The academy
Pourquoi Gemmez?
We believe every athlete is like a precious stone — unique, brilliant, able to shine in her own way. The “Z” is our signaturefrom A to Z, with structure, care and intention, at every step.
Le nom se prononce « jem », comme le mot gemme.
International
Competed on the international stage
Elite
Trained in a world-class elite program
2019 award
Borough coach of excellence
Quebec & East
Athletes led to championship titles
McGill
B.A. in psychology
NCCP certified
National Coaching Certification Program
Your coach, your partner on the way to excellence
Built by someone who lived this path
Je suis Maori Murciano, founder and head coach of Gemmez. From elite athlete to coach, it is a whole journey that shapes every class.
Elite training
Trained in one of theelite programs de gymnastique rythmique au monde.
International stage
Competing on the international stage.
The injury
On the rise toward the highest level, anearly injury ended my competitive career.
The move into coaching
That chapter shaped how I coach:athletes who doubted themselves became Quebec and Eastern champions.
2019 award
Coach of excellence de l'arrondissement.
Today · Gemmez
Un B.A. in psychology (McGill) and a NCCP certification in the service of an academy built on sport science and human development.
Maori MurcianoFounder & head coach · B.A. Psychology (McGill) · NCCP certified
Our values
Three principles, in every class
Every gem is different
We never compare athletes to each other - only to their own progress.
The mind is part of the body
Psychology and sport science in every class.
A clear path to grow
From first class to first competition, a structure that grows with your child.
Our philosophy
“Every child who walks into Gemmez is already a gem. My role — and this academy’s — is simply to help that gem shine.”
- Maori Murciano
Every gem is welcome
Whatever the experience, there's a place for your gem.
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