Coach Sparkles

Chief Operating Officer

Hello! My name is Leigh but the kiddos know me as Coach Sparkles! I am the Chief Operating Officer of Gym Station. I started my journey with Gym Station in 2016 and have had the privilege of holding many titles within the company. I started off as a lead dance coach in DFW, then became the Assistant Director, Dance Director, then Director of Operations and now Chief Operating Officer! My passion for teaching children started in highschool when I taught competitive dance teams. I went on to receive a BFA in dance from The University of North Texas and moved to Chicago to teach Hubbard Street's Youth Dance Program. Once I moved back to DFW and started working for Gym Station, I quickly found that my passion for teaching children had grown in so many ways! Getting to teach not only dance but gymnastics, sports and fitness to children has been an absolute joy! I get to share the importance of living a healthy active lifestyle with hundreds of children each week and that makes my job awesome!

Coach Kangaroo

Director of Operations

Hi! My name is Eily, but all the kids know me as Coach Kangaroo! I’ve been playing basketball since I was 4 years old and began coaching youth camps in 2016 with the Dallas Mavericks. I quickly realized how much I loved teaching, and started working at a preschool shortly after. I recently graduated with my Bachelors in Developmental Psychology from Liberty University. When I heard about Gym Station I knew it would be perfect for me! Sports and working with kids are my two passions and I love getting to share that. I’m so excited to continue coaching and sharing my knowledge with all your kiddos!

Coach Smiley

Brand Ambassador

Hello! My name is Terrance but the kiddos know me as Coach Smiley (because I love to smile). I was born and raised in Texas and have been playing sports since I could walk. I started coaching sports on a middle school level in 2015 and that’s when I knew my calling was with the kiddos. I never looked back! One of the reasons why I joined the Gym Station was because I wanted to coach and teach at the earliest child level. When your kiddos grow up they will be 100% be ready because Coach Smiley taught them everything they know - all while having FUN, FUN, FUN at the same time. Remember, don’t forget to smile!!

Coach Dazzle

Assistant Director

Hi Gym Station Family! My name is Tasiyah but I'm also known as Coach Dazzle✨! I was born in Arkansas but raised in Texas. I have been in the dance/sports field since I was 6 and grew to love both activities! While in highschool and college, I was a part of a marching band as a color guard member and continued my passion for color guard by now coaching highschoolers! Along with this, I have discovered a passion for working with preschoolers, aiding them in their growth and development! I am grateful for the opportunity to work at the Gym Station, where we provide both fitness and education for children while having fun in the process! I can’t wait to see your child dazzle and shine at the Gym Station!

Coach Jelly

Team Lead

Hi my name is Maddie, but the kids call me Coach Jelly! I’ve lived in Texas for most of my life until I moved to Louisiana, Colorado, and then back home to Texas! I did cheer and Gymnastics for most of my childhood where I fell in love with the sport, and while in highschool realized my love of coaching. After graduating high school I went straight into working in childcare, and have worked with kids for the past 6 years.  They have been the best years of my life. I’m so excited to continue my coaching career and teach your kids all I have to offer.

Coach Pixie

Hi my name is MaKenzie but your little angels know me as Coach Pixie. I was raised in Louisiana and I’ve been dancing all my life. Dance is my absolute passion and it’s even more rewarding now because I get to share it with your babies. I've been a dance Teacher for about 5 years and I am so so excited to share all of my Knowledge with the kiddos!