Meet our newest PJ Library community partner

Tumbles Naples

By Alicia Feldman, PJ Library Coordinator

Allow me to introduce you to PJ Library’s newest community partner, Tumbles, Naples, owned by Suzanna and Michael Webster. Suzanna moved to Naples in 2004. Michael, a Naples native, graduated from Naples Park Elementary, Pine Ridge Middle and Barron Collier High schools. They have two children, Michael (7) and Olivia (4).

When I asked what sparked their interest in a child-centered business, they told me Suzanna gave Michael the necessary push to coach their son’s recreational soccer team in 2019. Michael, who was previously in sales, really found he had a passion for working with children. From there, the idea to get involved in a childcentered business took root. But it wasn’t until Michael was searching for birthday venues for Olivia at the end of 2020 that he decided to go “all-in” and open a facility. He saw a lot of great options in town, but it became apparent there was room for more.

“I knew I wanted something that was fun for the kids but that would also help foster a positive self-image for children. I didn’t have any formal experience operating children’s venues, so I began looking at franchises,” Michael says.

In Tumbles, they found a franchise that combines body and mind to get kids moving and thinking. There are a lot of reasons they chose Tumbles; however, one thing stood out — the mission of creating a healthy self-esteem as the single most important factor for continued growth towards lifelong success. This core value aligned perfectly with Suzanne and Michael’s beliefs.

You’ll see Mike at Tumbles most days, while Suzanna handles many of the operational duties. They look forward to meeting PJ Library families during the monthly events or any time they choose to stop in to visit!