Early Years at Quayside

Big adventures for
little movers

Gentle, playful gymnastics and movement sessions for babies, toddlers and pre-school children, helping them build confidence, balance, strength and social skills while having lots of fun.

A friendly first step into movement

Bouncing, spinning, rolling and jumping come naturally to children. Our Early Years sessions give them a safe, welcoming space to explore those movements with support from our friendly coaching team.

Children can discover floor-level trampolines, soft play apparatus, junior gymnastics equipment, songs, warm-ups, circuits and themed activities, all at a pace that suits their age and confidence.

Whether your little one is not yet walking, ready to explore with you, or becoming more independent, there is a Quayside session to help them grow.

Little paws, big confidence

Luxon says: every jump, roll and wobble is part of the adventure.

Luxon the Lion mascot

Why Early Years movement matters

These sessions may look like play, but there is a lot happening under the surface. Tiny muscles, brave choices and new friendships are all quietly doing star jumps in the background.

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Balance

Climbing, stepping, rolling and jumping help children learn how their bodies move.

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Strength

Gentle movement helps build core strength, coordination and control.

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Confidence

Each new skill gives children a little spark of “I did it!” energy.

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Social skills

Children practise sharing space, listening, taking turns and making friends.

Find the right session

Every child develops differently, so our Early Years pathway gives families a gentle route from baby play through to independent pre-school classes.

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Baby Gym

4 to 18 months, non-walkers

Roll, bounce and play together through gentle gymnastics activities, songs and sensory fun.

Adults are encouraged to join in, then enjoy a free tea or coffee in the café after the session.

Pre-bookable weekly
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Bouncing Bears

Walking age to 2.5 years

A gentle step on from Baby Gym, with coach-led structure at the start followed by free play.

Expect songs, warm-up activities, early skills, tumble track, trampolines and gym floor circuits.

Pre-bookable weekly
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Cheeky Monkeys

1.5 to 2.5 years

A parent-assisted class where toddlers can explore junior gymnastics equipment, soft play and stimulating toys.

Coaches are on hand to encourage, guide and help children build confidence through free play.

Parent assisted
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Tumbling Tigers

2.5 to 3.5 years

A semi-independent, coach-led class where parents support their little one through structured activities.

Classes include weekly themes, musical warm-ups, cool downs and basic movement fundamentals.

Coach led, parent assisted
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Leaping Lions

3.5 years plus

An independent class where children begin working towards British Gymnastics pre-school awards and early trampoline awards.

Parents are welcome to watch from the café while children enjoy more structured circuits and safe skill development.

Independent class

Which session should I choose?

Here is a quick guide to help you find the right starting point for your child.

Not walking yet?

Start with Baby Gym for gentle play, songs and sensory movement.

Newly walking?

Bouncing Bears is ideal for little explorers ready for more movement.

Needs you close by?

Cheeky Monkeys gives toddlers space to explore with parent support.

Ready for structure?

Tumbling Tigers introduces themes, circuits and coach-led activities.

Growing independent?

Leaping Lions helps older pre-schoolers build skills without parents on the floor.

Early Years timetable

Sessions run during term time. Please check availability when booking or contacting the team.

Monday

10.00 to 11.30am: Stay and Play Pre-school age, term time only

Tuesday

9.30 to 10.15am: Baby Gym Term time only, pre-bookable 9.30 to 10.15am: Bouncing Bears Term time only, pre-bookable 10.30 to 11.15am: Tumbling Tigers Term time only, contact Quayside 11.30am to 12.15pm: Leaping Lions Term time only, contact Quayside

Wednesday

9.45 to 11.15am: Stay and Play Any age welcome, term time only 2.00 to 3.00pm: Home Education Session Term time only

Thursday

9.30 to 10.15am: Cheeky Monkeys Term time only, contact Quayside 10.30 to 11.15am: Tumbling Tigers Term time only, contact Quayside 11.30am to 12.15pm: Leaping Lions Term time only, contact Quayside 2.30 to 3.30pm: SEND Session Term time only

Friday

10.00 to 10.45am: Tumbling Tigers Term time only, contact Quayside 11.00 to 11.45am: Leaping Lions Term time only, contact Quayside

Sunday

9.00 to 10.30am: Family Fun Session Any age welcome

Prices

£7.50

Baby Gym and Bouncing Bears are pre-bookable weekly sessions with 15 places available.

  • Pre-school sessions are term time only.
  • Cheeky Monkeys, Tumbling Tigers and Leaping Lions are £60.00 per term.
  • Please contact Quayside about spaces in Cheeky Monkeys, Tumbling Tigers and Leaping Lions.

Membership & insurance

All participants must be members of Quayside Trampoline and Gymnastics Club.

  • Children attending Leaping Lions must be registered with British Gymnastics.
  • Club membership is listed as £24.00.
  • British Gymnastics insurance is listed as £18.00.
  • Please check the latest membership information when joining.

Ready to come and play?

Book Baby Gym or Bouncing Bears online, or contact Quayside to ask about Cheeky Monkeys, Tumbling Tigers and Leaping Lions.