Since joining AEC in 2011, Gareth has focused on building the teams’ tumbling skills, and working with the SEN clubs within the Talent Central Schools Programme.

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Gareth has been a gymnastics coach since 1998, training regional and national gymnasts. He has coached cheer teams to National, European, and International titles, while delivering conferences to a number of European clubs and governing bodies. He also specialises in working with children on the autistic spectrum and the behaviour management of challenging children and young people.

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In 2011 Gareth was awarded the 'School Sports Matter' highly commended award by the Daily Telegraph in recognition of his work with children with special needs in schools.

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Gareth is the founder, and owner of BigG Tumbling- a tumble provider that has supported over 4000 athletes both nationally and internationally since its establishment 4 years ago.