Opelika Trampoline and Tumbling, a program with Opelika Parks & Recreation, specializes in competitive and recreational trampoline and power tumbling training. OTT conducts year round training programs for athletes from the pre-school through the elite level. OTT also offers training in cheerleading for squads and individuals. Cheer-prep classes have been designedto help athletes who are trying out for the first time. Additionally, OTT offers trampoline and tumbling training for athletes in other sports (skateboarding, skiing, diving, etc).

Valeri began coaching in the Auburn/Opelika area in 1988. Ben joined the program in 1994 and has taken the lead role in developing our athletes. In 1997, OTT had two athletes make the US Trampoline and Tumbling Team: Jeffery Holloway and Brandon Clearman. In 1998, OTT was also well represented on the US Trampoline and Tumbling Team by Greg Ledbetter and Bridget Davis. Bridget won the title of World Tumbling Champion. In 2004, four athletes competed at the Silinsky Cup in Russia and Belarus: Paevriel Lautrec, Whitney Ramey, Beth Mowery, and Trent Simmons. We have had numerous athletes qualify and compete in the Junior Olympic National Championship meet each year. OTT is conviently located in East Central Alabama.

In addition to Ben and Valeri, Opelika Trampoline and Tumbling's professional staff consists of two other coaches.

Ben White - Head Coach

Valeri White - Competitive Team Coach

Trent Simmons - Recreational & CompetitiveTeam Coach, USA Team Member to Russia/Belarus

Jennie Melnick - Recreational Coach

Beth Mowery - Pre-School Coach, National Champion, USA Team Member Russia/Belarus