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THE LITTLE GYM OF DENVER - CHERRY CREEK PHOTO CREDIT: JENNY FOLMAN PHOTOGRAPHY Owner: Aida Cruickshank
A ida Cruickshank is a Denver native, a first-generation American, and a graduate of Denver Public Schools. She and her hus- band 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-owned business, her work reflects her commit- ment to entrepreneurship and youth development.
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? Recre- ational/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 enrich- ment programs as well.
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 access to something like developmental gym- nastics. I often have to drive far out of my way to do activities with my kids, so
For more information, visit thelittlegym.com/colorado- denver-cherry-creek.
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