Somersault
B St Catherines Pk, Pengam Rd, Cardiff, Wales, CF24 2RZ
“Enhance Skills & Fun”
Why Choose Somersault?
Customers consistently praise Somersault's friendly, encouraging coaching staff and welcoming atmosphere where children build confidence and genuinely enjoy their sessions. The club offers excellent value with convenient facilities in Cardiff, catering to everyone from toddlers through to adults across recreational and competitive pathways.
About Somersault
Somersault is an award-winning gymnastics club in Cardiff, recognised as Welsh Gymnastics Club of the Year and serving over 800 members across the Welsh capital. With classes spanning toddlers through to adults, the club offers a welcoming environment for anyone looking to start or continue their gymnastics journey in South Wales. The club runs a full range of programmes. Pre-school and KinderGym classes introduce the youngest gymnasts, from walking age, to foundational movement skills in a fun, supportive setting.
Recreational classes for school-age children and teenagers focus on building strength, flexibility, and confidence, while the women's artistic gymnastics programme provides structured training on bars, beam, vault, and floor. For those with competitive ambitions, Somersault offers squad pathways with opportunities for progression, and adult gymnastics sessions cater to grown-ups seeking fitness, skill development, or a return to the sport. Facilities include a foam pit, asymmetric bars, balance beams, trampolines, and a tumble track, giving gymnasts plenty of apparatus to explore. The club also hosts birthday parties and runs holiday camps during school breaks, making it a popular choice for families throughout the year.
Parents frequently mention the club's friendly, encouraging atmosphere. The coaching team, qualified and DBS-checked, earns praise for creating a comfortable environment where children of all ages feel supported and motivated. One adult gymnast highlighted coach Ryan's calm, approachable manner during a one-to-one session, while others note the staff's genuine care in helping young gymnasts progress at their own pace. Classes are well-attended, and parents recommend contacting the club early to secure a place.
With good value, a convenient Cardiff location, and a track record that includes Welsh Gymnastics recognition, Somersault is a well-used gymnastics club for families and adults alike across the region. The club operates weekend sessions, with Saturday and Sunday classes running from morning through to late afternoon.
Class Fees
Fees from £6 per class| Program / Class | Billing | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-school class (per child, pay on arrival) | per class | £6 |
Fees are published by Somersault and may change — confirm current rates when enrolling.
What Customers Say on Google
“Staff are described as incredible and encouraging, creating a supportive atmosphere where children feel comfortable and enjoy their classes.”
“Parents report excellent value for money, combined with a well-maintained venue and convenient location in Cardiff.”
“The club offers a welcoming introduction to gymnastics, with children enthusiastically returning week after week.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Somersault
Somersault caters for children from walking age upwards, with dedicated KinderGym and pre-school classes designed to introduce toddlers and preschoolers to foundational movement skills in a fun, supportive environment. From there, the club offers recreational gymnastics for school-age children and teenagers, plus competitive women's artistic squads and even adult classes. It's a genuinely multi-generational club, so families often find they can all train under one roof in Cardiff.
Somersault's Cardiff facility is equipped with bars, balance beam, trampolines, a tumble track, and a foam pit, everything needed for a thorough gymnastics experience. Parents tell us the venue is well maintained and clean, and there's a café area with seating where you can watch and wait comfortably during your child's session. The range of apparatus supports both recreational fun and competitive training pathways.
Yes, Somersault hosts children's birthday parties at its Cardiff venue. Parents report that the parties are a hit, giving kids the chance to bounce, tumble and play on professional gymnastics equipment in a safe, supervised setting. It's worth contacting the club directly to check availability and to discuss party packages, as classes can be busy.
Somersault does run holiday camps during school breaks, which are popular with working parents looking for active, structured childcare in Cardiff. The club's classes are generally full, so families tell us it's wise to get in touchearly to secure a spot, whether for term-time classes or holiday programmes. The coaching team is known for being encouraging and welcoming, so nervous first-timers settle in quickly.
Somersault is affiliated with Gymnastics Australia and offers competitive gymnastics programmes, including women's artistic squads, for children who wish to progress beyond recreational classes. The club has a strong reputation locally, it's been recognised as Welsh Gymnastics Club of the Year, and parents praise the qualified, DBS-checked coaching staff for their calm, friendly approach. If your child shows talent or ambition, there's a clear competitive pathway available in Cardiff.
Contact Details
- Address
- B St Catherines Pk, Pengam Rd, Cardiff, Wales, CF24 2RZ
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 9am-9pm
- Tuesday
- 9am-8pm
- Wednesday
- 9am-7pm
- Thursday
- 9am-8pm
- Friday
- 9am-7pm
- Saturday
- 9am-5pm
- Sunday
- 9am-5pm
Business Details
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
