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About Me

Hi, I’m Francesca—a proud mum to my little gymnast, Kate, and a woman who somehow manages to juggle more hats than a circus performer! As the owner of GymStars, SweetPeas, D-Impact, Director of Sunlive Malta and S-Lab International, and an International Judge (with an MBA tucked under my arm for good measure), I’ve definitely been around the gymnastics block… and fallen off it a few times!


I’ve seen the thrill of the first backflip, the challenge of mastering routines, and the joy that comes with seeing young gymnasts push their limits. That’s exactly why I created this space—to help parents like you navigate the crazy, sparkly world of gymnastics. From practical advice to hilarious insights, I’m here to make your journey as rewarding as that moment when your gymnast finally sticks the landing (and doesn’t faceplant).


As part of this, I’ll be creating products designed to make life easier for you and support your gymnast’s journey. So, let’s lift those little champions beyond the mat—one flip, one snack break, and one perfectly packed gym bag at a time!


Blog Posts

The Saga Continues…
You know that moment when you sit down, take a deep breath, and suddenly realize how exhausted you are? That’s me right now. Absolutely. Wiped. Out.Between running a club, judging courses, competitions, and keeping up with the endless demands of gymn...
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New Year, New Goals… and Gymnastics Gear That’s Taking Over My Life
Well, 2025 has arrived—and let me tell you, it didn’t tiptoe in quietly. Nope, it kicked down the door, dumped a pile of work on my desk, and reminded me that those “New Year, New Me” resolutions? Yeah, they don’t happen by themselves. Work: 1, Fran:...
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Why Every Gymnast Needs a Floor Beam at Home (Yes, Even Yours!)
Let me guess—your little gymnast can’t stop pretending the floor is a balance beam. They’re tiptoeing across couch cushions, leaping over imaginary lines, and occasionally crashing into furniture like it’s part of their routine. Sound familiar? I’ve ...
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Welcome to Beyond the Mat – Your Guide to Nurturing Your Young Gymnast’s Potential!
Hello there, gymnastics parents!First off, a warm welcome to Beyond the Mat! I’m Francesca—mum to my little gymnast, Kate, and someone who’s juggled more roles than I care to admit! As a former gymnast myself, an entrepreneur, and the owner of severa...
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