“Each of us has a fire in our hearts for something. It’s our goal in life to find it and keep it lit,” once said Mary Lou Retton, the first American woman to win an Olympic individual all-around gold medal. Gymnastics as a sport possesses the remarkable ability to kindle such a passion within individuals.

It’s a sport renowned for consistently pushing boundaries and captivating countless hearts. In this world where greatness often springs from humble beginnings, a rising Idaho star is ready to make her name in gymnastics.

A 13-year-old gymnastics prodigy from Idaho aims for the stars

According to the Idaho County Free Press, Marjorie Remacle, a 13-year-old girl from Cottonwood, eats, sleeps, and breathes gymnastics. Marjorie got interested in gymnastics when she was 5 years old after going to an open gym with her uncle. She used to flip off the couch even before that. Remacle started taking gymnastics lessons at age 7 and now practices more than 10 hours a week.

She’s part of a traveling and competition team called Platinum at 360 Gymnastics. She has received numerous awards, both as part of her team and on her own. Marjorie shares, “The best feeling in the world is sticking a landing — off the balance beam, or floor, or the bars. It’s just such a great experience.” But how does Marjorie manage to balance her burgeoning gymnastics career with her academic pursuits?

How does she juggle her studies and gymnastics?

To balance both her passions and her education, Marjorie goes to an online school called Connections, which gives her a flexible schedule. Her family’s setup allows her to train at the gym in Clarkston three times a week. This setup allows her to engage in three-hour sessions every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, alongside occasional visits to 360 Gymnastics. She remarks, “I’ve definitely learned a lot about responsibility and time management”.

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Besides gymnastics, Marjorie participates in track and field, 4-H, and dance. Moreover, in addition to her busy schedule, she also has two part-time jobs. Contemplating her future aspirations, she admits she is not sure what she wants to do but says, “I know I’ll always be involved in gymnastics; if I’m not actively participating myself, I will be coaching.”

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