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Put the sound on and start clapping your hands in a good mood! You are invited to celebrate with us!
It is MP Gymnastics' BIRTHDAY!!! Or better yet, it is MP Gymnastics' BIRTHMONTH!
This August 2024, we have reached the beautiful age of 8 years old, and we want to celebrate like never before!
If you have been with us since the beginning, you know a lot has happened until now. If you are a newcomer, sit tight because we are going to tell you everything you need to know.
MP GYMNASTICS...What?
MP Gymnastics is a proud Portuguese brand dedicated to the world of gymnastics. While our main business is producing high-quality training wear for gymnasts worldwide, our followers would say that this only scratches the surface of what we do.
Our main purpose is to unite and glorify the beautiful community of gymnasts who inspire, support, and uplift one another in the pursuit of excellence. That’s why you must have heard before that OUR HEROES WEAR LEOTARDS! We truly believe in your commitment, strength, and dedication to the sport. We have been here for you for 8 years now, watching every step, giving you a hand when you fall, and cheering for you when you stand on the podium. We definitely know you.
Have you ever wondered why we've been so close to you from the beginning, understanding your challenges and celebrating your victories? The answer is simple. Our founder and current CEO, Mariana Pedro, was a former gymnast in her youth. Her firsthand experience enabled her to identify areas needing improvement and opportunities for enhancement over the years. Since day one, her goal has been to ensure athletes receive the recognition they deserve for their achievements and to make them feel special in every way. And also uses the voice and power of the MP Gymnastics brand to praise all gymnasts, to remember former gymnasts, and above all, to motivate the future young gymnasts.
And how have we been MAKING YOU FEEL SPECIAL?
Our daily work is to find solutions that make you feel confident during all your practices while wearing our leotards. Our products are carefully designed with high-quality and durable lycra to make you feel comfortable during practices. But when you wear them, you feel more than just comfort; you feel a sense of belonging to a group. You have friends who share similar values and beliefs, who strive for success in the gymnastics world just like you. It is not uncommon to see our leotards being passed down from older gymnasts to younger ones over the years, as a gift and especially as an amulet. While this may not seem ideal for business, from our perspective, it is a mark of prestige. In those moments, we know our work is fulfilling its purpose.
We also strive to ensure you feel seen and recognized, and to strengthen our relationship with you on social networks. We love receiving your photos and comments, watching you grow over the years, and seeing you become a better version of yourself—more capable and empowered.
All our photoshoots are designed for you, and especially with you. We love having you join us in special moments, turning them into postcards and banners for our new leotards. It's not unusual to see a familiar face in our next campaign, and if you haven't had that experience yet, there are still plenty of opportunities ahead. We are committed to showcasing the talented gymnasts out there, and we won't stop celebrating your achievements.
Why are WE CELEBRATING NOW?
At MP Gymnastics, we felt it was essential to celebrate the journey so far because we remember it wasn’t always easy. Just like you, who goes to practice every time, trying to improve your movements and strengthen your body for higher jumps or better support for your pairs, you know that not every day comes easily. We have to keep pushing and believing in ourselves to reach the sweet spot we want to be in the future. But we should never forget our start and the challenges we faced as beginners because they have shaped us into who we are today.
Let’s take a quick look to MP's story since day one:
Eight years ago, Mariana Pedro founded MP Gymnastics with only a few rolls of fabric in storage and extensive knowledge of the gymnastics world, having been a gymnast herself. Initially, the goal was to ensure athletes received the recognition they deserved for their achievements and to make them feel special in every way. Her fashion sense and the belief that a hero is also judged by their appearance led her to invest in a niche brand producing training wear that everyone would truly love to wear.


The first collections were launched, Handstand and Step Out Collections, and the desire to reach the entire gymnastics community swiftly drove the brand into the digital world, establishing its home at www.mp-gymnastics.com, where we remain today. However, it wasn't until the following year, in 2017, that our first professional photoshoot took place—a significant step in enhancing our products and marketing them on social networks. In the same year, two major events occurred: the first-ever team order was placed, and MP Gymnastics became one of the official sponsors of the Portuguese Gymnastics Federation.
2018 was marked by the development of many leotard models you are familiar with by now—Strike, Pivot, Elite, Power.
Additionally, we formed many partnerships with resellers in Lisbon and the UK. It was also the first time we worked with international brand ambassadors to promote MP Gymnastics outside Portugal.
In 2019, the company was thriving, and the team was growing. However, Mariana, for personal reasons, had to move out of Portugal and managed the company from afar with all the challenges it entailed. But it was only the beginning; the pandemic was about to hit in full force.
The year 2020, due to its global challenges, is a strange year to remember, but we must say that we broke some sales records, driven by the pandemic situation. We never stopped believing, and that was also the year we built an internal structure to reconfigure the team and assets the company had. This included a new website, investment in eco-friendly materials, and, finally, the physical culmination of our first shop's inauguration in July 2021, against all odds.
The next year focused on the implementation of new collections like the Swirl Collection and the Fitness Collection. We even ventured into different types of products like sweatshirts and grip bags to bring variety to our portfolio. This was the same year we started selling our products on marketplaces, a significant step toward the internationalization of our brand.
2023 strengthened our partnership with the Portuguese Gymnastics Federation, and MP Gymnastics designed and produced the training leotards for the Acrobatic Portuguese Team. It is a great pride to dress this team in all competitions where they represent our country, using the Portugal Leotard made in the beautiful colors of our flag and featuring particular designs of Portuguese history, like the armillary spheres. The same year was marked by the launch of a few more models like the Bold Collection and Wonder Girl Collection, and we started selling the Blocks Collection with the intent of always bringing novelties to our community.
Last season, we can say it has been a very thrilling one with considerable growth in many areas. We have reached the highest follower numbers, 33.8k, on our social media, we have dressed 79 teams in 7 different countries, and we have launched 11 different collections and had to restock them.
At MP Gymnastics, we know that not all plans come to an end as they should, and not all ideas or investments reach the outcome we were expecting. But we also know that we have to keep going and trying to do our best in finding solutions and products that truly serve you.-and that is what we have been trying to achieve! Because we know that when you reach your success moment, you won't forget that we have always been there for you. As much as we will belong to your story, you are the reason we are making ours.
As we reflect on our journey, we recognize that we have many reasons to celebrate. From our humble beginnings to our growth and achievements, each milestone has been a testament to our commitment and passion. Just as we take pride in our progress, we encourage our community to celebrate their own achievements and, most importantly, the path we are all building together. It's not just the victories that matter, but the dedication, hard work, and perseverance that bring us closer to our dreams. Together, we are stronger, and together, we will continue to thrive. Here's to celebrating not just our success, but the shared journey that unites us all.
THAT IS WHY WE ARE CELEBRATING NOW!
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