Classes we Offer at Anima Gymnastics

Fun & Engaging Gymnastics classes for All

At Anima Gymnastics Club in Barnet, we offer fun, skill-building and confidence-boosting gymnastics classes for children of all ages and abilities.
Whether your child is just starting out or working towards competitive goals, our friendly and experienced coaches create a safe and encouraging environment where every gymnast can grow and shine. In doing so, we support each child’s unique journey.

Pre-School Gymnastics (Walkers – 4yrs6mths)

Our Pre-School programme offers three engaging class types to suit your child’s stage of development.
Each class provides a safe, fun, and engaging introduction to movement, building strength, balance, agility and motor skills through play-based learning.

Toddlers Play (Walkers – 4yrs6mths)

A relaxed, drop-in session encouraging free exploration in a safe setting.
Having optional circle time at the start and end adds structure with a warm-up and cool-down.
Consequently, it’s perfect for building early confidence and motor skills, and most importantly,
it allows children to explore at their own pace.

– Parent supervision at all times

– 1hour 55min session (Drop in/out at any time)

£10.00 per sessionPay-as-you-go (pre-booking required)

Toddlers Advanced (2yrs6mths – 3yrs6mths)

This structured, coach-led class is designed for little ones who are beginning to follow instructions.
With support from parents, children are guided through engaging activities in a nurturing environment.
As such, it’s a great stepping stone before moving on to independent classes.
At the same time, it helps strengthen bonds and build trust.

– Coach led with Parent assisting

– 45min class

£66.70 monthly or £168.00 for 12 classes Runs year-round, excluding club closure dates.

Pre-School  (3yrs6mths – 4 yrs6mths)

Ideal for confident, independent children learning foundational gymnastics skills.
At this stage, gymnasts take part without parent support. Meanwhile, they begin developing coordination, focus and body awareness. As they progress, these skills continue to grow and strengthen.

– Coach led, no parent assistance

– 45min class

£66.70 monthly or £168.00 for 12 classes Runs year-round, excluding club closure dates.

Recreational Gymnastics (School Years: Reception – Year 11)

Our recreational gymnastics programme is designed to help children build strength, coordination, and confidence in a fun and supportive environment.
To ensure appropriate challenge, classes are grouped by age and ability.

Reception

A fun and active introduction to gymnastics through play-based movement and skill-building.
In particular, it focuses on teaching shapes, jumps, rolls and safe landings.
At the same time, it helps children stay focused while developing body awareness and spatial control.
Not only that, but it also builds essential classroom readiness skills.

– For children currently in Reception year

– 55min class

£66.70 monthly or £168.00 for 12 classes Runs year-round, excluding club closure dates.

Beginners (5yrs6mths – 11yrs6mths)

Perfect for those new to gymnastics, this class introduces rolls, cartwheels, handstands
and basic apparatus work. As a result, it lays the foundation for safe and progressive skill development through structured gymnastics classes.
In turn, it helps build the confidence needed to move on to the next stage.

– Children in School Years 1 – Year 6

– 55min class

£66.70 monthly or £168.00 for 12 classes Runs year-round, excluding club closure dates.

Novice (5yrs6mths – 11yrs6mths)

To join this class, children must demonstrate the following skills:

Floor
Forward roll to Straddle stand, Backward roll, Cartwheel, Handstand
Vault
Straight Jump onto Block, Squat on, Half-turn Jump off Vault

– Children in School Years 1 – Year 6
– 1hour 25min class
– 50% off a second day – complete additional class form

£87.50 monthly or £228.00 for 12 classes Runs year-round, excluding club closure dates.

Intermediate (6yrs6mths – 16yrs6mths)

By this stage, students are expected to take part in internal competitions.
This class is for gymnasts who have successfully completed skills in the Beginners syllabus and below:

Floor
Handstand Forward roll, Backward roll Front support, Round off, Front Limber, Backbend, Bridge Kickover
Vault
Handstand Flatback, Full Turn Jump off Vault

– Children in School Years 2 – Year 11
– 1hour 25min class
– 50% off a second day – complete additional class form

£87.50 monthly or £228.00 for 12 classes Runs year-round, excluding club closure dates.

Advanced (6yrs6mths – 16yrs6mths)

At this level, students are expected to participate in internal and external competitions.
For gymnasts who have met all the skill requirements in the Beginners syllabus, Novice syllabus and below:

Floor
Forward and Backward Walkover
Vault
Handstand Hop Flatback, Handspring Off Table Vault

– Children in School Years 2 – Year 11
– 1hour 25min class
– 50% off a second day – complete additional class form

£87.50 monthly or £228.00 for 12 classes Runs year-round, excluding club closure dates.

Anima HomePortal:

Bookings, Class Info, Progress & More – All in One Place

Anima HomePortal gives parents complete control over their child’s gymnastics classes
– from managing bookings and payments to monitoring assessments and class transitions.
With just a few clicks, you can keep everything organised and up to date – In other words, it simplifies the admin so you can focus on your child’s experience.

🔐 Access & Manage Bookings

  • Manage bookings for one or more children with ease
  • Instantly make changes or top up credits

Above all, everything is accessible in one place!

💳 Flexible Payment Options

  • Choose between 12-session block bookings or monthly Direct Debit
  • Easily top up credits through your HomePortal account

That way, you can select the option that better suits you!

🗓️ Class Schedule & Important Dates

  • View your child’s upcoming gymnastics classes schedule, start and end dates
  • Stay informed about any cancellations or club closures (e.g. bank holidays)

As such, you’ll always stay in the loop!

📊 Track Progress with Monthly Assessments

  • Access monthly assessment results to monitor your child’s development
  • When ready, the system will auto-invite when ready to move up a level.

In turn, your child’s development is visible for you to see!

🧾 Link to British Gymnastics Membership

  • What’s more, when you first register, you’ll also receive a reminder
    to complete your child’s British Gymnastics membership registration.

Guide on British Gymnastics Membership – Click here

📌 View Planned Absences & Replacements

  • Keeping track of any planned absences and replacement classes
    directly from your account.

Guide on how Planned Absences & Replacement Classes work – Click here