As she works her way back from an Achilles injury that postponed her senior elite debut to 2026, Tyler Turner remains focused, resilient, and dreaming big—2028 Olympics big. The WOGA gymnast has already overcome major setbacks on her journey, including Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare neurological condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the nerves. With a U.S. Classic floor title in 2024, junior elite experience under her belt, and NCAA aspirations on the horizon, Turner shares her goals, inspirations, and what drives her both on and off the mat.
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Club gym: WOGA
College team: Not committed
Hometown: Bay Area, California
How did you first fall in love with gymnastics?
When I was in daycare, I liked to try to learn new flips with my friends in the yard or learn skills I found on YouTube. I had been asking my parents to let me do gymnastics for a while, and then I got Guillain-Barré. After recovering from Guillain-Barré is when my parents finally put me in gymnastics at the age of seven.
What has been the highlight of your gymnastics career so far?
I definitely have more than one, but my main highlight was when I was able to compete in the Jesolo Trophy international competition. The week before…
