From its various environs in the thriving South Gloucestershire town of Yate, the club has challenged and inspired hundreds of young people to fulfil their goals, while teaching them the principles of dedication, discipline, team-work and trust.

King Edmund GC boasts an enviable collection of current and former world, European and British champions, but it is the manner in which their protégés are carefully and respectfully nurtured which attracts admiration and respect from counterparts and rivals across the globe.

Of course, gymnastics is about having fun too and King Edmund GC has professional and fully-qualified, CRB-certified staff to provide it.

The club has in operation a clear and structured programme tailored to the needs of each and every member, from the enthusiastic fledgling to the experienced elite

The exciting road to fulfilment and ultimate success begins with GYM TOTS, where children from as young as 18 months can learn the art of balance, agility and co-ordination through play, while later getting the chance to proudly attain their Gym Tot badges.

Once children have mastered basic gymnastic routines, they move on to the second of the five-point plan GYM FUN, which offers early-years schoolchildren more disciplined and structured sessions as they begin to develop strength and performance in an entertaining and enjoyable environment – and without their parents in attendance to boot!

Next up is RECREATIONAL Gymnastics, an exciting and testing class open to children of all ages who simply wish to benefit their health and wellbeing through acrobatic gymnastics, or who strive to attain success on the competition stages.

For the truly gifted and dedicated gymnast, progression to the COMPETITION SQUAD follows suit, where the club’s Great Britain coach Nikki Thorne and her team of fellow experts are on hand to put aspiring stars of the future through their paces.

If you have come this far then you are well on the road to success!

Which is where the ELITE SQUAD comes in, a highly-specialist class which develops and prepares the best and most committed gymnasts for top-level action – be prepared for some serious and ultimately fulfilling work!