Gage Center

What Gage Center does

GAGE Center (legal entity GAGECenter, LLC) is a privately held gymnastics training and youth activity center headquartered in Blue Springs, Missouri. Founded in 1979 by internationally recognized coach Al Fong as Dragon Gymnastics, the organization has operated continuously for 45 years under Al Fong and Armine Barutyan-Fong (2007 World Team Assistant Coach), producing state, regional, national and world champions including USA national team members. The company offers a vertically integrated portfolio spanning preschool (Dragonfly), recreational gymnastics, Dragon Ninja training, tumbling, competitive teams (Women's Dragon, Men's Dragon, Xcel Dragon, Inferno Dragons), summer camps across all skill levels, hosted gymnastics meets, birthday parties, and the Bump City indoor playland.

The core technology is a specialized physical facility equipped with in-ground trampolines, warped walls, cargo nets, monkey bars, rope swings, tumble trak, beams, bars, vaults, rings, and pommel horses, supported by 51-100 staff (coaches, party hosts, operations). Customer-facing digital infrastructure is built on the IClassPro registration portal, Roller waiver/booking system, an e-commerce storefront on gagecenter.com, and a Wix-hosted website with social channels on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter/X, plus SMS opt-in marketing.

Revenue is generated through eight streams: weekly recreational class subscriptions, competitive team annual/seasonal fees, summer/seasonal camps ($100-$699), birthday party packages ($184-$484), Bump City admissions and monthly passes ($42-$90), hosted gymnastics meet entry fees ($115-$135 per athlete plus team fees), youth events and group rentals, and merchandise/equipment sales. The go-to-market is direct-to-consumer to families and small groups in the Kansas City metro area, with marketing emphasizing 45-year legacy, elite coaching pedigree, and Olympic-level training pathways. There is no disclosed revenue, no institutional funding, and no parent company; ownership is founder-held.

Name

Gage Center

Legal name

GAGECenter, LLC

Website

https://gagecenter.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

GAGE Center is a private gymnastics and youth activity center in Blue Springs, Missouri, founded in 1979 by coach Al Fong. It serves Kansas City-area families with recreational and competitive gymnastics, ninja training, camps, birthday parties, and an indoor playland.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gymnastics Training Services

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Adventure Multi-Sport Camps & Skills Academies (THAAAKAM)

akta.pro secondary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Youth gymnastics training
• Gymnastics instruction
• Competitive gymnastics teams
• Kids sports programs
• Indoor recreation facility

Headquarters

HQ city

Blue Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Class and Program Registrations: Weekly gymnastics classes for preschool, recreational, and pre-team levels; charged on a recurring basis through monthly membership or session fees.
2. Competitive Team Programs: Annual or seasonal membership fees for competitive gymnastics teams including Women's Dragon Team, Men's Dragon Team, and Xcel Dragon Team.
3. Camps: Summer and seasonal camps at various price points ($100-$699) for different skill levels including Elite, Level 4-8, Xcel, and Men's competitive camps.
4. Birthday Parties: Party packages ranging from $184 (Mini Bash) to $484 (Ultimate Party) with tiered pricing based on guest count and inclusions. Refreshment packages available for additional cost.
5. Bump City Entertainment: Indoor playland admissions and monthly passes for open play, toddler activities, and group events at the Bump City facility.
6. Youth Events and Facility Rentals: Group events including school field trips, fundraising events, church youth groups, and local youth team gatherings; priced per group.
7. Gymnastics Meets: Entry fees for hosted gymnastics competitions including Dragon Invitational, Secret Santa Invite, and Men's Dragon Invite. Entry fees range from $115-$135 per athlete plus team entry fees.
8. Merchandise and Apparel: Sale of gymnastics apparel including team leotards ($25), t-shirts ($5-$15), sweatshirts ($13-$25), and gymnastics equipment such as mat bags ($250-$400) and bumper mats ($400).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

GAGE Center is a gymnastics training facility that sells instructional classes (preschool, recreational, tumbling, ninja warrior, pre-team), competitive team memberships (Women's, Men's, Xcel Dragon Teams), seasonal camps, hosted gymnastics competitions, birthday party packages at the Bump City indoor playland, and branded apparel/equipment. All programming is delivered on-site at two Blue Springs, Missouri facilities under the direction of internationally recognized coach Al Fong.

Product overview

Gage Center is a comprehensive gymnastics training facility offering a diverse portfolio of programs and services. The core offering consists of instructional programs including Dragonfly Preschool Gymnastics, Recreational Gymnastics, Dragon Ninja Training, and Tumbling classes, serving children from preschool age through teens. Competitive programs include Women's Dragon Teams, Men's Dragon Teams, and Xcel Dragon Teams for athletes seeking competitive gymnastics. The facility operates Bump City, an indoor recreational play area for children ages 4-13 featuring ninja challenges, trampolines, and obstacle courses. Additional services include Birthday Parties hosted at Bump City with various package options, Youth Events for school and group activities, and hosting of gymnastics meets including Dragon Invitational and Secret Santa Invite. The company also sells merchandise including team apparel and gymnastics equipment (mat bags), and offers monthly passes and introductory class packages. Summer Camp programs provide intensive gymnastics training across multiple skill levels. The organization has a 45-year history of gymnastics excellence and is led by internationally recognized coach Al Fong.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DragonFly Preschool: Preschool gymnastics program for young children
• Dragon Ninja Training
• Bump City
• Dragon Team
• Men's Dragon Team
• Xcel Team
• Inferno Dragons

Products and services

• Dragonfly Preschool Gymnastics

Quantifiable outcome

• Produced countless state, regional, national and world champions since 1979
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Hampton Inn Blue SpringsminorOthersDesignated host hotel for GAGE Center camps and events. Located at 900 NW South Outer Rd, Blue Springs, MO 64015, within 1 mile of GAGE Center. Offers group rate reservations for visiting families and out-of-town athletes attending gymnastics camps and competitions.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Parkettes National Gymnastics Training Center: Elite US gymnastics training center producing national and Olympic-level athletes, with comparable programming across recreational, pre-team, and competitive levels. Closely aligned with GAGE in mission, coaching-driven reputation, and host of major invitational meets.
• World Gymnastics Academy: Long-established gymnastics training facility with multi-level programming and competitive team development. Operates a similar instructional-to-elite pathway and is a comparable privately-owned, single-market gymnastics operator.
• Texas Dreams Gymnastics: Elite gymnastics academy known for producing national team athletes and offering competitive team programs alongside recreational classes. Mirrors GAGE's elite-coaching-driven positioning and destination-style reputation.
• Cincinnati Gymnastics Academy: Regional gymnastics training center with recreational classes, competitive teams, and summer camps. Directly comparable in scale, program mix, and community-based private operation.
• Houston Gymnastics Academy: Multi-program gymnastics facility offering preschool, recreational, and competitive team training. Comparable in product breadth and use of camp/clinic offerings to drive off-peak utilization.
• Eveleth Gymnastics: Elite gymnastics training program with a strong record of producing collegiate and international athletes. Comparable in competitive-team focus and coaching-led differentiation.
• Gold Medal Gymnastics: Recreational and competitive gymnastics operator with multi-level programming and birthday-party offerings. Comparable in private-operator positioning and bundled program mix including camps.
• All Olympia Gymnastics Center: Privately operated gymnastics training center offering preschool through team programs and summer camps. Comparable in scale, single-market footprint, and community-driven competitive team structure.

Emerging players

• Sky Zone: National indoor trampoline and active-play chain hosting birthday parties, open jump, and group events. Closest scaled analog to GAGE's Bump City indoor playland and party business, competing for the same family entertainment dollars.
• Urban Air Adventure Park: Multi-attraction indoor adventure park with trampolines, ninja courses, and party hosting. Comparable to Bump City as a year-round indoor entertainment and birthday-party destination for families.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/thegagecenter
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/alfongblog
• Facebookfacebook.com/thegagecenter
• Instagraminstagram.com/gage.center

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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