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Meet Our Founder/Owner

About Our Founder:

Coach Rick has been part of performing arts his entire life. Being gifted with the talent of percussion, he is a drummer and also participated in both concert band and marching band in his younger years. As a musician, Coach Rick has experienced the wonders of boundless self-expression and creativity. As a graduate of The University of Alabama at Birmingham, he brings in-depth education, integrity, and upstanding professionalism to the gymnastics arena.

 

This appreciation for the arts led to him relocating to Northern Virginia in 2018 to begin the groundwork for today's institute. With over 8 years as a gymnastics coach, Coach Rick has went to on to be certified as a USAG Women's Competitive Judge, and most recently Club Owner. In summer of 2024, Rick founded Suavey Sports Gymnastics program. The program offers women's USAG artistic gymnastics with recreational gymnastics, competitive team, private lessons, and more.

In his free time, Coach Rick enjoys time with his parents, touring museums and galleries in Washington, D.C, and producing music.

Our Vision

To create a thriving network of gymnastics-based programs where youth, adults, and seniors experience world-class training, creative exploration, and community connection.

Our Mission

To revolutionize community health, wellness and artistic expression through gymnastics-based, inclusive programs within a multidisciplinary performing arts institute.

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