Tori’s Gym - Gymnastics

After having my first child 18 years ago, I was shocked by how much core strength I had lost. My pregnancy was tough, labour was an ordeal, and I genuinely thought I’d bounce straight back into my size 10 jeans.
How wrong I was!
I returned to exercise far too early and trained exactly as I had before, rather than listening to my changed body. Even with a Masters in Sport & Exercise Science, level 3 gymnastics coach etc etc…I arrogantly thought I was superhuman and didn’t need to focus on core rehab.
Three years later, I had my son by C-section. Both pregnancies involved the babies turning from transverse due to the umbilical cord preventing them from engaging properly. It put enormous strain on my abdominal muscles. I was in significant pain, but my GP dismissed it as indigestion and sent me home with Gaviscon.🙄
Fast forward 18 years, and after consistently focusing on rebuilding my core, I’ve just hit a huge milestone: 36 full press-ups in one go – my first since having my daughter 💪🏼 It was one of my goals before turning 50!
Next up? A pull-up. I’m working hard on it 3-4 times every week at in Guiseley, where the team have been my biggest cheerleaders for the past 10 months 🥹
I talk a lot about the importance of core strength for babies and children, but I want to shout even louder about it for new mums. Looking after your body after pregnancy isn’t vanity – it’s essential. Your future self and your children will thank you for it. You’ll be stronger, healthier, and better able to enjoy life with them as they grow.
If you’re a new mum struggling with your core, know that it’s never too late to rebuild. Be kind to yourself, but start when you’re ready💕Tori x

✨ Big news – GymTeenies is rebranding! ✨

We’re so excited to announce that we’re now Tori’s Gymnastics (also known as Tori’s Gym)!

National Award-Winning early years gymnastics & child development for little ones aged 6 months to 4 years.

All sessions are lovingly designed and personally delivered by me, Tori Wareing, with a strong focus on movement, confidence, and child-led development.

📍 Based in Guiseley, Leeds

Come and join our growing community!

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Good luck Lewis! 💪🏼❤️

Our Duty Officer, Lewis, is running the Rob Burrows Leeds Marathon on May 10th in memory of our friend and colleague Vicky who passed away 3 years ago.

He is raising money for Sue Ryder, a charity who supported Vicky and her family throughout.

If you would like to donate to support Lewis and raise money for this fantastic charity please click the link below.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/lewis-gomersall-marathon?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

Ten years ago, a tired, make-up-free mum with her hair scraped back in a messy ponytail stood at the school summer fair… and the last thing she wanted was to be in a photo.

That mum was me.

I was exhausted. I felt scruffy. I was in full “put everyone else first” mode.

But the wonderful Lizzie from wasn’t having any of it. She gently bullied me (with the kindest persuasion 😂) into jumping in for at least one photo with my kids.
I reluctantly agreed.
And now?
I look at that photo and love it!
The messy hair, the bare face, the realness… I love every bit of it.
All those times I said “no” to being in photos because I felt too tired, too bloated, or not ‘picture perfect’ enough. They’re honestly my biggest regrets.

So this is your sign 💕
Be in the photos.
The version of you that’s tired, makeup-free, and running on pure love? That’s the version your kids will treasure most. And one day, you’ll look back and realise she was beautiful exactly as she was.
Thank you, Lizzie, for pushing me that day. Best decision I never wanted to make! 🥹
Who else is making a promise to stop hiding from the camera this year? Drop a ❤️ below!
Tag a mum who needs this reminder 👇

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🐥Easter Holiday Activities 🐥

We have fun packed Easter at Aireborough LC.

⚾️Sports Camps (book online https://monkeylink.co/77724d)
🛼Junior Roller Discos
🎶Family Roller Discos
🏰Bouncy Castle & Soft Play

🫵Book now to secure your place

📞 0113 3760398 📧[email protected] or visit our reception team at the centre.

💥 Does your child love swimming and gymnastics? Then our Learn to Dive Camps at John Charles Centre for Sport are the perfect splash of something different this February Half Term! 🤸‍♂️💦

Whether they’re total beginners or little fish in the water, we welcome all confident swimmers (Stage 5+ or able to swim 50m in deep water). 🏊‍♀️✨

🗓️ Camps are now open for booking!
📲 Book online here > https://monkeylink.co/275653 or call our friendly team on 0113 3760398

🚨 Please note:
🏅 Squad Dive Camps are only for those on the diving training scheme
📍 Sessions take place exclusively at John Charles Centre for Sport
🤝 This is a cross-centre promotion

Let’s make a splash this half term! 🌊