This place is honestly such a hidden gem. Located next to Costco in Richmond, I Flip Gymnastics is…read moresuch a huge space we had no idea about until a couple of parent friends mentioned it recently. They offer a variety of classes for multiple age groups, open gym hours, and more. I would do some research ahead of time matching your kiddos age ranges with the weekly schedule ~ our drop-in was around $20. I'm sure there are monthly rates and/or memberships, but we wanted to check it out first to see what the gym entailed. The staff is incredible nice, the families/kiddos who come are great, and I appreciate the open space format conducive to safe exploration and play. There does have to be a guardian present at all times, or at least for our time slot there does :) Equipment-wise, we were very impressed. This is most def a super-elevated Gymboree (or for us, the next step!). I'm not a gymnast so not sure the technical terms for the equipment, but from our fist time I noticed the open mat, climbing blocks, trampoline, foam pit, mini balance beams, rings, and more. For the kiddos, they get stamps at the end of the hour long sesh and fun music is played throughout. A trainer is present too. Overall, we will def come back again soon. There is safe parking adjacent to the building, and can't beat grabbing a few items/gas/snacks at Costco before or after class. Happy we have a space in the East Bay like this. Bravo!

Found out about the gym at our kids friends birthday party, it's been 5 months now our two kids…read morehave been attending open gym and camp, couldn't be more satisfied. Super easy communication and kids love Paloma and the staff. See you guys for summer camp!

My toddler is thriving in the Bear Cubs 2 (BC2) class…read more She began the program last year in the BC1 class, the entry level class parents participate with their child in. She enjoyed the freedom to jump, tumble and explore unfamiliar equipment. She was apprehensive initially to some of the new moves and equipment, but Coach Jade was gentle with my daughter and encouraged her to try. Coach Jade helped her with her form and doing each move safely and properly. When I noticed my daughter's reluctance to perform moves she generally enjoyed, protesting when I attempted to assist her to immolate moves Coach Jade showed us earlier. When I informed Coach Jade of my concerns and the intent to remove her from the program until a later date, Coach Jade offered to allow my daughter to stay for the next class - BC2. In the Bear Cubs 2 class, my daughter is independent of mom and solely follows the directive of Coach Jade. My daughter thrives from the encouragement and instruction of her coach, follows most directions as is expected of a 3 year old, and loves the independence. My daughter is one of the younger kids in this class and celebrates being able to immolate her older peers. During each 45 minute class, BC1 and BC2, the kids perform different routines on 3 different structures arranged for them. Each routine develops upon the previous and repeats to allow each child to develop a level of comfort prior to moving on. Coach Jade is supportive, encourages independence and teamwork, meets each child where he/she is independently, ensures the childrens' safety and is responsive to the parent's concerns. If you have ever considered this program I encourage you to enroll your child - boy or girl. If my daughter continues to thrive as she is now, I have every intent on continuing her in the program through the various ranks.

My 8 year old daughter simply adores her coach(es) and teammates in her GB3 class, and now that…read moreshe's part of the Xcel Team, she loves her training even more. It's challenging and fun. Golden Bears offer team programs like Xcel, where aspiring competitive gymnasts are invited to try out for a spot on the team. This takes the love for the sport to the next level (and more level ups to aim for!) She has made a lot of friends who are encouraging, keeps her motivated and in turn, allows her to inspire others in the group. Kudos to the coaches for providing the right environment to train and be her best self. My daughter is always saying at pick up that she wishes her training was all day long and can't wait for the next sesh!

After two years of enrollment at USC, my daughters weren't developing any skills or moving beyond…read moreRec 1. They're athletic and excel in several other sports, but they didn't progress In gymnastics at USC. Two years ago I canceled their enrollment at USC. They loved gymnastics but I couldn't justify the expense at USC when they weren't learning. Then one of my daughters recently expressed a renewed interest and was teaching herself skills by watching youtube videos - videos that were better than the instruction at USC. I found a nearby gym where she is thriving and developing now. The instruction is far better. I threw away money at USC.

It looks like they have a great developmental and recreational gymnastics classes. But this is a…read morereview for the pre-school gymnastics. We were unfortunate to have a teacher that didn't pay attention or show the kids how to use the equipment. It was pretty disappointing. Also, they overcharged for a class, so don't forget to check your statements.

Our twin three year old boys have been doing a weekly class with Coach Gio for the past year, and…read morethey frequently attend the No School Day camps. HoH has been great for them to learn the basic of gymnastics and build body awareness. It's a large and well equipped facility, and the community of parents and coaches is very welcoming.

I really wanted to like Head Over Heels, but our experience hasn't been great. For a place that…read moreworks with kids, the environment often feels chaotic and poorly managed. Several staff members also came across with a surprisingly rude or dismissive attitude. Even simple questions felt like an interruption, which doesn't inspire much confidence. On top of that, a few of the teachers seemed low-energy and disengaged, which made the classes feel flat and not particularly motivating for the kids. The facility is not clean either and some days there's a noticeable smell in the building that makes the space less inviting. Overall, the experience just didn't match the expectations we had going in. I hope they improve the staff culture, energy level, and overall organization, because the potential is there -- but right now, it's not somewhere I'd recommend.

We've had a really good experience with Flying Dutchman. I like how flexible it is. There are some…read moregymnastics programs in Marin that have waiting lists--I'm not into that kind of extracurricular intensity. Flying Dutchman has open enrollment--you can take it one month at a time any time of the year. My younger daughter wanted to try out gymnastics, but also felt hesitant. I don't think there's anywhere else where we could have started in late spring and committed to only one month. And she was having enough fun to carry on until the end of the school year! Classes were fun and inviting. You pay by the month and get unlimited classes, which makes make up classes really easy. My other favorite thing about Flying Dutchman is how clean it is! I really appreciate that and how seriously hygiene is taken there. The Northgate location is super convenient.

Switching to Flying Dutchman was the best decision for our daughter's gymnastics. We spent a year…read moreat a different program with zero noticeable progress. Within just two weeks here, the difference was remarkable--she achieved significant milestones! On top of the fantastic results, she absolutely loves the teachers, and the entire staff is exceptionally friendly and wonderful with the kids."

SAFE environment for kids to play safely…read more I can take both my son, 10 and daughter, under 2 for stress free enjoyment for mom and kids.

GymWorld is so great for kids! The teachers are friendly and create engaging fun environment for…read morethe kids to move their bodies. My 3 girls love attending weekly class and have increased their skills and strength over the course of nearly 9 months with GymWorld. The gym bucks are also a fun addition the girls love collecting. My girls are always excited to go to gymnastics - We love it!

My daughter attends the Saturday morning gymnastics class. Unfortunately, our experience has been…read morevery inconsistent depending on the instructor. Shawn, the instructor who teaches at the same time is excellent, he interacts with the children, encourages them, gives positive feedback, and creates a supportive learning environment. The kids in his group seem engaged and confident. However, the female instructors assigned to the other group have been very disappointing. They show the course once and then mostly stand and watch. There is very little interaction, no encouragement, and no guidance throughout the class. These are 4- and 5-year-old children who need support, engagement, and positive reinforcement. I rarely hear a "good job" or see active coaching. Week after week, the level of enthusiasm and involvement from these instructors has been lacking. For young children especially, energy, facial expression, encouragement, and interaction make a huge difference in their experience and development. I truly hope the program can ensure a consistent standard of quality across all instructors, because the difference between groups is very noticeable.

I was disappointed with a phone call regarding payment after I had already entered my credit card…read moreon the website. When I asked what the payment was for, I was repeatedly talked over and the staff member (Auriyon) seemed put out by having to explain. The call began by noting it was recorded for training purposes, so hopefully Roger reviews these calls and uses them as a coaching opportunity.

I take the 2yo child I nanny to tumble spot--we drive over from the city and it is WELL WORTH IT…read more Unquestionably! She adores coach KT and yells in delight about how "gets to go to gymnastics!!!" every Wednesday morning. Her 5yo sister loves it too-especially open gym.

My 5yo daughter absolutely loves gymnastics with coach KT, she would go every day if she could!…read moreCoach KT manages the perfect balance of creating a fun environment with room for creativity while also maintaining the boundaries that kids need. I'm so glad we found TumbleSpot!

My 14 year old daughter grew up at MEGA. She started in regular classes at age 4 and then at 11…read moremade the commitment to join the Junior Olympics (JO) Team. She loves gymnastics because she loves being a part of the MEGA gym. She learned so many important life lessons through her experience. Cassie, the owner, has created a special environment for all kinds of gymnasts. She is a wonderful leader and instructor.

My daughter had private lessons with Cassie during our short visit and she was wonderful and…read moreexceeded our expectations. !! I feel so lucky to have been guided to MEGA and even more lucky to have connected with Cassie. Thank you so much for all you did for my daughter!

My newly minted 5-year old just completed a week of summer camp here. She is obsessed and eager to…read morego back. This place is such a gem. Amber is a beautiful human and wonderful to work with. The coaches are incredibly nice and supportive. Sarah leads super fun and age appropriate games and exercises. Obstacle course is well thought out and well executed. My daughter's absolute favorite is the foam pit. And honestly, mine too. Who wouldn't love hanging on the barre above, and drop into a pool of cushiony and cuddling softness :) If you are looking for a gymnastics summer camp or classes for your kiddos, Cal Star is a fantastic choice. Plenty of parking. Awesome facilities and coaches. It seems to run like a well oiled machine with lots of heart. Your kiddos will be in the best hands.

My grand daughter was loving gymnastics but just wanted to get more training and advance. She is…read moreclearly progressing and very happy at Cal-Star!