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Our Philosophy is to develop a child's self-esteem in a non-competitive environment by providing success experiences!
Our Mission is to provide a children's program that is safe, fun and gives each child
the opportunity to become the best that they can be!
Jon Koenigsaeker - Owner
Jon Koenigsaecker was born and raised in Burbank, CA. He got an early start with gymnastics at the age of three. Just as many other kids, Jon’s mom started him in gymnastics class. He took to it immediately.
Jon started coaching at Fun & Fit Gymnastics where he spent many years honing his skills for teaching under the direction of Jeff Lulla at the age of 15. He was involved in the General Gymnastics with boys and girls, Mobile programs, Demonstration teams, Mommy and Me classes and Cheerleading. Eventually Jon helped a friend, Freddy Behin, open Gymnastics World in Southern, CA.
Later on in life Jon got involved in the entertainment industry doing rigging, aerial stunts, and aerial acrobatics for many different productions which included Fear Factor, Cirque du Soleil and many others.
Jon is First Aid, CPR, Spirit Safety Certified, Safety Certified along with being a Member of USA Gymnastics, AACCA and USASF .
Jon’s love for the sport of gymnastics has driven him to start his own gym.
Alexis Lafrenz
Head Instructor
Mrs. Alexis has participated in everything from tumbling to dance and piano and was competitive in many activities. She was a cheerleader in high school and on an all-star team. She continued cheering at Iowa State University and competed at a national level. She graduated with her Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology and Health. She has been a coach with us at Jump Start Gymnastics since 2016 and was promoted to Head Instructor in 2019.
“Coaching recreational gymnastics allows us an unique opportunity to teach so much more than movement skills! We are able to make real connections with the kids while helping them learn about things from confidence and awareness to failure and perseverance!”
Janelle Colbert
Instructor
Hi, my name is Janelle! I am 24 years old and my birthday is January 27th. I’ve been doing gymnastics since I was five and I competed for 11 years. I started coaching at 14 and have been for 10 years! I recently moved to Davenport from Cedar Rapids. I attended USAG Congress in 2023 and 2024, and I’ve attended coaching camps in Texas and Iowa in 2015 and 2024.
I spend my weekends walking my pitbull Iris and going fishing! I also love shopping at Target, Ulta, and Zumies! I can’t wait to meet you!
Kasey Witter
Instructor
Hi! My name is Coach Kasey! I’m 17 years old and currently a high school senior. After graduation, I plan to attend cosmetology school and pursue a career in the beauty industry.
I grew up doing gymnastics at Jumpstart, where my coach was Mrs. Alexis! Gymnastics has been such a meaningful part of my life, and I’m so excited to now be on the other side of the sport as a coach. In my free time I’m probably crafting, baking, shopping, or hanging out with my friends.
Meela Draheim
Instructor
Hi! My name is Meela and I am from Davenport, IA! I am currently attending my senior year at Davenport North. I enjoy cheer, dance, and show-choir, and I’ve done it throughout high-school. I’ve been tumbling since I was little! I attended Jump Start when I was younger, and my mom even taught here before me! I have always wanted to work with kids as my future job. I enjoy coaching and helping kids achieve new skills and want to create a positive environment for them to learn their best!
Ethan Chambers
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