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Emma Gurien
Emma Gurien
Title: Head Cheer & Dance Coach
Phone: 4176678181 ext 2239
Phone: ext 2239
Email: egurien@cottey.edu

Emma is in her 2nd year Coaching Cheer & Dance at Cottey College

Coach Gurien brings a diverse approach of experience to Cottey. Gurien is currently in her second year as Head Coach for the competitive cheer and dance teams.

Coach Gurien was a Division 1 competitive cheerleader at the University of Memphis where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with minors in Child Development and Healthcare in the Society. Gurien then went on to earn a Master’s degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology through Springfield College in Massachusetts. Through her Master’s degree, Coach Gurien is a Mental Performance Coach who works with athletes to develop increased mental toughness and overall well-being in sport and life. Gurien is currently working towards her Certification of becoming a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC).

Coach Gurien has experience in teaching youth gymnastics and tumbling classes as well as doing volunteer coaching with youth and high school level cheer teams.