JERSEY VILLAGE — Dominique Dawes is opening the first Texas location of her Dominique Dawes Academy in Jersey Village on May 30, 2026. The new facility will offer gymnastics and ninja-style training programs for children as young as 18 months through high school age.

Dawes, a three-time Olympian and Olympic gold medalist, was a member of the gold-medal winning U.S. women's gymnastics team at the 1996 Summer Olympics and also won bronze medals at the 1992, 1996, and 2000 Olympic Games. "Jersey Village is a very family-centered community," said Dawes, founder of Dominique Dawes Academy. "We are so excited to open our doors here and create a space where kids feel encouraged, supported, and inspired to grow."

The academy’s programs focus on skill development, confidence-building, and character development and are led by certified coaches and an experienced management team. Adam Zeitsiff, CEO of Dominique Dawes Academy, said, "Our goal is to create spaces where kids feel safe to take risks, learn from setbacks, and ultimately find their own success." He added, "Opening in Jersey Village allows us to become part of a close-knit community while offering families a high-quality, values-driven option for youth fitness." The Dominique Dawes Academy has set a goal of reaching 50 academy locations nationwide within the next five years.

Early registration for the Jersey Village location is open at a fee of $10, a discount from the regular $75 registration fee. Early registrants receive priority access to class schedules and enrollment, invitations to private pre-opening classes, and a VIP pass to the Grand Opening Celebration, where families can meet Dominique Dawes in person. They will also have an opportunity to join a live virtual meet-and-greet with Dawes.