About Club Aviva, the Facility, and our Programs

Our History

Club Aviva's programs are under the direct supervision of Vivien Symington. Vivien is a graduate of Queens University where she completed her B.A./B.pH.E before carrying on to study in the M.Sc. program at Dalhousie University. Vivien was a faculty member both at Queens and Dalhousie where she was responsible for the gymnastics courses. Vivien minored in Adaptive Physical Education and has worked extensively on developing motor skill acquisition programs for children. Each program is designed to emphasize movement education, which develops confidence and competence in each participant.
 
In 1985, Vivien saw an opportunity to change the way that gymnastics was taught. After developing her own curriculum focusing on competence and confidence in all athletes, Vivien founded Club Aviva.  Since 1986, Club Aviva has had a long history of providing high quality gymnastics lessons to athletes of all ages and skill levels.  Now with over 1000 registered athletes in recreational, theraputic, and competitive programs; Club Aviva is a leader in the field.

Our programs

Our programs were developed by Vivien Symington, the owner of Club Aviva. Each program is designed to emphasize movement education, which develops confidence and competence in each participant. To remain a leader in the field, we continuously develop new curriculum and revise old curriculum to meet the needs of a wide variety of athletes. In addition to our recreational program, Club Aviva also offers therapuatic programs and runs a competitive program with provincial, national, and international level athletes. On top of our gymnastics programs we offers outstanding Parties, Drop-In programs, Field Trips, and Special Education programs.  Club Aviva also offers camps during Spring Break and Summer vacations.

Our facilities

Club Aviva offers a 16,000 sq ft gymnastics facility. Our facilities include an in-ground foam pit, in-ground trampolines, in-ground 30 ft TumbleTrak and four above-ground trampolines.  We also offer all of the traditional gymnastics apparatus including bars, beams, vault, as well as a double-mini trampolines and an 80 ft rod floor for trampoline gymnastics, and a variety of smaller scale equipment for preschool gymnastics. Club Aviva has three large party rooms for your party needs and is capable of accommodating birthday parties of up to 30 children or even larger corporate events.
 
Club Aviva also has a 9-strip fiberglass AAI floor, 2 x 84' runways for vault and double-mini, and an SA Sport vault. We are also proud of our custom designed foam pit which was developed by our staff in collaboration with industry experts to be among the safest foam pits in Canada.
 

Club Aviva – Core Values 

Inclusivity

At Club Aviva, everyone belongs. We welcome participants of all abilities and backgrounds, creating a space where each person feels seen, supported, and celebrated. Every individual brings something special to our community, and we are proud to honour those unique strengths.

Effort & Perseverance

We believe in the power of trying—of giving your best, taking the next step, and celebrating progress at every stage. Whether someone is learning a new skill or building confidence, we cheer for the courage it takes to keep going.

Community

Our community is our heart. We lift each other up, share our successes, learn side by side, and offer a hand when it’s needed. At Club Aviva, no one moves forward alone—we grow because we grow together.

Growth Mindset

Here, every attempt is a step forward. We focus on effort, curiosity, and perseverance—not perfection. We help each participant see what’s possible when they believe in their own potential.

Safety & Care

We create environments filled with warmth, encouragement, and trust. Safety—emotional and physical—is the foundation of every experience at Club Aviva, allowing participants to explore with confidence and joy.

Excellence in Programming

We are committed to delivering high‑quality programming that nurtures physical literacy, skill development, and personal growth. Through consistency, creativity, and evidence‑informed approaches, we help every participant reach new heights.

Joy & Celebration

Movement is joyful—and we celebrate that joy every single day. From small victories to big milestones, we share laughter, encouragement, and the thrill of discovery. At Club Aviva, celebration is part of our culture.

Leadership Through Service

We lead with kindness and purpose. By giving back to our community, supporting families, and empowering future generations, we help shape a brighter, more inclusive tomorrow.

 
 

 SORRY NO PET

In the interest of Health & Safety,
we do not allow pets entering the
building anymore.
(Trained service dogs are welcome)

Thank you for your co-operation.