meet the team

Fiona, owner

Fiona is the owner of The Little Gym Bath and brings warmth and energy to many of our Parent Child classes. With a background in perinatal mental health, she has a deep appreciation for supporting both children and their parents through those early years. She’s especially passionate about helping families build confidence, connection, and a genuine sense of community from the very start. Fiona also takes great pride in nurturing the team – many of whom have been part of The Little Gym Bath since the beginning.

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!

Josiah

Programme Director

Josiah has a degree in Sports and Exercise Science from the University of Bath and a real passion for strength, conditioning, and nutrition. A talented athlete and former member of The Little Gym Harpenden, he now leads as our Programme Director thanks to his extensive knowledge of The Little Gym curriculum. He brings energy, expertise, and a great sense of fun to everything he does - helping children grow in confidence, skill, and self-belief while making sure they’re having the best time along the way

Sophie

Teacher

Sophie teaches across all areas of the curriculum at The Little Gym Bath, from Parent/Child classes to Grade School sessions. With a strong interest in early childhood development and as a Norland Nanny, she focuses on building children’s confidence, coordination, and independence through purposeful play and movement. Drawing on her background in competitive dance and Russian ballet, Sophie brings structure, creativity, and a calm, encouraging presence to every class. She values the importance of connection, consistency, and supporting each child as an individual.

Liv

Teacher

Liv is a highly skilled coach with a background in gymnastics and elite cheerleading, having competed with Cheer England. She teaches across the full programme at The Little Gym Bath, from Parent/Child classes to advanced Grade School. Known for her high standards, sharp eye for technique, and clear expectations, Liv brings structure and focus to every class, helping children build strength, discipline, and confidence in a supportive environment.

Joely

Teacher

Joely brings a strong background in early childhood education to The Little Gym Bath, with years of experience as a primary school teacher and specialist knowledge of early development. She teaches across our Parent/Child and Pre-K programmes and is especially brilliant with our Bugs, creating a calm and supportive environment where children can develop key physical, cognitive, and social skills. Alongside her role at the gym, Joely also runs Teeny Wonders—a baby massage and yoga business that complements her work and deepens her understanding of infant development and parent-child connection.

India

Teacher

India is an Assistant Instructor at The Little Gym Bath with a background in competitive gymnastics and a strong understanding of skill development and technique. She supports our Pre-K and Grade School classes, bringing a calm, encouraging presence and a thoughtful, child-centred approach. Currently studying at Norland College, India is especially focused on supporting each child’s individual progress and helping them feel confident, capable, and proud of their achievements.

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