Coaching Opportunities

Founder / Coach 

Lena is the founder of Origami Rhythmics Gymnastics Club. She has over 15 years of experience working as a choreographer & coach of recreational, performance and  competitive level programs. Lena is an accredited coach, who continues to take part in raising Provincial and National level Gymnasts. Her passion in working with kids truly shows through her gymnasts aspiring characters and their achievements both inside and outside of Origami. Lena holds the title of Master of Sport in figure skating - the skill which has helped her with easy transition into the Sport of Rhythmic Gymnastics, and teach the work ethic to the kids of what it means to be successful. From a young age Lena took Ukrainian folk dancing classes, elements from which she uses today, to enrich her athlete's gymnastics routines with.

Head Coach/NCCP Level 2

Betty holds a Physical Education & Coaching Degree from Bulgarian National Sports Academy.

With over 30 years of coaching experience Betty has raised and continues to coach many Provincial and National level Canadian gymnasts. The gymnasts are very inspired to be coached by an instructor of Betty's caliber. She serves a great role model to all her athletes.

Prior to pursuing her coaching carrier in Canada Betty has raised many National level gymnasts in Bulgaria. Coached  by T. Shishkova Betty earned 4 gold medals from University level competitions.

Coach NCCP Level 2

Former National Level Gymnast  

Annie comes from a background in Rhythmic Gymnastics. She joined the world of Rhythmic Gymnastics at just 5 years old, and grew up to be a National Level Gymnast. She represented team BC at Canadian National events from 2008 to 2012. Annie has been coaching the young Recreational level gymnasts for over 8 years and has an incredible ability to connect with the kids. Annie’s personality and passion for gymnastics inspires the kids. She also has a unique way of making the kids feel comfortable, and they’re always thrilled to join her class.

Guest Coach 

Former Ukrainian National Rhythmic Gymnastics Team Member  

Kateryna brings a world class coaching experience to Origami Rhythmics. Prior to joining Origami as a full time coach, she has coached and provided master classes for Gymnasts all over the world, including South Korea, Cyprus, USA, and most recently in China  - where she helped prepare the Chinese National team for the 14th National Games. Kateryna loves coaching young gymnasts and sharing her athletic experience with the new generation of Rhythmic gymnasts.  Some of Kateryna's personal athletic achievements include: 

• Silver medalist of the 2017 World Varsity for Rhythmic Gymnastics in the clubs routine
• Bronze medalist of the 2017 World Varsity for Rhythmic Gymnastics in the hoop routine
• 11-time champion of the All-Ukrainian Varsity in 2015, 2017 & 2019

NCCP Level 1 Coach 

Former National Level Gymnast  

"I have been a gymnast for over 11 years, and I have grown to love the sport through competing in national and international tournaments. Rhythmic gymnastics is an elegant sport characterized by nuances of artistry, flexibility, and dance. As a coach, I strive to help my gymnasts explore these many facets of rhythmic gymnastics and foster the same fascination I have for this exciting sport. I am dedicated to helping kids reach their full potential while making incredible memories and learning valuable life lessons along the way."

Coach NCCP Level 1   

Former National Level gymnast   

“What I love about the sport is how dynamic and musical it is, and the fact that it's always evolving. After retiring as a National Athlete in 2018, I decided to stay in this fascinating sport and dedicate myself to working with children and upcoming gymnasts. My favourite part of working with young kids is that I get the joy from seeing them grow, get more confident, and celebrating their small victories.”