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Our Senior Staff
Dedication. Expertise. Passion.
Team Director
Nicholas Minney
Coach Nick has been coaching since 2007. Before full time coaching, he was also an elite level athlete, national champion, and USA Judge. Coach Nick currently serves the T&T community additionally as a Team USA Coach and Chair of the USA Gymnastics Elite Committees.
Assistant Team Director
Trevor Harder
Coach Trevor is a world champion in Double Mini Trampoline (2025), World Cup Champion (2025), Pan American Champion (2022), and United States National Champion (2021).
Trampoline Director
Coach Aaron
Coach Aaron is a USA Elite National Champion in Trampoline & Tumbling and brings world class expertise and FUN to every class at Carolina Elite. Coach Aaron oversees the development of every recreational trampoline athlete at Carolina Elite.
Tumbling Director
Gracie Harder
Gracie is a World Champion (2025), World Games silver medalist (2025), World Championship Bronze Medalist (2023) and multiple time National Champion. Additionally, Gracie is also a top category judge in USA Gymnastics!
Oprations
Mrs Jen
Mrs. Jen is one of the cofounders of Carolina Elite Trampoline & Tumbling and has helped to keep our crew organized since day one. Mrs Jen is committed to making sure that every athlete that comes through our doors knows just how special they are and how BIG they should dream!
Operations
Chelsea Parker
Bio Pending
Join Our
Coaching Team
Joining our team as a coach means embarking on an exhilarating journey where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of aspiring athletes.
We offer more than just a job; it's a platform to inspire, mentor, and cultivate young talents. As a coach, you'll have the opportunity to ignite passion, instill discipline, and foster a love for the sport in our students.
Our supportive environment values your expertise and encourages professional growth. With state-of-the-art facilities and a dynamic team, you'll have the resources to unleash your creativity and bring out the best in every gymnast.
Join us, and together, let's build champions on and off the mat.
Youth under the age of 18 who work in North Carolina must have a Youth Employment Certificate.
OUR "WHY"
Mission Statement:
Our mission at Carolina Elite is to empower our athletes and connect our community through the amazing sport of trampoline & tumbling gymnastics. Our mission is to create an atmosphere where happiness thrives and a culture where teamwork is paramount, in order that we may help our athletes grow to their fullest personal potential in skill and confidence!