What age can my child start gymnastics here?

From 18 months, in Tiny Tumblers (a parent-and-me class for 18 months to 3 years). Next comes the 45-minute Introduction class for 3-4 year olds, then Foundation for 3-8 years and 7+.

How much do classes cost?

The booking page lists 78 AED next to 45-minute classes, 95 AED for one-hour classes, 158 AED for two-hour Development and 177.50 AED for the 2.5-hour Squad, plus a term registration fee. Ask the club whether that's per session and what the term total comes to.

Do they run boys' classes?

Yes. Boys aged 6-18 have their own Development groups, including a one-hour option, and the younger classes are mixed.

Is there a competitive team?

Yes, an invite-only competitive Squad for girls aged 6-18.

Can I watch my child's class?

Yes. Training runs as closed sessions reserved for the players, their parents or guardians and named family and friends, but any filming or photos during training aren't allowed.

Is there a trial class?

The website doesn't mention trial classes, so ask the provider.

Shams Gymnastics Club — gymnastics in Al Safa

Gymnastics

Checked Oct 2026Details checked October 2026

Al Safa

Ages1+years and up
PriceAED 78a class, lowest price
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Shams Gymnastics Club runs its classes from Al Ferdous 2 on Al Wasl Road in Al Safa. The programme starts with Tiny Tumblers, a parent-and-me class for 18 months to 3 years, then a 45-minute Introduction class for 3-4 year olds. Foundation groups cover 3-8 years and 7+, and Development runs for boys and girls aged 6-18 (levels LG and 1 to 4), including a one-hour boys' option. Above that sits an invite-only competitive Squad for girls. There are adult classes too, and mid-term camps. Classes run in 12-13 week terms, seven days a week, and are booked online by day and time slot, with the price shown next to each class. The club says it has 600+ weekly participants, 10+ coaches and 10,000+ alumni students. Classes are taught in English and are closed to the public, though parents and guardians can attend. It's rated 4.4 on Google from 51 reviews.

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The activity

Gymnastics, explained

Gymnastics classes teach children balance, flexibility, strength and body control through floor work, bars, beam and vault. The youngest usually start in a parent-and-toddler class, then move into structured groups as their coordination improves. Early sessions build basic skills such as rolls, jumps, simple bar hangs and landing safely, while older or more advanced children work through numbered levels, and some go on to a competitive squad. Beyond fitness, gymnastics is known for building focus, confidence and discipline that carry over into other sports and school.

Who it's for

Children from 18 months to 18 years: Tiny Tumblers (parent-and-me, 18 months-3 years), Introduction (3-4 years), Foundation (3-8 years and 7+), Development for boys and for girls (6-18 years) and the invite-only girls' Squad (6-18 years). Boys and girls are welcome in the younger classes; adult classes (18+) are also offered. Coaches may place a child by skill level.

What to expect

You book a set weekly slot for the whole term (Term 1 runs 31 Aug to 20 Dec 2026) through the club's online booking page, and a place is only confirmed once the registration form, the term registration fee and the class fee are paid. Classes are taught in English. Training sessions are closed to the public but open to players' parents or guardians and named family and friends, and filming or photos during training aren't allowed. Missed classes can be made up on another day in the same term, but they don't roll over. Kit and trial classes aren't covered on the website - ask the provider.

Highlights

Tiny Tumblers parent-and-me class for 18 months to 3 years (shamsgymnastics.com)
45-minute Introduction class for ages 3-4 (shamsgymnastics.com)
Development groups for boys and for girls aged 6-18, plus a one-hour boys' option (shamsgymnastics.com)
Invite-only competitive girls' Squad (shamsgymnastics.com)
Classes seven days a week, including weekend mornings (shamsgymnastics.com)
4.4 on Google from 51 reviews (Google listing)

Why parents rate it

What parents say on Google

Shams Gymnastics Club is rated 4.4 on Google from 51 reviews: 38 five-star, 3 four-star, 6 three-star and 4 one-star.

The facts

Ages: 18 months-18 years
Tiny Tumblers: 18 months-3 yrs
Introduction: 3-4 yrs
Foundation: 3-8 yrs and 7+
Development: 6-18 yrs (boys and girls)
Squad: 6-18 yrs (girls, invite only)
Adults: 18+
(shamsgymnastics.com)
Prices: Listed per class slot on the booking page
45-min classes: 78 AED
1-hour classes: 95 AED
2-hour Development: 158 AED
2.5-hour Squad: 177.50 AED
Adults: 115 AED
Plus a term registration fee - ask the club whether prices are per session
(shamsgymnastics.com)
Schedule: Term 1: 31 Aug-20 Dec 2026 (12-13 weeks). Children's classes Mon-Thu 2:30PM-8PM, Fri 12:30PM-7:45PM, Sat 9AM-1:15PM and 4PM-6PM, Sun 9AM-1:15PM and 4PM-6:30PM; adult classes Tue 7:30PM-8:30PM and Sat 5PM-6PM; exact slot times on the booking page (shamsgymnastics.com)
Languages: English
Where: Al Ferdous 2, Shop #3, Al Wasl Road, Al Safa, Dubai
How to book: shamsgymnastics.com/programs/book_training · +971 4 225 4243 · [email protected]

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Questions parents ask

Good to know

Classes are taught in English (shamsgymnastics.com)
Training sessions are closed to the public but open to players' parents/guardians and named family; no filming or photos (shamsgymnastics.com)
Make-up classes are offered within the same term; fees are non-refundable except in extraordinary cases (shamsgymnastics.com)
October 2026 mid-term camp, 12-16 Oct, for boys and girls from 3.5 years (shamsgymnastics.com)
Wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park; toilet on site (Google listing)