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Celebrating 20 Years

at The Little Gym - Pittsburgh South Hills

By Amy Martin April 2, 2025

Celebrating 20 years in business is nothing short of amazing!  We have been lucky enough to be a part of such a welcoming community and built so many long lasting relationships over the years. The hard work and dedication of our incredible team is what makes our gym thrive. Our management team is second to none and has been such an integral part of our journey over the years.  

Opening in 2004, we were excited and nervous, however, we were confident that such an amazing program for children was just what our community needed. The Little Gym concept was founded by Robin Wes, a musician, gymnast, and kinesiologist, who envisioned a place where children could develop vital motor skills in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment. He created a place where children could reap the benefits of physical, social, emotional and cognitive skills in a non-competitive environment. Today his vision serves as a springboard to life's adventures in all The Little Gym Franchise locations around the world.

The biggest challenges along the way have been the recession years and the Covid years. Fortunately, we have had a strong team, and a strong product to help us through those years. We provided a safe space for families no matter what was going on in the world.

Our community south of Pittsburgh,  has experienced significant growth over the many years since we opened, both in population and infrastructure.  There has been an influx of younger families and professionals moving in the area. Our program is for children ages 4 months up to 12 years, so we always have the opportunity to meet more and more families. 

The absolute best part about owning The Little Gym is the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's lives.  I love being able to enrich the lives of children and families in our community.  Additionally, The Little Gym offers a strong sense of Community among Franchise owners across the country. This supportive network of owners has become like family to me.

I am hopeful that The Little Gym of Pittsburgh-South Hills will be lucky enough to celebrate another big milestone. Cheers to another 20 years!

Call 724-941-0100 to speak with a team member to learn more and enroll today!