After-school Activities for Children in South West London: House of Gymnastics and Performing Arts
- May 29
- 2 min read
Finding the right after-school activities for your child can make a huge difference to their confidence, fitness, friendships, and overall development. At House of GPA in Balham, London, we proudly provide exciting afterschool gymnastics and dance classes for children aged 3–16 across South West London.
Whether your child is starting Reception this September, currently in Year 1 or Year 2, or progressing through primary and secondary school, our classes are designed to support every stage of their development in a fun, safe, and encouraging environment.
After-school Activities in Balham for Ages 3–16
House of GPA offers a wide range of afterschool activities during the week, helping children stay active, build confidence, and develop new skills outside of school hours.
Our popular classes include:
General Gymnastics
Acro Dance
Acro Tumbling and Tricks
Gymnastics Beginners–Intermediate
Gymnastics Advanced
Tumbling
Cheerleading
We welcome children of all abilities, from complete beginners taking their very first class to experienced gymnasts looking to develop advanced tumbling and acrobatic skills.

Gymnastics & After-school Activities Near You in South West London
Our Balham location is easily accessible for families across South West London. We regularly welcome children from nearby areas including:
Balham
Tooting
Streatham
Clapham
Wandsworth
Earlsfield
Battersea
Wimbledon
Putney
Brixton
Mitcham
Norbury
Colliers Wood
Southfields
Fulham
If you are searching online for:
“afterschool clubs near me”
“gymnastics classes in Balham”
“gymnastics for Reception children”
“cheerleading classes South West London”
“acro dance classes for Year 1 and Year 2”
“tumbling classes for children in London”
then House of GPA could be the perfect fit for your child.
Supporting Children Through Every School Stage
We understand that children grow and develop differently throughout Reception, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, and secondary school years. That’s why our classes are carefully structured by age and ability level.
For younger children aged 3–5, including Nursery and Reception pupils, classes focus on:
coordination,
balance,
listening skills,
confidence building,
and physical development.
For children in Year 1, Year 2, Year 3 and beyond, our gymnastics and acro programmes help improve:
strength,
flexibility,
discipline,
teamwork,
resilience,
and athletic ability.
Older students and teenagers can continue progressing through more advanced gymnastics, tumbling, and cheerleading pathways.
Why Parents Choose House of GPA
Parents across South West London choose House of GPA because we provide:
Experienced and supportive coaches
A positive and welcoming environment
Structured progression for all ages
Fun and engaging afterschool activities
Classes for beginners through to advanced levels
Opportunities to build confidence and friendships
Our goal is to help every child feel encouraged, challenged, and proud of their progress.
Book a Taster Session
We are always excited to welcome new members to House of GPA. If your child is interested in gymnastics, acro dance, tumbling, or cheerleading, we invite you to book a taster session and experience our classes first-hand.
Whether your child is in Reception, Year 1, Year 2, or secondary school, our afterschool programmes in Balham are designed to help children stay active, learn new skills, and have fun. Spaces in our afterschool classes can fill quickly, so we recommend booking early to secure your child’s place.
We look forward to welcoming your family to House of GPA.




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