meet the team

A few years ago, I discovered The Little Gym while searching for children’s activities. The Little Gym’s activities really stood out; it was nearby and easy to park. I first contacted the gym by email, and then Sanne called me to arrange a trial lesson for parents and children.

She also explained the clear philosophy behind The Little Gym. The three-dimensional approach to skill development really appealed to me. Of course, fun comes first, but your children’s development is a nice bonus.

I remember well the first time I walked in with my eldest daughter, Céline (born in 2017). The location was clean, bright and colourful, with a very pleasant atmosphere. The smiles on the children’s faces and their sparkling eyes. We loved it. Perhaps the best experience is seeing the children having so much fun, without realising that they are learning a lot during the lessons.

Until the lockdowns, we attended classes every week and Céline insisted that we enrol her in the various camps. At home, she spent a lot of time practising jumps, cartwheels and now the first movements for a handstand. Her little sister Lucy (born in 2019) tries to imitate her big sister’s every move. It’s so sweet and funny!

Because our children enjoy The Little Gym so much, we as parents have also become big fans. My husband Ricardo and I are both entrepreneurs in the financial sector. Our children have taught us that it is extremely satisfying to show your softer side. That’s when I realised that at a certain point in my life, I really wanted to contribute to helping children develop creativity and self-confidence and make friends.

Shortly afterwards, I heard that the Haarlem branch was for sale and I realised that this opportunity would fit perfectly into our lives.

It is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to the education and development of children in Haarlem and the surrounding area. We look forward to welcoming you and your children to our The Little Gym family!

Cindy Phielix