Miss Sandy became a class 4 USGF competitive gymnast in 1974 and worked her way up to a class 1
gymnast by 1982 under the guidance of Gail and Jeff Southworth at Rhode Island Gymnastics Village.
Miss Sandy has over 35 years of experience in the sport of gymnastics ranging from competing, judging,
teaching and coaching preschool aged children through competitive gymnasts. She not only has a sincere
love for the sport but also for the children and has established a well thought out, organized program that
agreeable and sought after by parent, children and instructors alike.
Certificates & Memberships
• Safety Certified by USA Gymnastic
• Named to the Southeastern Conference All Star Team
• 10 Year USGF Competitive Gymnast Class I, II, III, IV
• Traveled International European Belgium Gymnastics Training Camp.
Achievements of her gymnastics career include:
• USA Gymnastic Safety Certified
• USA Gymnastic Professional Member
• American Red Cross - CPR and First Aid Certified
• Gym Cert - National level 1-3 Woman's Artistic Gymnastics Coaching Certified
• Kinder Accreditation for Teachers - Certified
• US Elite Coaches Association - Associate Member
Sandra Nicoll-Palermo
Owner and USAG Club Member
Miss Kristen has participated in the sport of gymnastics as both an athlete and coach for 16 years. Miss
Kristen competed as a level 7 gymnast, retiring in 2007. She has over 5 years of coaching experience.
Certificates & Memberships
Kristen Barth - Coach
• USA Gymnastic Safety Certified
• USA Gymnastics Professional Member
Kelcey Hopkins - Coach
Our Gym
Our Coaches
Miss Kelcey competed in gymnastics for 6 years at a gym in Rhode Island. Miss Kelcey
advanced to level 8 gymnast on a nationally traveling team before retiring. Miss Kelcey has a
genuine love for kids and coaching the sport of gymnastics.
70 Industrial Road
Cumberland, RI 02864
Phone: 401-721-5899
Email: Flip4GemsRI@aol.com
• USA Gymnastic Safety Certified
• USA Gymnastics Professional Member