The Delta Aspire Program is home to some of the club’s most dedicated and accomplished athletes.
Competing across the ALP Level 7–10, Developing International and Senior International divisions, these gymnasts train with the goal of representing their club, state and country at the highest levels of the sport. Their success is built on years of commitment, resilience, teamwork and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.
At Delta, we believe it is not only what we do, but the way we do it. Our Core Values guide everything we do and help shape not only successful athletes, but exceptional young people. We are incredibly proud of the leaders within our Aspire Performance Program who bring these values to life each and every day, both inside and outside the gym.
As many of these athletes prepare to represent Queensland at the 2026 Australian Gymnastics Championships, we invite you to get to know them a little better.
Name: Anika Sands
Age: 11
Level: 8
Years in Gymnastics: 6
What are you most looking forward to at Australian Championships?
Competing as part of Team Queensland and meeting people from other gyms.
Looking back, what are you most proud of in your gymnastics journey so far?
Getting my first kip and my flick layout on beam.
What’s your go-to post-training snack?
Sushi.
A goal you’re chasing right now?
A consistent pivot and stalder on bars.
What motivates you on the hard days?
My gym friends, the tours each year and learning new skills.
What has gymnastics taught you outside of the gym?
To never give up and to keep trying.
Something people might not know about you?
I have an older brother and an older sister.
What do you love most about Team Delta?
The coaches, the huge gyms and the air-conditioned strength room.
What would your teammates say you’re famous for?
Hmm…this is tricky! I think they’d say I am hardworking.
Who has had the biggest impact on your gymnastics journey and why?
My friends and my coaches because they always encourage me to try hard things.
One message for your fellow Delta teammates heading to Nationals?
Believe in yourself, stay calm and compete exactly the way you train.
