meet the team

Amy Perkins, owner

A former circus acrobat, Amy has a wealth of knowledge in gymnastics and loves to explore the link between motor skill development, academic learning and life skills in children. Amy has worked with many of the UK gyms throughout 20 years in The Little Gym network. In December 2019 Amy took ownership of The Little Gym in Harpenden, just three months before the pandemic hit. For the next two years Amy fought to keep the business afloat, teaching on zoom, built a YouTube channel with over 200,000 subscribers, took the gym outside to be able to open for summer camps and more. Amy went from strength to strength and reopened with opened double the membership she purchased the gym with. Ready for the next step, Amy took ownership of The Little Gym Hampton and Teddington in January 2024, delighted to be running the gym in her home town. Most recently, in January 2025, Amy has taken ownership of The Little Gym Camberley and is excited to see the three gyms working together to reach as many families as possible. Amy also works as the Director of the Curriculum for The Little Gym of Europe, bringing her passion for child development into the programme we teach. Amy has two children and loves to spend time socialising, travelling and exploring as a family.

what sets our team apart

Certified & ongoing training

Our unique curriculum provides a holistic child development program. Our instructors receive extensive training to uphold our high quality standards.

Prioritising safety

At The Little Gym, we prioritise health and safety through continuous first aid training for our team and guidance for maintaining a safe environment.

Passion for child development

We believe every child possesses incredible potential, and we are dedicated to helping you unlock it while your child enjoys a world of FUN!

Meet The Team!

Courtney

Development Director

Meet Courtney! Courtney has been part of The Little Gym family for over a decade, starting in The Little Gym of Hampton while completing her Law degree. Courtney is our Development Director, overseeing training of the teams in all our gyms- Hampton, Harpenden and Camberley, as well as developing the programme and curriculum we follow. Courtney competed in gymnastics throughout her childhood and still keeps up to date with her skills and fitness in the gym when she's not socialising with friends or traveling.

Nisha

Gym Director

Meet Nisha! Nisha is the Gym Director at The Little Gym Hampton and Teddington, where she manages operations and leads a dedicated team of instructors who make every class a blast!. With a degree in dance, she continues to practice and refine her skills often. When she’s not at the gym, she’s out socialising and spending time with family and friends and attending concerts and events.

Brooke

Lead Instructor

Meet Brooke! Brooke is a Senior Instructor who loves helping kids master big skills while having a blast along the way. An All-Star cheerleader, she trains hard throughout the week and has competed in the World Championships four times! When she’s not teaching, you’ll find her either in the gym or out shopping.

Jess

Lead Instructor

Meet Jess! Jess is our senior instructor, leading pre-school and baby classes with warmth and energy. She holds a degree in dance and is a world champion freestyle dancer. When she’s not in the gym, she’s often competing in freestyle dance competitions, sharing her passion both in and out of the studio.

Aleeja

Lead Instructor

Meet Aleeja! Aleeja is a senior instructor who brings a sparkle to every class with her vibrant energy and passion for teaching. She holds a degree in dance and is always eager to keep learning and growing in her field. Aleeja’s enthusiasm and creativity make her classes a joyful and inspiring experience for every child.

Vicky

Lead Instructor

Meet Vicky! Vicky is a senior instructor who brings a dose of joy to everything she does. With a degree in musical theatre, she adds energy and enthusiasm to every class. Outside of teaching, Vicky loves spending time outdoors, relaxing in the sunshine.

Poppy

Lead Instructor

Meet Poppy! Poppy is starting her journey with us as a senior instructor, bringing with her plenty of experience in advanced gymnastics and cheer. With a strong background in both, she’s excited to share her skills and passion with her students, helping them reach new heights!

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