An internationally recognized child development program that promises to provide kids with serious fun and endless socialization is now open in Cherry Creek. The local owners of a new The Little Gym, the world’s premier enrichment and physical development center for children ages four months through 12 years, will serve the local Cherry Creek area in playing a crucial role in the development of thousands of local children.
Aida Cruickshank, a lifelong Denver resident and entrepreneur, owns and operates The Little Gym of Cherry Creek with her husband, Chris. A University of Colorado Boulder graduate with a Master’s degree in Sociology, Cruickshank is a seasoned educator. Her own children’s intermittent membership at The Little Gym over the past four and a half years provided firsthand insight into the program’s positive impact on children and families. Inspired by this experience and drawn to The Little Gym’s strong corporate support system, Cruickshank sought to bring the program to her hometown, recognizing a gap in Cherry Creek’s physical activity offerings for youth.
“I have dedicated my career to working with children and young adults, so after witnessing the program’s transformative impact on my two eldest children, I was truly inspired,” said Cruickshank. “Observing the program through a sociologist’s lens, I realized a crucial element was missing from my hometown. I couldn’t be more excited to offer Cherry Creek parents a place where their children can thrive.”
The Little Gym of Cherry Creek’s programs are designed to be a springboard for life’s adventures. Classes utilize movement-based learning and imaginative play to enhance coordination, listening and intellectual skills. Popular options include Parent/Child classes, which allows parents to help their child explore motor and social-skill development, and preschool and grade school gymnastics classes that teach students tumbling and apparatus techniques while using positive motivation as a learning tool. The Little Gym of Cherry Creek also offers Awesome Birthday Bashes in a variety of themes that feature instructor-led games and music.
With nearly 400 locations across 31 countries, The Little Gym teaches kids social and physical skills appropriate to each stage of childhood by creating opportunities to experience achievement and build self-confidence. The core of the international franchise’s mission is becoming the foundation of a child’s development that will set them up for success. Through a proprietary philosophy called Three-Dimensional learning, programs foster growth in three holistic dimensions including physical, cognitive, and social and emotional learning. The core teaching methods create opportunities for children to experience achievement and build self-confidence.
The Cherry Creek gym is available at (303) 848-8229 or https://www.thelittlegym.com/colorado-denver-cherry-creek/
About The Little Gym
The Little Gym is an internationally recognized program that helps children build the developmental skills and confidence needed at each stage of childhood. The very first location was established in 1976 by Robin Wes, an innovative educator with a genuine love for children. The Little Gym International was formed in 1992 to franchise The Little Gym concept. Today, The Little Gym International has nearly 400 locations in over 31 countries including the U.S., Canada, China, the United Kingdom, Thailand and more. For more information, visit The Little Gym at www.TheLittleGym.com.
About Unleashed Brands
Unleashed Brands currently includes portfolio brands Urban Air, Snapology, The Little Gym, XP League, Class 101, Premier Martial Arts and Sylvan Learning and was founded to curate and grow a portfolio of the most innovative and profitable franchise brands that help kids learn, play, and grow. Over the last 10 years, the team at Unleashed Brands has built a proven platform and know-how for scaling businesses focused on serving families. Its mission is to impact the lives of every kid by providing fun, engaging, and inspiring experiences that help them become who they are destined to be. For more information, please visit UnleashedBrands.com.
