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Jim Bartley has been involved in the sport of gymnastics for over 35 years. He is experienced in almost every aspect of the sport, including being a competitive gymnast, an instructor (coach), and a gym owner.
He began his training at a YMCA in Cincinnati. He competed throughout high school and college during which he obtained the following titles:
• 4 time state all around champion
• 2 time regional (5 states) all around champion
• Finalist at the World Age group games (tumbling)
• Earned a scholarship to Ohio State University
• Voted most valuable gymnast his sophomore year at OSU.
Shortly after graduating from OSU, Jim opened his first gym in Lima, Ohio, where he remained for the next 9 years. During that time, he grew the business to over 400 students, and trained several gymnasts who competed at the national level and obtained college scholarships. Most recently, he was partners in Hyde Park Gymnastics which had an enrollment of 1200 students. Jim sold his half of the business so that he could start a business known as:
Gymnastics Central
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About Our Instructors
Accreditation
The sport of gymnastics is governed by an organization known as USA Gymnastics. This organization provides the sport with many services, including education and SAFETY CERTIFICATION. Instructors at Gymnastics Central are safety certified.
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Staff:
Amy Zech
Amy has been coaching for 4 years. She is head coach for levels 3 and 4, and also program director for ages 5 & 6. A native of Cincinnati, Amy was a competitive gymnast for 3 years during which she achieved a status of level 7. She is presently a student at the The University of Cincinnati, majoring in physical therapy.
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