Position : Senior Coach

David Beresford was a long serving and much loved member of the Phoenix coaching staff. Dave started in 1978 and attained his Level 3 Women’s Artistic qualification. Most of Dave’s career has been in the development of our Woman’s Artistic Squads, producing County & Regional Champions. He is a dear friend and will always be part of our team.

Meet Other Trainers

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

Lara Bannigan
Lara has been a member and part of our coaching team for many years. Lara was also a gymnast herself reaching County and Regional competitive level. As a mother of three, she understands the importance of early development in young children. She holds a Club Coach Level 3 qualification which is 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.