For many, the Olympics is a once every-four years event, but for the athletes, it’s something that’s always on their mind. For Emily Schoenwald, training athletes of every age and skill level, including those with Olympic potential, is not only a calling but her vocation at Momentum Gymnastics.

The Woods Cross location, acquired by the Momentum name in 2023, was recently remodeled and revamped to provide “world-class facilities with world-class coaching across the board,” said Schoenwald, who is General Manager at the Woods Cross location, aligning directly with the vision of owners Janna and Taylor Garrett. Across the board is no joke either. Momentum offers classes for ages from 1-year-olds to “high elite” and includes gymnastics of all kinds, parkour, silks, and much more.

The 20,000-square-foot facility also offers a very low rate of students to coaches, meaning that each student has more opportunity to interface directly with their coach. This, along with some of the “highest equipment levels in the state” according to Schoenwald, could well be the reason that the gym has already had students compete in Olympic trials. 

Equipment and training are one thing, but as with every successful endeavor, especially in sports, the success at Momentum comes down to the people. People like Schoenwald who herself had gymnast children, and spent much of her time helping them, and helping others. “My kids grew up in the gym,” said Schoenwald, explaining her reasoning behind initially joining the team.

In addition to helping her own children, Schoenwald said that for her, as well as many of the other coaches, “watching these children grow up over the years,” has been one of the most rewarding things about the occupation, “Giving the opportunity for these kids to be the best humans possible,” said Schoenwald, “It’s pretty amazing to watch that.” 

While there is a big focus on training the younger generation, all ages are welcome, particularly at the adult class held once a week at a later time to accommodate for work schedules. Momentum Gymnastics is located at 2044 West 2425 South in Woods Cross and is a great way to stay active in an increasingly sedentary world.