Our Mission and Philosophy
Rio Gymnastics Center offers a place for people to learn gymnastics, meet new friends, have fun and is dedicated to improving the quality of life while helping participants realize their fullest potential through development of the mind and body. We offer a varied gymnastics program for all levels of interest. Our instructors have access to continual training which provides our students with up-to-date techniques. Rio Gymnastics Center LLC welcomes a diversity of people and maintains a non-smoking and alcohol/drug free environment.
At Rio Gymnastics Center LLC we are proud to back up our programs with a 100% money back guarantee. If within the first two weeks of any term you are unhappy about any class we will withdraw your child from the class and cheerfully refund 100% of the tuition and registration fee if you are new to our program. If your family is not new to our program, we will extend a credit for 100% of the unused portion of your tuition towards another class or to a future class. You must notify us in writing with in the first two weeks of the term.
We are more than just gymnastics, we are about teaching life habits. Our classes are taught by trained instructors who want your child to succeed.
Our pre-school program is based on child development and includes activities to help your child grow both physically, emotionally, and mentally.
Our recreation program begins with the basics and as your child progresses through our classes, they will learn valuable life tools such as team work, goal setting, organizational behavior and problem solving skills, and increased self-confidence. We can't wait to introduce you and your child to our program and start them in the wonderful world of gymnastics.
Our Coaches
Coach Michelle -
Owner-Operator
Rio Gymnastics LLC is owned and operated by Michelle and Ron Gaudette. Michelle has over 15 years experience working with
children of all ages and over 10 years of management and business
experience. She began her professional career at the age of 15
choreographing show choirs, musicals, and dances. She taught
for seven years in the public high school system where her work was
showcased in many venues both locally and nationally.
After her son was born she was introduced into the world of gymnastics to help his gross motor skill development. One class later, she was hooked! She began to train as a pre school gymnastics coach and after a move to San Diego, CA, and became the Program Director for the Cameron Family YMCA in Santee. Upon returning to New Mexico after 2 years, she worked for a local gym as a Level 5 coach and also as program director for the gym's satellite location.
In August 2007 the dream of opening a facility came true and Rio Gymnastics Center LLC was opened. Michelle is certified by USAG in Safety, First Aid, Kat, Melp, and HOT. Ron has over 11 years of management and business experience. He oversees the operations of RGC LLC. Both Ron and Michelle have Bachelor's degrees in Business from NMSU.
Coach Becca
RGC's
Assistant Program Director and Lead Coach. She has over 10
years of coaching experience in pre-school up to Level 5. She
is USAG certified in Safety and First Aid. She has a degree in Business from UNM.
Coach Katie
Katie was a
former gymnast and has 8 years of coaching experience in Pre-School
to Level 3. She has a degree in Criminal Justice from NMSU.
Coach Gabe
Gabe is a nationally ranked male gymnast who has
blessed us with his talent for teaching all ages and all levels. An
amazing tumbler, he is our resident tumbling coach for Sue Cleveland
High School Cheer Squad. He is a sophomore at UNM studying
Pharmacy.
Coach Holly
Holly competed through level 10 gymnastics winning several awards at
the regional and National level. She is a sophomore at UNM.
Holly coaches all levels and helps with mental toughness for our
girls team.
Coach Cory
Cory competed gymnastics up to Level 5. Cory coaches our
pre-school classes up to Level 2.
Coach Loretta
Loretta is a Nationally ranked Horse Vaulter. She coaches
pre-school up to Level 3.