As a parent, music undoubtedly plays a key role in your child’s everyday life. You use it to communicate, build a sense of security, play and soothe. But what you may not think about are the long-lasting benefits it provides. Many studies have proven that music affects the brain in various ways and can actually [...]

Whether you consider your child’s physical activity to be exercise or play, there is no question that the value it provides is priceless. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, American Medical Association and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, becoming physically active at an early age can pave the way for a [...]

There are countless DVDs aimed at helping your baby develop, as well as countless warnings against them. With all of these conflicting messages, what’s best for your little one?
Developmental videos often contain very few words. Instead, they are usually filled with abstract images that captivate a baby’s attention. According to a new study from The [...]

Social interaction is important, even at an early age. Some experts believe that a child’s ability to make friends is the single biggest predictor of their success later in life. In fact, they claim it’s even more important than IQ and grades.
That’s why programs at The Little Gym are purposefully designed to assist your child in [...]

Over the past decade, many schools have had to cut back or completely eliminate physical education classes. According to the School Health Policies and Programs Study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 4% of elementary schools, 8% of middle schools, and 2% of high schools provide daily physical education for the [...]

Developing fine and gross motor skills at an early age is a proven way to give your child a jump-start in school and in life. At  The Little Gym, our curriculum has been specially designed to help your child reach their developmental milestones. Here are just three important areas of kinesthetic development that are improved [...]

Pretending isn’t just child’s play. Playing make believe is one of the best ways to help your child become a creative thinker, a good problem solver, and a great student. The Little Gym’s classes all contain opportunities for stretching your child’s imagination, as well as their bodies.
According to experts, creative problem solving is a skill [...]

What do a bug, a funnybug, and a jazzybug have in common? Confidence.
Our professionally developed curriculums are designed to build more than just motor skills. They’re designed to build self-esteem. Each hop turns into a smile. Each tumble becomes a proud grin. And each cartwheel turns into a burst of confidence.
We want you to experience [...]

As the summer comes to a close, you may be busy helping your child prepare for a new school year. But school readiness is about more than buying a new lunchbox or backpack. Studies have shown that children who have physical confidence and more highly developed motor skills will be more comfortable socializing on the [...]

Your child may already be having a rolling good time in one of our gymnastics classes. But have you considered the other programs we offer? The Little Gym has four other courses, each offering unique physical and educational benefits. Each class builds upon their current abilities while allowing them to explore their unique talents and [...]