Award-winning kids’ club booking and management platform, ClassForKids, recently hosted a landmark gymnastics masterclass led by Olympic bronze medallists Jessica and Jennifer Gadirova.
Held on 29 June 2025 at the Harrow School of Gymnastics in London – a gym close to Jessica and Jennifer’s heart, who trained at Harrow whilst competing in major international competitions, and on their way to Olympic greatness – the event provided a unique opportunity for selected young athletes to meet their heroes and practice their skills with Jessica and Jennifer’s guidance.
Jennifer Gadirova, reflecting on the experience, said: “I loved the masterclass – it showed the gymnasts that hard work truly pays off. It was incredible to watch them engage so personally with the core foundations of our training. It also gave the coaches the opportunity to receive tips and tricks they’ll take back home and share with their teams.”
The session formed the grand prize of a national competition launched by ClassForKids – part of the Access Group – to reward clubs supporting elite gymnasts and inspire the next generation of the most ambitious and talented young, elite-level athletes, with fifteen winning clubs from across the UK invited to attend with two of their competitive gymnasts aged 12–18.
The lucky winners enjoyed a masterclass including an Olympic-standard coaching session held by Jessica and Jennifer, followed by a private Q&A with the Gadirova twins, offering rare personal insight into elite sport, mindset, and motivation. The initiative sought to celebrate clubs’ efforts and athletic dedication, and provide direct access to role models, equipping both coaches and athletes with practical inspiration to take back to their own training environments.
Jessica Gadirova added: “This event gave the athletes an opportunity not only to learn from us but to recognise their own potential. It’s all about trusting the process; progress takes time, so enjoy the journey and stay focused.”
Club coaches accompanying the athletes highlighted the value of the experience for both gymnasts and coaching staff.
Phil Swatridge, Head Coach at Harrow School of Gymnastics, said: “The gymnasts were motivated by meeting Jessica and Jennifer, as these sort of events humanise Olympians to them and help young athletes feel that their goals are achievable.”
