Mission Statement
Head Over Heels Gymnastics, Inc.’s mission is to teach gymnastics in a fun, safe environment; to develop happy, healthy, responsible children; to help children to appreciate their innate worth; to help children to nurture their health and keep them safe from harm; to help children love to learn and accept challenges; to help children to understand, care and help others – all while helping them to master and refine skills.
Gymnastics at Head Over Heels contributes to a solid foundation for each child’s future through a challenging and rewarding learning experience.
Facility
Head Over Heels is the premier gymnastics training facility on the South Shore. Our 20,000 square foot facility is fully air conditioned and consists of:
- 2 spacious lobbies with observation areas (upstairs and downstairs) allowing you to enjoy your child’s class comfortably. Both of these viewing areas give a clear view of all parts of the gym.
- Specialized uneven bar area specifically designed for boys & girls pre-school age children
- 2 spacious balance beam areas with multiple high, low and training beams with foam pit access
- 2 uneven bar training areas, including full sets, strap-bars and 2 single rails both with foam pit and resi-mat access
- 2 regulation (40×40′) size spring floor areas
- Spring tumbling strip with foam pit landing
- Air floor with foam pit landing
- Large vaulting area with 2 tables (one with a regular mat landing, and one with a foam pit landing)
- 3 in-ground Olympic trampolines with foam pit access
- In-ground Tumble track to resi-mat landing
- Boys pommels, rings, high bar and parallel bar area
- 3 large foam block training pits
We have all of the latest girls, boys, and preschool equipment for the safest and best possible training available today!
Patty
Coming from a family who has a strong gymnastics background, I always knew I wanted to open my own gym and coach gymnastics. Growing up, my mother was a gymnastics judge and my sister and I were both big into gymnastics. Being surrounded by the sport early on led me and my sister to both fall in love with it and continue with it into adulthood. My sister opened Head Over Heels in NJ in 1987 and I followed in her footsteps opening Head Over Heels in MA in 1997. I was a competitive gymnast for over 10 years in both the USA Gymnastics program and for Weymouth High School. I have had the pleasure of coaching gymnastics since 1987, and have experience coaching all levels – from preschool and recreational classes, developmental programs and competitive teams. I have had State, Regional, and National competitors with numerous achievements over the years. I am excited everyday to get to share what I love with the staff and gymnasts that enter Head Over Heels, and look forward to watching more amazing athletes grow up in our program.
USA Gymnastics Professional Member, USAG Safety Certified, National and Regional Congress attendee, Regional Clinician, First Aid/CPR/AED certified, Meet Director certified, USAG Preschool Fundamentals certified, Skill Evaluator certified.
Jenn J.
Growing up I was a gymnast for 16 years and competed all over Massachusetts, both in high school and for a private club. I started teaching gymnastics in 1991 and have been coaching ever since. I am a USA Gymnastics Professional Member and Regional Congress attendee. My certifications include: USA Gymnastics Safety, USAG Preschool Fundamentals, First Aid/CPR/AED. I also have two kids, Isabella and Harrison, and am a hairdresser at Center of Attraction Salon in Weymouth.
Alissa
I work with our gymkids, recreational classes, and Xcel Team programs here at Head Over Heels. I was a Junior Olympic and Prep Optional gymnast at HOH for many years. I am a graduate of UMass Boston where I received a degree in Psychology.
I am a regional congress attendee and a USAG Professional Coach. My certifications include USAG Safety and First Aid/CPR/AED.
JC
JC has been coaching at HOH since 2011. He comes from Wisconsin, where he worked for 25 years at Salto Gymnastics as Elite, TOPs, and Junior Olympic Optional Director. He coached and choreographed many athletes on all four events to State and Regional Champs, TOPs Diamond, A & B National Team Members, and full college scholarships. He produced five Elite National Team Members. JC coached Chellsie Memmel from age 7 through the JO Optional levels, to become the Senior Pan Am Champion, World Champion, and through her first Olympic Games in 2008. He was voted Rookie Coach of the Year form the Elite Coaches Association, and two-time Wisconsin Coach of the Year. He has served as TOPs National Staff, Region 4 Chair, and clinician at numerous camps and clinics. JC has also been awarded the USA Gymnastics Master of Sport honor.
Cynthia
I was a competitive gymnast for over 16 years in Brazil. Throughout my career I received many state and national titles!
After I completed my training, I became a coach. While coaching in Brazil I had the honor of having many of my gymnasts called up to the National Brazilian team.
I hold a degree in Physical Education, National Judging and Coaching.
Outside of coaching I enjoy choreographing floor and beam routines.
“Gymnastics is more than practicing a sport, it is about facing your fears, it is about challenging yourself every day, it is about overcoming obstacles, it is about learning to be resilient all the times. These teaching moments are for life. That’s why I love this sport and that’s why I live for it! “
Alexis
I was a competitive gymnast for many years in the state of Maine within the USA Gymnastics program. I have experience coaching gymnastics in both Massachusetts and Maine. I joined the Head Over Heels staff in 2018.
I graduated from Dean College in 2016 with a degree in Dance and English while also minoring in Business Management. I hold a Master’s Degree in Sports Leadership with a concentration in Collegiate Athletic Administration and Sports Psychology from Northeastern University.
I am a USA Gymnastics Professional Member, and am USAG Safety Certified. I am also a National and Regional Congress attendee and am First Aid/CPR/AED certified.
Erin C.
I have been doing gymnastics at Head Over Heels since I was five years old. I love sharing all that I have learned during my time at Head Over Heels with her students. I completed my competitive gymnastics career by competing for the Rhode Island College gymnastics team.
I am First Aid/CPR/AED certified.
Joanie
I work with our parent-tot, gymkids, and recreational class programs. I worked for several years in the integrated preschool program in the Hingham Public Schools, and direct the special needs class program at Head Over Heels on Sundays. I have experience working with the Special Olympics and coached an HOH athlete in her first Special Olympics Gymnastics Competition.
I am an avid runner and enjoy competing in road races and marathons. I attended Fitchburg State College and earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services. She attend regular professional development sessions provided by USA Gymnastics, including the annual USAG Regional Congress. I am a USA Gymnastics Professional Member and am certified in USAG Safety, USAG Preschool Fundamentals, First Aid/CPR/AED, & OCCS.
Kristine
I have been coaching gymnastics since 1996. I have been working at Head Over Heels since September of 2013. I was a competitive gymnast for both USA and AAU teams through my senior year of high school. I was also a cheerleader in High School and did diving in college. In addition to coaching, I was also a middle school math teacher for six years. I have a Bachelor’s Degree from Bridgewater State University and a Master’s Degree from Fitchburg State University, both in education. When I’m not coaching I enjoy spending time with my son, daughter and husband. I also enjoy rollerblading and running.
I work with recreational classes and Xcel teams at Head Over Heels. I am a USA Gymnastics Professional Member and is First Aid/CPR/AED and USAG Safety certified.
Kati
I joined our family in 2014 and have over 8 years of coaching experience in both Massachusetts and Connecticut. I now teach both recreational classes and Xcel team programs here at HOH. I’m also an art instructor, surfer, and an active animal welfare advocate, effectively passing new legislation this year in Plymouth that banned the use of wild and exotic animals in traveling circuses and shows. I have traveled all over the world, spending time in places like Patagonia, South Africa, Italy, Israel, London, France and Thailand. I’ve been working with children for most of my life and have a passion for coaching gymnastics.
I am a USAG Professional Member and am CPR, First Aid, and USAG Safety Certified.
Sam H.
My gymnastics career started at the age of seven. I competed both in the Junior Olympic and Prep Optional teams. I continued my gymnastics career in college at the University of Tennessee.
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Anthropology from the University of Tennessee.
I have been coaching gymnastics for ten years. I joined the Head Over Heels staff in 2020 as a class instructor and an Xcel Team coach.
I am a USAG Professional Coach. I am a certified women’s level 4/5 Judge as well as First Aid/CPR certified.
Carrie
Carrie has worked at Head Over Heels since it’s opening in 1997. Over the years, she has worked with our parent-tot, preschool, recreational class, and team programs. She currently works with our class programs a few days a week.
Carrie works as a CNA at Children’s Hospital Boston on the surgical, trauma, and orthopedic floor. She hopes to finish nursing school in the near future. She is a USA Gymnastics Professional Member, USAG Safety Certified, First Aid/CPR/AED Certified, and holds a degree in Elementary Education.
Sarah
Sarah has been a member of the Head Over Heels family since the age of four. She was a Level 9 gymnast on the Junior Olympic Team and member of the 2013 and 2014 Championship Massachusetts Regional Teams. Her accomplishments include: 2015 Eastern Nationals Qualifier, 2015 Level 9 Regional Team, 2nd Place All Around at Regionals, 2015 Beam & Floor Regional Champion, 2014 Level 8 Massachusetts State All Around and Floor Champion, 2014 Level 8 Regional Bar Champion, 2nd Place All Around at 2014 Regionals.
Sarah is currently a member of the Springfield College Women’s Gymnastics Team. As a coach at Head Over Heels, she is excited to work with some of the youngest athletes just beginning their gymnastics journey. Sarah is First Aid/CPR/AED certified.
Julia
Emily
Lindsey
I joined the Head Over Heels staff in 2020 as a class instructor and an Xcel Team coach. Growing up I participated in dance and gymnastics and continued my passion for gymnastics and have now been coaching since 2011.
My favorite part of coaching is helping an athlete finally achieve a skill they have been working toward or were scared to do.
I am a USA Gymnastics Professional Member. My certifications include USAG Safety and First Aid/CPR.
Contact
Head Over Heels Gymnastics
412 Washington Street
Norwell, MA 02061
phone: 781-659-3378 fax: 781-659-9773
email: HOHNorwell@gmail.com
Employment
Are you interested in working at Head Over Heels?
Do you love children? Do you want to help them become the best they can be? Do you want to give them a sense of pride and accomplishment while teaching them to live a healthy lifestyle? Do you love gymnastics? Then HOH may be the place for you!
We are looking for class and team coaches as well as assistants, receptionists, and birthday party instructors. Apply today!