Meet Our Dragon Crew

About Legacy Elite

Since day one, we at Legacy Elite Gymnastics have been dedicated to training beginner level gymnastics skills to world class athletes! Whether our athlete's goal is to learn a cartwheel or back flip, to competing in college, or international competitions, Legacy Elite has a class and program for every level.

We are the home of Olympians, World Champions, and Full Ride NCAA Scholarships!

We are the ONLY gymnastics center in Illinois with USA National Team Members, Olympic, and World medalists!

AWARDED 2022 Region 5 CLUB OF THE YEAR & 2024 BEST CLUB IN ILLINOIS!
(Region 5 consists of: Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio!)

OUR FOUNDERS

Jiani and Yuejiu have been coaching gymnastics for over 35 years. They have coached the National Team in the USA, China, and Canada. They first met when they were both National team members at the Chinese National training center. They started dating after the 1984 Olympics and got married in 1986. Legacy Elite is a world renowned training center ran by a family who have love and passion for kids and the sport of gymnastics. With elite level of knowledge, passion for the sport & helping gymnasts reach their max potential, Legacy Elite has been one of the top clubs in the country!

Coach Jiani

US National Team Member coach
Team USA International Elite Committee
IL State TOPs Coordinator
2013 Region 5 JO Coach of the Year
2012 Elite Coach of the Year
2010-11 USA Team -World's Assistant Coach
2007 Region 5 Junior Olympic Coach of the Year
1984 OLYMPIC GAMES – China Bronze Medal Team
1981 Worlds 2nd place Team competition, the Chinese women’s first World Championships medal
Five-time Chinese National Champion
Chinese national team 1977-1985

Team Head Coach & Owner

Coach Yuejiu

US National Team Member Coach
2014 Inducted into INTERNATIONAL GYMNASTICS HALL OF FAME
2013 Region 5 Junior Olympic Coach of the Year
2012 Region 5 Elite Coach of the Year
2008 Chinese Women’s & Men’s Coordinator for the GOLD medal winning OLYMPIC team
2007 World’s Gold Medal Chinese team Coach
1984 OLYMPIC GAMES – Silver Medal Men’s team
1981 World Championships - China’s first male World Champion placing 1st on floor
Chinese national team member for over 10 years

Team Head Coach

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Our Passion for Excellence

Experience the grace and strength of gymnastics at My Site. Our dedicated coaches are committed to helping you achieve your goals. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned athlete, we offer programs tailored to your skill level. Join our supportive community and unleash your full potential. Stay tuned for exciting updates and events. Get ready to soar to new heights with us!