The Athletes' Council, designed by athletes in partnership with Gymnastics NZ, aims to ensure representation, promote athlete views, and advise Gymnastics NZ on athlete-related matters, including wellbeing and performance.

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Athletes are welcome to contact the council directly using athletecouncil@gymnasticsnz.com.

Men's Artistic TC Athlete Advisor
Ryan’s introduction to gymnastics was PlayGym at 18 months old. He continued to recreation and into competitive which he retired from after 14 years. He is a senior MAG coach and senior advanced judge, and has held the athlete advisor position for the last two years.

Women's Artistic TC Athlete Advisor
Aimee competed for 11 years, representing NZ in 2020, and has been a judge, coach, and livestream commentator. Her passion for athlete advocacy led to roles on the Training Guidelines Working Group and as an athlete advisor, and is committed to supporting and empowering gymnasts through her work.

Aerobics TC Athlete Advisor
An experienced aerobics athlete and coach, Brooke is committed to athlete advocacy and community connection. She holds a Bachelor of Science in sport and exercise science and human nutrition, bringing strong expertise in athletic performance, injury prevention, and athlete wellbeing.

Men's Artistic Councillor
Max is a MAG performance squad member who has represented New Zealand at the World University Games and World Cup events in Egypt and Croatia. Alongside competing, he is also involved in the sport as a coach, judge, and choreographer, bringing broad experience and a strong passion for athlete voice within gymnastics.

Women's Artistic Councillor
Lucy has been involved in women’s artistic gymnastics for over a decade, both competing and coaching. After facing challenges that led her to step away from the sport, she returned with a commitment to creating a better experience for others.

Rhythmic TC Athlete Advisor
Beth started rhythmic 16 years ago in Australia, moved to NZ and continued competing until 2016, earning national titles in levels 8 and 9. Beth then began coaching, judging, and commentating at nationals, and recently returned to competing.

Rhythmic Councillor
Havana is a highly respected athlete with achievements including a top 30 finish at world championships, 2023 Oceania champion, and multiple NZ titles. As a current competitor, she is passionate about addressing athlete issues, promoting rhythmic, and inspiring the next generation to showcase New Zealand’s unique style globally.

Trampoline TC Athlete Advisor
Cam has been involved in gymnastics and trampoline for more than 20 years, and remains a competitive athlete, having represented NZ at three world championships in double-mini.

Trampoline Councillor
Rachel has represented New Zealand as an athlete and is a coach, judge, and team manager, and has worked on athlete wellbeing initiatives. Passionate about athlete advocacy, she aims to foster collaboration, amplify athlete voices, and create safe, accessible communication spaces within the gymnastics community.