Meet Our Coaches


Coach "MK" Coach MK (Mary Kathryn) is a South Carolina native who now resides in Hanahan with her two year old daughter and husband. Mary Kathryn, an avid sports fan who has always been active with children, is thrilled to be able to share her love of sports with kids all over Charleston. Her favorite thing about being a JumpBunch franchise owner and coach is being able to combine her love of kids and her love of sports and fitness into one great career! On the weekends, you'll find this coach cheering on her favorite college team--the South Carolina Gamecocks!	Coach Meredith Coach Meredith, an owner of JumpBunch, originally studied to become a teacher, but was wooed away by the corporate world during graduate school. She is thrilled to finally be able to offer JumpBunch classes to kids in the Charleston community! Coach Meredith enjoys skiing, tennis, and cheering on her Alma Mater, Auburn University. What is Coach Meredith's favorite thing about teaching JumpBunch classes? "The visible joy and pride in a child's eyes when they accomplish a new skill!" Coach Meredith resides in Summerville with her husband of 7 years and her 3 year old daughter.
Coach Megan (Mt. Pleasant, W. Ashley, James Island, John's Island) Coach Megan is so eager to be a part of the JumpBunch team! She is a graduate of Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania where she received a Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education. She is originally from Pennsylvania and just moved to Charleston a few months ago. She has a passion for working with children, admires the enthusiasm children possess while learning new things, and loves watching children grow as they reach their greatest goals!
Coach Allison, Senior Coach (Summerville, Goose Creek, North Charleston, Mt Pleasant) Coach Allison grew up in the Charleston area, and recently moved back after graduation from the University of South Carolina. Allison holds a bachelor's degree in sport management, with an emphasis on youth and family recreation. Previous to coming to work for JumpBunch, Coach Allison spent time as a tumbling instructor and soccer coach and her favorite thing about working with children, is sharing in their excitement when they are learning new things! When Coach Allison is not teaching JumpBunch, she may be running, hiking, or kayaking.	Coach Laura (West Ashley, James Island, Johns Island, Mt. Pleasant), Marketing Representative Coach Laura is so excited to be a part of the JumpBunch team! She is a graduate from Auburn University and has lived in Charleston for the past 2 1/2 years. Currently, she is a student at the Graduate School of the College of Charleston pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching. She adores being around children in a high energy, fast paced environment and thrives on the excitement of a child grasping a new concept or trying an activity for the first time. JumpBunch is such a great fit for Laura because it encompasses so many of her interests— the education of children, fitness & nutrition, and a love for sports. A few of her favorite activities include attending the horse races in her hometown of Lexington, Kentucky, spending the day on Sullivan's Island at the beach, cheering on her favorite teams at sporting events, trying out new restaurants with friends, and being a tourist in her own town.
Coach Frances (Mt. Pleasant, Johns Island, James Island, Downtown) Coach Frances is a very outgoing and energetic person who loves to always be active! She is a welcome member of our Coaching staff and our JumpBunchers are always thrilled to see her happy face each week! Coach Frances is a sports enthusiast and travels all over the US with her Ultimate Frisbee team! Frances studied at North Carolina State University and says, "I love teaching sports to kids and am super excited about working at Jump Bunch!"	Coach Jenni (Camp Counselor and Substitute Coach) We welcomed Coach Jenni this summer, also known as "Mrs. K" during the school year by her Kindergarteners at Newington Elementary. Jenni just finished her sixth year teaching! She graduated from Augusta State University in May 2005 with a degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education and is originally from Charleston. She is an enthusiastic and fun Camp Counselor during the summer and a terrific substitute Coach during the school year and we are thrilled to have her on board!

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