartwheels and handstands through to older gymnasts ready for more structured artistic training, Emmer Green Gymnastic Club offers a strong foundation in a club that truly values each young person's development in the South East.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emmer Green Gymnastic Club
Emmer Green Gymnastic Club welcomes children from age five upwards through to advanced gymnasts at their Highdown School Sport Hall venue in Reading. The club specialises in women's artistic gymnastics and also offers tumbling, parkour and freerunning. Recreational classes run on Thursday evenings for all abilities, while those showing promise may be invited to join the competitive squad programme. With over 35 years of experience, the club provides a clear pathway from beginner level through to advanced gymnastics for young athletes across South East England.
Yes, Emmer Green Gymnastic Club is affiliated with and accredited by British Gymnastics. This affiliation means the club meets national standards for coaching qualifications, safeguarding and facility safety. Parents can feel confident their children are training in a properly regulated environment with qualified coaches, many of whom are former Emmer Green gymnasts themselves, which speaks to the club's welcoming culture and commitment to developing young athletes in Reading.
Emmer Green Gymnastic Club does offer trial sessions for families wanting to see if gymnastics suits their child. This is a sensible first step, especially for children who've never tried the sport before. The club's small, friendly atmosphere helps nervous beginners settle in quickly. The club operates a waitlist for certain classes due to limited availability, so getting in touch early is advisable if you're keen to secure a spot at this established Reading venue.
Emmer Green Gymnastic Club stands apart through its genuinely small, close-knit environment and the fact many of its qualified coaches are former club members, they've grown up in the same gymnasium at Highdown School. With over 35 years serving the Reading community, the club combines recreational and competitive pathways under one roof, offering tumbling and parkour alongside traditional women's artistic gymnastics. Parents tell us the atmosphere is inclusive and encouraging, making it an ideal first club for young gymnasts exploring the sport.
Contact Details
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- Highdown Sports Centre, Highdown School, Surley Row, Reading, South East, RG4 8LR
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