Welcome to the I Flip Gymnastics Acro Team!
Acrobatic Gymnastics, or “Acro,” is a dynamic and collaborative sport where athletes compete in pairs or groups of 2, 3, or 4. Each routine combines balance skills (static holds), dynamic elements (tosses and catches), individual skills (such as flexibility and tumbling), as well as dance and choreography to create a complete performance.
Our athletes train between 2 to 5 days per week, depending on their level. There are several competitive pathways within our program:
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Pre-Team (Levels 3–4): Competes at local events, focusing on skill development and performance fundamentals.
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Junior Olympic Team (Levels 5–10): Competes at the State, Regional, and National levels.
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FIG Team: Competes at the elite level, with opportunities to represent our gym as well as Team USA in international competitions.
Lauren Dugas
Acro Head Coach/Director
Lauren is an accomplished Acro Head Coach and Director with over 15 years of coaching experience and a passion for developing athletes at all levels. She began her gymnastics career at the age of 4 and quickly distinguished herself as a talented Acro athlete earning accolades as a State, Regional, and National Champion.
Her gymnastics/Acrobatics background led her to a diverse career as a professional stunt double, water skier, and high diver which has enriched her understanding of athletic performance and stage presence. Her commitment to excellence is further exemplified by her scholarship at UC Davis for springboard diving where she earned degrees in Psychology and Human Development, with additional degrees in Deaf Studies and American Sign Language Interpreting.
Lauren has coached multiple pairs and groups to State, Regional, and National champions. She is grateful for the opportunity to coach both her son and daughter in Acrobatics as well. Outside the gym she enjoys hiking and camping.
Peyton
Acro Assistant Coach
Peyton is both an acro coach and a competitive athlete. He currently competes as a base in the FIG 12–18 Junior Elite Mixed Pair category. With several years of experience, Peyton has earned numerous first-place titles at the State, Regional, and National levels, showcasing his dedication and skill in the sport of acrobatics. As a student-athlete on the honor roll, he demonstrates a strong commitment to both his academics and athletics.