About Us
Straddles Gymnastics provides a fun environment for kids aged 18 months to 18 years old to experience the sports of gymnastics.
We offer weekly recreational classes and open gyms, run a competitive program, and host birthday parties and summer camps.
Founded in 1990 by Carmela Picciano, Straddles has taught over 3,000 students, and we are excited to welcome you and your child through our doors!
VISIT US
Located right by Croton-Harmon station, we are easily accessible from Croton, Ossining, Briarcliff, Montrose, Buchanan and Verplank. Our 3,500 square foot facility features a multitude of training equipment and a party room, and has ample parking.
OUR TEAM
MISS CARMELA
Miss Carmela opened Straddles in 1994, fulfilling her life-long dream of owning a gymnastics school. We dare say she has succeeded in her goal of sharing her love of gymnastics, having welcomed 3,000+ kids through Straddles doors! Her kindness and dedication to the kids continue to guide everything we do at Straddles.
Fun fact:
Favorite ice cream flavor: Vanilla.
COACH ANNA
Coach Anna brings 30+ years of coaching experience and a masters in K-12 education. She rebuilt our competitive team, which now has 20 kids and continues to grow!
Fun fact: Even after having lived in four countries, Coach Anna’s favorite dish is still the lobster roll at The Tavern at Croton Landing.
Favorite ice cream flavor: chocolate chip coffee
COACH JESSE
Coach Jessie grew up taking gymnastics from the age of 6 through 13 at Straddles Gymnastics. She began her career at the age of 14 at Straddles, where she taught classes to children ages 3 and up, and co-coached their gymnastics team. Through high school, college, and two pregnancies, she often found herself back at the gym, teaching children of all ages the fundamentals of gymnastics and tumbling. Since 2015, Jessie has taught acro tumble classes at a local dance studio.
Fun fact: Coach Jessie has a Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management. Ask her to point out where is she in the many pictures around the gym!
Favorite ice cream flavor: chocolate
COACH ANABELLE
Coach Anabelle started gymnastics when she was 8 years old and started competing the year after. She has been working at Straddles Gymnastics since 2023 and really enjoys coaching her students.
Fun fact: Coach Anabelle can effortlessly touch the floor with the palm of her hand without bending her knees.
Favorite ice cream flavor: Vanilla
COACH SAIRY
Coach Sairy is a Straddle Gymnastics lifer, having started at the gym at 3 years old. He is full of energy and leads the best warm-ups before class.
Fun fact: We call him Mr. Mister in the gym, because he is the man!
Favorite ice cream flavor: Chocolate
COACH MAYA
Coach Maya has 11 years of gymnastics experience under her belt, and she has been teaching at Straddles since 2023. She was a great addition to our summer camp team in 2024, keeping our little boys and girls busy with gymnastics classes, board games, and arts and crafts!
Fun fact: She has a black belt in karate, and has been doing martial arts for 10 years.
Favorite ice cream flavor: Cookies and Cream
COACH SKY
Coach Sky has been in gymnastics and cheer for 9 years, having been most recently a member of the Ossining High School cheer leading team.
Fun fact: She wants to be an astrophysicist in the future.
Favorite ice cream flavor: Mint chocolate chip
COACH NIA
Coach Nia has 11 years of gymnastics experience under… and she started her gymnastics journey at Straddles! When she is back from college, she joins our summer camp team keeping our little boys and girls busy with gymnastics classes, board games, and arts and crafts!
COACH NATALIA
Coach Natalia has been in and around gymnastics since age 7. She works with our Talent and Pre-team Flippers, drawing on her own experience as a competitive gymnast.
Fun fact: Coach Natalia loves Dunkin’ Donuts and Starbucks (just don’t ask her to pick a favorite!).
Favorite ice cream flavor: Cookies and Cream
