Monica Goermann

Monica Goermann (born September 1, 1964) is a Canadian gymnast. Monica is the Artistic Director & Choreographer and owner of Monica’s Danz Gym, one of Manitoba's leading Aerial Dance Gyms in Manitoba.

Early life

Monica Goermann was born in Winnipeg, MB where she attended Dakota Collegiate. Her mother was a gymnastics coach.[1]

Career

From 1977 to 1983 Monica was a member of the Canadian National Gymnastics Team and competed all over the world, from Japan to Russia. Her signature grace & artistic flair was widely known; Monica is a five-time medalist at the Pan American Games. Goermann won the all around title at the Pan American Games in 1979.[2] In 1991, Goermann was inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame.[3] At 16 years old, Goermann was named to the 1980 Olympic Team, however, the team did not compete due to Canada's decision to boycott the 1980 Olympics in Moscow.

Monica’s Danz Gym was established in 1993 after her successful career as a coach and choreographer for the Guatemalan National Team.

Personal life

Goermann has a daughter who is also a competitive gymnast.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Morrison, Deborah (12 January 2009). "Dreams derailed". Canada's History. Retrieved 19 June 2016.
  2. ↑ Turner, Amanda (13 July 2015). "Black, Mikulak Triumph in Toronto". International Gymnast Magazine. Retrieved 19 June 2016.
  3. 1 2 Chan, Cindy (13 May 2014). "It runs in the family". Canstar Community News. Retrieved 19 June 2016.


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