Q & A

WHEN AND WHY DID YOU START TRAINING ?
I have participated and been successful in various sports from a very young age. Although I participated in team sports throughout school, it became evident that I was very competitive and excelled at individual sports.

It was then that I began to look beyond what school sports had to offer and got involved in gymnastics.  I became very committed to this sport,  and I have been well rewarded for my efforts.

WHO OR WHAT MOTIVATES YOU ?
I have many sporting personalities that motivate me, for various reasons.Amongst them are Lance Armstrong for his amazing courage, Haile Gebre Selassie for his success against all odds, but Gregory Alcan of France is my ultimate motivation, because he is the 9x World Champion of my sport and I am very priviledged to say that he has assisted with my coaching and has been a great mentor.

Physically, long hours of training rewards us with great results, this motivates me to work hard every day.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOURSELF ?
I would describe myself as someone that makes the most out of every opportunity that is presented to me. I like to learn something new every day and I am passionate about sports, both as a competitor and a spectator.

WHO IS YOUR BIGGEST INFLUENCE ?
I am lucky enough to have several people that have influenced me, and have helped me to achieve my goals.I owe a lot to Tammy Johnson, who introduced me to Aerobic Gymnastics, and has given me a love for the sport and a strong grounding.

I am currently coached by Emelda Botha, Clive Naidoo and Anne Cameron-Smith. I cannot imagine what my training would be without their expertise, knowledge and motivation.

WHAT ARE YOUR SPORTING GOALS IN THE NEXT YEAR ?
To regain my titles and to have a successful World Championship.

WHAT ARE YOUR SPORTING GOALS IN THE NEXT 5 YEARS ?
To keep focused and to gain top honours internationally, in the ‘TRIO’ section, which is a new challenge for me in Aerobic Gymnastics.

WHAT 3 WORDS BEST DESCRIBE YOU ?
Fun, Hardworking, Resilient.