The Little Gym
Children & Education
The Little Gym is a globally recognized children's enrichment franchise offering gymnastics-based programs that help children build confidence, coordination, and essential life skills in a fun, nurturing environment. Serving children from infancy through age 12, the brand provides classes, camps, and birthday parties through a proprietary curriculum focused on physical, cognitive, and social development. Franchise owners make a meaningful impact while serving local families.
Availability
The Little Gym is currently accepting inquiries from the following states:
AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY
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Requirements
Financial requirements for this franchise: Minimum Cash Required $75,000 Net Worth $250,000 Franchise Fee $59,500 Royalty Fee 8% Total Investment $420,324 - $722,773 -
Options
Options available to franchisees: Home Based No Mobile Franchise No Military Discount Available Financing Not Available Training Available -
Franchisor Details
Facts about this franchise: Headquarters Bedford, TX Total Units 255 Year Founded 1976 Franchising Since 1992
What does a The Little Gym Franchise Cost?
To open a The Little Gym franchise, prospective owners need a minimum of $75,000 in cash available (liquid capital) upfront. This amount is part of the estimated total initial investment required to start the franchise, which ranges from approximately $420,324 to $722,773. Qualified veterans may also be eligible for a 5% discount off the initial franchise fee. *
Kids' Gym Franchise Opportunities
The Little Gym is a global children's enrichment and physical development franchise serving children from 4 months through 12 years of age. Built around a gymnastics-based, non-competitive curriculum, the brand focuses on helping children develop confidence, coordination, and life skills in a fun, supportive environment. Since opening its first location in 1976 and beginning franchising in 1992, The Little Gym has grown to more than 400 locations in over 30 countries.
Rather than emphasizing competition, The Little Gym encourages every child to progress at their own pace. Through engaging classes and activities, children develop physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills while building self-confidence and a lifelong love of movement.
A Unique Approach to Child Development
The Little Gym's proprietary Three-Dimensional Learning curriculum combines physical activity with opportunities for emotional and intellectual growth. Every program is designed to help children develop:
- Physical Skills including balance, coordination, flexibility, strength, agility, and overall fitness.
- Brain Development through listening, concentration, creative thinking, and problem-solving activities.
- Life Skills such as teamwork, leadership, cooperation, confidence, communication, and respect for others.
This comprehensive approach helps prepare young children for future success both inside and outside the classroom while creating memorable experiences for families.
Programs and Services
The Little Gym offers a variety of age-appropriate programs that evolve as children grow, including:
- Parent/child classes for infants and toddlers.
- Preschool gymnastics and movement programs.
- Elementary-age gymnastics instruction.
- Dance and movement classes.
- Seasonal camps.
- Birthday parties and special events.
- Additional enrichment activities designed to promote active learning and confidence.
A Mission-Driven Business
The Little Gym provides entrepreneurs with the opportunity to build a business that positively impacts families within their communities. Franchise owners help create an environment where children can develop important life skills while parents enjoy a trusted destination for enrichment and physical activity.
The brand's philosophy encourages children to "try their best, not be the best," creating an inclusive atmosphere where every child can experience success and personal growth.
Training and Ongoing Support
The Little Gym provides franchise owners with comprehensive guidance throughout the ownership journey. Support includes initial training, operational systems, marketing resources, curriculum development, ongoing business coaching, customer service support, and access to established best practices developed over decades of operating children's enrichment centers.
The company continually invests in program innovation and franchise support to help owners deliver a consistent, high-quality experience for families.
Growth and Brand Recognition
As part of the Unleashed Brands platform, The Little Gym continues to expand both domestically and internationally. With decades of experience, a well-established curriculum, and a recognizable brand, The Little Gym has earned numerous industry awards and remains one of the leading children's enrichment franchise systems worldwide.
The combination of an established operating model, proprietary curriculum, and strong franchise support has positioned The Little Gym as a recognized leader in youth enrichment and children's physical development.
