Paige Negrete

Paige Negrete started South Bay Sprouts in 2020 as an in-home mobile gymnastics program with one goal: to grow kids through movement—encouraging them to get outside, be active and always ask for a challenge. Since then, Paige has expanded into her own studio space in Redondo Beach and has partnered with local schools, day cares, and parks and recreation programs. Classes are geared toward ages 2½ to 15, and private and group lessons are available for all ages.

What does it mean to create a space where every girl can grow?

At Cartwheelin’ Cuties® by South Bay Sprouts gymnastics, we’re all about celebrating every stage of growth—whether it’s a tiny gymnast beaming after their first cartwheel or a teen stepping into a leadership role. It’s a space where confidence blossoms, friendships form and every girl knows she belongs.

What rules do you break regularly— and with intention?

We decided the big, traditional gymnastics format just wasn’t for us. Instead, we love offering small-batch instruction, where every child gets high-quality movement, personal attention and the chance to truly thrive. 

How does your team contribute to the South Bay?

We love to show up for our community. Whether it’s summer camp fairs, city events or local celebrations, you’ll always find us there with big smiles and lots of energy. We’ll be at Halloween at H Hotel with The Mom Walk on October 12 and the Manhattan Beach Pumpkin Race on October 19. We can’t wait to keep spreading Cartwheelin’ Cuties® joy all around town!

Describe a business decision you made that made no sense on paper but turned out brilliantly.

We took an entire day off of our recreational schedule to focus on offering one-on-one instruction for our friends with extra-special needs. On paper it looked like a sacrifice, but in reality it became one of the most meaningful parts of our program—opening doors for kids who deserve just as much joy and confidence in movement as anyone else.

Photographed by Fabien & Laura Castro