Virginia, fondly known as VA by its residents, is a rather magical state. You see, it's nestled snugly between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains. It's a land of contrasts, with sandy beaches, high mountains, bustling cities, and quiet countryside all rolled into one. But the most fascinating part of VA isn't its geography, nor its history. It's the gravity-defying, back flipping, ever-twirling kids who participate in the spectacular sport of gymnastics! In every little town and big city of VA, you'll find these super kids, practicing their routines with as much dedication as a squirrel hoarding acorns for winter. From Roanoke to Richmond, from Norfolk to Newport News, these kids are flipping, bouncing, twisting, and twirling with an energy that would put even the Energizer Bunny to shame. And let's introduce you to their imaginary mentor, Tumble McFlip, a character as funny as his name suggests. Tumble is a top-hatted, mustachioed, former circus ringmaster who mysteriously ended up in VA. Tumble McFlip, with his enormous shoes, delights in teaching these young gymnasts all the tricks and flips he learned during his days in the circus. He can often be seen tripping over his own gigantic shoes, much to the amusement of the kids. Tumble McFlip's favorite saying is, "In gymnastics, as in life, it's important to bounce back after a fall!" With a wink of his twinkling eyes and a mischievous grin, he teaches VA's gymnastics-loving kids that winning isn't everything; instead, it's the effort, the fun, and the spirit of trying again that really counts. Virginia, with its gymnastics-obsessed kids and their hilariously entertaining mentor, Tumble McFlip, truly is a state full of laughter, determination, and somersaulting fun.