MEET THE TEAM

BG Certified and Qualified

Together, our coaching team of have many years experience in gymnastics and coaching. We offer qualified coaching in Women's and Men's Artistic Gymnastics, as well as General Gymnastics, Tumbling and Pre-School. We are proud to be the only club on the Island to offer such a vast skill set.

ANNA PETTS

LAUREN PRINCE

Director, Owner & Head Coach

My journey began as a young gymnast training and competing in Guernsey, which sparked a lifelong passion for the sport. After years of dedication as an athlete, I transitioned into coaching in 2007, and I’ve been committed to supporting young gymnasts ever since.

As head coach, I lead our talented team and remain hands-on with classes for all ages and abilities, from energetic preschoolers to advanced squads. I’m currently working towards my Level 3 coaching qualification and have proudly guided our junior teams to podium finishes at the Island Games, as well as earning a Teacher of the Year nomination in 2024.

Island Gymnastics is more than just a club—it’s a community. I’m passionate about creating a supportive, inspiring environment where every child can thrive, and I look forward to welcoming you to our gymnastics family!

First Aider

Safeguarding and Protection - Child Protection

Online safeguarding refresher

Fire Marshal Training

Women's Artistic Level 3 (in progress)

Women's Artistic Level 2

Coaching Gymnastics Level 2

General Gymnastics Level 1

Positive Coaching/GDPR Data Security/GDPR Awareness/GDPR Implementation/GDPR Privacy/Notices and RoPA/Personal Resilience/Equality and Diversity/Anti Doping Education/Cyber Security/Unconscious Bias/Risk Assessment/Recruitment and Selection/Effective Communication/Fire Safety/Display Screen Equipment/Best practice in flexibility training/Talent Development

Hi, I'm Lauren, and I coach Recreational, Advanced and Squad classes. I've been coaching for 10 years, and my favourite things to coach are Bars and Tumbling. I love getting to know so many gymnasts and watching them progress and develop their skills.

I was a gymnast for 8 years, with my biggest competition being the Alternate Island Games in 2019. Before Artistic Gymnastics, I trained in Acrobatics, competing at Regionals and Nationals. I love incorporating acro skills into my coaching whenever I get the chance!

Outside of gymnastics, I've been doing CrossFit for 5 years, which allows me to use some of my gymnastics skills. Each year, I compete in the CrossFit Open, and for the past 2 years,, I've qualified for the Quarterfinals. Coaching and staying active are my passions, and I enjoy sharing that energy with my gymnasts!

First Aider

Safeguarding and Protection - Child Protection

Online Safeguarding Refresher

Fire Marshal Training

Flexibility Training

Women’s Artistic Level 3 (In progress)

Women's Artistic Level 2

Tumbling Level 1

General Gymnastics Level 1

Positive Coaching/GDPR Privacy Notices and RoPA/GDPR Data Security/GDPR Implementation/GDPR Awareness/Anti Doping Education/Risk Assessment/Cyber Security/FireSafety/Effective Communication/Equality and Diversity/Unconcious Bias/ManualHandling/Personal Resilience/Recruitment and Selection/Display Screen Equipment

SARAH GODDARD

AMANDA SOWERBY

Women's Artistic Level 1

Safeguarding and Protection - Child Protection

Display Team Lead & Routine Choreographer

Hi, I'm Sarah, and I coach the Display Teams! I love choreographing and teaching routines, especially on floor and beam, and I enjoy coaching floor skills, tumbling, dance and acro. My favourite part of coaching is working on pairs and group acro balances and lifts! It's so rewarding to see gymnasts collaborating and supporting one another.

I've been coaching for over 10 years, much of that time alongside Anna and Lauren. I also had the opportunity to live and coach in Cornwall, where I met Orla, who choreographed the floor routines for the 2023 Alternate Island Games.

Outside of the gym I work at the GSPCA, and have a huge love for animals!

General Gymnastics Level 1

Level 2

Acrobatic Gymnastics Level 1

Specialist Squad Coach & Coach Mentor

Hi, I’m Amanda, Specialist Squad Coach and Coach Mentor at Island Gymnastics. With years of experience teaching both children and fellow coaches, I’m passionate about helping every gymnast develop their skills, confidence, and love for the sport.

I believe in creating a positive, supportive environment where everyone feels encouraged to reach their potential. Whether I’m guiding our squads or mentoring coaches, I focus on teamwork, trust, and continuous improvement.

I look forward to seeing you in the gym, whether you’re here to learn, compete, or coach alongside me!

CEEJAY MERRIEN

ELINOR TOMS

Head of Preschool Gymnastics

Hi, I'm Ceejay, and I'm one of the Gymnastics coaches here! I work with preschool, parent and toddler and recreational classes. I love coaching bars, but what I enjoy most is seeing how every gymnast has something unique they're great at in the gym! Getting to know each of my gymnasts and sharing some laughs with them is the best part of my job!

Along with coaching, I work in a preschool and also coach trampolining. I've been involved in trampolining for over 15 years and even had the chance to compete in the UK when I was younger. I'm looking forward to helping each gymnast discover what they love and excel at in the gym.

First Aider

Safeguarding and Protection - Child Protection

Online Safeguarding refresher

Flexibility Training

Women's Artistic Level 2

Men's Artistic Level 2

Pre-school Gymnastics

Women's Artistic Level 1

Trampolining Level 1

Positive Coaching/Equality and Diversity/Manual Handling/Personal Resilience/Fire Safety

Head of Social Media & Content

Hi, I'm Elinor and I coach recreational, advanced artistic and squad gymnastics. Vault is my favourite apparatus to coach, but what I enjoy most is meeting gymnasts of all ages and learning how to coach new skills. It's amazing to see everyone progress and achieve their goals.

I did gymnastics for 12 years, competing in events likes the Alternate Island Games in 2019, two National tumbling competitions in Durham, and Regional acrobatic and tumbling competitions in the South West. Outside of coaching, I'm currently at Sixth Form studying English, Photography and History. I'm passionate about helping gymnasts grow, both in their skills and confidence, and I can't wait to see what we'll achieve together!

Women's Artistic Level 1 (In Progress)

ELLA BLONDEL

KEIRA JORDAN

Hi, I'm Ella, and I coach both recreational and squad gymnastics classes. I've been coaching for a year, but I was a gymnast myself for 8 years. One of my proudest moments was competing in the Alternate Island Games in 2019, where my team won Bronze!

My favourite apparatus to coach is bars, but what I enjoy most is seeing gymnasts get excited about learning new skills and celebrating their progress.

Outside of coaching, I'm currently at Sixth Form studying Psychology, Sociology and English Literature. I'm passionate about helping gymnasts grow in their skills and confidence, and I'm excited to share my love for gymnastics with them!

Women’s Artistic Level 1 (In Progess)