Meet our team
Meet Doug Lubking
Founder
Doug Lubking, founder and owner of Gym Quest, was selected to carry the Olympic torch in the 2002 Winter Olympic Games—a distinction that holds profound personal significance. Having recently recovered from Guillain-Barré syndrome and paralysis, Coach Doug was nominated and voted by peers nationwide through both the Coca-Cola and Chevrolet "Light the Fire Within" campaigns, recognizing individuals who embodied Olympic ideals through perseverance and dedication.
When informed he had been selected through both campaigns, Coach Doug humbly requested that Chevrolet award the second honor to the next recipient, asking to remain anonymous in the process. This gesture reflects the principles that guide Gym Quest: humility, integrity, and the belief that "You Never Know What You Can Do Until You Try."
Coach Doug's philosophy centers on the transformative power of gymnastics to build mental and physical strength, focus, determination, self-confidence, and organization—qualities that serve athletes throughout their lives, whether or not they pursue competitive gymnastics.
Meet Marley Midkiff
Director, Xcel Gold
Marley Midkiff brings over 26 years of gymnastics coaching experience to Gym Quest. Her passion for the sport ignited as a child after witnessing a double back flip on the trampoline—a moment that sparked a lifelong dedication to tumbling and athletic development.
Marley's career began at age sixteen at Richmond Olympiad, where she coached while pursuing her education. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Art Education from VCU while coaching competitive Level 4 gymnastics. Her professional journey has included teaching art and physical education, directing an acrobatics program at a dance studio in Amelia for eight years, and establishing a tumbling program at Guardian Christian Academy.
After a brief retirement, Marley returned to Gym Quest, drawn by the opportunity to work in a positive, growth-oriented environment. As Director and Co-Owner, she is committed to fostering athlete development in a supportive community that emphasizes both technical excellence and personal growth.
Kenys Lucena
Head Men’s Coach
Kenys Lucena is an internationally recognized gymnastics professional with over three decades of experience as an athlete, coach, and judge. Born in Maracaibo, Venezuela, he competed from 1989 to 1997, including service on the Venezuelan National Team in 1995.
Since transitioning to coaching in 1997, Kenys has developed athletes from foundational through elite levels, earning Coach of the Year honors from the Venezuelan Gymnastics Federation. He has coached national and international competitors, including athletes who qualified for Olympic Games and World Championships. From 2012 to 2015, he served as National Team Coach for Panama before joining Gym Quest in 2015.
Kenys holds extensive international credentials, including FIG Brevet Coach certification, FIG Academy certifications in Men's and Women's Artistic Gymnastics and Trampoline, and has served as an FIG International Brevet Judge since 2004 across six consecutive Olympic cycles. He is also a USA Gymnastics Certified Judge and Coach through 2026.
His coaching philosophy emphasizes technical precision, athlete safety, disciplined development, and adherence to international standards and ethical practices.
Jessica Gutierrez
Coach Level 4 & Optionals
I’m Jessica Gutierrez. I was born and raised in Mexico, where I started gymnastics at four years old. I began competing at the national level when I was nine and won my first national gold medal at ten. I continued qualifying for nationals for ten consecutive years, gaining valuable experience and a deep love for the sport.
When I was fifteen, I qualified for an international meet and had the opportunity to represent my country. In 2020, I received a full athletic scholarship to Utah State University, where I continued my gymnastics career while earning my degree in Marketing. I graduated in 2024 and began my coaching career shortly after.
Gymnastics has been a major part of my life, and I’m excited to share my experience and passion with the athletes I work with.
Crystal Neese
Coach
Crystal Neese is a gymnastics coach from Amelia County, Virginia, with approximately five years of experience in dance and tumbling instruction. Her own gymnastics journey began under the mentorship of Coach Marley Midkiff, with whom she trained for eleven years.
Crystal's coaching approach focuses on empowering young athletes to develop both technical skills and personal confidence. She is dedicated to creating an encouraging environment where students can reach their full potential as gymnasts and individuals.
Morgan Davis
Coach
Morgan is a former competitive gymnast who competed throughout high school and maintains a strong commitment to fitness and athletic development. Currently pursuing a career in cosmetology, she brings dedication and precision to her coaching.
Morgan's coaching philosophy emphasizes proper skill progressions and foundational technique. She is passionate about sharing her love of gymnastics and creating an environment where young athletes develop both skills and enthusiasm for the sport.
Luke Garcia
Coach
Luke began his athletic journey as a gymnast at Gym Quest before exploring other sports. After high school, he returned to Gym Quest in a coaching capacity, bringing his diverse athletic background to his instruction.
Currently a student at Virginia Commonwealth University, Luke also coaches at Swim RVA, where he works with competitive swimmers during summer programs. His multisport experience informs his versatile coaching approach at Gym Quest.
I have been coaching gymnastics for 35 years and have been with Gym Quest for 8 years. I have experience with all levels but currently coach the Xcel platinum group. I am a retired collegiate gymnast from Ithaca College. While in college was I the ECAC uneven bar champion and national competitor. I work full time as an exercise physiologist and enjoy spending time with my family and watching my son participate in his own sports activities.