Samantha Blaies has dedicated more than 15 years to coaching gymnastics, working with athletes at every level including Compulsory, Xcel, and Optionals, and guiding many through Level 10. A former Region 5 gymnast herself, she also served as team director for a decade and has helped 10+ athletes continue their athletic and academic journeys at the collegiate level. Samantha joined Full Out in 2024, bringing her passion and experience to the recruiting team.

She is a USA Gymnastics professional member and certified meet director. Sam earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in exercise physiology from Kent State University and currently works as an exercise physiologist in cardiac rehabilitation at the Cleveland Clinic.

Living in Cleveland, Ohio with her husband, son, and pup, Sam continues to cherish the sport of gymnastics and is committed to helping athletes find the right school and program that align with their goals. Her greatest joy comes from watching her athletes achieve their dreams of competing at the collegiate level.

Living in Tremont with her husband, son and pup, Samantha continues to cherish gymnastics and is passionate about helping athletes find the right school and program that aligns with their needs. Her experience of seeing her athletes achieve their dreams of continuing gymnastics at the collegiate level has fueled this passion.