About Us

Okanagan Gymnastics Centre (OGC) has been offering high quality gymnastic programs for over 40 years. As a proud member club of Gymnastics BC, OGC welcomes gymnasts of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, and provides opportunities for everyone to participate in the sport and reach their full potential.

As the longest-running high-quality gymnastics club in the Okanagan, OGC has a reputation for producing talented gymnasts, excellent training and coaching to its athletes. OGC has a well-established culture and philosophy, emphasizing not just technical skill development, but also the importance of hard work, perseverance, and sportsmanship.

In addition to regular training sessions, the club offers parent and tot classes, kids camps, field trips and drop in programs. These programs provide opportunities for each participant to learn from experienced and knowledgeable coaches who are dedicated to helping each person reach their full potential while having fun and making connections.

As a non-profit gymnastics centre, we are focused on serving our local community by providing opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to participate in gymnastics. From pre-school to our adult programs, all our classes are designed to safely teach each athlete at their own age, skill level and ability.

Meet Our Team

Our team of coaches is dedicated to helping every athlete achieve their maximum potential. They employ a diverse range of training methods and techniques that are customized to each gymnast's unique requirements and capabilities. Our coaches provide continuous feedback and guidance to assist athletes in advancing and enhancing their skills. In addition, our coaches are certified in CPR and first aid, as well as National Coach Certification Program* (NCCP) certified.

Melanie Thompson

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Danielle Blazenko

OFFICE MANAGER

Lynne Ethier

WAG HEAD COACH

Jenn Dougherty

RECREATIONAL DIRECTOR

Jamie Gardner

TG HEAD COACH

Sara McLean

WAG XCEL TEAM

Maryna Vorobyova

WAG CCP TEAM

Aida Varga

WAG CCP TEAM

REC TEAM

Tilly Blazenko

Misauti Voros

WAG DEVELOPMENTAL TEAM

Natalia Simeunovic

WAG CCP TEAM

Sophia Speer

WAG XCEL TEAM

Curtis Gerein

TG TEAM

Paula Pelechaty

WAG XCEL TEAM

Katie Flaten

WAG XCEL TEAM

WAG CCP TEAM

Shaina Dixon

Vanna Harris

TG TEAM

Alyssa Varoney

REC TEAM

Emma Cox

REC TEAM

Jennie Pekrul

REC TEAM

Kaylee Gawley

TG & REC TEAM

Sasha Malchyk

WAG CCP TEAM

Alexie Fox

REC TEAM

Jacob Kochylema

REC TEAM

Kait Sawatzky

REC TEAM

Naomi Rokus

WAG CCP TEAM

Sophie Miskic

TG & REC TEAM

Rae Roworth

REC TEAM

The highest priority for our admin staff is to provide outstanding customer service to everyone who walks in the door.  We keep busy by welcoming you, answering your questions on the phone and doing all those ‘behind-the-scenes’ activities that, along with our coaches, deliver the best possible OGC experience.

The Okanagan Gymnastics Centre is a non-profit Society, run by a Board of Directors who are tasked with overseeing the operations of the club.

The Board of Directors is elected by OGC's members at the Annual General Meeting, which is held in the fall of each year. The Board of Directors is made up of volunteers, carefully recruited from a variety of backgrounds, experience, skills and abilities who are committed to delivering OGC's Mission, Vision, & Values.  The Board is led by an Executive Committee consisting of the Chair, Vice-Chair, Treasurer and Secretary.

We are Hiring! ~ Join our Team

Recreational Coach Job Posting

WAG Xcel/CCP Coach Job Posting

WAG Optional Coach Job Posting