North County Gymnastics
Competitive Team Program
Dear Interested Competitive Team Parents,
We are thrilled to introduce you to North County Gymnastics, where passion meets performance! Our USA Gymnastics-affiliated gymnastics teams offer exceptional opportunities for both boys and girls in Xcel, Pre-Team, and Junior Olympic programs. With several convenient locations, your family can choose the one that suits you best. Our programs cater to athletes aged six to eighteen, nurturing their talents and encouraging growth at every step.
Participation in our teams is by invitation only, ensuring your child receives the personalized attention they deserve. Our teams compete locally and nationally across Compulsory and Optional levels in the Developmental and Elite Programs. Since our team's establishment in 2012, our athletes and qualifiers have achieved remarkable success, boasting hundreds of state and regional champions.
North County Gymnastics provides a progressive program designed to foster individual and team success within a safe, exciting, and motivating environment. We understand the importance of timing in introducing your child to competitive gymnastics. Our experienced coaches carefully assess their physical and mental readiness, guiding them through our level-based program at the right pace, which is why North County Gymnastics is the gold standard in Southern California.
Gymnastics is a year-round sport. We dedicate ourselves to continuous training and preparing diligently for the competitive season. Your child will develop gymnastics skills and learn valuable life lessons such as discipline, teamwork, and perseverance.
We are eager to collaborate with your child on this journey, helping them evolve into a well-rounded gymnast. Thank you for considering North County Gymnastics; we look forward to embarking on this exciting adventure together.
For more information or to schedule a free evaluation, please email us directly at ncgym.team@gmail.com-(4S Ranch),
ncgym.powayteam@gmail.com-(Poway), ncgym.teamlacosta@gmail.com-(La Costa), ncgym.teamlajolla@gmail.com -(La Jolla UTC), ncgym.teamcarlsbad@gmail.com-(Carlsbad).
Best,
Ryan Covo
NCG Team Coordinator
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NCG gymnastics is the competitive team pathway at Gyminny Kids, operating as North County Gymnastics, and designed for athletes who are ready for structured, high-commitment competitive gymnastics in San Diego. The NCG team serves motivated boys and girls ages 6–18 through invitation-only placement into a progressive, USA Gymnastics–aligned training system.
Built on decades of experience, clear mission capabilities, and strong core values, NCG gymnastics supports athletes from early competitive development through optional levels and advanced competitive pathways—without families needing to switch programs as their gymnast grows.
A Competitive Program Rooted in Structure and Experience
North County Gymnastics operates within Gyminny Kids’ long-standing framework of safety, consistency, and athlete development. Since 2012, the NCG team has trained gymnasts across Compulsory and Optional levels within the Junior Olympic Program, as well as advanced elite program tracks when appropriate.
Athletes train year-round in a structured environment that balances skill mastery, conditioning, and mental preparation. Our coaching staff evaluates readiness carefully, ensuring each athlete enters competitive gymnastics at the right time and progresses at a sustainable pace.
This deliberate approach has resulted in hundreds of state and regional champions and consistent representation at local, regional, and national competitions.
USA Gymnastics–Aligned Training Pathways
NCG gymnastics follows a clear, level-based progression aligned with USA Gymnastics standards. Training is intentional, progressive, and built to support long-term success—not short-term results.
Program pathways include:
Pre-Team development for foundational strength and basics
Compulsory levels within the Junior Olympic Program
Optional levels for advanced competitive athletes
Select elite program preparation based on ability and readiness
This structure allows athletes to build strong fundamentals while advancing confidently through the system.
Invitation-Only Team Placement and Athlete Readiness
Participation in the NCG team is by invitation only. This ensures:
Appropriate athlete-to-coach ratios
Individualized attention
Consistent training groups
Clear expectations for commitment and progression
Readiness assessments consider physical ability, focus, coachability, and emotional maturity. This protects the athlete experience while maintaining a healthy team culture.
Coaching, Mission Capabilities, and Core Values
NCG gymnastics is guided by Gyminny Kids’ broader mission capabilities and core values, including fun and fitness, character through sport, inclusivity, and long-term athlete development.
Coaches emphasize:
Safe skill progressions
Consistent technical standards
Accountability and teamwork
Confidence built through preparation
Gymnastics skills are developed alongside life skills such as discipline, perseverance, and resilience, qualities that carry well beyond the gym.
Multiple Locations Serving North County Families
North County Gymnastics operates across several Gyminny Kids locations, allowing families to train within a unified system while choosing a location that fits their schedule. Programs are coordinated across gyms to maintain consistency in expectations, progressions, and coaching standards.
Competitive Gymnastics Within the Gyminny Kids Program Ecosystem
Athletes in NCG gymnastics benefit from being part of the broader Gyminny Kids environment, which includes:
Career coaches with long-term tenure
Clean, climate-controlled facilities
Background-checked, First Aid & CPR-certified staff
Clear communication and parent support systems
This integrated structure supports athletes from early development through advanced competition without needing to change programs as they grow.
Register at Gyminny Kids for a Free Trial
Families interested in NCG gymnastics are encouraged to begin with a free evaluation or trial experience to determine readiness and placement. This first step allows coaches to assess fit while giving families a clear understanding of expectations and pathways.
Contact us
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Team Coordinator: Laryssa Johnson
Team Email: ncgym.powayteam@gmail.com
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Team Coordinator: Brittany Johnson
Contact: ncgym.teamlacosta@gmail.com
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Team Coordinator: Nicole Artigues
Assistant Team Coordinator: Ryan Covo
Contact: ncgym.teamcarlsbad@gmail.com
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Team Coordinator: Laryssa Johnson
Contact: ncgym.teamlajolla@gmail.com,
A PARENT’S PERSPECTIVE: THE COMPETITIVE TEAM AT NCG & THE GYMINNY KIDS
WHY NCG & THE GYMINNY KIDS HAS SAN DIEGO'S BEST COMPETITIVE BOYS TEAM PROGRAM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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NCG gymnastics is the competitive team program operated under North County Gymnastics within Gyminny Kids. The NCG team trains athletes who are ready for structured, high-commitment competitive gymnastics in San Diego, following a progressive, level-based system aligned with national standards.
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North County Gymnastics serves athletes approximately ages 6 to 18, depending on readiness and skill level. Placement is invitation-only and based on physical ability, focus, coachability, and long-term potential—not age alone.
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Yes. NCG gymnastics operates as part of USA Gymnastics-affiliated gymnastics teams and follows USA Gymnastics standards for training, safety, and competition. Athletes compete through recognized pathways including the Junior Olympic Program.
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The NCG team trains athletes across:
Pre-Team development
Compulsory levels
Optional levels
Advanced preparation toward an elite program track when appropriate
This structure supports steady growth in gymnastics skills while maintaining a clear long-term pathway.
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Athletes are invited into NCG gymnastics through evaluations conducted by the coaching staff. These evaluations assess readiness for competitive gymnastics, including strength, coordination, focus, and ability to train within a structured team environment aligned with the program’s mission capabilities and core values.