My JUMP Journey

I often tell people I ‘work’ as a gymnastics coach or I ‘work’ for JUMP gymnastics club but its not really work. I have participated in the sport since the age of 7 and always looked up to coaches or older gymnasts and now I’m that person to some children which is a strange thought. Coaching kids gymnastics can be a lot more than just teaching them skills. It’s teaching them how to be patient, a good sportsman, a good team member and building their confidence.

One significant moment in my JUMP journey was being nominated for community coach of the year in the North Lanarkshire sports award for the classes I run in Airdrie. This  made me realise that people notice the hard work and time I put into these classes and gave me the boost I needed.

My JUMP journey began with me being both a gymnast and coach and only very recently have I stopped participating as a gymnast. I have never felt more part of something or welcomed from the very beginning.  It is hard to put into words how it feels to be part of something JUMP. Without sounding cheesy-  it is the most inclusive, family orientated and friendly atmosphere I have ever experienced. I have made so many good friendships (special shout out to Kels and Elise) at JUMP and I have so many special memories that I won’t ever forget.

A large part of my time at JUMP was spent as part of the display team which was pretty much my favourite thing about gymnastics ever. I helped coach the team but was always very much a team member too. As previously mentioned the display team performed at gymfests and in Disneyland. These were defiantly some of my  favourite memories from my time at JUMP (so far). There is something about performing with your best friends and team members that you just can’t replicate.

There is so much more I could say about JUMP and my experience but my journey continues...