Business Details
21 Years
experience
Olympia Gymnastics: Empowering Athletes of All Ages in Kanata
Olympia Gymnastics has served the Kanata/Stittsville community for 20 years, offering diverse fitness and gymnastics programs. Established in 2005 and relocated to a modern facility in 2020, we focus on developing physical and life skills through recreational and competitive gymnastics. Our mission emphasizes honesty, trust, and respect, fostering self-confidence and coordination in children. Our vision aims to build a foundation for lifelong athletic pursuits. With award-winning coaches and structured programs, we prioritize skill development, goal-setting, and teamwork.Our competitive teams follow Gymnastics Ontario and USAG standards, while recreational classes cater to all ages. Summer camps and specialized training like Ninja Zone and Tumbling & Trampoline enhance accessibility. We maintain transparent policies, including medical refund provisions and flexible registration. Our team combines decades of experience with certifications in gymnastics coaching and fitness consulting.
Services
Recreational Gymnastics
Competitive Artistic Gymnastics
Acro Gymnastics
Ninja Zone
Summer Camps
Tumbling & Trampoline
Pre-Competitive Programs
Gymnastics Camps
Parent-Child Classes
Private Coaching
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- 20 years of dedicated service to Kanata/Stittsville's gymnastics community
- Award-winning coaches with decades of competitive and recreational expertise
- Structured programs following Gymnastics Ontario and USAG standards
- Modern, accessible facility designed for all skill levels
- Proven track record in provincial and national competitive achievements
Associations and certifications
- Gymnastics Ontario
- USA Gymnastics (USAG)
Services
Competitive Artistic Gymnastics
Our Competitive Women's Artistic Gymnastics (W.A.G.) program follows Gymnastics Ontario and USAG standards. Athletes train 8-20 hours weekly, developing advanced skills through invitational and provincial streams. Certified coaches emphasize safety, technical precision, and mental resilience, preparing gymnasts for championship competitions while fostering discipline and goal-setting abilities.
Ninja Zone
Ninja Zone combines obstacle course training, parkour, and gymnastics fundamentals for ages 4-9. This program builds strength, agility, and creativity through structured challenges that improve coordination and confidence. Certified instructors ensure safe progression while maintaining an engaging, game-like environment that promotes physical literacy.
Summer Camps
Full and half-day summer camps offer comprehensive gymnastics training combined with recreational activities. Participants engage in trampoline, tumbling, and Ninja Zone sessions while enjoying outdoor play and arts & crafts. Certified staff provide skill development in a fun, supportive environment designed to maintain athletic progress during school breaks.
Acro Gymnastics
Competitive Acro pairs and trios develop balance, flexibility, and trust through dynamic partner routines. Our program accommodates diverse body types, focusing on throws, holds, and synchronized movements. Certified coaches emphasize teamwork and safety while preparing athletes for competitive events through structured skill progression and performance training.
Recreational Gymnastics
Recreational programs cater to all ages with progressive skill development from parent-child classes to advanced levels. Structured 12-week sessions allow flexible enrollment while building fundamental gymnastics skills, physical fitness, and confidence. Certified instructors use age-appropriate equipment and teaching methods to ensure safe, enjoyable learning experiences.
People
Dezso Mesko
Founder and Executive Manager
B.A. in Physical Education graduate with NCCP Gymnastics Coaching certification. Founded Olympia Gymnastics in 2005 after teaching experience in Canada and abroad. Combines business leadership with pedagogical expertise to develop community-focused programs.
Tracy Bradley
High Performance Sport Professional
25+ years of gymnastics experience across competitive levels. Holds executive roles in national sport organizations and advisory positions in sport industry education. Oversees high-performance programming and administrative operations.
Stephanie Dovigi
Acro Coordinator
L2 WAG coach and provincial L3 WAG judge with decades of coaching experience in Canada and USA. Former provincial athlete and current finance instructor at Algonquin College. Led athletes to multiple national championship titles.
Silvana Mesko
Office Manager & WAG Technical Manager
Integral team member since 2005, managing operations and technical compliance. Trains JO Level 4/5 athletes and decodes competition regulations. Recognized for developing provincial championship medalists through personalized coaching approaches.
Alyssa Taylor
Team Coach
15-year affiliation with Olympia as athlete and coach. Focuses on creating supportive environments for skill development. Combines personal gymnastics experience with coaching expertise to nurture athletes' long-term growth and competitive success.
Questions
What age groups do your programs accommodate?
We offer programs for children as young as 18 months through competitive teams for older athletes, with specialized classes for different developmental stages.
Can I register mid-session?
Fall and Winter sessions accept mid-season enrollment based on availability, allowing completion of remaining classes through the following season.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, cheque, credit card, and e-transfer payments for program fees and registration.
Are there medical refund policies?
Medical refunds require documentation and are pro-rated based on attended sessions. Injuries outside our facility qualify for credit rather than cash refunds.
How are competitive teams selected?
Pre-competitive athletes are selected based on motivation, skill demonstration, discipline, and training readiness through coach evaluations.
Do you offer summer programming?
Full and half-day summer camps run weekly from July to August, combining gymnastics training with recreational activities in a structured environment.
