ABOUT DOlphina gymnastics club

Welcome to Dolphina Gymnastics Centre, a friendly and welcoming gymnastics club providing opportunities for children of all ages and abilities to discover, learn and develop through the sport of gymnastics. Established in 1991, we have grown from a small local club with just six gymnasts into a dedicated gymnastics club offering a wide range of classes, activities and opportunities for young people to thrive.

Based at the YMCA Orbital Community Hub in Watford, we provide gymnastics classes seven days a week, helping children build confidence, improve strength and flexibility, develop coordination and learn new skills in a supportive environment. Whether your child is taking their first steps into gymnastics, looking for a fun recreational activity or aspiring to compete, Dolphina offers opportunities to support every stage of their gymnastics journey.

Dolphina began in 1991 at Woodside Leisure Centre in Watford. Starting with just six gymnasts, we steadily grew, moving between Woodside Leisure Centre, the YMCA in Watford town centre and back to Woodside Leisure Centre as we searched for a permanent home where our gymnastics community could continue to flourish.

In 2013, years of dedication and hard work were rewarded when we received £50,000 in National Lottery funding through Sport England as part of the Olympic legacy. This funding enabled us to transform a local warehouse on Greycaine road into a dedicated gymnastics centre, creating a permanent home for Dolphina Gymnastics Centre.

In February 2014, we began the exciting move into our new facility. With more space and greater opportunities, we could expand both the range of gymnastics classes available and the number of children we welcomed into the club.

However, in 2023, a significant increase in rental costs meant we once again had to find a new home. After months of searching, we continued delivering gymnastics classes in Abbots Langley at our temporary home in Tanners Wood Hall.

Just three months later, the YMCA Orbital Community Hub offered us the opportunity to establish a permanent home within its community centre. We embraced this new chapter and have continued building our club, supporting local families and sharing our passion for gymnastics with the next generation. And in July 2025, We signed a 10 year lease securing our future in our new home.

Our journey has been shaped by resilience, dedication and a genuine love of gymnastics. From our first six gymnasts to the thriving club we are today, our commitment to helping children develop through sport remains at the heart of everything we do.

At Dolphina Gymnastics Centre, we believe gymnastics should be accessible, enjoyable and rewarding. Our varied programme offers something for every child, from their first preschool session to more advanced training and competitive gymnastics.

Our classes include:

• Preschool Gymnastics: Fun, engaging gymnastics sessions designed for younger children to develop balance, coordination, movement skills and confidence while exploring the foundations of gymnastics.
• Recreational Gymnastics: Welcoming gymnastics classes where children can learn new skills, improve strength and flexibility, build confidence and enjoy being active in a supportive environment.
• Competitive Gymnastics: Opportunities for gymnasts who want to develop their abilities further, refine their techniques and take part in competitive gymnastics.
• Competitive Artistic and General Gymnastics: Training opportunities for gymnasts looking to progress their skills in artistic and general gymnastics disciplines.
• Tumble Classes: Dynamic tumbling sessions focusing on body control, technique, strength and the development of tumbling skills.
• Home Education Gymnastics Classes: Gymnastics sessions offering home-educated children the opportunity to stay active, develop physical skills, learn alongside others and enjoy structured sporting activities.
• Gymnastics Birthday Parties: A fun and active way to celebrate a special occasion, giving children the chance to enjoy gymnastics-inspired activities with their friends.
• In-House Gymnastics Competitions: Opportunities for our gymnasts to showcase their skills, celebrate their progress and gain valuable experience performing in a friendly, supportive competition environment.

With classes running seven days a week, we aim to make it easier for families to find gymnastics opportunities that fit around their schedules.

At Dolphina, gymnastics is about more than learning handstands, cartwheels and new routines. It is about developing life skills that children can carry with them beyond the gym.

Through gymnastics, children can build confidence, perseverance, discipline, coordination and resilience while making friends and celebrating their achievements. Whether they attend for fun, fitness, personal development or competitive progression, we want every gymnast to feel encouraged, included and proud of what they accomplish.

We are proud to be part of our local community and remain committed to providing positive gymnastics experiences for children and families.

Whether you are looking for preschool gymnastics, recreational gymnastics classes, competitive training, tumbling lessons, home education activities or a gymnastics birthday party, Dolphina Gymnastics Centre has a range of opportunities to explore.

Discover our gymnastics classes, find the right session for your child and become part of a club that has been inspiring gymnasts since 1991.

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