Experience: 

I started gymnastics very late, but I had a trampoline in my backyard, playground equipment, and experience with a lot of other sports. In college, I got serious and trained hard on every event to learn advanced trampoline and tumbling. Along with my degree in the performing arts, I took these skills onto the stage and performed all over the world with dance and acrobatic companies like Diavolo, Not Man Apart, and Cirque du Soleil. There are so many benefits to training your body, it also clears your mind, sharpens your wits, and helps you think creatively. 

Favorite Activity: Cliff diving, partner dancing, and writing novels.

Favorite Skill or Event:  I like bars because I have always loved swinging and flying around like a monkey.

Favorite Food: Cranberry sauce.

Advice for Students: Support your teammates. When you create an encouraging environment around you, it comes back to you tenfold.