Global Franchise 9.3

This year, The Little Gym is poised to inspire children to leap toward their potential, one cartwheel at a time, while expanding their footprint to bring confidence- building programs to even more communities around the world In neighborhoods around the world, you’ll find children beaming with joy as they cartwheel, leap, and stretch their way to confidence. At The Little Gym, every jump, tumble, and high-five are part of a bigger mission: helping children grow into strong, resilient individuals while having fun along the way. As a market sector leader in children’s fitness and development, The Little Gym has built an impactful legacy of fostering physical growth, confidence, and social skills in a safe and nurturing environment. This year, the brand embarks on an exciting growth journey, guided by a vision to deepen its impact on families and communities everywhere. Samantha Musonda, brand president of The Little Gym, captures this vision with heartfelt clarity: “In 2025, our focus is on expanding The Little Gym’s reach while enhancing the experience for every family that walks through our doors,” she explains. “Our programs don’t just teach motor skills; they nurture confidence, social connection, and a lifelong love of learning through movement.We want to bring that opportunity to as many children as possible.” With a strategic plan that combines opening new locations along with strengthening existing ones, The Little Gym is laser- focused on identifying key markets and partnering with franchisees who share its passion for making a difference. The brand’s investments in digital marketing, operational support, and program innovation ensure that both new and established locations succeed and grow. The Little Gym is also broadening its membership base through enhanced programming and outreach. Constantly evolving its curriculum, the brand integrates feedback from parents and franchisees to meet the changing needs of today’s families. From parent-child classes to gymnastics for older kids, The Little Gym offers opportunities for every stage of childhood development, ensuring that every child has the chance to grow and thrive. For franchisees, The Little Gym also offers an opportunity to create a lasting community impact along with providing a proven business model with an average EBITDA of 42.4%, as reported in the 2024 The Little Gym Franchise Disclosure Document. Backed by comprehensive training, impactful marketing, and a collaborative support network, franchisees are well equipped to succeed while making a difference in their communities. As Musonda puts it, succinctly: “We’re building more than gyms.We’re shaping brighter futures for children, for families, and for communities around the world.” B E S T C H I L D R E N ’ S S E R V I C E S & E D U C A T I O N F R A N C H I S E TheLittle Gym The Little Gym A global leader in the kids’ gym franchise industry, The Little Gym capitalizes on over 45 years of hands-on experience, early childhood research, and thoughtful parental feedback. Through a unique curriculum based on a holistic “Three-Dimensional” approach to learning, children are challenged to master new physical, emotional, and life skills, laying the groundwork for a lifetime of healthy habits, setting the standard for high-quality children’s development programs. Initial Franchise Fee: $59,500 Investment: $506,197 - $673,197 Established: 1976 Number of outlets: 350+ open and operating Units Contact: letstalk@thelittlegym.com 19 GLOBAL-FRANCHISE.COM Globa l Franchi se Awards 2025 Fina l i sts