owner
Daniel Gundert
CEO
With Gyminny Kids since 2003
Daniel Gundert, married with five children, is the Owner and CEO of Gyminny Kids Gymnastics. A juggernaut children’s activity center with four locations and over six thousand weekly students has been serving the community since 1987. Daniel is a Nationally rated gymnastics judge and the founder of D&M Leotards, a children’s activewear company. Daniel’s focus is providing fun and fitness for all ages while building character through sport. Daniel acquired his real estate license to broker and acquire the properties Gyminny Kids operates on and help his friends, clients, and family achieve their real estate goals. Daniel donates half of his real estate commission to child-related non-profits. Daniel met his wife, Melanie, almost thirty years ago while they did gymnastics together as children at the same club in San Diego. All five of their super-charged children are competitive gymnasts, which has become a family affair. Start with gymnastics; go anywhere!
directors
Laryssa Johnson
Program Director
With Gyminny Kids since 2018
Laryssa has twelve years of cheer and six years of gymnastics experience. She is currently studying to be a nurse, which goes along with her desire to do great things for kids both in the gym and hospital. “This job gives me real-life experience working with children, and I savor every moment. There’s something electric about working in a facility that is always buzzing with activity. Gyminny Kids is POPPIN” Laryssa is a top-rated coach and mainstay at the front desk. She’s organized, efficient and friendly. What else could you ask for? If you give Laryssa twenty tasks, she’ll do twenty-one, and she’ll do it with a smile and a pep in her step. “Bring it on; I can’t wait to start my next shift!”
STAFF
Brittany Johnson
Senior Office Lead | Birthday lead | Coach
With Gyminny Kids since 2021
Brittany studied Kinesiology and worked in the gym industry for four years before joining the Gyminny Crew. She is a training bodybuilder and will begin competitions shortly. Brittany also has an artistic side. She creates acrylic artwork and designs logos for companies big and small. Brittany is a sports fanatic. She dances, plays cheer, swim, football, softball, and volleyball. Woah! In case you were wondering, she used to own a Macaw named Paco.
Cristina grew up in a family of gymnasts and has been surrounded by the sport her whole life. It’s always been a part of her, a part that she shares and spreads to her students with love and care. When she’s not coaching, you might find her exploring her passions of photography or crochet. She loves anything noodle or ramen related and has been greatly influenced by her caring circle of friends. She’s a warm, welcoming coach who understands that gymnastics sets you up for success in almost all aspects of life - from coordination to thinking fast - and she’s here to help teach it all!
Cristina Gonzales
Coach
With Gyminny Kids since 2024
Dave Moser
Facilities & Maintenance Director | Coach
With Gyminny Kids since 1988
Dave Moser has worked at Gyminny Kids since 1988! An experienced coach and a wonderful mentor to many students who have become coaches, including Miss Lauren. Dave, otherwise known as Mr. Moose, brings a silliness that the littles enjoy as much as his High School students. Dave is the Head Coach at Poway High School and won California State coach of the year. While Dave can still tumble and flip around the gym, his real talents come in the form of dance and classical ballet. We’re not done yet; Mr. Moose is a computer expert and a tech nerd that comes in handy as he manages the gym’s networks and keeps our electronics online. A man of many hats, Dave has taught thousands of children over the last thirty years. He is a gymnastics legend who has brought joy to the community for the last three decades, and we hope to have him for another thirty.
Gary Johnson
Facilities & Maintenance | Safety Director | Coach | Bungee Bouncer
With Gyminny Kids since 1993
Gary is a twenty-seven-year coach of North County Gymnastics and the Gyminny Kids. Gary has a background in Engineering and was a previous Machinist. During that time, Gary perfected the bungee bouncer system that has brought joy to thousands of children. Gary is a member of the illustrious Seven Oaks community located in Rancho Bernardo. During his free time, he eats pizza, participates in water aerobics, works on home improvements and watches Say Yes to the Dress. “Even though I have been coaching over thirty years, every day working with kids feels like my first day on the job. I just love this sport and all it has to offer.”
Jalia Perez
Coach
With Gyminny Kids since 2024
Jalia is an intelligent and ambitious former gymnast and current CSU San Marcos student. She took so many college courses in high school that she will be graduating with a degree in business marketing after only a couple years, wow! Jalia was born in Victorville, CA and moved to San Diego in 2023. She grew up doing gymnastics from age 5-12 and fell in love with the sport as a talented tumbler. Her impressive sports background also includes basketball, cheer, and dance, all of which help her to be the amazing coach she is. She LOVES to coach, see the progress of her students, and make a positive impact on their lives. When she’s not coaching, you might find her on the runway modeling, looking at the latest fashion trends, or listening to music. She is grateful for the opportunity to serve her community at Gyminny Kids and we are grateful to have her here!
Lindsey Moorman
Coach
With Gyminny Kids since 2024
Meet Lindsey, the world-travelling and extremely talented ballerina. She has done acro tumbling and dance for over 15 years, or 75% of her life! While she primarily did ballet, she also enjoys jazz and lyrical dance. A current student at CSU San Marcos studying Literature and Writing, she brings her wealth of expertise into the gymnastics world with a bright smile. She was born in Downey, CA and moved to San Diego two years ago. When she’s not at the gym, you might find her running or on her yoga mat. Her favorite TV show is Malcolm in the Middle and she loves the beach. We welcome Lindsey with open arms and hope you do too!
Mark Steitz
Coach
With Gyminny Kids since 2023
Mark Steitz is a parkour extraordinaire with over 15 years of experience. These years of training also included freerunning, which is similar to parkour, but incorporates aspects of gymnastics and acrobatics with artistic flair. In his free time, Mark enjoys eating ramen, training parkour, surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding, exploring the outdoors, and making music and art. His favorite aspect of coaching is being a part of his students’ process in learning something new. Mark believes that being able to have a positive impact on his students’ lives is an amazing responsibility, and he absolutely loves being a part of that journey.
Quin Shannon
Head Trainer
With Gyminny Kids since 2023
Quin Shannon has been coaching gymnastics full-time since 1984. He has owned and operated a preschool and PE gymnastics program, directed large recreational programs, coached Xcel, Junior Olympic, and Elite gymnastics, and was an NCAA Division 1 coach. He is a national instructor for USA Gymnastics and the National Gymnastics Association. He currently spends his time coaching the coaches, showing them how to teach great gymnastics in a fun way. Quin is a master gymnastics clinician and is world-renowned for his effective training methods. In addition to traveling the world holding clinics, he is the Head Trainer at North County Gymnastics & the Gyminny Kids. His hobbies include trying to surf, trying to play guitar, and trying to be a better person.
Scott Zimmerman
Coach
With Gyminny Kids since1995
Scott has a BA in Psychobiology. He has twenty-plus years of coaching experience and four years of Acro Power Tumbling. “I enjoy coaching kids in an atmosphere that develops children through positive reinforcement. Most of all, I love Gyminny because of the people I work with. We really do have an all-star cast!” Scott’s passion project is coaching the Rancho Bernardo High School gymnastics team as a way to give back to the community. In Scott’s free time, he enjoys music, hiking, snowboarding, reading, and spending time with his wife and puppy. Scott is a famed local DJ and DJs events all over town. Scott wears many hats at Gyminny Kids, so you may catch him on the fly at the front desk, coaching, or teaching Zoom classes. Scott is a whirlwind of energy and creativity!
Stephen Alison
camp Lead | School Liason lead | Coach
With Gyminny Kids since 2021
Stephen is a spitfire! Truckloads of energy and positivity. He helps at the front desk, with camps, and teaches class. A Jack of all trades. He has a background in mentoring youth, physical fitness, and wellness. Stephen is an experienced trainer and spent two years leading youth fitness classes, adult CrossFit classes, and personal mentorship for client health goals. Stephen gets into theme and loves to dress up to match the lesson plan. Stephen is a highly requested teacher and is a friendly face at the front desk.
Our Founders
Background
BS in Physical Education MS in Sports Management Head Coach
University of Wisconsin at LaCrosse (5 years)
Assistant Coach, Ohio State University (2 years)
Prairie du Chien High School Coach (7 years)
Why I Started Gyminny Kids
I wanted to work for myself as well as pursue an area I was very knowledgeable in.
Hobbies
Packers fan, theatre and musicals, the outdoors and traveling.
Liz Mullarkey
Background
Associate Degree for Milwaukee School of Broadcasting
Retired Collegiate & High School Basketball Official
Avid Golfer
Why I Started Gyminny Kids
We saw a niche in the market to fulfill the needs of an active community.