316 Gymnastics Academy offers Wichita’s Top coaches and programming to children of all ages and ability levels. We have a variety of class options to choose from, your kid will flip for the chance to experience all the fun and excitement that our new gymnastics center has to offer. A low student-to-teacher ratio ensures personal attention and maximizes safety.
WICHITA'S TOP GYMNASTICS ACADEMY
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Classes For All Skill Levels!
At 316 Gymnastics Academy it is our goal is to give your child the confidence, strength and skills needed for a lifetime of sports enjoyment. We specially designed our curriculum to nurture and develop each individual. Classes are designed for beginners through advanced-level athletes. Our professional coaches guide your child with top level instruction in a positive and supportive environment. Click the button below to learn more about each level!
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Graduating Seniors – Kaseton Monser Edition
Kaseton started gymnastics at just age 3 after his mother put him in a class. Even after trying other sports, Kaseton kept his heart on gymnastics! While his favorite event…
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WICHITA'S TOP GYMNASTICS ACADEMY
316 Gymnastics Academy offers Wichita’s Top coaches and programming to children of all ages and ability levels. We have a variety of class options to choose from, your kid will flip for the chance to experience all the fun and excitement that our new gymnastics center has to offer. A low student-to-teacher ratio ensures personal attention and maximizes safety.
Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Classes For All Skill Levels!
At 316 Gymnastics Academy it is our goal is to give your child the confidence, strength and skills needed for a lifetime of sports enjoyment. We specially designed our curriculum to nurture and develop each individual. Classes are designed for beginners through advanced-level athletes. Our professional coaches guide your child with top level instruction in a positive and supportive environment. Click the button below to learn more about each level!
MONDAY
| Mini Stars | 10:30-11:30am |
| Mini Men | 4:30 – 5:30pm |
| Mini Stars | 4:30 – 5:30pm |
| Level 1-2 Girls | 4:30 – 5:30pm |
| Level 1-2 Boys | 4:30 – 5:30pm |
| Level 1-2 Girls | 5:30-6:30pm |
TUESDAY
| Level 1-2 Girls | 4:30-5:30pm |
| Tumbling | 5:30-6:30pm |
WEDNESDAY
| Level 1-2 Girls | 4:30-5:30pm |
| Level 1-2 Boys | 4:30-5:30pm |
| Mini Stars | 4:30-5:30pm |
| Level 1-2 Girls | 5:30-6:30pm |
| Level 2-3 Girls | 6:30-7:30pm |
THURSDAY
| Homeschool Rec. | 11am-12pm |
| Level 1-2 Girls | 4:30-5:30pm |
| Level 2-3 Girls | 5:30-6:30pm |
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
| Puggles | 9:00 – 9:45am |
| Level 1-2 Girls | 9:00 – 10:00am |
| Mini Men | 9:00 – 10:00am |
| Mini Stars | 10:00 – 11:00am |
| Level 1-2 Girls | 10:00 – 11:00am |
| Level 1-2 Boys | 10:00 – 11:00am |
| Level 1-2 Girls | 11:00am – 12:00pm |
REC. LEVEL 1 GYMNASTICS CLASSES
*No Experience Required. Ages 6+
For our Rec Level 1 Gymnastics classes our students will learn the basics of Gymnastics on each event. All the while focusing on developing their flexibility, strength and confidence as a whole. Safety is always a priority here at 316 and to ensure this all skills will be spotted by one of our coaches.
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View Our Contact InfoREC. LEVEL 2 GYMNASTICS CLASSES
*Minimum 3 months gymnastics experience required. Ages 6+
Our students who have mastered all Level 1 Gymnastics Skills without a spot will be introduced to the next intermediate skill level.
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View Our Contact InfoREC. LEVEL 3 GYMNASTICS CLASSES
* At least 1 year gymnastics experience required. Ages 8+
Our Rec. level 3 Classes will be for all students who have passed Level 2 Skills without a spot. This will lead into connecting skills as the incorporate jumps and turns into choreography.
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View Our Contact InfoTUMBLING GYMNASTICS COURSES
*Available for ages 6+
No Experience Required. Start with the basics and working on the fundamentals of gymnastics, developing these basic skills to prepare for more advanced techniques.
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View Our Contact InfoPRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS CLASSES
*Mini Stars and Puggles
Mini Stars – This is an hour-long, independent preschool class. Students will learn entry-level gymnastics skills on bars, balance beam, and floor. This structured class will focus on listening skills and taking turns.
Puggles – This is a 45-minute, parent-child class. Students will engage in playtime while developing social skills with teachers and other classmates. Gymnastics techniques will be taught and closely monitored to ensure each child gains important fine and motor skills.
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View Our Contact InfoCOMPETITIVE GYMNASTICS
*Contact us to schedule an evaluation for team placement
XCEL
Developmental Girls Artistic Team
Developmental Boys Team
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MEET THE STAFF & COACHES
All our coaches are dedicated in building and training outstanding young athletes and men. While gymnastics is key; confidence, morals, and discipline are just as important. We pride ourselves on the development of our young men in and out of the gym.
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Tristian is both the Owner and One of the Coaches at 316 Gymnastics. He has 12 years of Competitive Gymnastics, 27 years of Competitive Gymnastics Coaching and for 18 years he has held a Judges Certification in the US National Judges Association for Gymnastics.
Tristian is a Wichita Rotary member and has the following Safety certifications: Safe sport, Passed a thorough background check and is certified in First Aid & CPR. His passion is to help Athlete’s develop Confidence, Self Esteem, Strong Character, Fitness, Strength and Flexibility.
Owner - Team Coach
Tristian is both the Owner and One of the Coaches at 316 Gymnastics. He has 12 years of Competitive Gymnastics, 27 years of Competitive Gymnastics Coaching and for 18 years he has held a Judges Certification in the US National Judges Association…
Competed for 11 years and was a consistent State Champion, 3-time National Qualifier, and placed 2nd on Pommel Horse and 4th All-Around at Region3 Championships in 1998 behind three former Olympians. In 1997 he received the Bart Conner Award for “Outstanding Gymnast of the Year”. Kyle has coached at the competitive level for 21 years and has served many years on the Region 3 Developmental Coaching Staff.
He is currently in his 7th year as the KS State Chairmen and USA Gymnastics Region 3 Board member. He focuses on the growth of the sport and assists other coaches in education at the developmental level. In 2019 he received Region 3’s highest honor for a coach and was the recipient of the “Robert Cowan Award” for his hard work and dedication to the sport.
Men's Head Coach
Competed for 11 years and was a consistent State Champion, 3-time National Qualifier, and placed 2nd on Pommel Horse and 4th All-Around at Region3 Championships in 1998 behind three former Olympians. In 1997 he..
Jeremy competed for 12 years, 4-time State Champion, placed 2nd at the Regional Championships in 1994 and qualified for Nationals the same year. Jeremy was a member of the WSU Spirit Squad National Team from 1994-98 and a member of the USA Cheerleading team (through WSU) that represented USA at the 1996 Olympic Opening Ceremonies in Atlanta.
Jeremy coaches all levels of the boy’s team and has been a vital part of the success for hundreds of young men in the gym and out including his own 3 boys. Jeremy’s persistence and motivating attitude propels his teams to being a consistent powerhouse at the National level.
Team Coach
Jeremy Competed for 12 years, and was a 4-time State Champion. He placed 2nd at the Regional Championships in 1994 and qualified for Nationals the same year. Jeremy was a member of the WSU Spirit Squad National Team from 1994-98 and…
Londyn was a former gymnast under the coaching of Jeremy and Kyle and competed gymnastics for 14 year, and was a state champion for many of them.
4-time National qualifier and placed 3rd on rings, 6th on high-bar and top 20 All-Around in the nation
3-time Future Star National Qualifier (Olympic Training Center)
5-time Region 3 Elite Team Member
Londyn is currently a senior in college at Wichita State University studying health sciences to become a nurse.
Girls / Boys Team Coach
Londyn was a former gymnast under the coaching of Jeremy and Kyle and competed gymnastics for 14 year, and was a state champion for many of them….
Hi, My name is Krystina Brown! I have experience in gymnastics/ tumbling through many years of cheerleading from middle school to college. I also was a lead teacher in a daycare facility on the Marine Corps base in California as well as when I moved to Kansas for two years before staying home to raise my three children. I have worked with my daughter for 3 years on her gymnastics skills and am so excited to be able to help others grow in this sport!
XCEL Coach
Hi, My name is Krystina Brown! I have experience in gymnastics/ tumbling through many years of cheerleading from middle school to college. I also was a lead teacher in a daycare facility on the Marine Corps base in California as well as…
Emma is a junior at Derby Highschool. She has been a competitive gymnast for 8 years. Some of her most recent achievements in gymnastics include the Level 9 Bars State Champion, 2nd AA in the Region 3 Championships and Top 10 AA Level 9 Westerns.
Level 3/4 Girls Team Coach
Emma is a junior at Derby Highschool. She has been a competitive gymnast for 8 years. Some of her most recent achievements in gymnastics include the Level 9 Bars State Champion…
Hi, I’m Madi Burge I am a junior at friends unviersity. I study criminal justice and cheer. I’ve been doing gymnastics since I was 5 years old and I love helping others accomplish their personal goals!
Rec Coach
Hi, I’m Madi Burge I am a junior at friends unviersity.I have been around gymnasitcs since I was little. I did gymnasitcs myself until 7th grade then started cheer…
My name is Olivia Leatherman! I am a level 10 gymnast here at 316 but I love coaching pre-school and level 2-3 team!
Rec Coach
My name is Olivia Leatherman. I am a level 10 gymnast here at 316 but also love coaching preschool and the level 2-3 team!
Hey, I’m Ben Vardaman! I have been doing gymnastics for 12 years and have fallen in love with the sport. I wanted to start coaching because I love working with younger kids. It makes me really excited to see them grow and progress through the sport. After high school, I would like to go to the University of Oklahoma to study to become an Orthopedic Surgeon and hopefully compete on the gymnastics team! I look forward to coaching your kids!
Level 3 Boys Team Coach
Hey, I’m Ben Vardaman! I have been doing gymnastics for 12 years and have fallen in love with the sport. I wanted to start coaching because I love working with younger kids. It makes me really excited to see…
My name is Paige Meier. I did gymnastics for 10 years and competed for 7. I’m a 4-time State champion and a 3-time regional qualifier. As a gymnast i helped teach USAG beam and floor choreography at clinics and loved the experience. I have coached both locally and in Kansas City and am looking forward to my journey coaching here at 316 Gymnastics Academy!
My hope is to help gymnasts achieve their goals and dreams with support and encouragement. I’m so excited to become a part of this team and sharing my passion for this sport!
Girls Team Coach
My name is Paige Meier. I did gymnastics for 10 years and competed for 7. I’m a 4-time State champion and a 3-time regional qualifier. As a gymnast i helped teach USAG beam and floor choreography…
Kevin Jansen has been in gymnastics for 10 years and has been competing for the last 3 years. His favorite event is floor exercise. Kevin enjoys coaching beginners because the fundamentals are the most important part of learning gymnastics, and he wants to help each child get the best possible start. He is currently a senior in high school, and he enjoys studying history, especially World War 2.
XCEL Girls Pre-Team / Rec Coach
Kevin Jansen has been in gymnastics for 10 years and has been competing for the last 3 years. His favorite event is floor exercise. Kevin enjoys coaching beginners because the fundamentals are the most important part of learning gymnastics…
Hi, my name is Jean Koontz! I have experience in gymnastics, dance and martial arts; through the years as a competitive gymnast as a child and a dancer through high school. I began coaching competitive dance and gymnastics and did that for many years until I became a mom. I took a step back from coaching while I was focusing on school, work and being a mom. My daughter has now been doing gymnastics for a couple of years and I have loved helping her grow as a gymnast. This renewed my love for coaching and I am so excited to be back in the gym!
XCEL Team Coach
Hi, my name is Jean Koontz! I have experience in gymnastics, dance and martial arts; through the years as a competitive gymnast as a child and a dancer through high school. I began coaching competitive dance and gymnastics…
Hi, I’m Mailey. I started classical ballet training starting at a young age and then did competitive gymnastics for 10 years. I have cheerleading experience from junior high through the collegiate level. I have taught recreational gymnastics and ballet/tap for over 30yrs as well as coached competitive cheer for 10 years. My passion is to work with preschool-aged students.
I have so much love and passion for gymnastics!
Preschool Coach
Hi, I’m Mailey. I started classical ballet training starting at a young age and then did competitive gymnastics for 10 years. I have cheerleading experience from junior high through the collegiate…
For 12 years Noah Turner’s been doing gymnastics. He’ll be competing for his 8th year; He’s a gymnast fanatic. Last year, at Western’s, he placed 8th all-around. A very large family is part of his background. He attends Andover Central when he’s not at the gym. Traveling the world is a favorite whim. He’s happy to work helping young gymnasts learn as they work on their skills, flips, spins, and turns.
Rec Boys Coach
For 12 years Noah Turner’s been doing gymnastics. He’ll be competing for his 8th year; He’s a gymnast fanatic. Last year, at Western’s, he placed 8th all-around. A very large family is part of his background. He attends Andover Central when he’s not…
Hi, I’m Mary and I work the front desk. I have 1 daughter on the girls JO team here at 316 and another daughter in the preschool class. I have been involved in gymnastics since my oldest daughter was 2 years old so I have been around the sport for some time now. I love working here at the gym and am happy to answer or help with any questions you have!
Front Office
Hi, I’m Mary and I work the front desk. I have 1 daughter on the girls JO team here at 316 and another daughter in the preschool class. I have been involved in gymnastics since my oldest daughter was 2 years old…
Hello! I'm Desiree and I work the front desk with Mary. I love being here at 316 Gymnastics Academy. I love being out in the community and seeing everyone's beautiful faces! I've been married for ,almost 6, years and have 2 amazing fur babies at home. Feel free to check in just to say hi the next time you're in!
Front Office
Hello! I’m Desiree and I work the front desk with Mary. I love being here at 316 Gymnastics…
Interested In Joining Our Team?
We are always looking for new talent to help coach the next generation of Gymnasts! If you have a passion for the sport and a willingness to teach, contact us today!
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