TAMZIN WATSON

Owner and Director 

Tamzin is the founder and program director and is extremely passionate about child development through gymnastics. She relocated to Sydney with a vision to build the sport of gymnastics and improve young children's movement vocabulary. She is a qualified International Women's Artistic Gymnastics coach (FIG level 1) and holds an Advanced Coaching Accreditation through Gymnastics Australia.

SARAH COWGILL

Head Recreation & Kindergym Coach and Program Director 

Sarah is the Head Coach and Program Director of Gymkidz. Sarah has a degree in sports coaching and her level one coaching accreditation through British Gymnastics. She has an extensive background in teaching children gymnastics, athletics and team sports in England. Sarah's brings a fun-loving passion for teaching and developing the whole child. 

Grace Chin

Senior Recreation & Kindergym Coach 

Grace has been involved in recreational gymnastics from a young age. She has extensive childcare experience and is currently finishing up her degree in Social Work Studies at the University of NSW. Grace is passionate about childhood development and creating programs to support the holistic wellbeing of individuals and those in need.

STEPHEN SUMNER

senior Recreation & Kindergym Coach 

Stephen has an extensive background in teaching children Physical Education in Primary and Secondary schools and further experience in teaching special needs children and working as a care worker for special needs young adults. Stephen is a specialist in strength, conditioning and fitness training and when he's not at Gymkidz, he works as a personal trainer at Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre. Stephen has a BA with Honours in Sports Development and qualified in Athletics for the European Junior Championships Qualifier. Stephen brings a high-spirited approach and a wealth of experience. 

CAITLYN PURWA

Recreation & Kindergym Coach 

Caitlyn is enthusiastic and has a strong passion for teaching and gymnastics, along with extensive experience working with children. She has trained as an acrobat for 4 years and holds a Beginner Coaching Accreditation through Gymnastics Australia. Along with teaching at Gymkidz she is currently studying a Bachelor of Music at Macquarie University.

Mia Dorlan De Polignac

Recreation & Kindergym Coach 

Mia has extensive experience as a swimming instructor and nanny and has worked with children for over 3 years. She is passionate, enthusiastic and dedicated to teaching children and creating a nurturing and inspiring environment for them to learn in. Along with coaching at Gymkidz, Mia is currently studying a Bachelor of Communications and International Studies and is a swimming instructor.

GRACE LENNON

Recreation & Kindergym Coach 

Grace has been involved in artistic gymnastics since the age of 6 and since retiring from competing is continuing to pursue her passion for the sport by teaching at Gymkidz. She is currently studying a Business degree at UTS and tutoring students in primary and high school.

CAROLINE ABEL

Recreation & Kindergym Coach 

Caroline was a competitive gymnast for many years, and is currently completing a degree in Exercise Physiology at the University of Sydney. She spent a year working full time at an English boarding school, where she assisted with the gymnastics team and coached various sports. She has vast experience working with children, and is passionate about learning through fun.

Mallory Silva

Recreation & Kindergym Coach 

Mallory is a Sydney based gymnast who has trained and competed in competitive gymnastics since she was 5. She has competed in State and National championships. Mallory started coaching acrobatics and gymnastics at the age of 16 at her dance studio and has since fallen in love with teaching gymnastics. Mallory is commencing her Bachelor of Arts, majoring in theatre studies at the University of Notre Dame.