The Little Gym International, the world leader in helping kids develop motor skills and self-confidence, is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The gym concept was started 30 years ago by Robin Wes, a kinesiologist and educator whose idea to use gymnastics to help kids develop motor skills in a fun and non-competitive environment has blossomed into a global company serving more than 100,000 children each year between the ages of 4 months and 12 years.

Operating under the principle that "motor-skill development made fun builds confidence that leads to a lifetime of success," The Little Gym uses curriculum-based gymnastics classes to help children develop physically, emotionally and socially. Classes, which in addition to core gymnastics include parent-child, dance, karate and sports skills, are taught by trained instructors and accompanied by original music.

Parents and children are invited to attend free local celebrations in each of the company's 260-plus franchised locations located throughout the United States and in 16 countries worldwide, and can find the gym nearest them by visiting www.thelittlegym.com or calling 1-800-992-1976.