AIRBORNE ATHLETICS STAFF

Airborne Athletics coaches are some of the finest in the upstate of South Carolina. All are experts in their experience as competition athletes as well as advanced training in their field. More importantly, they know how to work with children at very young ages and with a special emphasis on safety and technique.

sparks@airborneathletics.net

“Judy” E. Sparks

Owner and Girl’s Gymnastics Coach
- Purdue University, Physical Education
- Former Competitive Gymnast, Coach Judge
- Preschool & Movement Program Specialist
- USA Gymnastics Professional Member
- USGA Safety Certified
- Over 25 years experience as a gymnastics professional

vanacker@airborneathletics.net

Danny Van Acker

Owner and Boy’s Gymnastics Coach
- Over 20 years of gymnastics experience
- USA Gymnastics Professional Member/USAG Safety Certified
- Junior Olympic Certified Judge
- 5 time South Carolina State Champion
- South East Regional Gymnastics Champion
- Continuing Education Member at the US Olympic Training Center
- Consecutive State Champion Team Coach


Ryan Alonso	Hanes Wynn	Coach Lisa	Alex Sparks	Paula Priddy	Coach Rachael

Galina Freeman	Valerie Seeley	Coach McKinnsey	Coach Sarah