Kids Gymnastics Classes near Brighton
About 25 minutes from Brighton · After school and Saturdays
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Brighton has plenty of gymnastics options, so why do families make the trip to Lancing? Because Wickers is a proper community club with its own gym, a foam pit, small groups and a charity at its heart, not a chain. We've been doing this since 1988.
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It's around 25 minutes along the A27, and our Saturday morning classes are a handy way to beat the weekend traffic.
What happens in a class
Every class starts with a proper warm up. Children then work in small groups around a three-week rota, spending time on floor, vault, bars, beam and trampette, two pieces of equipment each week, so every session feels fresh. Coaches are helped by young leaders from our Leadership Academy.
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As they progress, gymnasts work through the Wickers Club Award Scheme, designed by our own coaches, so you and your child can see how far they've come.
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Class times
Monday to Friday: 4.00pm, 5.10pm and 6.20pm
Saturday: 9.00am, 10.10am, 11.20am and 12.30pm
Every class lasts one hour.
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Want to start soon? Just ask.
Our classes are popular, but spaces open up all the time as gymnasts move up groups or change days, and some times have room right now. Tell us your child's age and the days that suit you, and we'll let you know what's free. If your first choice is full, we'll save your place in the queue and get in touch the moment it opens.
Good to know
What age can my child start?
From 4 years old. We also run 11yrs+ sessions for older children, so just ask the team which group suits your child best.
Does my child need any experience?
None at all. Groups are small, so coaches can meet each child where they are.
What should they wear?
Something comfortable they can stretch in, with hair tied back and no jewellery.
Is there anything to sign up for?
All gymnasts need British Gymnastics membership by their second week, which covers their insurance. It only takes a few minutes online.
Getting here from Brighton
Around 25 minutes by car, west along the A27. The parking guide just below shows where to park, and the bays to avoid.
Coming from nearby?
Families travel to us from all over Adur and Worthing, including Lancing, Sompting, Shoreham, Worthing, Southwick, Steyning and Brighton.
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Details on this page are correct at the time of publishing. Every child is different and exceptions can often be made, so please check with the team if you have any questions.
