Coach Kaia is the friendly face keeping Champions running smoothly as our gym director. If you've called, emailed, or stopped by, chances are you've already met her! A Leander native in her fifth year with Champions, Kaia brings 14+ years of cheer experience, including two seasons at Angelo State and three cheerleading national titles not that she's counting. With 9½ years of coaching experience in cheer and gymnastics, she's passionate about helping athletes grow with confidence both in and outside of the gym. Whether she's answering questions, solving problems, or cheering on athletes, she's always happy to help! Be sure to say hi when you see her :)

Mrs. Sharonna is our Accounts Manager with 20+ years working with children from infants through high school; she cheered in high school, danced on her college pep squad, and earned a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Early Childhood Education from Fisk University. She and her family settled in Texas in 2015, and she’s a proud mom to one amazing son. Outside the gym, she creates handmade crystal jewelry, dances, reads, travels, writes poetry, and runs her online shop, Alesia Lynn Designs—always happiest with family.​​

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Maria is a former gymnast and educator with over 15 years of experience working with children. She focuses on supporting young athletes to develop independence, confidence, and a passion for gymnastics both on and off the floor. Maria is looking forward to her sixth year at ChampionsTX, as well as watching her daughter, Georgia, grow up and play within the gym.

Coach Kaylie, originally from Denver, trained and competed in JO gymnastics for 13 years before continuing at the University of Wisconsin–Oshkosh, where she became a three-time NCGA national champion and All-American on beam. Coaching since age 14, she uses gymnastics to help kids build confidence, discipline, and resilience. Now in Austin, she’s proud to be part of the ChampionsTX community, sharing her love for the sport every day.

Coach Kahla stepped on stage at age 3 and never looked back—over 13 years of competitive dance she earned 8 national titles, then spent 4 years in high school and all-star cheer, winning NCA and earning 2 All-American honors. She holds a B.S. in Exercise Science from the University of Texas and has been coaching athletes for 6+ years. When she’s not in the gym, she’s a professional wake surfer—still making waves, literally.

An Austin native, Coach Kel began his cheerleading journey in high school, competing on both sideline and all-star teams across Levels 2–5. He went on to be a junior coach and later continued his cheerleading career at the collegiate level. For the past five years at Champions, Coach Kel has coached athletes of all ages, bringing energy, skill, and a genuine love for the sport to every practice. He is passionate about helping athletes grow in their technique, confidence, and teamwork while creating an environment where they feel encouraged to challenge themselves and reach their goals.

Coach Grace is a recent graduate of The University of Texas and has always had a strong passion for sports. She loves watching, playing, and especially teaching sports, and she is passionate about helping young athletes develop the same love for sports while building confidence and lifelong skills. Outside of the gym, Grace enjoys traveling the world, spending time with her friends and family, shopping, and watching shows and movies.

Coach Hannah brings flips, fun, and fierce energy to the gym. She started in rec classes, worked up to competing in Xcel for several years, and with a year of coaching experience is excited to pour that love of the sport into the next generation. In her first year at ChampionsTX, she can’t wait to cheer, coach, and cartwheel alongside your kids—one fun flip at a time!

Hello! I am Coach Pro! I was born in New York but moved to San Antonio as a kid. I went to UT Austin where I majored in education. I also learned basic gymnastics and started training calisthenics during this time! I still do calisthenics and I teach 2nd and 3rd grade during the week!

Coach Camryn is a Sophomore at the University of Texas pursuing a Nursing degree with a Kinesiology minor! In high school, she competed in three Texas state championships with her color guard team in Fulshear. She has been coaching since her senior year of high school and is excited to continue sharing her love for the sport with all of the Champions kiddos!

Hi, my name is Caitlin Admire and I am currently a sophomore at The University of Texas at Austin studying psychology! I’ve been a cheerleader for 6 years and now spend my time coaching gymnastics and tutoring children.

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Hi, I’m Sophia! I’m a sophomore at Texas State University, where I’m majoring in Exercise and Sports Science. I love helping athletes grow, gain confidence, and most importantly, have fun while doing what they love! I was an athlete at champions before stepping into the role of being a coach.

Gabby Kaplan is one of the coaches of the Xcel Silver team at Champions! Originally from Long Island, New York, she is currently a junior at The University of Texas at Austin, where she studies Business and Psychology. Gabby grew up as a competitive gymnast, competing for Infiniti Elite Gymnastics and the Syosset High School varsity gymnastics team, with beam and vault being her favorite events to compete. Gymnastics has always held a special place in her heart, and she loves having the opportunity to share her passion for the sport through coaching. Gabby especially enjoys supporting, encouraging, and cheering on all of the amazing gymnasts at Champions!

Janet Scott is the owner and founder of ChampionsTX, which she opened in 1995 to give Austin families a welcoming home for gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, and movement. A mom of three and amazing grandma to several grandbabies, she built a place where all ages and abilities can learn, laugh, and grow. Thirty years on, her mission remains the same: safe instruction, caring coaches, and a community that truly champions kids or more simply put- "Building All Around Champions".

Sydney Zych powers the behind-the-scenes engine at ChampionsTX: she trains coaches, designs curriculum, champions safety, and keeps systems sharp. A nine-year team member and proud boy mom, she makes sure every class runs smoothly and every athlete grows with confidence.