Katie W

SGA locations Katie coaches at:  Ballard

Years at SGA:  12 years

Hometown: Underhill, VT

Graduated From: Seattle Central Community College

Gymnastics Experience: I trained and competed through level 9 in the JO program. I began coaching when I was 17, assisting with the compulsory program. Since then I have coached just about everything from beginning level Recreation, Boys and Team.

What do you like most about working at SGA? SGA is the first gym I’ve coached for that puts so much emphasis on the intangible qualities of gymnastics. We do so much more than just teach these kids how to flip, we teach them to be strong, to persevere through challenges, and to believe in themselves. It feels amazing to be part of that.

Favorite Color: Sparkles

Favorite Gymnastics Event: Bars

Favorite Sport (other than gymnastics): There are other sports besides gymnastics?

Hobbies: I love to garden. I grew up on my family’s farm on the east coast and have always loved having my hands in the earth and watching things grow.