Staff

Owner

With over 25 years of coaching experience, Wes brings a deep passion and commitment to
gymnastics. As the owner of Aspire, he’s actively involved in coaching across the gym. Wes’s
favorite part of coaching is “seeing the kids be successful, achieving their goals, and getting
skills.” He encourages all of his athletes to always “push through adversity” both in and out of
the gym. When he’s not coaching, Wes enjoys riding his dirt bike or motorcycle. He also loves coffee,
wine, and all types of cheese. A fun and unexpected talent: he can move his ears! His favorite
kind of music? Classic '70s and '80s country.

Owner

Front Desk Secretary

Crystal keeps things running at Aspire as a front desk secretary and loves welcoming families into the gym. One of her favorite things is watching the athletes’ floor routines and seeing children grow in a safe, encouraging environment. Outside of Aspire, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Ryan, their three children, and their dog, Luna. Fun fact: Crystal and her husband have been high school sweethearts!

Front Desk Secretary

As a front desk secretary, Liz enjoys getting to know Aspire families and watching their children grow in confidence and ability. She especially loves watching tumbling passes on floor and has a soft spot for handstands. When she’s not at the gym, Liz enjoys going to the theater and concerts or spending time with her family and dog, Zazu. She also spent 14 years playing fast-pitch softball as a pitcher and first baseman!

Team Secretary

Sam is the friendly face behind the scenes helping keep our Aspire team running smoothly! As
Team Secretary, she supports our coaches by keeping things organized, clear, and on track, especially when it comes to communicating with families and making sure everything stays orderly. Known for her helpful nature and warm personality, Sam is always happy to lend a
hand or answer a question. Outside the gym, you’ll likely find her browsing her favorite plant shop, strolling the aisles of Target, making something with her Cricut, or at the park with her three kids. Her greatest joy in life? Watching her children do what they love!

Team Manager

​Madison coaches Aspire’s team program and loves the beauty and elegance of beam routines. One of her favorite gymnastics memories is getting her kip for the first time, and she enjoys teaching back walkovers on beam. Madison hopes her athletes develop confidence, grace, and an appreciation for the work it takes to reach their goals. Outside the gym, she enjoys hunting and crocheting and spends time with her dog, Pilot, her cat, Binx, and her chickens.

Coach

Bria coaches Aspire’s team program and loves the combination of artistry and precision in gymnastics, especially on beam and floor. She enjoys seeing floor routines she has choreographed come to life and teaching skills such as the back handspring on beam. After returning from a season-ending injury to win floor and all-around at states, Bria knows how powerful perseverance can be. She wants every athlete to believe they can reach their goals and know they have her support along the way. Bria also earned her doctorate in education in 2022.

Coach

Meagan coaches Aspire’s team and Level 3 classes and is a big fan of vault. She hopes her athletes develop a lifelong love of gymnastics and learn to value the self-discipline and respect it takes to reach their goals. Meagan loves working with Aspire’s athletes and makes their safety, development, and enjoyment a priority. Originally from Wisconsin, she enjoys playing games with her family and sharing her home with a lively collection of animals, including a Labrador named River, a barn cat named Gorilla, two guinea pigs, fish, and more than 30 snails.

Coach

​Logan coaches Falcons and Level 1/2 all-around classes. A lifelong gymnast who participated in the sport from age three through high school graduation, Logan loves helping athletes experience the excitement of learning a new skill and having teammates cheer them on. Bars is a favorite event, and the pullover is a favorite skill to teach. Logan reminds gymnasts that everyone learns at a different pace and that progress matters just as much as perfection. Outside Aspire, Logan enjoys following Pittsburgh sports and attending games.

Coach

Hannah coaches Level 3 and Level 5/6 all-around and tumble-tramp classes. Beam has always been her favorite event because of its elegance, and she loves teaching front and back tucks. Having spent 10 years in gymnastics, Hannah hopes her athletes gain confidence and discover they’re capable of more than they might first imagine. She wants the gym to be a place where kids can have fun, express their personalities, and feel supported as they learn at their own pace. Outside the gym, Hannah enjoys coffee runs, shopping, ice cream, and time with her dog, Benny.

Coach

Coach Carly’s favorite event to teach is the beam, where she loves helping athletes master skills
like pullovers and turns. Growing up in athletics, her fondest memories come from building
strong bonds with her teammates and coaches—relationships that inspire her coaching style
today. She loves teaching at Aspire because the students brighten her day every day, and she
truly enjoys helping them achieve their goals. Carly’s message to her students is simple but
powerful: “Always try your best, work hard, and have fun! I’ll always support you!” Her favorite color is blue, and she’s a big fan of seafood—especially seafood boils and anything fresh from the sea.

Coach

​Chelsea coaches Bronze, Pre-Team, recreational classes, and occasionally preschool. A gymnast through Level 8, she loves bars and teaching back handsprings. Chelsea is passionate about helping athletes try their best, have fun, face their fears, and celebrate each new goal. She especially loves seeing a gymnast’s face light up after conquering a challenge. Outside the gym, Chelsea enjoys photography and has a knack for languages—she can speak some French, Spanish, and Italian!

Coach

​Julia coaches Aspire’s Hummingbirds and Kiwis and loves seeing young athletes become more confident as they try new things. She especially enjoys teaching beam because it’s rewarding to watch a child overcome hesitation, and she loves how excited kids get about trampoline. Julia believes gymnastics should be both safe and fun. Outside the gym, she enjoys walking her dogs, Jarvis and Jasmine, watching Ted Lasso, and learning to crochet.

Coach

Coach Rose coaches Levels 1–3 and leads the Silks program at Aspire, where she loves teaching back walkovers and helping students build confidence through fun and creative movement. One of her proudest accomplishments is introducing silks to the gym—an exciting and often overlooked part of gymnastics. Known for her positive energy and gentle coaching style, Coach Rose enjoys getting to know her athletes and making Aspire feel like a true family. Outside the gym, she practices contortion, is currently studying welding, and loves elephants, the color
pink, and quesadillas from Patrón. Her favorite quote is “Just keep swimming,” and she brings
that same spirit of perseverance and joy to every class!

Coach

Ashley coaches Aspire’s Hummingbirds and loves the excitement of trampoline. After spending about 10 years in gymnastics herself, she knows how rewarding it can be to learn new skills, build strength, and develop coordination. Ashley hopes every athlete leaves class with more confidence and a growing passion for movement. She appreciates the caring, fun atmosphere created by Aspire’s staff and coaches.

Coach

Shawn coaches Aspire’s Ninja Warrior classes and enjoys watching athletes build strength, learn new skills, and gain confidence. He especially likes teaching breakdancing-inspired moves such as the 6-step and chair freeze. Shawn hopes his athletes develop teamwork and camaraderie along with their physical skills, and he loves seeing their progress from class to class.

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Danny leads Little Ninja, Ninja Juniors, and Masters classes at Aspire. He enjoys helping kids get stronger, grow in confidence, and find ways to stay active that work for them. Danny’s favorite part of working at Aspire is the fun, supportive team—and he brings that same spirit to creative activities like Parents’ Night Out. When he’s away from the gym, he likes cooking and taking road trips. If he could have any superpower, he’d choose flight and head straight to Italy!

Coach

Emily helps coach Level 1 and Kiwis classes at Aspire. Having participated in gymnastics from age three to eleven, she remembers how exciting it was to get her back handspring with Coach Wes—and now she loves helping other athletes discover that same excitement. Emily hopes her gymnasts build strength, make friends, and most importantly, have fun while learning new skills.

Coach

Anna coaches Level 1 all-around, Penguins, and Level 1/2 Tumble Tramp. With a background in dance and 12 years of gymnastics experience, she loves the creativity of floor routines and teaching handstands. Anna encourages athletes to remember that making mistakes doesn’t make them a bad gymnast—mistakes are part of learning. When she’s not coaching, she enjoys dancing and spending time with her three dogs, Gnocchi, Chester, and Argo.

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Aubrey coaches Aspire’s Penguins and Kiwis classes and loves helping young gymnasts discover the fun of the sport. A gymnast for 12 years, she especially enjoys floor and teaching backward rolls. Aubrey hopes her athletes build teamwork and feel like they’re part of a gym family. Away from the gym, she enjoys hanging out with friends and spending time with her dog, Zazu. She’s also a theatre kid!