Dr. Freddy Behin grew up in Germany where he began his professional gymnastics career and competed on the Junior National Team with DTB.  In 1990 he was recruited to the US and ended up joining UCLA as a starting gymnast leading to UCLA's NCAA National wins in 1994, 1995, 1996, and 1997.  Freddy Qualified for the World Championships and introduced a new skill to the world, placing it in the Code Of Point. 

After finishing UCLA in 1999, Freddy entered medical school and graduated receiving his medical degree in 2003.  He has participated in numerous charity surgical trips to 3rd world countries, donating his time and money, and helping several hundred patients, some with life-threatening conditions. 

Freddy has been involved with Tony Robbins and his organization both as a Platinum Partner client and later as one of his Master Coaches helping clients with personal development breakthroughs.  Freddy is a published author and has been on numerous stages as a speaker, motivating and teaching success to organizations.

Freddy's goal is to instill the same principles into all students who come across him at the Gymnastics World.

Our original facility was located in Reseda on the corner of Sherman Way and Lindley.  This location was 6500 sqft and catered only to recreational students.  GW opened its doors in June of 1996 to 37 students.
Coach Freddy and his father, coach Hamid built the program to over 250 students within the first 6 months.

Gymnastics World introduced a unique system for rewarding children using a proprietary skill chart progression system, whereby students would receive starts for skills mastered and a certificate and a medal for passing each level. 

Being one of the best facilities in catering to children in the Valley, required a much larger facility.  In 2002, we moved the gym to its current location in Chatsworth.

Due the quality instructions and the fact that the children were getting exceptionally good, Gymnastics World had no choice but to introduce a competitive team for the girls.

Introduction and development of the Boys Team.

1st Annual GW Championships.  In house showcase for all our recreational athletes to show off what they have learned and earn medals and trophies.  Half time show including competitive teams performing, games, music, food and vendors. 

March 14, 2020 Gymnastics World had to shut its doors due to covid.

May-June 2020 Gymnastics World used the opportunity of the closure began remodeling the gym with bright colors on the walls, reorganization of areas and equipment to enhance the quality of service to our familie and athletes.

July 19, 2021 Gymnastics World suffered a water pipe burst and the entire gym was flooded.

August 27, 2021 Gymnastics World needed a house cleaning of staff and clients who under covid stress were toxic to the gym's mission and culture.  A new beginning with renewed commitment to excellence and positive culture.  

Integrity, Loyalty, Respect and Appreciation is a cornerstone of all that is good.  We protect that.

After back to back blows, healing emotionally and financially from all that was toxic, all aspects of the gym was redesigned with the right people in place.  We are now back to being the 'HOME' thanks to our loyal and amazing families and staff.  Our students and teams are once again thriving with excellence and our culture is happy, supportive and loving.  It was well worth the changes we went through.

Our new website was launched in April 2024.  All team members qualified to State Championships.
Launch of new curriculum start chart system.
Showcase and new events at GW. 

Just like so many other small businesses, Gymnastics World almost did not make it through the pandemic.  With our landlord raising the rents and no income for so many months, the only choice was to close the doors and say goodby. 
But we could not allow the dedicated staff and close to a 1000 students who call GW home be homeless.  
Coach Freddy borrowed money and put his savings back into the gym to make sure the legacy continues.

VIDEO DURING PANDEMIC