Meet Our Team
Amanda
Owner
Amanda, along with her husband Dennis embark on this new journey with excitement. Together they bring a wealth of knowledge and experiences to the team that is bigger than just gymnastics. With Amanda's background in Educational Leadership and Dennis' background in Business, they will work to bring forth the best vision for whole child development in the sport of gymnastics. Dennis has always had a love for sport and has participated as both an athlete and coach in various organizations. He has experienced firsthand the importance of strong technical coaching. Combined with Amanda's knowledge in the importance of the relationship between teaching and learning while considering the social-emotional and physical development of the athlete, they make strong leaders for our team. They are excited about the role they will play at Galaxy Gymnastics and Fitness. It certainly helps they have have been able to experience gymnastics through the eyes of their daughter, and understand the sidelines as parents.
Laura
Office Administrator & Recreational Director
Laura has been an intricate part of Galaxy since its inception in January 2012. Being a previous ‘gymnastics mom’ herself, Laura excels at relating to parents, and is always happy to answer questions. We are excited to have Laura in the office as a friendly face to welcome you to Galaxy Gymnastics & Fitness.
Competitive
Coaches
Our competitive coaches are extremely qualified individuals ready to help develop skills while fostering an inclusive and encouraging environment.
Dr. Samantha Marshall
Competitive & Recreational Director, Coach, Chiropractor
Samantha has been involved in gymnastics since she was 2, and had success competing for her club and on the provincial team. Samantha has been coaching for Galaxy since it first opened in 2012 as a certified NCCP Level 2 coach. Samantha's focus is on more than just strong technical skill development; she uses evidence-based strength training, sport psychology, and injury risk management in all her classes.
When she is not in the gym, Samantha can be found treating athletes and families across the Durham Region through her own in-home chiropractic business.
Carli
Coach
Carli has been involved in aesthetic sports her whole life on both a provincial and national level including artistic gymnastics, trampoline, power tumbling, and diving. Carli is an NCCP Level 2 coach with 10 years of coaching experience and has a passion for fostering a positive sporting environment for young children. Carli has a Bachelor of Health Science in Kinesiology and is currently a Doctor of Chiropractic student. When she is not in the gym, Carli can be found volunteering with the Clarington Minor Lacrosse Association and playing with her dog Flynn.
Chloe
Coach
Chloe grew up doing gymnastics in Owen Sound. After high school, her love for the sport continued and she starting coaching. Now, with over 14 years of experience, Chloe is excited to join the Galaxy team. Beyond her success in gymnastics, Chloe has also competed at the cheerleading World Championships in Orlando, Florida and currently loves to play Ultimate (Frisbee). Chloe's passion is in encouraging professional development in athletes and ensuring they have mindset skills that will support them not only through their gymnastics career but for the rest of their life. When she's not in the gym, Chloe is working hard on her Mindset Coaching business.
Emmeline
Coach
Emmeline has enjoyed the sport of gymnastics since the age of 2 and had success competing for Galaxy on the provincial level. Emmeline continues to have a passion for the sport and shares that with her athletes as a Level 2 NCCP certified coach. With 7 years of coaching experience of both recreational and competitive athletes, Emmeline is a valuable member of the Galaxy team. Emmeline has also found success as a varsity rower and as a student completing her Bachelor of Health Science in Kinesiology degree at Ontario Tech University. On top of her studies and her coaching, Emmeline enjoys being a peer-tutor and spending time with her two golden retrievers, Bo and Archie.
Jessica
Coach
Jessica has been involved in sports her entire life, and took a special interest in gymnastics from a young age. She was a competitive athlete at Galaxy when it first opened in 2012, and had success at the provincial level. After retiring from the sport she began her coaching career, and is now pursuing her full Level 2 certification. As a coach and someone who is passionate about mental health, Jessica strives to create a sporting environment where atheltes feel supported both physically and emotionally. Jessica also has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Neuroscience and Behaviour, and is currently working on her Bachelor of Education to become a teacher. During her free time she enjoys spending time at her cottage with friends, travelling, and walking her dog Bosley.
Carina
Coach
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Tarah
Coach
Tarah grew up in Toronto, beginning her gymnastics journey at age 3. Growing up, she had found success in cheerleading and acro, continuing those activities into university. Tarah has a total of 8 years of coaching under her belt in a variety of acro, trampoline, competitive cheerleading and gymnastics. After high school, Tarah moved to Alberta for six years where she attained her Bachelors Degree in English, gymnastics certification and cheerleading credentials. She holds certifications in both IASF intermediate All Star Cheerleading and NCCP Level 2 certification. Tarah has always had a passion for fitness and wellness. Her favourite part of coaching is building relationsihps with her athletes and watching them grow to love their sport. On top of her full time job in digital marketing and finance, Tarah enjoys camping, hiking, and spending time with her husband Trevor and puppy Luma.
Recreational
Coaches
Our recreational coaches work with the gymnasts to help develop skills in an inclusive and fun environment!
Kyra
Coach
Tashai
Coach
Lieren
Coach
Quynn
Coach
Rachel
Coach
Erin
Coach
Facility
Our large facility hosts a variety of equipment. Galaxy Gymnastics has an impressive 10,000 sq foot facility with all of the following features:
40FT TUMBL TRAK
RECREATIONAL BEAM, BAR, AND VAULT AREAS
SEPARATED BEAM STUDIO FOR COMPETITIVE ATHLETES
LARGE PARENT VIEWING AREA OVERLOOKING THE GYM
AIR CONDITIONING
BOUTIQUE WITH LEOTARDS, GYMNASTICS SHORTS, GALAXY T-SHIRTS, AND MORE
Galaxy is always welcoming resumes for both recreational and competitive coaches.