Meet Our Coaches

Our coaches train with us, learning the Waves philosophy of positive, progressive and safe coaching techniques. In turn, they also bring their own personality, enthusiasm and new ideas into the gym. We all continue to educate ourselves in best coaching practices, no matter age or experience.

Alyssa

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Alyssa loves to cheer! Heading into her senior year, she has been a cheerleader for 6 years.
Here at Waves, Alyssa approaches her students with enthusiasm and kindness. She loves to help them progress through the program and see them succeed!
Amber

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Amber has been coaching since 2014, and has great experience working with toddlers and young gymnasts. She has participated in many sports and holds her CPR certification, as well as USAG certifications.
Amber is an outgoing and enthusiastic spirit - A mom of 3 who loves cooking up new recipes, and spending time outdoors with family. She brings her enthusiasm to the gym and is excited to continue expanding her gymnastics know-how and watch her students shine!
Anai

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Once a Level 7 competitive gymnast, Anai loves to maintain a healthy lifestyle. She enjoys hiking on scenic trails and going to her local gym! She’s also got brains to go with her brawn - Anai is in NHS and the top 3% of her class.
She is excited to share her passion with her students here at Waves and make a positive impact on their gymnastics and fitness journey!
Elizabeth

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Elizabeth is a junior in high school with plans to attend Wheaton College after graduation. As a certified lifeguard, Elizabeth has training in First Aid and infant/child CPR.
She enjoys reading and writing, as well as participating in lots of physical activities! She adores children and loves coaching young gymnasts!
Gaby

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Gaby is a TXST student, majoring in Biology and minoring in Pre-Med… Well on her way to her goal of becoming a pediatrician! She competed in gymnastics for 6 years, and has also coached swimming.
She’s looking forward to laughing and smiling with the kids, as she grows her coaching skills here at Waves.
Isaac

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Outdoorsy Isaac loves any activity he can participate in outside. He enjoys camping, hiking, reading and hanging out with friends and family. Isaac is First Aid and CPR Certified, and holds USAG certificates in Safety & Risk Management, as well as SafeSport.
Formerly a Taekwondo coach, Isaac is excited to teach and learn new skills by creating an encouraging and active learning environment.
Kacie

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Kacie is a cheerleader and ex- competitive gymnast who LOVES to tumble! In her free time, she likes to attend volunteer opportunities where she gets to work with kids.
She is CPR certified and ready to coach her students in the sport she has loved for so long!
Kelsie

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A freshman at TXST, Kelsie is fun and lively! She has always loved gymnastics, competing for 3 years.
She has over 2 years of coaching experience, winning awards for her charismatic spirit, and she looks forward to bringing another smiling face to the Waves team!
Kiley

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Kiley started gymnastics at just 2 years old, and later went on to cheer for 10 years. She has nearly 3 years of experience coaching different sports and has taught Preschool. She is CPR and First Aid Certified.
Kylie loves to see her students get excited about learning - she looks forward to watching them gain new skills and progress into higher levels!
Lacey

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Lacey started gymnastics at just 3 years old and went on to become a USAG competitive gymnast in Virginia. She continued to participate in gymnastics throughout college, and still enjoys tumbling today!
Lacey holds a certificate in USAG Fundamentals of Gymnastics Instruction and is passionate about giving back to the next generation of gymnasts. She aims to build self-confidence, teach life lessons, and have fun doing gymnastics with all of her students!
Layla

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Layla is a roadtripper at heart, she loves Dr. Pepper and sushi. She loves gymnastics and she holds her CPR certification, as well as being trained in Safe Sport.
When she’s not on campus at TXST, you can find her at Waves doing what she loves - teaching and helping kids.
Lilly

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Lilly is a chill gal who loves to listen to any kind of music or read a book. She’s excited to be back in a gymnastics environment - having grown up doing gymnastics herself.
As a coach, Lilly is outgoing and openminded, but knows it’s important to be patient with her students. She is always trying to learn (or create!) new ways to make learning gymnastics fun!
Lourdes

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Bringing over 2 years of experience with her, Lourdes is an enthusiastic and supportive coach. She loves to see the smiling faces of her students when they do well! Outside the gym she loves live music, attending church, and hanging out with friends and family.
Lourdes hopes to be known for her passion when teaching her students the sport she loves.
Natalie

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Originally from Houston, TX, Natalie did gymnastics when she was young. Now, as a college student, she loves cats and Dr. Pepper!
She has worked with many young gymnasts in the Houston area and looks forward to seeing young athletes grow into enthusiastic gymnasts here at Waves!
Nico

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Nico is an all-around sporty guy! He enjoys playing football, running track and skateboarding. In his free time, you might also find him volunteering at the local food bank.
He truly enjoys working with kids and his patient and kind attitude make him a compassionate coach.
Reese

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Gymnastics has been a huge part of Reese’s life since she was young. She has done gymnastics for 11 years - including 4 years of competitive gymnastics. She is currently competing in Pole Vault and enjoys many other sports.

She is looking forward to doing what she’s passionate about here at Waves, while growing as a coach and as a person!
Riley

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Riley is an athletic girly - she competed in gymnastics up to Level 9 and loves to take her dog to the river and workout. She was voted “Toughest Cheerleader” and graduated Cum Laude in high school.
She is now pursuing a degree in Advertising at TXST. She’s ready to use her skills to teach her students to love exercise and is excited to coach higher levels.
Ryann

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An Austinite at heart, Ryann can usually be found hanging out by the lake or attending concerts. She has competed in dance and won several national titles.
Here at Waves, Ryann specializes in working with our preschool gymnasts and her quiet confidence brings out the best in her students!