OUR STORY

As the only competitive gymnastics program in Vancouver, and one of the largest in Western Canada, Phoenix is proud to have a long standing tradition of excellence. Our passion is to foster a love of gymnastics while providing a strong foundation of skills through Gymnastics for All programs. This early skill development may lead athletes to be invited to join the competitive program where Phoenix athletes have soared at local, provincial, national and international competitions.

OUR GOAL

Redefining the Way
We Move

For over 50 years, Vancouver Phoenix Gymnastics (VPG) has provided safe, inclusive and diverse athlete-focused gymnastics to athletes ages 1 to 100. Whether recreational gymnasts learning the foundations of physical literacy, or high-performance athletes aspiring to be Olympians, VPG provides programs with coaches who have the expertise, heart and commitment to make the impossible possible.

MISSION

To be Canada's leader in providing safe, inclusive and diverse athlete-focused gymnastics, from foundational physical literacy to high performance international excellence, where athletes build character, develop life skills and challenge limits.

VISION

To be the best provider of gymnastics programs in Canada; we strive for excellence.

PURPOSE

Vancouver Phoenix Gymnastics' purpose is to inspire excellence through gymnastics.

CORE VALUES

Safety
Motivation
Attitude
Respect
Teamwork

Our Journey So Far

1969

VANCOUVER PHOENIX GYMNASTICS IS FOUNDED

Vancouver Phoenix Gymnastics was founded in 1969, by Sev Heiberg, a PhD Nuclear Physicist, who held a lifelong love for gymnastics, first as a competitor and then as a high level coach. Having founded the Ottawa Gymnastics Club in 1960, Sev traded Ottawa in for Vancouver, where he built the Phoenix Gymnastics Club on traditions and values of generosity, sportsmanship, work ethic, honour and his love of gymnastics.

SLIDE

1990 - 1997

BREAKING GROUND

In the early years the Club bounced around, calling home the old Boys & Girls Club located in Kitsilano, St. James Community Square in 1990, the Jericho Hill Centre in 1997, followed by the Heather Street gym, with 5600 sq. ft. to house the competitive program.

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

“I thoroughly enjoyed their special needs program with Leigh as well as their adult gymnastics group during my time with them. They really are an all-around gym, with the staff, coaches and gym equipment for all levels of training/instructions you might be looking for!”

Cheryel