The Little Gym of Englewood

09/18/2026

Why do we love the parachute so much? 🌈

Because while it looks like pure fun, it’s actually helping kids learn so much.

Lifting, pulling, shaking, running underneath, and working together helps build upper-body strength, coordination, balance, rhythm, spatial awareness, and motor planning. It also teaches kids how to follow directions, anticipate movement, take turns, and work as part of a group.

And for our littlest gymnasts, the parachute is an amazing sensory experience. They’re watching colors move, feeling air rush over them, tracking objects with their eyes, and learning how their bodies respond to what’s happening around them.

So when you see us playing with the parachute, we’re not just filling time.

We’re building strong bodies, growing brains, and a whole lot of confidence, one shake at a time. 💚

09/16/2026

09/15/2026

Ever wonder why we start every class with shakers? 🎶

Those little shakers are doing a lot more than making noise.

In just a couple of minutes, kids are working on rhythm, grip strength, hand control, coordination, and purposeful movement. Those are foundational skills they’ll later use for things like climbing, swinging on bars, catching and throwing, handwriting, using utensils, getting dressed, and so much more.

They’re also learning to listen, follow a beat, start and stop their bodies, and move with intention.

So yes, it may look like two minutes of shaking and singing.

But really? It’s two minutes of building the skills their growing bodies will use every single day. 💚

09/13/2026

Sundaes, somersaults, sprinkles & smiles 🍦🤸‍♀️✨

Our ice cream social was the sweetest way to spend the day. Thanks to everyone who came to flip, play, and build the perfect sundae with us! 💛

More fun like this coming soon 👀

09/13/2026

In our Parent/Child classes, you’re not just there to supervise. You’re part of the learning. 💛

Every hand you hold, every “you’ve got this,” every time you help them try one more time is building more than physical strength.

Parent participation helps children build confidence, trust, body awareness, and independence because they know they have a safe, familiar person right there beside them while they explore something new.

That connection matters. Your presence gives them comfort. Your encouragement gives them courage. And little by little, that courage becomes confidence.

So yes, we’re strengthening little bodies in class. But we’re also strengthening the bond between you and your child. And that might be the most important skill we build. 💚

09/10/2026

Pullovers may look like one smooth skill, but there’s a whole lot happening behind the scenes. 💪

They build core strength, upper-body strength, grip strength, coordination, and body awareness. And getting that pull, tuck, and timing just right? That takes practice. Lots of it.

At The Little Gym, we may not be a competitive gymnastics program, but that doesn’t mean we don’t teach real gymnastics skills. We break them down, build the strength needed to do them safely, practice the progressions, and give kids the confidence to keep trying until it clicks.

Because for us, it’s not about medals. It’s about the moment a child realizes, “Wait… I can do this.”

Strong bodies. Strong skills. Even stronger confidence. 💚

09/09/2026

Drop your kids off for a day of gymnastics, crafts and fun!
Erev Rosh Hashanah Mini Camp is here!

09/08/2026

Hey! 👋 Have you heard about our new app? Kid Hub by Unleashed Brands launched on the App Store and Google Play earlier this year! Be sure to download and log in with the email associated with your TLG account to track your little one’s progress!🤸💪

09/07/2026