Established in 1982, GymbaROO–KindyROO is one of Australia’s leading early childhood development programs, designed to help babies and children, up to the age of eight, build strong connections between their body and brain through purposeful, engaging movement and play.
For more than 40 years, we’ve supported families across Australia and worldwide, combining the latest child development research with joyful, movement-based learning.
Our mission is simple: to help every child reach their developmental milestones, laying the foundation for confidence, coordination, learning, and wellbeing — all through the power of movement.
We currently have over 80 centres across Australia.
Our Program
The GymbaROO–KindyROO program is an engaging, research-based series of movement classes that spark connections between the body and brain, helping children build neural pathways for learning, focus, and confidence.
GymbaROO–KindyROO programs are suitable for all stages, from baby classes that support primitive reflex integration, to classes for toddlers exploring balance, rhythm, and coordination.
Every crawl, climb, song, and smile is part of a carefully designed approach that supports your child’s physical, emotional, and cognitive development.
Led by passionate GymbaROO-Trained Teachers, our classes bring together motor skills, sensory input, rhythm, essential skill exercises and education to help children develop essential foundations for learning.
You’ll learn right alongside your child, gaining simple, science-backed insights into how early experiences shape lifelong growth and learning.
Our Classes
At GymbaROO–KindyROO, every class is designed to help children move, learn, and reach their developmental milestones with confidence. Starting from as early as six weeks of age, our program grows with your child — guiding them from babyhood through to School Readiness.
Each class is carefully tailored to your child’s age and stage of development, offering sensory-motor experiences and fun activities for children that nurture the connection between body and brain. Through movement and integration, children build the foundations for balance, coordination, focus, and learning success.
In every session, you and your child will:
- Take part in fun, research-backed activities that support physical, cognitive, and emotional development.
- Explore movement patterns that strengthen fine and gross motor skills.
- Enjoy music and rhythm, that boost language, listening, and communication skills.
- Learn how each movement contributes to your child’s growing brain and body.
Our classes are more than just playtime; they’re building the neural foundations for focus, resilience, and lifelong skills.
Our Equipment
Movement lies at the heart of GymbaROO–KindyROO.
Our centres are filled with beautifully crafted timber play equipment that encourages children to move, explore, and think. Every beam, ladder, and tunnel has been designed with a purpose: to challenge safely, inspire curiosity, and support healthy neurological development.
Through these engaging, age-appropriate activities, children develop independence, balance, and coordination while strengthening the crucial pathways between their body and brain.
One Million Kids Active
As part of the Belgravia Group 1 Million Kids Initiative, GymbaROO-KindyROO is helping more Australian children build the foundations for lifelong health, learning and physical activity through research-based early childhood development programs.
By supporting babies and young children during their most important developmental years, GymbaROO-KindyROO plays a vital role in helping Belgravia achieve its goal of getting one million kids active while giving children the best possible start in life.
Why our kids excel
Thousands of GymbaROO–KindyROO graduates have grown into confident, curious, and capable learners — proof that when movement meets science, magic happens.
We strive to foster a community of learning where children and parents can thrive together. Purposeful play doesn’t just strengthen muscles; it wires the brain for focus, resilience, and success.
We continually evolve our programs to reflect the latest research in child development and neuroscience, ensuring every GymbaROO–KindyROO class gives children the strongest possible foundation for life.
Take a deep dive into our articles for further insight and research into why GymbaROO kids excel.
Thousands of families have discovered the lifelong benefits of learning through movement.
For over four decades, GymbaROO–KindyROO has refined its approach alongside leading child development experts. Research — including Dr. Jane Williams’ School Readiness Study — shows that children who experience strong early neuro-motor development often excel academically and socially in later years.
We’re proud to combine science, fun, and family connection to give every child the best start in life.
Click here to read the research about the positive effects of GymbaROO on school.
Get ready for adventure with learning and laughter in every class!
Guided by your qualified and energetic GymbaROO-Trained Teacher, you and your child will explore movement, rhythm, music, and sensory play that strengthen coordination, confidence, and creativity.
Each session boosts your child’s brainpower by developing essential motor and thinking skills, while helping parents understand why every game, song, and movement is a building block for their child’s development.
We aim to make learning an absolute blast for both of you!
You can join GymbaROO – KindyROO at any time during your child’s first five years; however, the earlier the better! We start babies from six weeks of age in our BabyROO classes.
During pregnancy, healthy brain development begins before birth.
From birth to six weeks: When you and your child are ready, you can gently begin the movement experiences and learning opportunities included in our enormously popular, free online Active Babies Smart Kids video series.
From six weeks to eight years: You can begin GymbaROO – KindyROO classes at a centre with your child once they reach six weeks of age. CLICK HERE to find a class near you )
All children attending GymbaROO–KindyROO must be accompanied by an adult such as a parent, grandparent, or nominated carer.
If you have multiple children (such as twins or triplets), we do ask you to bring one adult per child to support everyone’s safety. Classes are designed to create special one-on-one moments where parents and children can bond, learn, and grow together.
To ensure a quality experience, we kindly request that you refrain from bringing siblings. However, exceptions may be made if a sibling remains in a pram, stroller, or sits beside the mat. Unfortunately, for safety and insurance reasons, siblings are not allowed to participate in class activities or use the equipment
Dress for fun and freedom!
Comfort is key — think soft, flexible clothing such as shorts or leggings that let you and your child crawl, climb, explore and sit on the floor with ease.
We love and encourage barefoot play; it helps little feet develop balance, coordination, and sensory awareness. If your baby is in a onesie, please ensure their feet and toes are accessible.