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Olympic Gold Medalist Opens Gymnastics Gyms in Houston
VideosApr 30

Olympic Gold Medalist Opens Gymnastics Gyms in Houston

Dominique Dawes, the first Black woman to win individual Olympic gold in gymnastics, is bringing her athlete-centered gym chain to Texas. Her Houston-area locations prioritize mental health alongside physical training, challenging the sport's traditional culture.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Olympic Gold Medalist Brings Gymnastics Academy to Houston
Acts of KindnessApr 24

Olympic Gold Medalist Brings Gymnastics Academy to Houston

Dominique Dawes, a three-time Olympian and member of the iconic "Magnificent Seven," is opening two gymnastics academies in Houston this spring and summer. Her mission is to create a compassionate, healthy environment that reverses the toxic culture gymnastics has been known for.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Olympic Gold Medalist Opens Youth Gymnastics Gym in Houston
Community HeroesApr 22

Olympic Gold Medalist Opens Youth Gymnastics Gym in Houston

Dominique Dawes, part of the legendary "Magnificent Seven" Olympic team, is bringing her youth gymnastics academy to Texas. The Jersey Village location opens May 30, with classes for kids as young as 18 months.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Dominique Dawes Opens Gymnastics Academy After Toxic Past
Community HeroesApr 14

Dominique Dawes Opens Gymnastics Academy After Toxic Past

Thirty years after becoming the first Black woman to win individual Olympic gold in gymnastics, Dominique Dawes is transforming the sport she once found toxic. Her growing academy network prioritizes safety and joy over medals.

Google News - Olympic Medal3 min read
Olympic Gold Medalist Opens 9th Gym Focused on Joy
Community HeroesMar 27

Olympic Gold Medalist Opens 9th Gym Focused on Joy

Four-time Olympic medalist Dominique Dawes is transforming gymnastics by opening her ninth academy in Georgia, creating spaces where young athletes build confidence instead of losing it. The first Black American woman to win an individual Olympic gymnastics medal now prioritizes emotional health over podiums.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read
Olympic Gold Medalist Opens Gymnastics Academy in Alpharetta
Community HeroesMar 7

Olympic Gold Medalist Opens Gymnastics Academy in Alpharetta

Dominique Dawes, member of the iconic 1996 "Magnificent Seven" Olympic team, just opened her eighth gymnastics academy in Alpharetta, bringing three decades of gold medal wisdom to metro Atlanta. This isn't just another gym—it's part of her mission to rebuild gymnastics from the ground up with kindness at its core.

Google News - Olympic Medal2 min read