The Greater Buffalo Gymnastics Center is a family-owned business that has been serving the Amherst community and surrounding areas since 1993. Founded by Torey Hirsch and Sharon DePeters, who have over 90 years of combined experience in gymnastics, the center focuses on the education and betterment of children through the sport. They offer a range of programs, from recreational to competitive, aimed at helping each athlete reach their full potential while enjoying the process.
Despite facing numerous obstacles, the Hirsch Family’s vision of providing gymnastics instruction and building children’s self-confidence has become a reality. The center has produced numerous champions and scholarship recipients over the years, becoming a household name in the Western New York Community. With a $3+ million, 5-acre complex that serves over 1,000 families weekly, the Greater Buffalo Gymnastics Center is dedicated to children’s education, health, and overall well-being.
Today, the center offers a variety of services, including gymnastics, an adult fitness center, dance instruction, and a full-service childcare and pre-school center. With continuous expansions and improvements, the facility ensures the most up-to-date instructional settings for all programs. The center’s philosophy revolves around creating a positive and enriching environment where children can grow, learn, and develop important physical, mental, and social skills that will benefit them throughout their lives.