Jordan Nelson

Jordan's journey in gymnastics began at a young age when he discovered his love for the sport at a birthday party. Despite trying other sports, his passion for gymnastics never wavered. In January 2020, he joined his first gymnastics recreation class, but the pandemic briefly interrupted his training. During this time, Jordan turned to YouTube for inspiration, watching videos of his favorite gymnasts such as Sam Makulik, Yul Moldauer, and Brody Malone, and Donnel Wittenberg, fueling his determination.

At 7 years old, Jordan joined the Level 3 Team at Metropolitan Gymnastics in Region 2, coached by Jocelyn Sultz. His dedication paid off when he achieved 2nd place AA in the Washington State Championship. After moving to San Antonio, Texas at 8 years old, Jordan continued his gymnastics journey at Powerhouse Gymnastics, where Coaches Ben, Glenn, and Elisia focused on honing his fundamental skills. With their guidance, Jordan mastered techniques such as back hand springs, pirouettes, flairs, and kips, leading to a 3rd Place AA finish in Region 3 during his Level 4 season.

Upon relocating to the Bay Area, California, Jordan found a new gymnastics home at Liberty Gymnastics, where he was coached by Diana Barboza and Eric Totman. Under their mentorship, Jordan thrived and formed a strong connection with Coach Eric, who inspired him with new possibilities. His teammates Trae Inuguai and Bryson Fung became his partners in progress, providing motivation and friendly competition. Throughout his Level 5 year, Jordan continued to evolve his skills, drawing inspiration from the strength, flexibility, and talent of fellow gymnasts in the region. Under Coach Eric's guidance and leadership, Jordan's potential shone brightly as he was placed in the USAG Future Stars program, where he excelled and secured a spot on the Future Star Development Team. During his Level 5 season, Jordan faced challenging skills but triumphed by clinching his first 1st Place AA Medal with an impressive total score of 63.0 at the Kazuki Nakamori Invitational. His success continued as he achieved 3rd place AA in the NCBGA Championship and earned a well-deserved spot on the NCBGA All-Star Team, further solidifying his remarkable gymnastics journey.

After his impressive achievements, Jordan proceeded to compete at the Regional 1 Championship, where he faced fierce competition and encountered a significant setback after a major fall on PBars. Despite the challenge, he demonstrated his resilience by securing 5th place AA in a tightly contested event. Additionally, Jordan showcased his skill and finesse by clinching 2nd place on Vault and High Bar, further highlighting his exceptional talent and determination in the face of adversity. To conclude his remarkable year, Jordan traveled to Colorado Springs to compete in the Future Star National Championship alongside Coach Eric. At just 10 years old, Jordan's outstanding performance and dedication earned him a coveted spot on the junior national team for future stars, marking a remarkable achievement in his gymnastics career. During his level 6 season, Jordan and Coach Eric had the heartwarming opportunity to reunite with his past coaches, Jocelyn, Ben, and Glenn. Their collective support and encouragement became evident as they cheered him on at HNI in Houston, Texas, creating a truly memorable and uplifting experience for Jordan as he continues to pursue excellence in gymnastics.