Parents Charlotte Area Gyms?

[gymmom8772]

My husband and I are thinking of relocating to the Charlotte NC suburbs. Any recommendations for a good USAG gym in that area?

 

[gymbeam]

seems that southeastern is the place to be in that area. however, i'm just a mom hearing this through the grapevine so i wouldn't take my advice too seriously! lol. (my sister lives in charlotte, btw.)

 

[Geoffrey Taucer]

For boys or girls?

For boys: I'd go with either Zenith or Charlotte Gymnastics Academy. Stass (at Zenith) and Enauch (at CGA) are both fantastic coaches.

For girls: I don't really know any of the girls' coaches in that area very well. Southeastern has produced some awesome gymnasts, but I don't actually know what their workouts are like.

 

[gymmom8772]

For girls Geoffrey.

 

[gymmom8772]

I have heard that Southeastern is really good but to stay away because they are crazy. That is a relative and subjective term and I was told this by someone who isn't involved in gymnastics and it was second hand information. She recommended International Sports Center. I have no idea how good they are or anything about them.

 

[Natasha]

Several good gyms in the Charlotte area. Depends on what you are looking for and what you mean by "good."

 

[gymmom8772]

Please do share. Looking for a gym that teaches good technique, has successful high level gymnasts and doesn't abuse their gymnasts either. Am I asking too much??

 

[AmandaLynn]

You say the suburbs... which side? Traffic through some areas can be horrific. Knowing whether you are looking in the south Charlotte side or the north side would help.

 

[gymmom8772]

I'm looking south to move mainly but I'm not set on anything either.

 

[AmandaLynn]

I would recommend figuring out where you will be living and working, then figure out a gym from there.

There are several gyms to choose from depending on the training environment you are looking for and the area you are looking for.

 

[gymmom8772]

That is a good idea. We are honing in mostly on the Matthews/Waxhaw/Weddington area.

 

[gymmutti]

I sent you a private message but agree that figuring out what area you plan to live in will narrow your choices.

 

[gymdog]

What's the age and skill level of the child? Southeastern is pretty selective.

 

[Oceanflippermom]

Everest would be a little commute, but either them or Southeastern would be where I would want my child if I lived in that area.

 

[gymmom8772]

My DD will be in her first year of optionals by the time we make the move and going on 10 yrs old.

 

[lhmom]

Everest would be a little commute, but either them or Southeastern would be where I would want my child if I lived in that area.

We are not in NC but have seen girls from both gyms at competitions- they have strong gymnasts with great form. In fact, Everest has a girl who is currently on the National team (Ashton Locklear). I think you will have plenty of choices gym wise. Good luck on your move!

 

[gymmom8772]

Thanks so much!!

 

[gymdog]

My DD will be in her first year of optionals by the time we make the move and going on 10 yrs old.

Try Southeastern or Everest then depending on your location.

 

[gymmom8772]

Sounds good gymdog.

 

[bookworm]

Especially with Southeastern's track record for getting their kids committed...that would be a consideration for me if my kid was an optional