Meet the Founder

Hi! I’m Jehma, the founder of Little Gems, which I’ve proudly been running since 2021. I’m a Registered Children's Yoga Teacher, a classically trained dancer, and a diploma qualified early childhood educator with over 15 years of experience teaching dance and working with children.

Little Gems was created from a simple idea: to combine my love of dance, yoga and early childhood education into one unique program where children can learn, grow and thrive. I wanted to create classes that focus on so much more than dance steps or yoga poses, a place where children feel safe, supported and excited to move their bodies, express themselves and build confidence.

I have always been passionate about working with children and firmly believe they are capable of incredible things. Children are naturally curious and eager to learn, and the experiences they have in their early years help shape the people they become. The confidence, resilience, creativity and mindfulness they develop today are tools they can carry with them throughout adolescence and into adulthood.

Every class is designed with intention, combining movement, imagination and age-appropriate teaching to keep children engaged while supporting their physical, social and emotional development. My approach is warm, energetic and encouraging, ensuring every child feels valued, included and celebrated for who they are.

It is a privilege to watch children grow in confidence week after week, and inspiring that lifelong love of movement and learning is the reason Little Gems exists.