Address: 6905 Oakland Mills Rd, Ste C, Columbia, MD 21045 Website: https://www.mygym.com/columbia Phone: (410) 290-7008 Type: Activity Setting: Indoor Price: $$
Overview
My Gym Columbia is a structured kids' fitness studio for ages 3 months to 10 years, tucked into the Oakland Mills strip near the village center. It's not a drop-in bounce-house or open play space — it runs weekly enrolled classes built around songs, circle time, gross-motor games, puppet shows, and beginner gymnastics on padded floors, swings, and soft obstacle setups. For babies and toddlers, a grownup is on the mat the whole class; as kids get to preschool and school age, teachers take over more and parents step back.
The sweet spot is roughly 10 months to 5 years, when the parent-and-me format and the energy of a small class land best. Skip it if you want come-when-you-want open play, if your kid is past about 7 or 8 (they age out of the magic fast), or if you don't want a recurring membership — this runs on a weekly enrollment model, not a per-visit punch card.
What to know before you go
- Ages: 3 months through 10 years, sorted into age-banded classes (non-walking babies, waddlers, toddlers, preschool, and up). Kids are grouped by stage, so the class moves at their level.
- Format: Enrolled weekly classes, plus birthday parties, school-break camps, and holiday/seasonal events. This is a class program, not a casual open-gym.
- Free guest class: New families can schedule one before enrolling. If you continue, membership uses automatic billing every four weeks and requires 30 days' notice to cancel.
- Pricing: The current class schedule lists base tuition at $139 every four weeks and unlimited tuition at $179 every four weeks. Rates can change, so confirm on the live schedule before enrolling.
- Socks: Kids on the floor must wear My Gym Gripper Socks (the grippy-bottom kind). They're available to purchase at the gym if you forget. Parents wear socks too — no bare feet, no street shoes on the mat.
- Parking: Free strip-mall lot right out front; easy, short walk to the door. Bike parking available.
- Indoors and climate-controlled: A reliable rainy-day, heat-wave, or cold-snap option.
- What to bring: Water bottle, gripper socks for the kids, and socks for yourself.
Tips for families
- Book the free guest class before paying for anything. It's the honest way to see if your kid clicks with the format. If you enroll afterward, read the continuous-payment and 30-day cancellation terms first.
- Keep a backup pair of gripper socks in the bag. They're required for kids on the gym floor, and having a spare avoids a purchase at drop-off.
- Match the class to your kid's stage, not just their age. A young, cautious walker may do better in the level below their birthday; ask the staff to place them where they'll keep up.
- Arrive a few minutes early for the first class. New rooms, new faces, and a circle-time start mean warm-up time helps anxious toddlers settle before the action begins.
- Wear socks yourself. Parents are on the mat for the little ones' classes and bare feet aren't allowed — don't get caught in tights or barefoot.
- For birthdays, book a Friday if you can. My Gym Columbia discounts Friday parties, and you still get private run of the gym.
- Know the party food rules up front. Outside food is allowed but limited to simple kid fare — pizza, sandwiches, chicken nuggets, fruit and veggie trays — so plan the spread accordingly.
Best time to visit
My Gym is fully indoor and climate-controlled, so weather and season don't matter — it's a strong pick for a rainy Saturday, a 95-degree August afternoon, or a freezing January morning when everyone's climbing the walls at home.
Classes run on a fixed weekly schedule rather than open hours, so your "best time" is really whichever age-appropriate class slot fits your week. Weekday mornings tend to draw the youngest crowd (babies and toddlers); afternoons and weekends fill with preschool and school-age kids and birthday parties. Check the live class schedule for current times before you plan around it.
FAQs
What ages is My Gym Columbia for? Classes run from 3 months to 10 years, grouped by developmental stage. The format works best for roughly 10 months through 5 years; older kids tend to age out of the appeal.
Is it drop-in, or do I have to enroll? It's an enrollment program with weekly classes, not a drop-in open-play gym. New families can try a free guest class first, but ongoing attendance means signing up for a recurring weekly spot.
How much does it cost? The current class schedule lists base tuition at $139 every four weeks and unlimited tuition at $179 every four weeks. Check the live schedule before enrolling because rates can change.
Do my kids need special socks? Yes. Children on the floor must wear My Gym Gripper Socks, which are available to purchase at the gym. Parents wear socks too — no bare feet or street shoes on the mat.
Do parents stay and participate? For babies and toddlers, yes — a grownup is on the mat the whole class. As kids move into preschool and school-age classes, teachers lead more and parents gradually step back.
Is there parking? Yes, free parking in the strip-mall lot right in front of the entrance, plus bike parking. The walk from car to door is short.
Can we have a birthday party here? Yes. Parties get private use of the gym for about 1.5 to 2 hours, with gripper socks provided for guests. Outside food is allowed but limited to simple items like pizza, sandwiches, nuggets, and fruit or veggie trays. Friday parties are discounted, and the deposit is non-refundable.
Is it a good rainy-day or hot-day option? Yes. It's fully indoor and climate-controlled, so it works in rain, heat, or cold.
Helpful links
- My Gym Columbia — official location page with programs, contact info, and the free guest-class signup.
- Class schedule — current weekly class times by age group.
- How membership works — current tuition, automatic billing, cancellation notice, and sock policies.
- Birthday parties — party packages, what's included, and booking.
- Camps & events — school-break camps and seasonal programming.
