Meet The Team

Hi, I am Maia, I grew up in Auckland, New Zealand, where I competed in gymnastics for over 12 years. During that time I was lucky enough to represent New Zealand at World Cups and World Championships, win three New Zealand National titles, and later continue my gymnastics career at Utah State University.

After moving to La Grande with my husband and our two boys, I was surprised there wasn't a gymnastics club here. Gymnastics was my whole life growing up and I had heard there were girls in need of gymnastics classes.That's how Elevate Gymnastics began.

My goal has always been simple: to create a place where kids can learn gymnastics, challenge themselves, and discover what they're capable of. I want every gymnast to feel proud of what they achieve, whether it's their first cartwheel or a skill they've been working on for months. Nothing is better than seeing their face when all the hard work finally pays off.

Hi, My name is Bailey Hilkey and I am currently attending EOU for Elementary Education. I am from Hood River Or, and was a former gymnast from The Dalles Or. I started competing when I was 12 and continued on until my senior year. I competed starting at the compulsory levels then transitioned into the xcel program. I love teaching kids gymnastics because it holds me close to something I love, and it’s an opportunity to share that love with another kid and hope that they feel it in return.