About Us
At Be Distinct Gymnastics Academy, we offer a full pathway from early movement to advanced performance.
We’re committed to nurturing every gymnast’s potential in a fun, safe, and empowering environment.

Our Story
Be Distinct Gymnastics Academy was founded by five passionate female directors with over 50 years of combined coaching experience across multiple gymnastics disciplines. United by a shared vision, we are building a new kind of gymnastics club—one that supports every child’s journey, from their first forward roll to national-level competition.
Our mission is to help gymnasts reach their full potential in a fun, safe, and empowering environment. With competitive squads working toward regional and national programs, and a strong recreational pathway focused on skill development and progression, we’re proud to offer something for every aspiring gymnast.
Meet The Team

Iona Thomas-Gordon
Club Director
Womens Artistic Level 3 and Regional Womens Artistic Judge

Jessica Hazen
Club Director
Womens Artistic Level 2, Womens Artistic Club Judge and Regional Floor & Vault Judge

Tatiana Santos
Club Director
Womens Artistic Level 2, Regional Womens Artistic Judge and Tumbling Club Judge

Alice MEe
Club Director
Womens Artistic Level 2 and Womens Artistic Club Judge

Aliyah Lightbourne
Club Director
Womens Artistic Level 2 and Tumbling Club Judge

Mo'nique Collins
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 2, Womens Artistic Club Judge and BGU Tumbling Level 3

Amali AdaMS
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 1

vIVIANE sYLVA
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 1

adelina Ayine
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 1

Olivia Freegard
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 1

Angeline Suarez
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 1
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Ella Johns
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 0
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Hewan Mattiw
Coach
Womens Artistic Level 00
