Owner and Head Optional Coach

Suzi joined Flips as a gymnast in 1980,and competed for the Flips team for 10 years. She was a 2 time state champion and achieved the Elite level by the age of 12. After marrying her high school sweetheart, Suzi began coaching for Flips for the next 15 years. During those 15 years of coaching she had many state and regional champions. In 2006 when her coaches and then owners of Flips took a college coaching job, the opportunity arose and Suzi proudly became the owner of Flips. Suzi is passionate about the sport of gymnastics and Flips as it has always been her home and has taught her many life skills that she always strives to pass down to her athletes. Suzi has 4 children who have all been top level athletes including her 2 girls who were collegiate level gymnasts. Besides gymnastics Suzi loves to just hang out and enjoy her family.

Team Coach, Tumble Bugs, and Bees/Bunnies Instructor

Gymnastics has a part of Amanda's life since the day she was born, and Flips has always been her home away from home. After her club career at Flips Amanda attended Boise State University on a full ride gymnastics scholarship. While at Boise State she met her husband Cody who was also a student athlete. Cody and Amanda have been together since 2011 and have a beautiful son named Kashton. As a coach Amanda is honored to have the opportunity to teach and instill the life lessons that gymnastics has taught her into the young athletes at Flips.

Team Coach

Tessa has grown up at flips gymnastics. Starting in the mommy and me classes and working her way up to being a level 10. After her club career Tessa followed in her sister Amanda’s footsteps and went to Boise State for gymnastics where she competed vault and floor on the team for 5 years. As a coach Tessa enjoys helping young athletes see the potential in themselves and help them work to achieve their goals.

Office Manager

Brianne started coaching at Flips in 2013. She started out coaching our Kindergym program and with our students in the tumblebus program. In 2017 she took over office duties and has become our office manager. Brianne loves seeing all of our students each day and getting to know all of our Flips families.

Level 3/4/5 & Xcel Gold, Platinum, Diamond Team Coach

Recreational Class Instructor

Leah loves working with children and watching them improve and grow through the sport of gymnastics. She was a gymnast for 12 years before she started coaching.

Recreational Class Instructor

I’m coach Tamara I joined on with Flips Gymnastics in 1981 my love and passion for the sport continues on teaching & coaching gymnastics gives me great joy and knowing I’m making a difference I love the outdoors. I love any kind of music and spending time with family and friends is the most important thing, I look forward to many more years with Flips Gymnastics USA …

sincerely,

Coach Tamara

Recreational Class Instructor

Hi! I’m Maddi Nilson and I coach Hot Shots (which I love!). I was born and raised in Las Vegas, NV where I competed in club gymnastics. I did college gymnastics at Boise State University, where I competed vault, bars, and floor and earned a full scholarship. I am currently in medical school with plans to become an emergency medicine physician.

Recitational Class Instructor

Hello, I'm Coach Baylee! I am from Las Vegas, NV and currently attending UNR, pursuing a degree in Elementary Education. I grew up taking ballet classes, doing competitive gymnastics and cheer, and going to yoga and Pilates. I love being active and spend most of my free time outside either hiking, swimming, or just trying to soak up some sun. I’m so excited to be coaching and can’t wait to help your kiddos learn and grow with gymnastics!

Recreational Class Instructor

Hi! My name is Adessa. I coach recreational classes at flips. I did gymnastics at flips for 10 years, most of them on the competitive team. I love to hang out with friends and listen to music.

Tots Class Instructor

I'm Naomy, specializing in tots gymnastics! My coaching journey began at Flips in June of 2023. I am certified in Pediatric First Aid with CPR and AED, ensuring I am prepared to handle any emergency situation with confidence. With a genuine love for kids, I am passionate about nurturing young talent and fostering a love for the sport. I believe in creating a positive and supportive environment where students develop not only their physical abilities but also their confidence and resilience.