Similar to an indoor playspace where kids can run and climb and roll around, open gyms are an opportunity to take advantage of a gymnastics facility’s soft mats, foam pits, and tumbling floors. We love these places to get our kids’ ya-yas out before a good nap.
Please check the links before you go as schedules may change.Â
Open Gym Hours for Toddlers & Preschoolers
Park Gymnastics (Oakland)
Children ages 2 to 4 can explore the gym, discover new movements, and interact with the gymnastics equipment at their own pace (with caregivers).
Location: 4226 Park Boulevard, Oakland
Hours: Hop & Hang Tot Open Gym is Thursday 10:30 to 11:30 am
Cost: $20 for the drop-in
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Kindergym (Oakland)
Children under 3 will love the setup at the Kindergym room at Temple Beth Abraham in Oakland with slides, climbers, and other play equipment. The program is 100% fun and has no religious affiliation.
Location: 327 MacArthur Boulevard, Oakland
Hours: Hours are generally 10 am on Sundays. The schedule is fairly irregular, so please check the Kindergym webpage.
Cost: Classes are priced at about $18-ish per child depending on the session | Read our review here >
Encore Gym (Walnut Creek)
Looking to plan ahead with your open gym activity? Look no further than Itty Bitty Buddy Blast at Encore Gym. It’s designed for children ages 1-4 with caregiver participation. Register in advance to reserve your spot in the a la carte sessions. Note: The gym also offers Open Gym, but that’s for older kids (ages 11+). Learn more >
Location: 2636 Shadelands Drive, Walnut Creek
Hours: 12 – 1 pm, Fridays throughout the school year
Cost: $12 per child-adult pair
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Open Gym Hours for Big Kids
iFlip Gymnastics (Richmond)
Sunday morning is open gym time at iFlip Gymnastics for kids ages 3 and up. It’s an ideal opportunity to practice new skills or explore new equipment in the supervised space.
Location: 2700 Rydin Rd, Unit G, Richmond
Hours: Two Sunday morning sessions: 10 – 10:50 am or 11 – 11:50 am
Cost: $25 single pass; $100 for a 5-pack.
Visit the website for details and open gym hours >
Traverse Fit (Richmond)
Drop in to experiment with Traverse Fit’s obstacles on your own. Open to participants ages 6 and older. All abilities are welcome, though some areas are reserved for higher-level ninjas. First-timers are given a brief orientation.
Location: 1 W Barrett Ave., Richmond
Hours: Daily, hours vary by day
Cost: $25 per participant.
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