About Us

Whangarei Academy of Gymnastics (WAGS) was founded in 1991, originally located at 18 Winger Crescent in Kamo. Initially an artistic gymnastics club, WAGS has grown into a multi-sport facility with over 500 athletes. On October 20th, 2012, we moved into our current facility at the TRIGG Sports Arena, 55 Park Avenue in Kensington.

Our gym is well-equipped with all men's and women's apparatus, as well as Olympic trampolines, a 25m inflatable tumbling track, and a foam pit. We provide gymnastics programs for all ages, from our littlest gymnasts at 12 months to adults. Whether you're a beginner wanting to learn new skills or an experienced athlete aiming to compete nationally or internationally, we have a class for you. We also run holiday programs and can take bookings for school groups and birthday parties.

We offer five disciplines under one roof: Trampoline, Tumble, Artistic Gymnastics, Parkour, and Cheerleading. These disciplines have classes for all ages and abilities, from recreational to competitive.

At Whangarei Academy of Gymnastics (WAGS), our dedicated and passionate team is the backbone of our success. Each one brings unique skills and extensive experience to provide exceptional training and support to our athletes. Meet the remarkable individuals who make WAGS a thriving community and a place where athletes of all ages can reach their full potential.

The first person you will be greeted by is our office administrator extraordinaire, Wendy White. Wendy has been with us since March 2019 and handles all administrative needs. From enrolments to merchandise and the daily behind-the-scenes operations, Wendy ensures everything runs smoothly.

The driving force of our gym is the one and only Vicki McDonald, who has been involved in gymnastics for over four decades. A wealth of knowledge and information, Vicki serves as our Club Manager and is dedicated to the sport. Her passion and joy for gymnastics are evident in everything she does.

Annie Prout leads our Gymfun program and assists with the competitive tumbling and artistic gymnastics programs. In her spare time, she is training to be a firefighter. Annie is an incredible role model for our young athletes and has done an amazing job developing our recreational gymnastics programs.

Marama Crocker is our lead coach for Trampoline. She is committed to helping her trampolinists excel both mentally and physically. Marama also focuses on enhancing our coaches' skills to ensure they provide the best training for your children.

Jodie Allely is our lead coach for Tumbling and Cheerleading. A FIG Level 2 qualified trampoline and tumbling coach with a background in exercise science, Jodie's exceptional knowledge has propelled our tumbling program towards international competition.

Hannah Prout has been coaching gymnastics for 40 years in both the UK and New Zealand. Her journey in gymnastics began at the age of five when her mum enrolled her in the local club to help her burn off energy and stay still, but it didn’t quite work out as planned!

In recent years, Hannah established a club called Fantastic Gymnastics, served on the WAG Tech and GFA development committees, and worked as a coach educator and choreographer for NZ Gymnastics.

Hannah’s current goal is to elevate WAGs and Northland to the forefront of competitive gymnastics in New Zealand, while also nurturing the development of coaches and gymnasts to ensure a bright future for Northland gymnastics.

Kyle Perry, hailing from the USA, is our new MAG Lead Coach. With international coaching experience, including representing the Cayman Islands at the Commonwealth Games, Kyle is poised to make significant contributions to the MAG program and WAGS.

Petrina Platt has been involved in gymnastics at WAGS for most of her life. From gymnast and Northland representative, to judge and coach of WAG and MAG programmes. Petrina is now back at WAGS to be our Play Gym Lead.

Petrina brings a complete package of knowledge and experience combined with an enthusiasm for gymnastics which can’t be matched.