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Meet The Coaches

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Coach Nidra Bailey

Program Director 

Nidra is a wife, mother of 3, licensed GA Realtor, and Spelman College graduate. As a seasoned coach and a former competitive gymnast; Nidra understands the commitment, challenges, and joys of gymnastics.

 

Nidra has coached in Georgia for over 15 years, with experience coaching cheer, recreational gymnastics, competitive levels USAG 3-10, and Xcel Silver through Diamond.

 

Nidra is a passionate, enthusiastic coach with goals of developing strong basics and good habits! She hopes to inspire personal growth, instill a love for gymnastics, and build confident, successful individuals.

Coach Jenn Sneed

Optional Team Head Coach

Jenn is a former competitive gymnast that has coached gymnastics for 20 years. In 2016, Jenn received a bachelors degree in finance from Georgia State University. She has participated in numerous camps and clinics around the country. She was awarded 'coach of the day' by Mary Lee Tracy at the W300 Women's Junior Olympic Course at the National Training Center in Texas. Throughout her coaching career, Jenn has coached Xcel and levels 2-10. She has coached nationally ranked gymnasts, nationally ranked teams, and collegiate gymnasts. Jenn specializes in helping gymnasts overcome fear, creating unique games and contests to motivate athletes, and producing gymnasts with great form and technique. 

​Coach Nashawn Pugh

Women's Team Coach

​With nearly 15 years of coaching experience, Shawn has had the privilege of working with athletes at every level- from preschool recreational classes to Optional competitive gymnasts. Many consider Shawn a professional spotter, always keeping athletes safe and building proper shapes and technique. Shawn's favorite part of coaching is helping gymnasts build the confidence to perform skills on their own. There's nothing more rewarding than witnessing an athlete realize their own strength and ability for the first time. Coach Shawn is excited to bring his passion to the program and being a part of your gymnasts journey!

Coach Keon Kelly

Women's Team Coach

Keon grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina and relocated to Atlanta, Georgia in March 2021. He is a former cheerleader with experience in Allstar and stomp and shake. After receiving his degree in Physical Education with a concentration in Fitness and Wellness from North Carolina Central University in 2017, he began an internship coaching gymnastics.

 

Keon has been coaching for 8 years, starting as a recreational coach and quickly proving his talents to be far greater. He was given his own team in his second year of coaching and has worked with gymnasts from Bronze to Diamond, as well as Levels 6-8.

 

Keon has coached several girls to states, regionals, and nationals. His passion for the sport and love for children's development drive his coaching.

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Coach Frederic Jean

Head Coach of the Men's Program

Frederic started gymnastics at the age of 14. He was recruited by one of the best coaches in the South West of France, Jean Louis Blanc . After 1 year of training, he ended up 12th at his first National competition and 6th after his second year.

 

At 18 years old, Frederic went to train with the French National Team to prepare for the Olympics.

 

After almost 2 years, Frederic competed in his next National competition. Frederic ended up winning many medals and was sought after to come back to the National Training Center. Instead, he chose to sign a 2 year contract with the Cirque du Soleil. He performed in the show IRIS, in Hollywood California.

 

Now Frederic is coaching the Boys Team at Cobb Challengers Gymnastics, while doing stunt work and acting for tv shows and movies like The Walking Dead, Cobra Kai and Civil War, to name a few.

Coach Keegan

Head Coach of the Men's Program

Keegan has been coaching for 10 years and has developed successful athletes at the State, Regional, and National level. He is most passionate about helping to cultivate a high caliber of gymnasts.  

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