Places of Denver THE LITTLE GYM OF DENVER - CHERRY CREEK
PHOTO CREDIT: JENNY FOLMAN PHOTOGRAPHY Owner: Aida Cruickshank
A ida Cruickshank is a Denverite, a first- generation American, and a graduate of Denver Public Schools. She and her husband have three children, ages three, five, and seven. She holds both a BA and an MA in Sociology from the University of Colorado, with a focus on education. Her professional experience has been centered on working with youth in various capacities, including her most recent role as a teacher in Denver Public Schools. Aida is also a multi-gym owner and recently acquired The Little Gym of Park Meadows, where she serves as the owner and operator. As a woman-
access to something like developmental gymnastics. I often have to drive far out of my way to do activities with my kids, so I really saw a need for The Little Gym in my hometown and can’t wait to create a safe and educational environment for all kids! What services do you offer? Recreational/developmental music- based gymnastics for ages 4 months to 12 years, birthday parties, camps, open gyms, parent survival nights, and reading programs. We are looking to add dance, children’s yoga, and other enrichment programs as well. For more information, visit thelittlegym. com/colorado-denver-cherry-creek.
owned business, her work reflects her commitment to entrepreneurship and youth development. How do you like to get involved in our community? We are fundraising for the Make-a-Wish Foundation this season, just one month after purchasing. We are also parents in neighboring schools, and I am part of the MOMS Club of Denver, where I served as president for several years. I am PTO Vice President. I am a former DPS student and an educator! What is most special about Colorado to you? This is where I grew up, where we are raising our children and building community. As a child in Denver and as a parent, we’ve never really had
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