Why Take Gymnastics and Dance?

GYMNASTICS & DANCE IS THE BASIS OF ALL SPORT! Your child’s physical and mental development will be enhanced through gymnastics & dance activities. Physical attributes such as balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, grace, confidence and a more positive self image, are just a few of the positive affects of doing gymnastics or dance. Besides… Gymnastics and Dance is fun! Most kids love to flip, jump and dance through the house, so why not save the furniture? Let them learn from experienced instructors in a fun and safe environment.
 

Together, Mike & Donna Payne have owned and operate Phoenix Gymnastics and Dance Academy since 1983. They each have over 30 years of teaching and coaching experience with beginners to elite level competitors. The athletes they have coached have won many state, regional and national championships. Many of their athletes have continued gymnastics in college through gymnastics scholarships. Over the years Phoenix gymnastics academy has consistantly produced some of the top gymnasts in Arizona and is one of the most respected clubs in the State.

Donna has also served as USAG Arizona Women's Gymnastics State Director, a member of the State Executive Committee and member of the Arizona Womens Gymnastics Judges Committee.  Donna is currently an Elite level gymnastics judge and has judged NCAA and USAG National Championships.