About Us

For more than three decades, Brown’s Gym has been shaping athletes and building confidence through movement. What began as a dedicated gymnastics program has grown into something much bigger—rooted in a legacy of excellence, growth, and community. Today, that foundation continues as Brown’s Gym Orbit Sports Academy, where experience, innovation, and passion come together to serve the next generation of athletes.

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For over 30 years, our program—originally known as Brown’s Gymnastics—has been a pillar in the world of athletics. With a legacy that includes producing Olympians, national team members, and nearly 100 scholarship athletes, this rich history of excellence continues to serve as the foundation of who we are today. In 2022, Brown’s began a new chapter as Brown’s Gym Orbit Sports Academy (BGO), expanding our vision to create fresh, innovative programs for the next generation of inspired athletes. Today, BGO Sports Academy offers a comprehensive range of high-quality instruction all under one roof. 

Our programs include recreational and competitive gymnastics for boys and girls, a full martial arts program with classes in Karate, Taekwondo, and Ninja, and a robust dance program offering Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-Hop, and Jazz. We are also proud to offer a competitive All-Star cheer program with tumbling classes for all ages, as well as an after-school enrichment program designed to keep school-aged children active and engaged while exploring our diverse orbiting sports. 

Our mission is to develop strong, confident, and well-rounded athletes in a safe, dynamic, and supportive environment. Our passionate coaches and staff are dedicated to helping every child—from beginners to high-level competitors—grow in strength, discipline, and self-confidence. BGO is more than just a place to take classes; we are a community committed to inspiring and positively impacting young lives through sport and movement.

Family Alvarez Sánchez

Mission

Our Mission

At BGO Sports Academy, our mission is to build strong, confident, and well-rounded athletes through high-quality instruction in a safe, dynamic, and supportive environment. We are committed to nurturing every child’s potential—whether they are just starting out or training at a competitive level. Through expert coaching, innovative programming, and a passion for excellence, we empower our students to grow in discipline, character, and self-confidence—both in and out of the gym

Vision

Our Vision

We envision BGO Sports Academy as a leading hub for youth development and athletic excellence—where legacy meets innovation. Rooted in over 30 years of success, we are shaping the next generation of inspired athletes by offering diverse, engaging programs in gymnastics, martial arts, dance, cheer, and after school enrichment.
Our goal is to impact lives positively, helping every child discover their strength, pursue their passion, and shine in their own unique way.

Our Team

Management

Gio Sánchez

Gio Sánchez

Owner

Carlos Alvarez

Carlos Alvarez

Owner

Siobhan Robinson

Siobhan Robinson

General Manager

Buffy Purdom

Buffy Purdom

Gym Director

Whitney Potter

Whitney Potter

Assistant Manager

Competitive Gymnastics

Gene Alexin

Gene Alexin

Coach | Optional

Donna Alexin

Donna Alexin

Coach | Xcel Gold

Ava Lust

Ava Lust

Coach | Xcel Silver

Asante Murray

Asante Murray

Coach | Xcel Bronze

Alejandro Alvarez

Alejandro Alvarez

Coach | Xcel Bronze

Competitive Cheerleading

Victoria Fuoco

Victoria Fuoco

Coach | Mini Gold

Recreational

Ajah Conage

Ajah Conage

Coach | Level 1

Natalie Pagan

Natalie Pagan

Coach | Level 2

Desmond Jones

Desmond Jones

Coach | Ninja

Mark Busse

Mark Busse

Recreational Coach

Lauren Debitetto

Lauren Debitetto

Instructor | Dance

Alexander Aparicio

Alexander Aparicio

Karate Sensei

Pre-School

Matt Novas

Matt Novas

Preschool Coach

Hayleigh Wilson

Hayleigh Wilson

Preschool Instructor

Julia Scherrer

Julia Scherrer

Preschool Instructor

Aisley Imerson

Aisley Imerson

Preschool Instructor

Rose Scherrer

Rose Scherrer

Preschool Instructor

After-School

Brianna Garcia

Brianna Garcia

After School Instructor

Joaquin Alvarez

Joaquin Alvarez

After School Instructor

Ollayja Rankine

Ollayja Rankine

After School Instructor