Twist’n U Overview
Welcome to our unique “university” where toddlers thru teens, girls and boys put their dreams into action for Gymnastics, Cheer, Tumbling and Action Sports.
Twist’n U Mission
Our Mission is to ignite the fun & energy within every individual thru utilizing our passion in an environment designed for the ultimate experience in safety as well as excitement. We will team up with parents who want to see their children gain confidence and soar towards a healthier future. Self motivation will also be sparked by the encouragement and enthusiasm that you will find inside our unique school. Through well established programs and progressions, our students will gain life-long skills and experiences…as well as the many attributes that the wonderful world of “flips” can bring (strength, flexibility, spatial awareness, teamwork, muscular control, respect, endurance, social awareness, coordination, running speed, self-discipline, balance, grace, time management, trust, agility, goal setting).
Coaches & Staff
Within our TU Crew you’ll find individuals who have devoted a lifetime of passion and experience in the many facets of our programs. We have aboard international coaches Bob Anderson (gymnastics and tumbling) and Carlos Bedolla (cheerleading) who bring the leading edge to their disciplines. Our staff also includes some of the areas most notable athlete/instructors with Sumer Dandan (cheer), Sarah Dinger and Jessica Smith (gymnastics), Cooper Swink and Brittney Arruda (wake and snowboard), Trevor Sigloch and (freestyle bike), Preston Hill (tumbling and circus extraordinaire) and Daegan Long (freerunning and tricking). More of our much-requested instructors include Sue Flourney, and Mallory Sorben.
Twist’n U’s Legacy
Twist’n University was founded in the Spring of 2007 by owners Jeremy and Anna Thompson. The inspiration for this endeavor came from the life of DeAnna Thompson (the first wife of Jeremy, mother of Lexi and Brandon, sister of Coach Bob and daughter to Gary and LaDonna Anderson). DeAnna came to southern California in the late 80s, where she began helping and healing hundreds of patients as a physical therapist. As a former gymnast and ballerina herself, she put tremendous passion towards nurturing even the most severe quadriplegic cases as well as working with Special Olympic athletes. DeAnna’s life tragically ended in an automobile accident in 2004. However, her legacy as physical therapist, mother, and Canyon Lake resident has carried on as Twist’n U embraces a philosophy where its programs will nurture self confidence, healthy lifestyles and a passion for growth.
