History

Once upon a time...................

Born Chanél Dominiqué Parsons on 08 July 1992 at 17:35, weight 3.0kg.

Started gymnastics at the tender age of 4 years, to join my sister in an activity.

My mom was a very good gymnast, but did not get the right backing (from family and coaches) and opportunities (only did gym at school). She vowed that me and my sister would get all the support she and my dad could muster for whichever sport we tried. This has obviously benefitted me and my sister.

My mom was quite an athlete at school (some of her records still stand). She unfortunately gave up her sports to have me and my sister. She still does weight and fitness training.

My dad is also quite a sportsman. He did all sports at school (rugby, soccer, tennis, etc.) he also had the opportunity to go to England to play football, but declined for various reasons. He now races superbikes, click on the EmTek Racing button to see his web page.

My sister is Tanita Adjani Parsons - she is exceptionally good at gymnastics, but does not enjoy competitions. She is a multiple Gauteng and SA Champion at many levels. Click on her button to the right and that will take you to her web page.

I started my gym carreer at age 4 at Alberton Gymnastics club.

I got some great results at my first competitions and some people noticed (including my parents) that I may have some talent.

During 1999, I left Alberton Gymnastics Club to join Visions Academy of Gymnastics (as Alberton handed me over to try to fulfill my potential).

Click on my achievements button to view my acheivements.