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Top Gymnastics Classes Near DC for Kids

There are so many places for kids to learn gymnastics in the DC area. Photo courtesy of Canva
There are so many places for kids to learn gymnastics in the DC area. Photo courtesy of Canva
8/17/25 - By Jennifer Marino Walters

Got a little one who needs to get their wiggles out? A kid who loves to tumble, jump, and roll? A competitive gymnast with Olympic dreams? The DC area has you covered with some great gymnastics classes for children of all ages and abilities, from babies and toddlers to tweens and teens.

Here are the top gymnastics classes for kids in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia. Check out our Guide to Classes for Kids Near DC for more great enrichment classes, from the best STEM classes to the top swimming lessons.

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Top Gymnastics Classes Near DC in Northern Virginia

Fairfax Gymnastics Academy

Fairfax
Ages 2 and up
From toddlers to teenagers, Fairfax Gymnastics Academy athletes are taught real gymnastics from their very first class. The gym also offers competitive teams, cheer/tumbling classes, and summer camps. READ MORE

Gymnastics World

Woodbridge
Ages 2 and up
Gymnastics World offers classes in rhythmic and aerobic gymnastics, cheerleading, and more for kids ages 2 and up in its 10,000-square-foot facility. Competitive gymnastics teams, summer camps, school holiday camps, and spring break camps are also offered.  READ MORE

Capital Gymnastics National Training Center

Burke
Ages 3 and up
Capital Gymnastics NTC offers gymnastics and tumbling classes for all ages and levels, from preschoolers to adults, in a state-of-the-art facility. The gym also has a competitive cheer program. Capital Gymnastics NTC is regularly named Virginia USAG Gymnastics Club of the Year.  READ MORE
Gymnastics will help improve your little ones' flexibility. Photo courtesy of Canva
Gymnastics will help improve your little ones' flexibility. Photo courtesy of Canva

Top Gymnastics Classes Near DC in Maryland

Silver Stars Gymnastics

Silver Spring
Ages 6 months - 17 years
Silver Stars Gymnastics offers gymnastics, tumbling, trampoline, and ninja classes for kids ages 6 months to 17 years. Full-day and half-day camp programs are available for ages 4-15. READ MORE

Dominique Dawes Academy

Columbia, Clarksburg, & Rockville
Ages 9 months - 13 years
Named after its founder, Olympic gold medalist Dominique Dawes, this gym offers recreational and competitive gymnastics, tumbling, and ninja classes for kids ages 9 months to 13 years at three Maryland locations (Clarksburg, Rockville, and Columbia). Summer camps and school holiday camps are also available.  READ MORE

Spark Gymnastics Center

Gaithersburg
Ages 18 months and up
Formerly Dynamite II, Spark Gymnastics Center offers artistic gymnastics and tumbling classes for toddlers through teens, as well as summer camps and school holiday camps for ages 3.5-15. READ MORE
Even babies can take beginner gymnastics classes at places like My Gym! Photo by Charlotte B. for Mommy Poppins
Even babies can take beginner gymnastics classes at places like My Gym! Photo by Charlotte B. for Mommy Poppins

Top Gymnastics Classes Near DC for Babies and Preschoolers

My Gym

Various locations in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
Ages 6 weeks - 10 years
With over a dozen DC-area locations in Maryland and Northern Virginia, my gym offers movement, gymnastics, and ninja classes and camps for babies, preschoolers, and kids ages 6 weeks to 10 years. READ MORE

The Little Gym

Various locations in DC, Maryland, & Northern Virginia
Ages 4 months - 12 years
At The Little Gym, kids ages 4 months to 12 years learn and grow through dance, gymnastics, and imaginative play. There are a dozen locations in DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.  READ MORE

Romp n' Roll Fairfax

Fairfax, VA
Ages 3 months - 5 years
This kids' gym just for little ones ages 3 months to 5 years offers a variety of classes and camps focused on music, movement, science, art, and more. Classes for ages 3 and older are "grown-up optional."  READ MORE

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About the Author

Jennifer Marino Walters
Jennifer Marino Walters is the DC and travel editor for Mommy Poppins and the author of over 20 beloved children's books. A proud mom of three—plus twins!—she lives in Northern Virginia with her husband and busy brood. When she’s not writing or editing, you’ll find Jennifer cheering from the sidelines of a baseball game, supporting her daughter’s cheerleading squad, diving into a good book, or exploring new destinations. Connect with her on Instagram @jmwalters718.
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