To create an enriching and inviting environment that encourages our students to learn and progress, while having fun. We want to help children learn, grow and develop into healthy young adults by emphasizing the 3 P’s: Positivity, Personal Responsibility, and Perseverance. Our first and most-important goal is to build autonomy and confidence in our students so they can succeed in all parts of life. Our second goal is to build coordination, strength, flexibility, and proper technique to help each student advance their physical abilities in gymnastics and many other sports. Confident kids turn into confident adults, and we firmly believe that confidence is what builds strong communities and genuine relationships.
Stacy has owned Desert Gymcats in Las Vegas for over 25 years, since 1998. Stacy began in Yonkers, New York as the owner of Gym Cats in 1976, before following her daughter, Cassie, to open the sister location of Gymcats in Las Vegas. Her gyms have produced many NCAA athletes, including an NCAA All-Around Champion. She aims to work alongside Cassie to create a collective of gyms in the area that celebrate all successes of their students, no matter how small.
Cassie is a regular consultant for our recreational and competitive programs and owns Gymcats in Henderson, NV. Cassie coached Olympic medalist, Tasha Schwikert, and was named USOC Developmental Coach of the Year, 2000 USA Coach of the Year, 2001 International Elite Coach of the Year, 2001 USAG Coach of the Year, and Regional Coach of the Year six consecutive years from 2008-2013. She encourages all coaches to continue to listen to the athletes, learn from one another, and keep a positive mindset every day.
Lauren grew up doing gymnastics at Gymcats in Henderson, earning her a full-ride scholarship at Sacramento State University. She made great achievements including Gymnast of the Year, but her most important achievement is that she enjoyed her gymnastics experience through and through. Her goal is to create an environment where kids feel heard and safe to express their feelings. Lauren has a deep understanding of the sport from rec up to collegiate gymnastics, which earned her the position of USAG Nevada State Chair.
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