Our Teams

About the Program

Our Girls Gymnastics Team is dedicated to providing a supportive and challenging environment for gymnasts to reach their full potential. We focus on developing strength, flexibility, and skills in all four artistic gymnastics events: vault, uneven bars, balance beam, and floor exercise.

Practice Schedule

Practice times vary by level. Please contact us for the most up-to-date schedule.

Meet the Coaches

Faith DePasquale

Co-Owner & Girls Team Coach

With eight years of coaching experience across multiple gymnastics facilities, Faith brings seasoned expertise and passionate leadership to Shasta Gymnastics. As Co-Owner and Xcel Team Head Coach, she oversees every facet of the women's program, from athlete development to program operations, ensuring excellence in both performance and culture. Faith's approach to coaching blends high standards with heart. She's committed to fostering confidence, creativity, and consistency in her athletes. Whether she's mentoring a new coach or helping a gymnast master a new skill, her focus is always on growth with purpose. Her favorite movie is Cars, and much like Lightning McQueen, she believes success is about more than speed, it's about the journey and the team you build along the way.

Clair Preisser

Recreational Women's Artistic Gymnastics Coach & Xcel Team Co-Coach

Clair is a rising force at Shasta Gymnastics, coaching the majority of the women's recreational program and co-leading the Xcel team with infectious energy and heartfelt dedication. With two years of coaching experience and a natural flair for connecting with athletes, she's quickly become a favorite among gymnasts for her fun, spirited, and passionate teaching style. What many don't see, but definitely feel, is Clair's behind-the-scenes grind. As an active competitive athlete herself, she brings firsthand experience to the floor, combining fresh perspective with a fierce commitment to growth. Her athletes aren't just guided by her voice, they're inspired by her example. Clair shows up each day ready to lead, learn, and leap higher, not just for herself, but for every athlete she coaches.