Gymnastics definitely runs in the Biles genes! Simone Biles‘ niece, Ronni, aka “Baby Biles,” is the latest addition to the sport. “Usually you start in ‘mommy and me’ classes or as soon as you can walk,” once shared Simone Biles. While her TT began gymnastics at the age of 6—which is considered a bit late in the gymnastics world—Ronni’s family has made sure to keep things safe and fun for her as she gets an early start. At just over a year and a half old, she’s already had a head start on her elite career since joining the family-owned gym WCC in Texas.

Watching her aunt Simone Biles book her ticket to a third Olympics has only deepened her love for gymnastics. In an Instagram post, Sammi Biles, Simone’s sister-in-law, shared adorable pictures of the tiny tot on the spring floor at the World Champions Centre in Texas, owned by her grandparents and Simone’s parents, Ronald and Nellie Biles.

Dressed in a GK Elite leotard, Ronni was performing a floor routine. Sammi, expressing her love for the sport at such a young age, marveled, “the way she is so intrigued w/ this sport at such a young age is so special for many reasons.” Sammi continued, “WCC’s littlest elite /honorary member kidding but ahhh so adorable.” Sammi isn’t the only one calling Ronni an elite gymnast already.

Even Simone Biles, back in May, shared the news. During a visit to the WCC, where Simone and other Team USA members train, the 7-time Olympic medalist proudly announced on Instagram, “WCC’s newest elite team member, my niece Ronni.” It’s clear that Ronni, like her TT Simone Biles, is obsessed with the sport. But did you know she chooses it over playtime and regular baby activities?

Fueling the family’s next Simone Biles? Baby Biles is on her way!

Even before turning one, Baby Biles showed her passion for gymnastics early on. Once she was even seen trying to pull herself up on the crib’s rings, with her mom capturing the moment and writing, “Watching TT and wanting to be like her.” Her family has been supportive from the start, taking her to the US Gymnastics Championships in 2023 when she was just nine months old. For her first birthday, she received a biography of her aunt Simone Biles, and she even has matching leotards like TT’s.

During the 2024 Xfinity US Gymnastics Championships and the US Olympic trials, Ronni was right there, soaking it all in. On the Fourth of July, Sammi Biles, Simone Biles’ sister-in-law, shared a sweet video of Baby Biles enjoying the holiday, glued to the TV re-watching the US Olympic gymnastics trials. Ronni eagerly mimicked her aunt Simone’s moves with raised hands and a little jump.

Sammi playfully captioned the moment, “She loves a TT ‘stick it’ 😂” Sammi also shared, “Anyone else’s 1.5-year-old skipping cartoons for @USAGym?! Or just ours 😆 not complaining one bit.” As we reflect on how the Biles family is fueling Ronni Biles’ gymnastics dreams, it’s wholesome to see this love gently guiding her into the sport. What do you think about Baby Biles following in the footsteps of Simone Biles? Share in the comments below!