The Little Gym Vaulting to Rogers
You know those commercials you see for The Little Gym during PBS kid shows? (I’m picturing the little girl walking across the balance beam and the little boy in front of the confetti birthday cake.) Well, Northwest Arkansas is getting its very own! Owner and gym director Melanie Shannon said they’re opening The Little Gym at 2603 West Pleasant Grove in Rogers on Aug. 25. It’s in the same shopping center as Mad Pizza, Chick-fil-A, Life Style Dentistry and other great businesses.
Melanie, who hails from Little Rock (where the only other facility is located), said non-competitive gymnastics is the first order of business. “Our primary focus is to help develop motor skills and to build self confidence,” she said.
The gym will eventually add dance, cheerleading, karate and sports skills, she said.
Beginning in October, there will be Parents’ Survival Nights every other Friday night from 6 to 10 p.m. for kids ages 3-12. “Parents can go out and have a good time knowing their kids are having fun and getting some exercise in a safe place,” Melanie said.
Melanie encourages moms to set up a free trial class to check out The Little Gym in person. “Kids love it,” she said. “It’s more than gymnastics. We help encourage exploration and problem-solving skills.”
To sign up for a free trial, call Melanie at 479-636-5566.
