Zenith West is reputable for high-quality routines, precision, and artistry. We travel and compete nationwide for both compulsory and optional levels in the Junior Olympic program of USA Gymnastics (USAG).  

Well-researched and highly intense strength and conditioning schedules are targeted to increase performance and skill acquisition.

From an engaging and positive coaching methodology, our athletes apply the core company values throughout their academic and athletic career. 

• Confidence 

• Tenacity 

• Passion 

• Excellence 

Sports Performance Professionals

Local personal trainers increase speed and power for our gymnasts through annual clinics on technique, agility, and plyometric training.

Coaching Specialists 

Our team attends annual nationwide clinics to train with the highest level coaches in the country, such as Uneven Bar Boot Camp, in Colorado Springs, Make-it-Right Camp in Las Vegas and Boston, and College-Bound Camp in Sarasota.

Dance Instructors 

Weekly training to develop foot technique, turns, and improves artistry detail. Bi-annually, Ani Vera, from Texas Dreams in Dallas Texas, choreographs and refines performance routines.

Zenith West Gymnastics is developing local relationships with key professionals that can enhance the whole athlete to maximize each child’s potential in the sport of gymnastics.

Tapestry of resources

• Physical and massage therapists 

• Sports psychologists

• Athletic trainers and coaches 

• Dietitians 

The Junior Olympic program was developed with the belief that all athletes, regardless of their potential, must have a solid foundation of basic skills in order to advance safely. 

The program allows the gymnast to advance at their own pace. Proficiency in minimum skill and mobility scores qualify the gymnast to progress through the levels. Competitive opportunities include USA Gymnastics state championships.

Compulsory gymnastic levels 3-5 consist of progressively difficult skills performed competitively as standardized routines.

Levels 1-3 are used as an achievement-oriented program within Zenith West’s introductory pre-team program. All beginning gymnasts enter the program at level one and may advance through more than one level per year. 

Routines for levels 6-10 are original, and composed to showcase the athlete’s strengths. 

In optional gymnastics, routines are built around organizational guidelines. Levels 6-8 have difficulty restrictions, in that a gymnast competing at one of these levels may not attempt skills above a certain level of difficulty. 

Composition is evaluated at levels 8-10.

In addition to demonstrating the necessary skills, gymnasts must reach a minimum age to advance to the next level. For example, level 8 and 9 gymnasts must be at least 8 years old; level 10 gymnasts must be at least 9 years old. 

Competitions for gymnasts at level 7 culminate in State Championships, level 8 at Regional Championships, level 9 at Eastern or Western Championships, and level 10 at Junior Olympic National Championships.

Olympics Hopefuls Program

The Olympics Hopefuls Program (Hopes) is an advanced version of TOPs, for gymnasts between ages 8-14. In order to qualify for Hopes, a gymnast must pass both the elite compulsory and optional qualifiers with a minimum score.

Talent Opportunity Program

The Talent Opportunity Program (TOPs) identifies talented gymnasts aged 7-10 for further training to the elite level. It consists of state and regional evaluations followed by a national test of physical abilities and basic gymnastics skills each year. 

Colleges value the athlete’s academic diligence, skill sets, gymnastics scores, relationships with coaches and teammates, and an ability to perform in competitive settings. Zenith West has a proactive approach to college recruitment; and experience in the process and NCAA rules. 

Facilitate College Recruitment  

• Research and planning for recruiting process

• Athletic preparation and training 

• Promotion of athletic abilities 

• Opportunities to attend college-bound camps