WRGAS HIGHLIGHTS
WOW! What an amazing showing at BC Champs April 2025
from all of WRG Athletes!
The coaches could not be prouder of our team!
By the numbers...
★ 20 provincial Champs!!
★ 15 second place AA
★ 10 third place AA
★ CCP Level 2’s (who aren’t ranked) all got Gold AA!
★ Team awards
○ Xcel Bronze- 1st place team
○ Xcel Silver- 1st place team
○ Xcel Gold- 2nd place team
○ CCP 4- 3rd place team
○ CCP 5- 2nd place team
★ Loads of Event champs!!
○ Vault: 11
○ Bars: 18
○ Beam: 17
○ Floor: 16
★ AND... 4 perfect 10’s!!
WRGYM has attended past Annual Gymnastics BC Awards and Scholarships Nights which are always an evening of camaraderie, acknowledgment, and joy. WRGYM is always honoured to be recognized.
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‘Heart and soul’ of White Rock Gymnastics to be recognized for volunteer efforts
Jenna McBain to receive Presidents’ Award at upcoming Sport BC Awards
Operations Manager of White Rock Gymnastics, and an avid volunteer, was honoured with the President's’ Award at the 2020 Sport BC Awards. The award is handed out annually to “volunteers from Sport BC member organizations who represent the spirit of volunteerism and whose dedication, energy and commitment contributed to the development of their sports or organization.”
McBain was nominated for the award by Gymnastics BC, which also named her its volunteer of the year.
“It totally came out of the blue. I didn’t know I was getting it, but absolutely, it was a nice surprise,” said McBain.
Jenna received her award at a March 12, 2020 event at the Vancouver Convention Centre.
Also the recipient of the 2019 GBC Volunteer of the year award!
2025 Member of Distinction & 2 Time Winner of Gymnastics BC Coach of the Year Jen Olthoff
Member of Distinction 2025 - A visionary leader and coach who has shaped White Rock Gymnastics into a thriving two-location community hub while contributing extensively to provincial programs. It’s tough to put into words just how much Jen Olthoff has done for gymnastics in BC - but if you’ve met her, you already know. Jen’s passion, dedication, and heart have helped shape the gymnastics community and the people in it for more than 25 years.
What makes Jen stand out isn’t just her experience or achievements - it’s her heart. She’s constantly learning, growing, and sharing what she knows. She leads by example, always lifting others up, and is the first to jump in and help, whether it’s volunteering, mentoring a new coach, or finding a way to better support athletes and families.
Recreational Director Jen Olthoff has also been the recipient of "Coach of the Year" twice (different years) and was heavily involved with revamping the Interclub Program, GFA, etc.
Cool fact: Jen competed at a national level for high jump and has completed many marathons, including a triathlon!
Our very own Kaitlynn Ellis is the 2023 recipient of the WAG Official of the Year Award from Gymnastics BC. Kaitlynn's unwavering commitment, remarkable skills, and exceptional achievements have set her apart.
Kaitlynn's integrity, professionalism, and dedication elevate the standard of our sport. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of the Code of Points, she demonstrates consistency and fairness in every routine she evaluates.
Beyond technical excellence, she is respected for her calm presence and unwavering commitment to creating a positive competitive environment for athletes, coaches, and fellow officials. Her passion for the sport and dedication to ongoing learning make her a trusted and valued leader within the gymnastics community. Her contributions extend far beyond the judging panel—she plays an essential role in upholding the spirit of excellence, sportsmanship, and respect that defines Women’s Artistic Gymnastics.
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2023 GBC WAG Official of the Year Award
‘Amazing’ gymnastics coach honoured.
‘It’s all about the kids’ says White Rock Gymnastics' Geri Henry, after receiving coach-of-year award.
Geri Henry’s dedication to youth gymnastics was rewarded when she was named recreational coach of the year by Gymnastics BC. She received the award Nov. 7, 2015 at an event in Burnaby. Not one to bring attention to herself – “It’s all about the kids,” she says – the award came as something of a surprise, she admits. She has one mantra in particular that she often repeats: “Success is not something you do, it’s something you are.” “You have to empower them. They’ll say ‘Oh, I can’t do that.’ But you just tell them that of course they can, they can do anything – and then they deliver.” Though she came to White Rock Gymnastics without any experience in the sport, she was a very active child in Jamaica, playing cricket, soccer and track-and-field, and knows the skills and values gymnastics can teach. “It’s a foundation for all sports, whether you want to be a hockey player, soccer or baseball player. Gymnastics teaches you so many skills – flexibility and balance, strength.”
Our very own Coach Tianna is a member of Central Fraser Valley Search and Rescue!
CFV SAR is comprised of dedicated individuals intent on providing unparalleled community service when called upon by local or provincial agencies. The diversity of the personnel is matched only by the variety of tasks in which the team participates from search and rescue to fundraising and community events. 30 unpaid CFV SAR professionals have each undergone extensive mandatory Search and Rescue training. The Central Fraser Valley stretches from the west border of Chilliwack to the east border of Surrey, British Columbia Canada. Whether it be inland water and rivers, mountain terrain, high-angle rope, or urban rescue, this team of dedicated members, including Coach Tianna are on-call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They are a resource for agencies such as the RCMP, Emergency Management BC, and the Fire Department — combining their assets and skills to accomplish any task at hand.
Winner of Gymnastics BC 2023 Inclusion Award Carrie Campbell
Carrie has demonstrated tremendous and sustained leadership and dedication, both at White Rock Gymnastics Athletics Society and in the broader Surrey community, towards addressing injustice and championing equity and diversity, particularly for 2SLGTBQIA+ people. Carrie has shared and led an Inclusion in Sport Initiative at our gym to raise even more awareness, including leading discussions around Inclusion in Sport, and sharing many articles and resources to educate our staff, athletes, and community. They are also a supporter and advocate for the Positive Space in Sport initiative - actively promoting inclusiveness in the workplace by leading by example, and providing networking opportunities, information, and resources. Carrie is committed to ensuring our gym is accessible for all. They have encouraged us to develop and design spaces for a barrier-free environment, that even goes beyond the physical access. Carrie has clearly shown an exemplary commitment to improving the lives of members of equity-seeking groups at the gym, in particular through education or awareness-raising efforts. Through significant training and commitment, Carrie is leading a movement within our organization - continuing to celebrate diversity and inclusion in our workplace and in the community, recognizing that diversity makes our organization and our community stronger.
Winner of Gymnastics BC 2023 GFA Coach of the Year Sho Litvack
Sho is a perfect example of being a leader in sport. She exemplifies commitment to her athletes, ethical coaching practices, inclusivity, and positive image. Sho is a delight to have in our gym. She is ALWAYS smiling, upbeat, and ready to take on the day. Athletes and Coaches alike vibe off her energy, and her positive and bright spirit really sets the tone for the day. Not only does Sho demonstrate incredible leadership within the gym, but she is also an avid volunteer and teacher in the White Rock/South Surrey community. She leads field trips in local schools, offers POUND fitness classes for all ages, and does marathon running for multiple charities. It’s a true pleasure to watch Sho coach gymnastics, especially the younger athletes. Her passion for sport shines in her classes and you can visually see the love for gymnastics grow in each athlete. Sho makes each class dynamic and exciting, and ensures each child is learning in a fun and safe atmosphere.
Sho is very dedicated to personal and professional growth. Over the last couple of years, Sho has attended multiple courses to increase her certification and knowledge of gymnastics. She is constantly seeking our new courses/educational workshops to increase her skills as an instructor. Sho is a key member of our team, adored by all, and brings everyone together – inside and outside of our club.
Our very own Coach Arshnoor is a former National Rhythmic Champion from India!
Meet the WRGYM instructor for our exciting Dancing Dolphins and Rhythmic and Gym classes!
Coach Arshnoor offers a wealth of practical & technical experience & knowledge to all her students and classes.
These classes focus on the early stages of skill development through FUN, FITNESS and FUNDAMENTALS! Activities that improve agility, balance, coordination, and spatial awareness help children move confidently through life while offering a fun and unique experience in creative movement, object manipulation and basic gymnastics progressions.
Fun fact: Arshnoor was also a National level competitor in Yoga!
Winner of Gymnastics BC 2024 Emerging Leader of the Year Javonna Lowe
Javonna is an outstanding leader at our gym, consistently demonstrating inclusivity, integrity, passion, and innovation. She naturally draws people in with her engaging and fun demeanor. Javonna is always animated when interacting with her athletes, smiling and creating an enjoyable and positive environment. It's evident that her athletes truly enjoy their time in each class as she goes to great lengths to make learning fun for both athletes and teammates. Her athletes love her energy and can-do attitude.
Javonna is a problem solver and enjoys supporting her coworkers with class management, lesson planning, and athlete development. She consistently devises new and innovative methods to conduct her classes and inspire her athletes. She proactively implements these creative ideas as frequently as possible. Our team is continually learning and improving through Javonna's coaching style and techniques!
Javonna's passion for coaching grows every day. She is dedicated to her professional development and growth as a gymnastics instructor. Javonna seizes every opportunity to enhance her skills and expand her certification, including specialties such as aerial silks. She is an outstanding coach and a natural leader at WRG, and we are incredibly fortunate to have her on our team.
Winner of Gymnastics BC 2025 GFA Coaching Impact Award Justine Hollman
Since joining the team at White Rock Gymnastics, Justine has proven to be a dedicated and inspirational coach who has made a profound and lasting impact. Juntine leads with empathy, integrity, and a deep commitment to creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all athletes. Justine is more than a coach—she is a role model, natural leader, ensuring that athletes not only develop their skills in all of her classes but also creating a space to grow as confident, resilient individuals. She is truly dedicated to all participants. Justine was both an artistic and trampoline gymnast for 13 years in BC! Justines favourite event was floor/tumbling. We are so proud of Justine and the impact that she has made in our organization in a short time.