The Little Gym

Specialties

Building Self-​Confidence in Children, One Humongous Grin at a Time

Research suggests that creative physical activity may be the key to fostering confident, successful kids. In other words, Serious Fun provides some serious benefits. And, we have the research to back it up!

At The Little Gym of Bellevue-​Redmond, we take a holistic «Three-​Dimensional Learning» approach to skill development. This philosophy is based on three core tenets: «Get Moving» to foster flexibility, strength, balance and coordination; «Brain Boost» to nurture listening skills, concentration and decision making; and «Citizen Kid» to promote sharing, teamwork, cooperation and leadership abilities.

We’re not the only ones who see the value of this approach. Major studies note the benefits of a whole child approach to physical activity. Research has shown that:

Children make judgments about their motor skill abilities at an early age, which may affect their willingness to take on new physical challenges as they get older.

Structured and repetitive physical activities can improve a child’s processing speed, working memory, self-​control and strategic decision-​making ability.

Early participation in structured group activities that allow children to cultivate skills such as initiative, teamwork, and emotional regulation, can help children more effectively take on leadership roles in childhood and later life.

History

Established in 1976.

More Than 35 Years of Serious Fun!

In the mid-​1970s, The Little Gym concept sprang from the heart and mind of founder Robin Wes. An innovative educator, musician and kinesiologist, Robin envisioned a nurturing place where children could explore their physical development, while also growing socially, emotionally and intellectually. Although teaching physical education in a competitive setting was the accepted norm at the time, Robin believed there was a better approach. Instead, he created an environment filled with the spirit to achieve rather than the pressure to win. Robins non-​competitive approach was unheard of back then. Revolutionary, even.

Robin opened the first The Little Gym right here in Bellevue, Washington. Since then, weve honored the teaching methods he set into motion, structuring them into an expanded curriculum, with each class building on lessons learned in previous ones. Today there are over 300 The Little Gyms worldwide experiencing the positive benefits of TLG.

Meet the Business Owner

Adriano and Birgit C.

Business Owner

The Little Gym of Bellevue is owned by Adriano and Birgit Corsini. Birgit has worked with children in many different capacities; teaching gymnastics, working as a High School English teacher, and directing youth enrichment programs. Her love of children and the magic they bring to the classroom inspire her every day. The teachers at The Little Gym of Bellevue believe that the key to children’s success is to treat every child with care and respect, and believe in each child’s ability to try their best! Our professional staff is led by Gym Director Traci Lee. Traci has her BFA in Theatre and Dance, and has worked with children for several years before joining The Little Gym of Bellevue. Sabrina Cavazos, Program Director, has a gymnastics, cheer, and dance background. She has also worked with children of all ages for many years before joining The Little Gym team! We invite you to come in and sample a free trial class and see what The Little Gym is about with your own eyes.