Position : Head Coach

After being a gymnast for many years at Phoenix, I started coaching at the age of 16 as a Junior coach. Over the years I have gained my qualifications & currently hold my Level 3 Woman’s Artistic & Level 1 in Trampolining. I have also completed my Rebound Therapy Training.

Meet Other Trainers

All activities are led by our fully qualified coaching team and delivered in a fun and structured manner.

Dani Childs
Dani Childs had a background in the performing arts and joined our team 6 years ago as an assistant coach. Over the past 6 years, she has developed her skills to qualify as a Level 2 Gymnastics Coach and Pre-School. Dani is now currently working towards her club coach Level 3 Award which is all recognised by British Gymnastics.
    Laura Ridley
    I first attended the Phoenix when my girls were very young ,who participated in gymnastics. I volunteered at many events and then became involved in coaching. I attained my Level 1 General Gymnastics qualification. I'm now currently the centres full time administrator.
      Marie Bannigan
      I first came to the Phoenix in 1991 with my daughter to attend gymnastics. I then became involved with the club and worked my way through my coaching levels. In 2007 I was then employed by the Phoenix full time to expand and develop the gymnastics club. Now 2017 I have now accepted the position as Center Director to once again develop and expand the new center.