The best way to understand what Gymboree is all about is to join in the fun. You and your child are invited to try a FREE class at your local Gymboree, click here to find a class near you.
A programme designed by experts
Dedicated teachers lead each class
How it all started
In 1976, a mum named Joan Barnes began searching for
a safe, fun and nurturing place for new parents and children
to play together. Unable to do so, she tapped her enterprising
spirit and started Gymboree. Gymboree was born, offering a series
of parent/child programmes devoted to the physical, emotional
and social development of children. More than 30 years later,
Gymboree is the world leader in developmental children's programming,
engaging parents and children in 27 countries around the world.
A
programme designed by experts
Behind every Gymboree class is a team of programming
experts who create a curriculum of activities that maximise
the learning benefits for your child’s specific development
level. When you attend a Gymboree class, you have their years
of education, experience and leadership working to help your
child reach his or her potential. And best of all, Gymboree
is pure fun, following the Gymboree ethos of ‘learning
through play’.
The
role of parents/carers: interaction and fun
Young children learn best - and have the most fun
- when parents and carers enter their world of play and imagination.
Time spent playing with mum, dad or a carer contributes to
healthy emotional development, builds trust between parent
and child, and helps children feel confident whilst exploring
and learning. Gymboree classes feature a parent or carer as
an active participant and play partner; embrace this role and
be a role model for your child’s enthusiastic participation
in all Gymboree activities.
Age-appropriate
activities
Gymboree offers a wide range of classes to
closely match your child’s unique stage of development.
Our class levels are based on development, not age, thus ensuring
that children always feel comfortable and secure in their environment.
Children move to new class levels once they are developmentally
ready rather than strictly based on age.
Dedicated teachers lead each class
Each Gymboree teacher has been carefully chosen and trained to be your class
leader, facilitator and instructor as you make your way through a fun-filled
Gymboree class. Our teachers are the heart of our classes, engaging the group
through singing, movement, and leadership. From our teachers you can expect
enthusiasm, energy and an unwavering dedication to your satisfaction – we
guarantee it.
