Basingstoke Gymnastics Club

BGC
Holiday Camps

Gymnastics, sport, games, arts and crafts, and the freedom of the whole gym. BGC Holiday Camps are a full action packed day your child will be talking about all week.

Book a place
5–11 Years old
8:30–3:30 Drop-off from 8:30am
£40 Per day
Breakfast Provided each morning
Lunch Bring lunch & a snack

What's on every day

A full day of action,
not a moment wasted.

Every camp day is packed with a mix of activities designed to keep children moving, learning, and laughing, all within BGC's world class gymnastics facility.

Gymnastics

Coached gymnastics sessions on our sprung floor, vault, bars, and beam. From first timers to seasoned gymnasts, every child works at their own level.

Mixed Sports & Games

Team games, mini sports competitions and movement challenges that build agility, coordination, and teamwork, and most importantly, are enormous fun.

Arts & Crafts

Creative sessions to balance the physical activity; children get the chance to make, design, and express themselves. Every camp brings a new project to take home.

Free Gym Time

Supervised free time on the full gym floor; children can explore, practise, and play across our equipment in a safe, coach-supervised environment.

Breakfast Included

We provide breakfast every morning so children arrive, eat, and get straight into the action. Just bring a packed lunch, a water bottle, and lots of energy.

Wellbeing & Confidence

Every camp is designed to build more than fitness; children develop resilience, social skills, and self-confidence in a safe, nurturing environment run by our qualified BGC coaches.

A typical camp day

Drop off. Dive in.
Pick up smiling.

Thursday camps run a slightly different timetable; same packed, fun filled day, just arranged a little differently. All the activities, all the energy, all the awards.

  1. 8:30–9:30
    Drop-off & Breakfast

    Drop off any time from 8:30am. Children settle in, meet their team, and enjoy a full breakfast, served throughout this session. Don't forget to bring a labelled water bottle!

  2. 9:30–10:30
    Mixed Sports, Games & Team Challenges

    Teams compete in sports, movement challenges, and games, earning points for their team along the way. The competition begins here.

  3. 10:30–10:45
    Snack Break

    A 15-minute break to refuel and rehydrate. Please pack a snack for your child; we don't provide one. No nuts please.

  4. 10:45–11:45
    Structured Gymnastics – Session 1

    Coached skills sessions across the apparatus; floor, vault, bars, beam, and more. Children build and develop real gymnastics skills at their own level, guided by our qualified coaches.

  5. 11:45–12:30
    Lunch

    Children enjoy their packed lunches together, a chance to rest, chat, and recharge. Please bring a packed lunch and a labelled water bottle. We don't provide lunch. No nuts please.

  6. 12:30–1:30
    Free Time – Full Gym

    The whole gym is open. Children explore the apparatus freely, practise what they've learned or just play, all with coaches supervising throughout.

  7. 1:30–2:30
    Structured Gymnastics – Session 2

    A second coached gymnastics session, picking up skills, trying new challenges, and earning more team points before the day's final standings are decided.

  8. 2:30–3:30
    Arts & Crafts & Awards – Optional Early Collection

    The day closes with a creative arts and crafts project to take home, and the big awards ceremony. Certificates are presented for Coach's Star of the Day, Most Improved, and Best Team Player, and the winning team is crowned. Early collection is welcome during this session; just let us know in advance.

  9. 3:30
    PICK UP TIME

    It's time to collect your child from camp after a fun packed day. Don't forget your pick up password at reception.

Recognition every day

Every child gets
their moment.

Throughout the day children compete as teams, earning points across every activity. At the end of camp, we celebrate the standouts; every certificate goes home with a very proud gymnast.

Coach's Star of the Day

Awarded to the gymnast who shines brightest, for their attitude, effort, and energy throughout the whole day.

Most Improved

Recognising the child who made the biggest leap, trying hard, pushing through, and leaving camp better than they arrived.

Best Team Player

For the camper who lifted everyone around them, encouraging teammates, playing fair, and making the whole group better.

Winning Team Certificate

Teams earn points throughout the day across sports, gymnastics, and every challenge. The team with the most points at 2:30pm takes home the winning team certificate.

Before you book

Everything you need
to know.

A few simple things to keep camp running smoothly and everyone safe and happy.

  • Breakfast provided until 9:30am

    We provide breakfast every morning. Drop off any time between 8:30am and 9:00am; breakfast is served until 9:30am.

  • Bring a packed lunch & water

    Children need a packed lunch and a labelled water bottle. Please keep snacks nut-free.

  • No nuts please

    We are a nut-aware environment. Please do not send any food containing nuts.

  • Socks & appropriate clothing

    Children must wear socks in the gym. Long hair tied up. Comfortable sportswear is ideal; no jewellery please.

  • Pick-up password required

    For your child's safety, a password is set at registration. Anyone collecting your child will need to provide it.

  • BG Membership required

    British Gymnastics membership is required to attend, unless it's your child's first time at BGC, in which case it's included.

  • Let us know about medical needs

    Please inform us of any medical conditions, allergies, or additional needs at time of booking so we can prepare appropriately.

When we run

Upcoming camp dates.

BGC Holiday Camps run Monday to Friday during every Hampshire school holiday, except Christmas. Dates are based on Hampshire County Council guidance; always check your school's specific term dates.

Camp dates for the coming school holidays are listed here. Get in touch and we will confirm the ones you are interested in.

Dates are based on Hampshire County Council school holiday guidance. Individual schools (particularly academies and free schools) may differ slightly. Christmas holidays are excluded. Dates subject to confirmation; check back or contact us to confirm availability.

Ready to book a place?

Spaces fill up fast, especially during summer. Book online now or get in touch if you have any questions about upcoming camp dates.