WILLIAMSBURG GYMNASTICS - Key Persons


Brett Lydon

Job Titles:
  • Coach
  • Men 's Team Program Director
Coach Brett is originally from Pennsylvania and started doing gymnastics when he was seven years old. Brett earned his Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Wheaton College Conservatory of Music and his Master of Music in Vocal Performance from the University of Kansas.

Cindy Walker

Job Titles:
  • Administrative Director
  • Owner
Cindy grew up in Virginia Beach and received her degrees in Music Therapy and Music Education from Radford University. She worked as a music therapist for nine years in the Virginia Beach City Public Schools before coming to Williamsburg. She also earned her Masters of Education from Regent University and is ABD (all but dissertation) for her Doctorate in Education/Staff Development. In 2013, Cindy received the Richard M. Aronson Special Service Award from the NCAA for her work with the W&M Men's Gymnastic Team.

Katy Dixon

Job Titles:
  • Coach
  • Women 's Team Program Director
Coach Katy is a former Level 9 gymnast from Northern Virginia. She was the Level 7 All-Around State Champion and National Team Member as well as a Level 8 Floor Champion and Regional Team Member. Katy has also earned multiple all-district and county high school titles.

Pete Walker

Job Titles:
  • Coach
  • Owner & Gym Director
Coach Pete has over 30 years of competitive gymnastics and coaching experience. He began his gymnastics career in Virginia Beach, then received a scholarship to compete for the College of William & Mary for four years. He is one of four gymnasts at William & Mary to achieve the remarkable distinction of ranking in the all-time top 10 on every event during their college career. He also ranked first in W&M's all-time parallel bar records, third on high bar, fourth in all-around, eighth on floor exercise, rings, and vault, and tenth on pommel horse.