Loyalist Gymnastics Club is the only club in Kingston that offers a Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) competitive program. Our Men’s competitive program is home to 2 time Olympian, World Championship medalist and Canadian Gymnastics Hall of Fame inductee Alexander (Sasha) Jeltkov, and the former home of Canadian National Team athlete Xavier Olasz, the current Elite Canada and 2023 Canada Winter Games AA gold medalist!
Pre-Competitive Team (2-3 Days Per Week)
Designed for children aged 5 to 9 who demonstrate above-average physical potential and a strong desire to learn, the Pre-Competitive Program focuses on fostering the joy of gymnastics while developing key skills.
Volunteer Requirement: Each family must complete volunteer hours based on the athlete’s training schedule. The more hours an athlete trains, the more volunteer hours are required. For details, contact our Volunteer Coordinator at volunteer@loyalistgymnastics.ca.
Competitive Team (3-5 Days Per Week)
Our Competitive Team builds foundational skills on all apparatuses, preparing athletes for competition. The focus is on fitness, strength, power, flexibility, and endurance, essential for success in Regional, Provincial, and National meets.
Volunteer Requirement: Families are required to complete volunteer hours based on the athlete’s training schedule. Contact the Volunteer Coordinator for more information at volunteer@loyalistgymnastics.ca.
Our Coaches
Sasha - Head Coach & Technical Director
Sasha is a two-time Olympian, World Championship silver medalist, and a decorated Canadian gymnastics champion. Since retiring in 2007, he has shared his vast experience with young gymnasts in Kingston and Eastern Ontario. Contact Sasha at sasha@loyalistgymnastics.ca.
Brandes - Assistant Head Coach
Brandes, a former provincial champion and LGC athlete, has coached Provincial-level boys to multiple successes, including tours and Eastern Canadian Championships. He also judges men’s gymnastics and recently completed the Men's National Judging course. Contact Brandes at brandes@loyalistgymnastics.ca.
Contact Us
Interested in our Men’s Artistic Gymnastics (MAG) Competitive Program? Book an in-person assessment or learn more by filling out the form below or emailing sasha@loyalistgymnastics.ca. Our assessments are available year-round and ensure each athlete is directed to the right program, level, and group. Looking forward to hearing from you!