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Mr. Nasser Parvinrouh
Nasser Parvinrouh was born in Shiraz, Iran. He was an Olympic gymnast and competed for Iran in the 1964 Olympics in Japan. At one time, Mr. Nasser was ranked 16th in the world!
Mr. Nasser was a professor at Faulkner State Community College and taught Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance from 1971-1982. He then went on to establish Nasser Gymnastics Academy in Mobile, AL.
Nasser Gymnastics Academy was founded with the vision to build a facility that would provide a safe, developmental, and rewarding environment for aspiring gymnasts. He instituted progressive training techniques to ensure each student received the best instruction possible while having fun. We are proud to continue in following those traditions today.
Nasser Parvinrouh retired from coaching gymnastics 10 years ago but still pops in the gym from time to time. His wife, Fatemeh Parvinrouh, and daughter, Laleh Parvinrouh, currently manage Nasser Gymnastics.
Ms. Laleh
In 1970 my father, Nasser Parvinrouh, opened Nasser Gymnastics Academy, and we are the oldest established gymnastics facility in the state of Alabama. Under his instruction and leadership, I trained as a gymnast until I was twelve years old and competed up to Level 6. In high-school, I moved on to play Tennis, but continued to grow in the gym. I went to Murphy High School, Faulkner State, and graduated from the University of South Alabama. I was also a Meet Director at the age of 22.
When my father retired, I carried forward his vision of operating a gym built upon quality, excellence, and dedication. I’ve further shared this vision with my staff, and, together, we strive to provide the highest quality of physical education.
My father inspired me to manage a gym of which we are proud. Being a responsible steward of the gym, its staff, and the families we serve is the most significant and fulfilling role in my life. I love the opportunity of being able to make a positive impact in the lives of our gymnasts and cheerleaders. My staff and I continuously focus on professional development, especially as it relates to ensuring and optimizing positive development for the children we train. It’s such an honor being a part of a gym that has been successful for generations and I look forward to Inspiring Dreams and Motivating Champions for more generations to come.
Coach Allison
Hey, my name is Allison and I am currently a Nusring Student at the University of South Alabama. I graduated from the University of South Alabama in May of 2017 with a degree in Recreational Therapy. I did gymnastics at Prattville YMCA until I graduated high school in 2012, and I was the 2011 Level 7 State Bars and All-Around Champion.
I truly believe that Gymnastics is the best sport. Gymnastics contributed greatly to molding me into the person I am today. The countless hours spent training helped develop my determination and drive, my attention to details, and my resilience that transfers to all other aspects of life.
Confucius once said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never work a day in your life.” I believe that to be true. I am presently the Levels 5 and up coach, and I love it because the kids always make me laugh. The excitement they get from learning a new skill or perfecting an old one keeps me coming back and continuing to work on my coaching abilities.
If I am not at school or work, I enjoy CrossFit, binge watching Netflix, or catching up on some much-needed sleep.
Coach Breanna
Hello, my name is Breanna and I am a Mobile native. I am a 2012 graduate of LeFlore Magnet High School (Salutatorian) and a 2016 graduate of The University of Alabama. I graduated with a Bachelor of Education in Exercise Sports Science with concentrations in Fitness and Pre-Professional Studies. I plan to further my education & pursue another degree to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
My gymnastics career started with a field trip to Nasser’s & with Mr. Nasser himself persuading my parents to sign me up for official lessons. I was a gymnast for 6.5 years, starting in 2nd grade and ending in the beginning of my 9th grade year. I reached Level 7, received many medals and awards, and was recognized in the local newspaper, along with other teammates for our Level 6 achievements.
Gymnastics has been one of the things that has helped me become who I am, the countless hours of training, traveling and friendships has all played a part in my life. One of my favorite things about coaching is having so many eager children with the common goal of having fun and wanting to do gymnastics. It brings me joy to know that I can help along with their process. I want them to have an enjoyable and unforgettable gymnastics experience the same way I did. Helping these gymnasts reach their highest potential truly warms my heart and makes it all worthwhile.
Coach Charla
Hello, my name is Charla! I have been in the Mobile area for my whole life. I am currently a student at Saraland High School. I am planing on graduating with an AP/Honors diploma. I play varsity soccer for Saraland, and I’ve been playing club soccer since I was eight. I am apart of Saraland High School’s BETA club, National Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, Leo Club, and Project Outreach. When I was younger I danced, did recreational gymnastics, soccer, and competitive swim. My little sister recently was a team member at Nasser training for Level 8.
Coach Danielle
My name is Danielle, and I am a junior attending the University of South Alabama, and I transferred from Virginia Beach, Virginia. My major is Exercise Science Pre-Professional, and I will be applying for graduate school to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy.
My gymnastics career began when I was 2 years old, and I competed until Level 8. I stopped when I was going into 6th grade and started cheerleading. I cheered through middle school and high school where I broke the world record for the most back handsprings! In high school, I started doing gymnastics again and led our high school gymnastics team to State for the first time in 10 years.
Gymnastics has taught me many different things. Determination, dedication, and discipline are three of the most important things you can learn to help carry you through life. Gymnastics has the capability to teach all of these things and I hope to coach your younger gymnasts into having the same mindset that I was given from my coach as a child!
Coach Destiny
My name is Destiny, and I am a senior at Davidson High School. I was a gymnast at Nasser for 10 years and received the State Champion title in 2012. I am on the Varsity Soccer Team as well as a Division 1 State Cup Soccer Player. I am also a member of Davidson’s EPIC program, German Club, and USA Children and Women’s Hospital’s Princess Project.
Gymnastics has made a major impact on my life and my determination. Gymnastics taught me to carry discipline and passion with me in everything I do. This sport was the first that I fell in love with and, coaching at Nasser has given me the opportunity to pass down the lessons and skills that my coaches passed down to me.
Coach Ebony
My name is Ebony, I am currently a Junior at the University of South Alabama. I attended Nasser’s when I was 9 years old. I learned most of my tumbling and flexibility skills from Nasser’s, and the coaches helped me get to where I am today. I started competing when I was 11 years old and earned my first All-Around Championship.
I transitioned into cheerleading while I was in High School, and it carried me all the way into my college life. My cheerleading career began at Baker High School, where I cheered all 4 years. I first began my college cheerleading experience at Faulkner State Community College, now known as Coastal Alabama Community College. After finishing a strong year at Coastal, I tried out at The University of Mobile, where I grew a stronger passion for cheerleading. I cheered at Mobile for a year and our team was the first to win all conference and reach Nationals in Iowa! I am currently a South Alabama Cheerleader where I have learned many things. I love using my college experience to help others excel when they have a passion for Gymnastics and Cheerleading.
Coach Hailey
My name is Hailey. I am from Memphis, TN, and I graduated from the University of South Alabama. I was a member of the South Alabama Diamond Girls, which supports the University’s baseball team. I also started a new organization called USA for St. Jude.
When I was younger, I was a gymnast at River City Gymnastics for eight years, but I ended up finishing my gymnastics career at Level 6. After that, I became a cheerleader for about seven years. I have been a middle school, All-Star, and high school cheerleader. In 2009, all my hard work paid off because I became the National Cheerleading Association National Grand Champion, and I have the jacket to prove it!
I try my hardest not to raise my voice when coaching because these kids are here to mainly have fun. I still try to show that I am the person in charge to keep them safe. Seeing these children smile is what makes being a coach so valuable. When they are happy and having a good time, it makes me want to try harder to be the best coach that I can be.
Coach Jay
My name is Jay! I graduated from the University of South Alabama with a major in Business.
My large background in sports started off with baseball before playing basketball through middle school and high school. I played tennis in high school and went on to play at Faulkner State. I am also a former cheerleader at South Alabama and loved it!
I believe that it is important for a coach to love their students and really care for them on and off the mat. I feel like that makes the difference between a good and bad coach.
Coach Kallie
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Coach Laura
Hey Navy Nation! My name is Laura. I am currently a freshman at the University of South Alabama, majoring in Business. I grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama where I competed until the end of my 10th grade year at Tuscaloosa Tumbling Tides. Gymnastics has always had a special place in my heart. It was the only sport I ever loved, and it taught me more than anything I ever learned in a public-school classroom.
Gymnastics taught me the importance of hard work, and it also taught me the importance of pushing through failures. It taught me how to be graceful and have confidence in myself. It blessed me with great friends who supported me inside and outside of the gym. Gymnastics has truly shaped me into the person I am today. Coaching is not always easy, especially when you feel like your kids are not getting it. But coaching is always worth it. I love seeing kids who struggle with a skill push through mental blocks and say “that was so much fun.” I am thankful I can still be involved in something that has brought me so much joy in my life!
Coach Lauren
My name is Lauren, and I am from Huntsville, Alabama. I am currently a student at The University of South Alabama seeking an Elementary Education degree. I started competition cheerleading when I was 5 and pursued it for 12 years. I attended the gyms: Tumblebeez, Matrix Allstars and Stingrays Allstars. My team and I received a fully paid bid and won The D2 Summit at Disney World in 2018 and Cheersport in Atlanta both 2017 and 2018. At one point we had the highest score in the nation! I believe hard work and dedication is the way to success. I have a passion for cheer and coaching and started coaching my junior year in high school at Matrix Allstars. The teams I coached at Matrix also went to The D2 Summit on a Wild Card bid and an At-Large bid.
To be a successful athlete, you need a successful coach to push you to be your very best. I strive to teach students and encourage them to always try new skills and not only trust in me, but also trust in themselves. I love seeing their faces light up when they gain a new skill or hit a stunt they have been struggling on. When I was younger, I was told by one of my coaches to always follow my heart and do it passionately so here I am!
Coach Lyndsey
My name is Lyndsey, and I am from Eufaula, Alabama. I am currently a sophomore at the University of South Alabama where I am majoring in Elementary Education. I am a second-year cheerleader at South, and I love it!
I have been cheering for 13 years and counting, and I love the sport and everything that comes with it. I am so excited to be able to coach at Nasser where I can use my knowledge of cheer and gymnastics to help kids reach their goals!
Coach Mya
Hi! My name is Mya, and I am an early graduate from Baker High School. I am currently attending the University of South Alabama. I have been a cheerleader for 10 years and competed in many local All-Star competitions. Throughout my hard work and dedication, I earned the title of an All-American cheerleader three times! Hard work is something I’m familiar with, and I will always encourage and push a child to do their best.
I respect the dedication and passion that comes with the sport of Gymnastics and Cheerleading. Gymnastics is an elegant, but fierce sport. It teaches young men and women across the world to hold their head high, good sportsmanship, humbleness, and all-around strength. In my opinion, gymnasts carry themselves with class and dignity. “If you can do gymnastics, you can do anything.”
My goal as a coach is for children to enjoy coming to my class, and for them to remember me as a special role model. It is rewarding as a coach when a student says, “Thank you so much.” I am grateful to have received this opportunity to be a part of these students’ achievements and lives.
Coach Olivia
My name is Olivia, and I am currently a Senior at Murphy High School. I have taken lessons at Nasser for as long as I can remember. Nasser is where I learned most of my tumbling skills and where I developed my love for cheer.
I was a cheerleader in middle school at Phillips Prep School and Junior Varsity at Murphy. I am currently playing golf at Murphy, as well. I am in the UA Early College program at Murphy and plan on attending Auburn University in the Fall!
Coach Regina
Hello, my name is Regina. I was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and raised in Mobile. I am a 2019 graduate of C.F Vigor High School. I received many athletic awards in various sports such as softball, tennis, bowling, and JROTC at Vigor.
My gymnastics career started in 2017 when I was 17 years old. I took tumbling classes for a month then moved into competing with Level 3 for a year. After graduation, I started coaching, and I am so happy to be a part of each rising gymnasts’ life. Helping them learn new skills and seeing them move up levels makes me so happy and grateful to be a part of the Nasser family. For me, Nasser is a home away from home. Everyone is so nice and caring, I would not change it for the world.
Coach Stephanie
Hey! My name is Stephanie and I am currently a student at the University of South Alabama where I am seeking a degree in medicine. I plan to eventually become a pediatrician because of the heart I have for children.
I have done gymnastics at Nasser’s for as long as I can remember, and I have loved every minute of it. I competed all the way to Level 7. In Level 6, I placed in 3rd for the State Meet, qualifying for regionals. After that, I started playing tennis.
I am so thankful I received the opportunity to become a coach, because you not only get to watch the gymnasts learn new skills and become more advanced, but you also get to see them grow into their amazing selves! As a coach, I push kids to reach their potential through correcting their mistakes and more importantly helping them understand to improve. I strive to constantly encourage them towards success. I believe it’s important for a coach to just have fun with their gymnasts. I consider myself a fun, friendly coach because I always try to relate to my kids and get down to their level. In doing so, I build lasting relationships with my gymnasts. Gymnastics is a sport that has had a positive impact on my life and I guarantee it will do the same for many more lives to come.
Coach Taylar
I’m Coach Taylar. I started taking Gymnastics at Nasser’s at the young age of 5. I quickly fell in love with the sport. I competed at small and local competitions but always won big. At the age of 16 I started my very first job here, it was second nature and I felt at home. I absolutely enjoy working with all ages and all personalities that comes with each child. I want to continue to Inspire Dreams and Motivate Champions! #Nugget4life
Coach Tyra
Aloha, I’m Tyra. I was born and raised in Hawaii, and I can speak six different languages! I am a graduate of The University of Mobile, with a degree in Political Science with minors in History and Spanish. I am good at anything in relation to Government and Law, and that’s what I love. I plan on easing into International Contract Law afterwards.
I have been cheering and tumbling for about 13 years. I took gymnastics at Nasser’s when I was 13 years old. I am a part of Co-Ed cheerleading at the University of Mobile, and I participate in track too. I spend my free time reading, coaching cheer/gymnastics, traveling and studying other languages. I enjoy working with others. I emphasize for students to be better than their selves rather their predecessors and contemporaries. “To get something you’ve never had, you have to do something you’ve never done.”
