3 Clifton Centre
about us
Malvern Hills Gym club are specialists in childrens gymnastics and with a membership of over 600 they are going from strength to strength.
Founded in 1999 by husband and wife team Brian and Lorraine Barson, the Malvern Hills Gymnastics Club provides a safe and supervised environment for adults and children to exercise and participate in gymnastics. The club is the only one in the vicinity where children from the age of two can come and train competitively or recreationally.
Lorraine, nominated for a BBC 'Unsung Hero' Award works tirelessly with her colleagues to provide a totally safe environment for children to exercise and train. Brian says, "We've now got over 600 members, the gym club has gone from strength to strength over the years, it can be tiring but we all get a lot of satisfaction out of providing such an appreciated facility.
Gymnastics is suitable for the complete beginner to World Class Performer and everyone in between. The Malvern Hills Gymnastics Club encourages and helps children to reach their full potential as gymnasts. By participating they learn to recognize strengths and weaknesses, develop motor skills, motivation, flexibility and balance; this teaches the children the rewards of dedication and hard work.
The Malvern Hills Gymnastics Club promotes the importance of keeping fit and staying healthy, their team of qualified coaches are dedicated to the health and well being of their members. By supporting local schools and nurseries in the area many children benefit from increased levels of fitness and are more aware of the importance of exercise to stay healthy. There are many benefits to participating in gymnastics; Karen Brown, Assistant Coach and parent of one of the young gymnasts says; "what better life skills could you wish to provide your children with? It's a fantastic place."
The Malvern Hills Gymnastics Club is registered with The Malvern Hills District Council and Social Services. The club regards health and safety of the utmost importance, child protection law is strictly adhered to, first aiders are always present and coaches are fully qualified.
If you would like to become a member of the Malvern Gymnastics Club, or would like to enroll your child please call Lorraine or Brian on 01684 565613.
The Best of Malvern is run by Malvern people for Malvern people. Please mention The Best of Malvern when contacting the Malvern Gymnastics Club. Thank you.
latest reviews
I love it. I have been able to develop a great bar routine and really want to get to competition level. This is much better than my old club in Hereford.
Gym gives me confidence & makes me feel good
Inspires young children and keeps then active and busy. Great fun & great exercise!
They are all that run the club, They take no payment for the work they do.
Gym has helped me make lots of friends & learn many new things it has shown me with effort I can achieve.
It's a charity, the staff give up their time for the children. They are so committed. The children love to go and are made so welcome.
They offer the children so much fun. They give up their time for free.
A great opportunity for children to keep fit and socialise at the same time.
Character forming for children and exercise and meeting other children from different schools
Itâs a great club. The Rochis work really hard for us and Pelly & I just like it
We live in Hereford but travel to this gym club because it is fantastic. They really care for the kids and my daughter has made great progress. We go 3 times a week. I'm also getting the chance to learn new skills and hope to do some coaching.
They are really encouraging and they really care about what you learn.
My daughter has so much energy doing gymnastics helps her to channel their energy in a positive way. The club promotes good behaviour + fun leaning keep them going please.
My niece goes to the club and really enjoys it. Opportunities to participate in gymnastics in Hereford are limited and it is excellent that she can got to MHGL . They have been really welcoming and supportive and seem excellent with all the kids.
Itâs a fantastic club with an extremely dedicated and hard working staff. The coaches work hard to help girls and boys of all ages to raise their confidence and to enjoy exercise. The staff also work very hard to help raise funds and keep costs at a minimum for the children
A great way to get the children fit in a fun and friendly atmosphere. The children all seemed to be having a good time, I would recommend it to anyone.
We took my daughter here when she was 4. Although the staff were friendly and welcoming, and many of the children were clearly enjoying themselves, there were several worrying factors for us. Firstly, we were very disappointed that the age range was so big (3-9 in the same group). Also, the session was 1 1/2 hours, which is far too long for little people, especially when it is held at 5:00 in the evening. Furthermore, I do not feel there was enough emphasis on safe, injury-free development. When doing the stretches, my daughter complained that they hurt, and she was told "they are supposed to hurt!" It's just that kind of attitude that gets young gymnasts injured. If you have an older child, some of these concerns may not be so valid, but I do not feel this club is good for the lower age range.
Just the place to take the children or even try yourself, this Gymnastics Club has grown in "leaps and bounds" since itʼs inception. Keep up the good work.