From the coaches...
"I have worked at gyms all over the country and can say with complete confidence that Liz is one of the most competent, kind, and worthwhile individuals to work under. She cares immensely about the children she teaches as well as the coaches for whom she is responsible. I've personally witnessed Liz enhance her working environments in terms of both athleticism and professionalism, applying the grace and determination she learned as a gymnast into her career as a coach. She is truly a leader of every community in which she steps foot and reliably leaves a lasting impression on everyone she meets."
Testimonials
From the parents...
"While new to this facility, these coaches are not new to the gymnastics world. Our daughter absolutely loves her gymnastics coaches. They are incredibly patient, encouraging, and make learning new skills so much fun."
"We've seen a huge improvement in her confidence and skills since she started working with her. I can tell she really cares for her students and always creates a safe learning environment for the kids!"
From the athletes...
"Coach Liz always has a cup of coffee in her hand and a smile on her face whenever I came into the gym. She is not only a coach but a human who takes the time to get to know her athletes which I greatly appreciated. I was coached by her for many years, through the ups and the downs, her marriage, major life events, Covid, and post Covid. She knew how to push us just the right way because of how much she knew us and stayed relevant with us and our life. Her work ethic and ability to connect with everyone in the gym is something I admire still to this day and I hope to have! 💗"
"In a sport that demands so much dedication and hard work, it never felt difficult to give my all—because I knew Coach Liz was doing the same. No matter what, she was always there for me through my highs and lows. From cheering me on from the side of the floor at competitions to talking me through mental blocks, I never felt alone in such an individual sport. I will always remember my years as a competitive gymnast fondly because of her."
"My coach Liz was my gymnastics coach for over five years! She was the perfect balance of hardworking, kind, and supportive. She was the kind of coach who believed in me even when I doubted or underestimated myself. She got my gymnastics team to be undefeated every single year! I think a big reason was the energy that she created. If spirits were low or people were tired, she would give us a pep talk or switched up the drills or even asked for our input on what we wanted to do. It also always felt like she cared about us as people just as much as gymnasts. If I wasn’t feeling my best or had a tough day, she would always notice and remind us that it was okay to take a breath and prioritize myself. Liz genuinely created a space where I felt like I could push myself while still always feeling supported, and I was so grateful to have had her as a coach :)"
"Liz has been such an inspiring coach who has helped me grow into the person I am today. She was a gymnastics coach when I trained at Cal Berkeley and she’s always someone I can trust and count on throughout my gymnastics journey. I had many coaches who pushed me past my limits or who I couldn’t fully trust but Liz was different. She always motivated me to do my best while maintaining a healthy supportive coach athlete relationship. Even though I’ve retired from gymnastics, I know Liz will always be there for me whenever I need advice or someone to talk to."
"I met Coach Liz when I was just 11 years old. One of my core memories with her is from my very first competition in December 2016. I had forgotten my floor routine. After saluting the judges, I walked off the floor in tears. Coach Liz immediately embraced me, wiped my tears, and gently told me it was okay. She reminded me not to let one performance affect the rest of the meet.Throughout that night, she continued to encourage me, pushing me to give it my all. Her presence brought me a sense of peace and confidence which gave me comfort. In moments of frustration, she lifted me up. She pushed me harder because she saw something in me, potential I didn’t always see in myself. She believed in me, especially during the times I doubted myself. There were countless times she helped me work through fears, unlocking new skills along the way. Coach Liz had a way of lighting up any room with her energy. She wasn’t just a coach, she was a mentor, a role model, and a friend. Her influence reached far beyond the gym, shaping who I am today. The lessons she taught me about resilience, belief, and self-worth have changed me for the better. I’m truly grateful to know her, to have been coached by her, and to continue carrying her impact with me every step of the way."