Taylor Ropp

Owner, Competitive Program Director, Coach

After coaching for 15 years, Taylor has now stepped into the ownership role. Taylor is passionate about the sport and devoted to her athletes. She has a firm but fair approach, and always puts the athlete's best interest first. Working from a very progressive, step-by-step approach, her athletes thrive and progress at all level of the sport. Taylor's dream is to grow SSA's program and to continue developing a team that loves gym as much as she does.

taylor@shiningstarathletics.ca

Sam Campagnolo

Recreational Program Director, Coach

Sam is our recreational director here at SSA. She is a strong leader who is passionate about her work with children. She has over five years of gymnastics experience and an ECE background. Sam is a great addition to our team and we are so excited to have her leading our recreation al programming.

sam@shiningstarathletics.ca

Coaches

Competitive Coach

Shania

Coach Shania comes to SSA with over 7 years of knowledge and experience from an athlete and coaching perspective. Shania's philosophy aligns with our "person first, athlete second" mentality. Outside of the gym, Shania loves spending time with her family and cats!

Competitive, Advanced, and Recreational Coach

Rachel

Coach Rachel is a great addition to our competitive coaching team as she brings years of experience as an athlete and coach. She enjoys working with all levels and ages. Rachel is dedicated to her athletes, and strives to teach life skills as well as a strong gymnastics base.

Recreational Coach

Maya

Maya is a passionate and outgoing coach who enjoys working with children of all ages and skill levels. Our SSA athletes love being with Coach Maya because she always makes sure everyone feels right at home.

Recreational Coach

Thaida

Thaida has been actively involved in gymnastics in a variety of ways for many of years. She has experience with artistic and tumbling disciplines. Thaida is passionate about gymnastics and works hard to be sure every athlete has a positive experience here at SSA!

Tumbling Coach

Jordyn

Coach Jordyn has a strong background in cheerleading and tumbling. She has experience working with all levels. Jordyn's passion for tumbling and working with athletes is clear as she has strong connections with every athlete she supports. Jordyn has great knowledge of the cheer world and requirements, which is an asset to cheerleaders of all levels.

Recreational Coach

Alicia

Alicia is an outgoing and positive coach who has years of experiencing working with a variety of ages and levels. Alicia loves supporting athletes as they grow, and watching them gain new gymnastics and life skills.

Recreational Coach

Jane

Jane is a new addition to our SSA team. She has been a gymnast since she was 2 and this is her first year coaching. Floor is her favourite event to coach. She loves the staff and how welcoming and supportive they are. In her free time she spends it with her friends and family.

Recreational Coach

Emma

Emma comes to SSA with many years of experience as an athlete and a coach. Emma enjoys coaching all ages and levels. She s skilled in incorporating fun activities into programming to keep gymnasts engaged and learning with fresh ideas.

Recreational Coach

Alexis

Alexis is one of our up-and-coming coaches who has been raised as a gymnast at SSA. We have had the pleasure of working with Alexis throughout her time here, and we love her compassion, eagerness, and joy for working with children. You will find Alexis working with a variety of age groups and levels within the gym

Recreational Coach

Kate

Coach Kate has been a part of SSA since the very beginning as the founder! She has a love for the sport and working with children.. Kate is currently offering Private Lessons throughout the year.