TILT Independent
A 9-month leadership program for gymnastics athletes 12–16—built to grow confident, capable teens (no gym enrollment required).
About TILT Independent
TILT (Teens in Leadership Training) was originally created to help gyms develop future staff. But here's what I learned fast: the leadership piece is bigger than coaching.
TILT Independent gives athletes the same leadership-based curriculum—without needing their gym to participate. It's designed for teens who want to:
- ✓Become more confident and articulate
- ✓Learn how to lead without drama
- ✓Understand the "why" behind coaching decisions
- ✓Build skills that help in school, work, and life
What Your Teen Will Learn
Each month builds on the last with structured lessons and real-world application.
Leadership & Communication
Confidence, responsibility, teamwork, boundaries
Coaching Skills
Safety, teaching progressions, lesson structure, class flow
Judging Basics
Scoring, deductions, and learning to "see" gymnastics differently
Gym Operations
Behind-the-scenes systems that make gyms run
Capstone Project
A final leadership project that puts their training into action
Community Connection
Monthly Zoom classes with peers and guided support
How It Works
Monthly module opens with lessons + interactive workbook activities
Athlete completes projects (reflection, scenarios, observation tasks, discussion prompts)
Monthly Zoom class for teaching, Q&A, and community connection
Progress builds month-to-month toward a final capstone project
Cohorts start: January, April, July, October (no mid-cohort starts)
Course at a Glance
Program Length
9 months
Ages
12–16
Time/Month
4–6 hours
Format
Online + Live Zoom
Focus
Leadership, Coaching Basics & Judging Fundamentals
What's Included
Zoom Class Options
Independent Athletes choose ONE monthly Zoom class time:
Option 1
1st Tuesday
8pm CST
Option 2
3rd Monday
5pm CST