ARC ACROBATIC ACADEMY

Mission Statement

Where passion meets precision - Arc Acrobatic Academy shapes strong athletes and confident individuals, one skill at a time.

Reach Your Potential

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About the Founders

Anna Godek

Anna started acrobatic gymnastics at the age of seven and immediately connected with the sport. Her dedication and love for gymnastics led her to compete at the highest level, representing Poland internationally for nearly five years. During this time, she competed in multiple European and World Championships, consistently reaching finals and earning several national titles. She trained and performed in all roles (top, middle, and base) in both women’s pairs and trios, giving her a deep understanding of the sport from every angle.

Now coaching, Anna brings the same energy and commitment to helping young gymnasts grow. She finds it incredibly rewarding to watch athletes gain confidence, master new skills, and enjoy the process of improvement. Gymnastics has played a major role in shaping who she is, and she’s passionate about passing that experience on to the next generation.

Lewis Anderson

With nearly 20 years of experience in gymnastics, Lewis brings a unique blend of technical expertise and academic knowledge to Arc Acrobatic Academy. His journey has included coaching both artistic and acrobatic disciplines, but it was through his partnership with Arc’s co-founder that his passion for acrobatics truly took flight. Backed by a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Lewis is committed to athlete development that goes beyond the gym. At Arc, athletes benefit from a training environment rooted in biomechanics, safe progressions, and a holistic approach to performance - empowering them to grow as gymnasts and individuals alike.

Our Services

At Arc Acrobatic Academy, we offer a Competitive Acrobatic Gymnastics Program that emphasizes strength, control, and precision in both static and dynamic positions - both on the ground and in the air.

Routines are choreographed to demonstrate a seamless blend of artistic movement, synchronized group acrobatic elements (such as holds, throws, and catches), and individual elements/tumbling skills. Precision, synchronization, and artistry are key performance components.

  • Acrobatic Gymnastics, or “Acro”, is a dynamic and artistic discipline of gymnastics where athletes perform in a partnership of pairs or groups - showcasing choreographed routines that combine dance, tumbling, and partner-based skills.

    These routines include a combination of balances, throws, catches, and dynamic transitions, all performed to music and judged on artistry, difficulty, and execution.

  • Unlike Artistic Gymnastics, which features individual routines on apparatus like the beam or bars, Acrobatic Gymnastics is performed on a sprung floor without equipment, focusing on teamwork, synchronization, and trust between partners.

    While Tumbling and Trampoline emphasize aerial skills and height, Acro highlights the strength, flexibility, and coordination required to lift, balance, throw and catch other athletes.

    It’s a sport where success depends not just on individual skill, but on deep partnership and seamless collaboration.

    • Women’s Pair (two female athletes)

    • Men’s Pair (two male athletes)

    • Mixed Pair (one male base and one female top)

    • Women’s Group (three female athletes)

    • Men’s Group (four male athletes)

USA Gymnastics (USAG) Levels 5-6

USAG Levels 5–6: These levels focus on mastering fundamental acrobatic skills with an emphasis on safety, gradually preparing athletes for the technical rigor of the FIG elite system or upper USAG Levels 7–10. Athletes progress through increasingly complex skills across balance, dynamic, and individual elements. Skills are compulsory at these levels.

USA Gymnastics (USAG) Levels 7-10

USAG Levels 7–10: These levels build on fundamental acrobatic skills, where difficulty and expectations increase - requiring further commitment from the athlete and their families. These levels offer the opportunity to compete internationally and/or at the national level.

At these levels, skill selection begins to shift away from compulsory elements - allowing for more original routines. At levels 8 and up, the partnerships begin to have more than one routine.

Federation of International Gymnastics (FIG) Levels

FIG Levels: Athletes enter this stream starting at Aspire (formerly Youth) that follows FIG rules, which eventually leads into Pre-Youth (formerly 11–16 age group), Youth (formerly 12–18 age group), Junior (formerly 13–19 age group), and Senior categories. Designed for athletes aged 9 and up, this level typically requires a greater time commitment, including increased training hours and higher competitive standards. Athletes in this category are considered to be part of the high performance stream and have the opportunity to compete internationally. Aspire has one routine, but all others levels under FIG have more than one.

Training That Arc Offers

  • 6 Hour Group

    This group is ideal for athletes new to acrobatic gymnastics, focused on building strong foundations and learning new skills. It typically includes younger athletes competing in USAG levels 5 and 6.

  • 9 Hour Group

    This group is for athletes with established foundational skills who are ready for more advanced training. Typically spanning a wider age range and competing in USAG levels 7+ or Aspire.

  • 12 Hour Group

    This group is for athletes aged 9 and up who demonstrate strong foundations, consistent work effort, and a high-performance mindset. Typically competing in upper USAG levels and FIG stream.

  • 1 Hour Tops Class

    This 1 hour session is dedicated to the tops of each partnership. Time is spent focusing on hand balances, flexibility, strength, and individual skill development.

Meet the Team

  • Anna Godek

    Owner, Program Director & Coach

  • Lewis Anderson

    Owner, Program Director & Coach

  • Kenna Erickson

    Coach

Gallery of Important Moments

 FAQs

  • Currently, Arc does not offer recreational classes. We hope to offer these classes in the future. Thank you for your understanding and patience!

  • Arc focuses its programming and expertise specifically on acrobatic gymnastics and does not offer other programs such as artistic or rhythmic gymnastics.

  • An athlete must attend a formal assessment to determine if they are ready to join the competitive acrobatics team with Arc Acrobatic Academy. Please fill out the contact us section below to request an assessment. We look forward to hearing from you!

  • Acrobatic gymnastics emphasizes strength, control, and precision in both static and dynamic positions both on the ground and in the air. Athletes perform in the following partnerships and groups:

    • Women’s Pair (two female athletes)

    • Men’s Pair (two male athletes)

    • Mixed Pair (one male base and one female top)

    • Women’s Group (three female athletes)

    • Men’s Group (four male athletes)

    Routines are choreographed to demonstrate a seamless blend of artistic movement, synchronized group acrobatic elements (such as holds, throws, and catches), and individual elements/tumbling skills. Precision, synchronization, and artistry are key performance components.

  • Training schedule is determined by which training group the athlete is in. It will typically involve a combination of weekdays and weekends.

  • Training cost is determined by which training group the athlete is placed into. Please fill out the contact us section below if you require price quotes.

  • Typically, athletes are aged 6 years of age and up. We have athletes who decide to continue training and competing into adulthood.

Testimonials

“I am grateful to have had Anna and Lewis as coaches for several years. As a young girl who had big dreams, my coaches helped me achieve my goal of competing for Team Canada winning both a Gold and Bronze medal at the 2019 Pan American Championships. In this sport I made lifelong friends, memories that will last a lifetime, and skills such as overcoming challenges, dedication, and hard work that I will continue to carry throughout my life.” 

Emily P.

“I had the privilege of being coached by Anna and Lewis for around five years, during which I competed on Team Canada. Under their guidance, I represented Canada at the Pan American Games and placed at World Trials - achievements I owe in large part to their dedication, expertise, and belief in me.

Anna and Lewis understand what makes a great athlete and what it takes to truly be a great coach. They set high expectations - not just in terms of skills, but also in discipline, accountability, and work ethic. They care deeply about their athletes and want them to succeed in every sense, both inside and outside of the gym. Their coaching helped shape me into the athlete and person I am today. I’m excited to see the next generation thrive under their leadership.

Tatum M.

“You won’t find more experienced coaches in the world of acro, who have the same amount of passion for the sport as Anna and Lewis. They’ve truly mastered the art of constructive criticism, and put in so much extra time and effort to make sure every athlete finds success.”

McKenna B.

“From ages 8 to 12, I trained in acrobatic gymnastics under two outstanding coaches, Anna and Lewis. Their expert guidance in choreography, technique, and conditioning was key to our team’s success. The experience was both exciting and demanding, teaching me discipline, resilience, and how to perform under pressure. Theses are skills I carry with me to this day.

Janiya E.

“Being an athlete under Anna and Lewis’ guidance not only helped in my success as a gymnast, but also taught me essential soft skills that I could apply to all sectors of life going into my career as a teacher. Skills such as communication, time management, discipline, teamwork, resilience, and patience are virtues that I have carried with me from my years as a competitive athlete and have continued to practice in my everyday life.” 

Gabby M.

“Anna and Lewis are second to none as acrobatic coaches. They are incredibly knowledgeable about the sport and about training principles to achieve the best success for their athletes. My three daughters flourished under their guidance and the lessons that these incredible coaches taught them will last a lifetime.”

Erin B.

“Anna and Lewis are fabulous coaches. They take the time with every athlete to ensure they can be their very best. They are very detailed and responsive to the needs of the athletes.

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