Meet The Coaches

Director and Head Coach

Grace Lasslett

Meet Grace, our accomplished head coach. In her gymnastics career Grace achieved the all-around Gold at the 2016 Rhythmic Victorian Championships and successfully became the Runner-up in the ball category at the 2016 Australian Gymnastics Championships.

Outside Australia, Grace reached podiums in competitions across Japan, Malaysia, Italy, and France. She has also trained at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra. Grace and her team have also successfully trained and competed in Aesthetic Group Gymnastics bringing home multiple Gold medals in All-Around from Malaysia and Japan. From star athlete to influential coach, Grace inspires with her commitment to excellence in rhythmic and aesthetic group gymnastics.

Coach

Maria Chernyshova

Maria trained as a rhythmic gymnast in Russia and competed both individually and in groups at the Russian National Championships and international competitions and festivals. By the age of 16, she achieved the title of Master of Sport in Rhythmic Gymnastics.

​

In 2021, Maria began coaching rhythmic gymnastics and working as a dance instructor for children aged 4 to 16 in Australia. In guiding her students, Maria employs a student-centered approach, recognising each child's unique strengths and nurturing their potential. Committed to cultivating an inclusive and supportive environment, Maria ensures that young talents not only master their skills but also gain confidence in expressing themselves through the artistry of rhythmic and aesthetic gymnastics.

Coach

Yesenia Khmelnitsky

During her time as a rhythmic gymnast, Yesenia had the incredible honour of training alongside the Olympic team of 2024. Over the span of 12 years dedicated to the sport, Yesenia has proudly represented as a senior international gymnast, showcasing her skills at numerous competitions across the globe. Highlighting her competitive journey, Yesenia is privileged to have earned the title of Victorian State Champion consecutively from 2014 to 2023, a testament to years of hard work, dedication, and passion for rhythmic gymnastics.

Coach

Yelizaveta Smirnova

Over the past 11 years, Yelizaveta Smirnova has dedicated herself to rhythmic gymnastics, competing at a high level across Ukraine, France, and Malaysia. Her hard work on the international stage has led to some incredible opportunities and podium finishes.
One of the biggest highlights of her career was competing in the French Junior Championship, where she placed second. This achievement earned her a special invitation to do an internship with the French National Team, giving her the chance to train alongside some of the best gymnasts in the country.
Yelizaveta also traveled to the Junior East Asia Championship, where she had a very successful run, taking home one first-place and two second-place medals. Along with her time at the National Academy of Rhythmic Gymnastics (REA) in Malaysia, these experiences have given her a deep understanding of the sport and a true passion for everything she does on the carpet. 

Ballet Teacher

Krystina Botsvina

More coming soon...