Balance
Climbing, stepping, rolling and jumping help children learn how their bodies move.
Early Years at Quayside
Pre-school
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.
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.
Strength
Gentle movement helps build core strength, coordination and control.
Confidence
Each new skill gives children a little spark of “I did it!” energy.
Social skills
Children practise sharing space, listening, taking turns and making friends.
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.
Baby Gym
4–18 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 weeklyView preschool timetableNewly walking?
Bouncing Bears is ideal for little explorers ready for more movement.
Bouncing Bears
Walking age–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 weeklyView preschool timetableNeeds you close by?
Cheeky Monkeys gives toddlers space to explore with parent support.
Cheeky Monkeys
1.5–2.5 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 assistedView preschool timetableReady for structure?
Tumbling Tigers introduces themes, circuits and coach-led activities.
Tumbling Tigers
2.5–3.5 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 assistedView preschool timetableGrowing independent?
Leaping Lions helps older preschoolers build skills without parents on the floor.
Leaping Lions
3.5 years+
An independent class where children begin working towards British Gymnastics preschool awards and early trampoline awards.
Parents are welcome to watch from the café while children enjoy more structured circuits and safe skill development.
Independent classView preschool timetableAges are a guide. If you are unsure which session would suit your child, our team can help.
🐸 Loves to bounce? Meet Froglets
A trampoline-only option for children aged 2–4 years, running on Tuesday mornings during term time.