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Hong Jiang Hong began as an Elite professional gymnast in 1972 for the Fujian, China team and competed both at the professional
level and university level for twelve years. He graduated in 1984 from Beijing Normal University with a Bachelor's degree
in Physical Education and competed at the Chinese National Champtionships throughout his competitive career. In 1984, Hong became an Elite Coach for the Fujian Elite team. Three of Hong's former gymnasts became National
Team Members to compete internationally and one of these gymnast competed worldwide in the Asia Games, the 1991 World Cup,
World Championships, and the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. In 1988, Hong relocated to the U.S and resided in Chicago, IL
for 12 years where he was Head Coach for an elite program. With over 35 years personal gymnastics experience, including
23 years of coaching, Hong's experience, education, training and philosophy are the key to the success of his
gymnasts.
Michelle Jiang Michelle began her gymnastics career
in 1973 and was a member of the Elite professional team for the Beijing City, China Elite team. Michelle not only competed
at the professional level, but also at the university level for Beijing Normal University. Graduating in 1985 from the
Department of P.D. with a Bachelor's degree in Physical Education. Michelle competed in and took a championship in the Chinese
National University Games. Michelle has over 30 years personal gymnastics experience to include 22 years of coaching at all levels. In
1985 after graduating, Michelle was invited to coach for the Beijing Normal University Elite program. In 1988, along with
Hong, Michelle relocated to Chicago, IL, and coached for 12 years prior to moving to Colorado in 1988. Michelle's coaching
philosophy, education, experience and talent to "bring the best" out of her gymnasts are key to the success
of her gymnastics team. Michelle's father, Mr. Jibai Feng has held distinguished poistion
at both the Chinese National and International levels. Mr. Feng has held the positions of Executive Member of the International
Gymnastics Federation (FIG), Vice President of the Chinese Gymnastics Federation, President of the Asia/China Men's Gymnastics
Technique Committee and now holds the title of Honorary Member of FIG since retiring. As a former professional gymnast
(and professional hockey player), Mr. Feng's presence in the gym upon visits to the Colorado are anticipated and
well received by the gymnasts.
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Coach Amanda Coach Amanda is a former Chatfield
Gymnastics, Level 9, team member and has been coaching at the club for the past four years. She instructs the Beginner,
Intermediate, and Advanced levels through Pre-team. Many of Coach Amanda's former gymnasts have placed well at the State
level due to her attention to detail, skill, and obvious love for the sport.
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