About Us

Gwinnett Gymnastics Center — Lilburn, GA

Our Gymnastics Programs

Gwinnett Gymnastics Center in Lilburn, GA is the children's activity center that makes parents and kids say "WOW"! Programs include: preschool gymnastics classes, school age gymnastics classes, tumbling, and holiday & summer day camps.

Our colorful, clean, and well-equipped gym is unique in that each program has a separate facility geared to the needs of the age and skill level of your child. Our energetic, professionally trained staff waits to give a "WOW" gymnastics experience in our facilities:

Totsie's Jungle Gym

3 – 4 years old

The WOW Gym

School ages 5 – 12

Team Gym

5+ years old

Est. 1977 — Lilburn, GA

In Lilburn Since 1977

Dan and Joyce Thaxton established Gwinnett Gymnastics Center in 1977. Their vast experience in the sport of gymnastics, and especially their love for children, has developed GGC into one of the top programs in the United States. Dan and Joyce, along with the GGC WOW Staff, are proud to offer a program that develops personal character, self-esteem, and physical fitness. It will definitely make you say, "WOW!"

70+

State Champions

50+

NCAA Scholarship Athletes

Jr. Olympic National Champions

MEET THE TEAM!

Founders

Owner & Head Coach

Dan Thaxton

Dan earned a degree in Physical Education from the University of Georgia, where he was a four-year gymnast and member of the UGA Cheerleading squad. Well known throughout the nation for producing quality gymnasts and being a positive role model.

Inducted into the Region 8 Hall of Fame in 2009. As a Christian, Dan lives his faith out every day — shown by the number of young lives he has touched.

70+ State Titles
50+ NCAA Scholars
Hall of Fame 2009

Owner

Joyce Thaxton

Co-owner and coach for 40+ years alongside Dan. A USA Gymnastics Level 10 Judge for more than a decade, Joyce brings a rare combination of elite judging expertise and hands-on coaching experience to every athlete she works with.

Level 10 Judge
40+ Years at GGC

WOW Coaches

WOW Coach

Aretha