Coach Terri | NCCP-Certified Gymnastics Coach & Flexibility Specialist
Terri has been doing artistic gymnastics for 14 years. She graduated from the Chinese University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science. She is a NCCP-certified gymnastics coach and a Certified Acrobatics Arts instructor. With 8 years of coaching experience with both kids and adults, for all ages and abilities (2–58 yo) in gymnastics, flexibility, and fitness, she helped students achieve basic and competitive gymnastics skills, confidence in a safe, progressive way. She started training in contortion at 19 years old to enhance her gymnastics skills performance. Terri is now in Vancouver to bring her passion and professionalism to provide opportunities to potential students.
Indeed, being born flexible is a bonus, but you don’t have to be born flexible.
You need to…….
Learn effective drills
Correct technique
Your patience and time
Myths: ‘You need to be born flexible?’
Many assume that I was naturally flexible and strong, but the reality is quite different! Despite starting ballet at the age of three and gymnastics at ten, I struggled with basic moves like splits and bridges due to my stiffness.
My mother and coaches often urged me to practice at home, just as I now encourage my own students, but the thought of enduring that discomfort was unappealing.
It wasn't until I turned seventeen that I discovered many women begin yoga in their mid-thirties and still achieve flexibility. This revelation inspired me to commit to daily stretching, and within two weeks, I was able to perform splits that touched the floor!
By nineteen, I sought to enhance my gymnastics skills and began learning contortion. Now, in my twenties, I continue to train and witness my progress. Age truly is just a number; with dedication, time, and hard work, anyone can unlock their potential.
Thank you for following my journey toward flexibility—let's embrace the challenge together!🌸