Ripon Gymnastics Academy
Boroughbridge High School, Wetherby Rd, York, Yorkshire and The Humber, YO51 9JX
“It's not just a sport, it's an art”
Why Choose Ripon Gymnastics Academy?
Customers consistently praise the quality of coaching and the welcoming, patient atmosphere at Ripon Gymnastics Academy. The club is particularly known for supporting children of all abilities, including those with additional needs, and helping them build genuine confidence and progress. With British Gymnastics affiliation and three convenient North Yorkshire locations, it's a well-established choice for families across the York area.
About Ripon Gymnastics Academy
Ripon Gymnastics Academy offers recreational and competitive gymnastics classes for young people aged four to eighteen across three locations in North Yorkshire. Operating from Ripon Grammar School, Boroughbridge High School, and King James' School in Knaresborough, the club runs around twenty-five weekly classes in general gymnastics and women's artistic gymnastics. The academy is affiliated with British Gymnastics and its coaches hold qualifications from the governing body.
Parents searching for gymnastics classes in York and the surrounding North Yorkshire area consistently praise the quality of teaching at Ripon Gymnastics Academy. The club welcomes school-age children and teenagers at all levels, from absolute beginners through to competitive squad members. One of the academy's particular strengths is its inclusive approach: families whose children have additional needs have found the coaches patient and supportive, with one parent noting how staff provided extra encouragement that helped their child with autism progress significantly.
The atmosphere at the club is warm and positive. Parents appreciate the excellent communication from the team and describe the environment as friendly and welcoming. Children clearly enjoy their sessions, with several families staying at the club for many years as their young gymnasts develop their skills and confidence.
Those interested in trying the club can book a trial session for seven pounds. The academy's three venues across Ripon, Boroughbridge, and Knaresborough make it accessible for families throughout North Yorkshire, and the facilities include wheelchair-accessible entrances and car parks. With near-perfect reviews on Google, Ripon Gymnastics Academy has built a strong reputation for quality coaching and a supportive environment where young gymnasts thrive.
Class Fees
Fees from £25 per month| Program / Class | Billing | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Lessons and Squads training (1 hour per week) (direct debit, over 11 months) | per month | £25 |
| Trial session (1 hour) | trial_class | £7 |
Fees are published by Ripon Gymnastics Academy and may change — confirm current rates when enrolling.
What Customers Say on Google
“A parent praised how staff supported their son who struggles with confusion and needs extra patience, describing them as 'amazingly well supported', the coaches adapted their approach to help him progress from beginner to advanced level.”
“Multiple parents highlighted the quality of coaching, with one noting their daughter 'came on leaps and bounds' as a complete beginner, and another crediting the club's 'great teachers' for keeping their child engaged over five years.”
“Parents consistently described Ripon Gymnastics Academy as a friendly, supportive environment where children have 'blossomed', with staff going the extra mile, even during lockdown, they kept families updated and provided training tasks.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Ripon Gymnastics Academy
Yes, Ripon Gymnastics Academy is known for being inclusive and supportive of children with additional needs. Parents tell us their staff show real patience and understanding, one family shared how their son, who is diagnosed with ASD, has been amazingly well supported and has thrived in the sessions. The coaching team takes time to give that little bit of extra patience and encouragement when needed, creating a positive environment where every child can enjoy gymnastics and make progress at their own pace.
Yes, Ripon Gymnastics Academy offers a one-hour trial session so your child can experience the coaching and see if they enjoy it before you commit to regular classes. It's a practical way to check the atmosphere suits your child, especially helpful for nervous first-timers or parents wondering whether their child will settle. The trial runs at the club's venues in Ripon, Boroughbridge or Knaresborough, depending on which location works best for your family.
Parents consistently praise the quality of teaching at Ripon Gymnastics Academy, with many crediting the coaches for helping complete beginners come on in leaps and bounds. The club's British Gymnastics, qualified coaching team is known for being patient, encouraging and skilled at getting the best out of each child, whether they're just starting out or moving into advanced recreational or competitive squads. Families tell us their children have stuck with gymnastics here for years, a real a sign of how much they enjoy the sessions.
Yes, Ripon Gymnastics Academy runs both recreational and competitive gymnastics programmes across its three North Yorkshire venues. The club offers women's artistic gymnastics (WAG) squads for gymnasts ready to compete, alongside general gymnastics classes for children who prefer a recreational route. Whether your child wants to train for competitions or simply enjoy learning skills in a fun, supportive environment, the academy caters for school-age children and teenagers at all levels from beginner through to squad.
Parents in York tell us Ripon Gymnastics Academy went the extra mile during lockdown, keeping families updated and providing home tasks and competitions to keep children engaged, all at no extra cost. The club's communication throughout was excellent, and families appreciated how much effort the team put into maintaining a sense of connection and fun when classes couldn't run in person. It's the kind of thoughtful approach that has earned the academy strong loyalty among local families across Ripon, Boroughbridge and Knaresborough.
Contact Details
- Address
- Boroughbridge High School, Wetherby Rd, York, Yorkshire and The Humber, YO51 9JX
How Ripon Gymnastics Academy Compares
in York
More reviews than 67% of gymnastics clubs in York
Inclusive Programs — 1 of 1 in York
Trial Class — 1 of 2 in York
Opening Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 5-8pm
- Wednesday
- 4:15-7:15pm
- Thursday
- 5:30-8:30pm
- Friday
- 5:30-8:30pm
- Saturday
- 9am-3pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Business Details
- Service Areas
- Ripon (Ripon Grammar School), Boroughbridge (Boroughbridge High School), Knaresborough (King James' School)
