Our Mission
The goal of GGC is to teach gymnastics in a comfortable atmosphere that is enjoyable and fun yet stresses the importance of progression and striving for excellence. We believe the benefits of our competitive program go beyond physical and competitive aspects. We believe it also teaches:
- Mental discipline
- Cooperation and the importance of being a good teammate
- The importance of dedication and commitment
- Goal setting and perseverance in achieving those goals
- That winning can be a goal - just not only, nor is it the most important goal
- How to win and lose with grace and humility
We feel that these aspects will transcend a gymnast's participation on the team and will become successful attributes they will use throughout their lifetime. Through a knowledgeable and caring staff, we work to the level of the individual and strive to bring out their potentials as a gymnast and a person. We do not pressure athletes into skills that the gymnast is not physically or mentally ready to perform.
Our Coaches
Coach Kevin
Coach Carleigh
Coach Carleigh
* Competed for Stadium High School (1978-1981)
* Puget Sound School of Gymnastics – 1980-2003 as Team/Pre-Team Coach, Class and Preschool Instructor and Recreational Program Coordinator
* Lakewood Family YMCA/Grace Gymnastics Center – 2003 to Present
* 1991 Washington State Coach of the Year
* YMCA National Gymnastics Advisory Committee – 200
* Competed for Stadium High School (1978-1981)
* Puget Sound School of Gymnastics – 1980-2003 as Team/Pre-Team Coach, Class and Preschool Instructor and Recreational Program Coordinator
* Lakewood Family YMCA/Grace Gymnastics Center – 2003 to Present
* 1991 Washington State Coach of the Year
* YMCA National Gymnastics Advisory Committee – 2008 to Present
* Current Interim South Washington Sectional Representative for USAG WA
I love the sport of gymnastics. Aside from my feeling that no other sport matches its aesthetic and artistic merits with the astonishing and sometimes mind-boggling athleticism quite the same as gymnastics. I also embrace the many other positive facets that gymnastics helps to develop in our young people. Having an environment that helps to nurture better high self-esteem, self-confidence, friendships and the importance of teamwork will always be main priorities for me as a coach and program director working with young people.
Outside of gymnastics, I love spending time with my wife of 28 years, Kelly, my son Kurtis and my daughter Kelcey (and her husband James).
Contact Coach Kevin
253-460-8920
- Email: kmilliren@ymcapkc.org
Coach Carleigh
Coach Carleigh
Coach Carleigh
Coach Katie
Coach Carleigh
Coach kenzie
Hi! I’m Coach Katie, I coach Xcel Bronze and Silver gymnasts. I have been coaching at Grace gymnastics for about 5 years. Before I started coaching, I was a gymnast myself for 10 years at Grace and made it to level 9. I love gymnastics because it teaches young athletes the importance of hard work and dedication. Personally, it taught me
Hi! I’m Coach Katie, I coach Xcel Bronze and Silver gymnasts. I have been coaching at Grace gymnastics for about 5 years. Before I started coaching, I was a gymnast myself for 10 years at Grace and made it to level 9. I love gymnastics because it teaches young athletes the importance of hard work and dedication. Personally, it taught me confidence and resilience which helped later in life. Whenever I’m not in the gym I’m at the park or going on hikes.
Coach kenzie
Coach kenzie
Coach kenzie
Coach linda
Coach kenzie
Coach linda
Hi, I am Coach Linda. I joined this Lakewood YMCA when it opened in January of 1992. It was our second home as we raised our 4 daughters. Three of the four were very involved in Grace Gymnastics. Since they were always in the gym, I decided I may as well join them. I started out as a volunteer and have now been coaching for over 20 y
Hi, I am Coach Linda. I joined this Lakewood YMCA when it opened in January of 1992. It was our second home as we raised our 4 daughters. Three of the four were very involved in Grace Gymnastics. Since they were always in the gym, I decided I may as well join them. I started out as a volunteer and have now been coaching for over 20 years. I have coached from preschool up to Level 6 over the years and loved every step of the way. When I’m asked what I do at the Y, I say, I get to play with kids!! My goal has always been to change the world one child at a time!
Coach Grace
Coach kenzie
Coach linda
Coach MacKenzie
Coach MacKenzie
Coach MacKenzie
Coach Yana
Coach MacKenzie
Coach MacKenzie
Coach Ava
Coach MacKenzie
Coach Ava
Work With Us
Hiring Team Coaches
We are Hiring. Come Grow with Us!
Grace Gymnastics, in Lakewood, Washington is currently hiring compulsory, optional and pre-team level coaches. Previous experience is preferred, as well as a willingness to work together. Hours are flexible. Pay is commensurate with experience and is competitive in the industry ~ up to $19.50/hour
To apply, please go to the following link and follow these steps: https://www.ymcapkc.org/
· Click on “Part-Time Positions”
· Click on “Youth” in dropdown menu
· Click on “Gymnastics Coach” on next menu
· Scroll down to “To Apply” and click “Choose a Location”
· In State, choose “Washington” and City “Lakewood” then click arrows to right
· Follow the directions