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Victoria Reznik accepting her sister's Algelika Reznik GO Life Time Membership Award (2019) as Elite Athlete ❤️

Svetlana Joukova, Kalev Estienne Head Coach and Evelyn Koop, Kalev Estienne Founder accompanied her.

HIGH PERFORMANCE TEAM 2018

Hannah WALTER / Senior HP

Athena TSALTAS / National Senior

Anna-Marie ONDAATJE / National Senior 

Stephania METEDBAYEVA / Junior HP

Alina PERFILEVA / National Junior

Ki-Uhn Joy YI / National Junior

Tiffany ZHAO / National Junior

Whitney CAO / National Junior

Jasmine TANG / National Novice (till March 2018)

Sonya LA PENNA / Provincial level 

Monica LA PENNA / Provincial level 

A WORD FROM SOME OF OUR PAST CHAMPIONS

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Ashley J. Hassard, Former Kalev Gymnast and AGG Champion "It's a little ridiculous to think of the incredible impact that Kalev, and specifically Evelyn Koop, has had on my life. Being able to be a part of a team of strong, independent, and

Ashley J. Hassard, Former Kalev Gymnast and AGG Champion

"It's a little ridiculous to think of the incredible impact that Kalev, and specifically Evelyn Koop, has had on my life. Being able to be a part of a team of strong, independent, and dedicated young women from such a young age definitely elevated my sense of self and overall life potential. The drive and passion I was exposed to through being a member of Kalev at the World Championships inspired me in countless ways and the focus and relentless work ethic they instilled in me absolutely played a huge role in making me who I am today." 

Irina S., former Kalev champion "Kalev has opened up a world of opportunities for me , from gymnastics to personal development to my modelling career. Over the year Kalev and Mrs Koop in particular has become like a family to me."  

Irina S., former Kalev champion
"Kalev has opened up a world of opportunities for me , from gymnastics to personal development to my modelling career. Over the year Kalev and Mrs Koop in particular has become like a family to me." 

Christina K, former Kalev Gymnast and AGG Champion "Our team at Kalev was like a family. There would be change year after year but no matter what we gymnasts, the coaches, and Mrs. Koop would always be a tight-knit group. Kalev brought everyone to

Christina K, former Kalev Gymnast and AGG Champion
"Our team at Kalev was like a family. There would be change year after year but no matter what we gymnasts, the coaches, and Mrs. Koop would always be a tight-knit group. Kalev brought everyone together and gave me experiences that can never be matched. I still smile when I think about the times we all laughed through tough trainings, the amazing trips we got to take, and the opportunity to represent Canada at the World Championships. I'll always be thankful for the incredible and irreplaceable memories and lifelong friendships Kalev brought to my life."

Rosie C., former Kalev Campion and Olympian "It was always so inspiring to see that one woman was able to inflict such power and direction for the Rhythmic Gymnastics movement in Canada. Evelyn Koop is an incredibly passionate and driven individ

Rosie C., former Kalev Campion and Olympian
"It was always so inspiring to see that one woman was able to inflict such power and direction for the Rhythmic Gymnastics movement in Canada. Evelyn Koop is an incredibly passionate and driven individual and her work is the very essence of the development of RG and AGG in Canada. Furthermore, miss Koop holds a special place in my heart for always supporting me and for believing I could make it to the very highest level of competition, since the very beginning of my career."

Carolyn H., former Kalev Champion "When I think of what Mrs Koop has accomplished and what she brought to my life, 2 characteristics come to mind: her passion and tenacity that influences a breadth of opportunities. Thanks to her, I've gotten to

Carolyn H., former Kalev Champion
"When I think of what Mrs Koop has accomplished and what she brought to my life, 2 characteristics come to mind: her passion and tenacity that influences a breadth of opportunities. Thanks to her, I've gotten to see more of the world, perform on international stages, and meet some amazing coaches, choreographers and talented gymnasts. I'm proud to say that my first career in RG, AGG and coaching wouldn't have been possible without Mrs Koop." 

Victoria Reznik "Mrs. Koop is the sweetest and most unique person I know. She makes me smile and she make me laugh. She always took me in with open arms and I could not be any more thankful."

Victoria Reznik
"Mrs. Koop is the sweetest and most unique person I know. She makes me smile and she make me laugh. She always took me in with open arms and I could not be any more thankful."

Stephanie K., Former AGG Champion "Mrs. Koop has changed my life by inspiring me to always work hard towards the things I desire. Her hard work is what drove Kalev to become the largest rhythmic gymnastics club in North America. Her dedication is

Stephanie K., Former AGG Champion

"Mrs. Koop has changed my life by inspiring me to always work hard towards the things I desire. Her hard work is what drove Kalev to become the largest rhythmic gymnastics club in North America. Her dedication is forever inspiring, as well as her never ending love and support is what has helped me succeed. Thank you Vana for always showing me that there is a light at the end of the tunnel."

Anjelika Reznik "I saw her [Mrs. Koop] many times! She was actually such a sweet and kind woman. She was also kind of funny and adorable. She helped bring rhythmic gymnastics to Canada. I joined Kalev when I transitioned to national level and it wa

Anjelika Reznik

"I saw her [Mrs. Koop] many times! She was actually such a sweet and kind woman. She was also kind of funny and adorable. She helped bring rhythmic gymnastics to Canada. I joined Kalev when I transitioned to national level and it was the coach she hired that discovered me and turned me into an Olympian. Without Mrs. Koop I would of probably never went to the Olympics! She also promoted Canadian rhythmic gymnastics on the international stage. She would spend a lot of money on the Koop Cup competition trying to bring in international gymnasts to compete and would also organize amazing year end shows that the whole club would get to perform at! She hired a woman to create a whole Cats musical with everyone to perform for our parents and put a lot of effort into all of these events. She would even have little events at her house. She loved socializing and she made our club feel like one big family."

Aleksandra Jurevich, former Kalev Gymnast and RG Champion "My move to Canada as a young girl was exciting. It gave me a chance to be introduced and to be a part of the most beautiful sport - rhythmic gymnastics. When I began to take it seriously, d

Aleksandra Jurevich, former Kalev Gymnast and RG Champion

"My move to Canada as a young girl was exciting. It gave me a chance to be introduced and to be a part of the most beautiful sport - rhythmic gymnastics. When I began to take it seriously, displaying my devotion and love for RG, my family couldn’t have had better support. Evelyn Koop was always there for us, we became closer over the years, and to me she is family. Words cannot describe my gratitude for everything Mrs. Koop has done, not just for me, but for the entire community of rhythmic gymnastics. We have all created friendships that will last a lifetime, memories that we still reminisce, our experiences with our coaches, our travels around the world, achievements we can fall back on, and the dedication and discipline that was instilled into us, which will never compare to an average person."

Nataliya Murzenko Mrs. Koop’s dedication to her athletes and to the sport of Rhythmic Gymnastics have no doubt impacted thousands of lives worldwide. Personally, I have and always will be impressed by her energy, generosity, and passion. She inspi

Nataliya Murzenko
Mrs. Koop’s dedication to her athletes and to the sport of Rhythmic Gymnastics have no doubt impacted thousands of lives worldwide. Personally, I have and always will be impressed by her energy, generosity, and passion. She inspired me to always work hard and live the best possible version of my life, and for that, I must thank you dearly, Mrs. Koop.

FORMER KALEV OLYMPIANS

KATRINA CAMERON, ROSIE COSSAR, ALEXANDRA LANDRY, ANASTASIYA MUNTYANU, ANJELIKA REZNIK, TITMARSH (2012)

EMILIE LIVINGSTON (2000)

 CAMILLE MARTENS (1996)

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A COMPLETE LIST OF SOME OF OUR PAST GYMNASTS

Over the years Kalev has produced many champions and has had some remarkable performers.
Look below to see some of our most successful alumni.

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Patricia Bezzoubenko Patricia was our National Champion in 2013

Patricia Bezzoubenko
Patricia was our National Champion in 2013

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Kelsey Titmarsh Having competed with the Canadian National group since 2009 and in London 2012, Kelsey was an accomplished Canadian Nationalist. Prior to that, she was a member of the National Junior group.

Kelsey Titmarsh
Having competed with the Canadian National group since 2009 and in London 2012, Kelsey was an accomplished Canadian Nationalist. Prior to that, she was a member of the National Junior group.

Aleksandra Jurevich Aleksandra Jurevich began RG at age 11 and two years later became Provincial CHAMPION . She competed nationally and internationally and was a member of the National team in 2001.

Aleksandra Jurevich
Aleksandra Jurevich began RG at age 11 and two years later became Provincial CHAMPION. She competed nationally and internationally and was a member of the National team in 2001.

Anastasia Muntyanu Anastasia was a mamber of the Junior National team, as well as a member of the Canadian National group. She also competed at the 2012 Olympics! 

Anastasia Muntyanu
Anastasia was a mamber of the Junior National team, as well as a member of the Canadian National group. She also competed at the 2012 Olympics! 

Rosie Cossar Rosie was a member of our National Team, Team Captain when she competed with the Canadian National group in London 2012, and she was captain of our Olympic team. 

Rosie Cossar
Rosie was a member of our National Team, Team Captain when she competed with the Canadian National group in London 2012, and she was captain of our Olympic team. 

Mariam Chamilova Mariam was a member of the National team, she was the highest ranked Junior in 2009, and she was the Senior National CHAMPION  in 2011. She was also awarded the title of "Athlete of the Year" in 2011.

Mariam Chamilova
Mariam was a member of the National team, she was the highest ranked Junior in 2009, and she was the Senior National CHAMPION in 2011. She was also awarded the title of "Athlete of the Year" in 2011.

Oksana Cheveleva In 2001 Oksana was the National Rope Champion and a Junior Group Champion. She also competed internationally, at the "Four Continents Championships" in Brazil.

Oksana Cheveleva
In 2001 Oksana was the National Rope Champion and a Junior Group Champion. She also competed internationally, at the "Four Continents Championships" in Brazil.

Triinu Kimmel Triinu Kimmel is a former Estonian National Team member, she coached for Kalev forsix years and also performed regularly with the "Rhythmic Expressions" as a soloist. She was Head Coach of The Markham Centre, as well.

Triinu Kimmel
Triinu Kimmel is a former Estonian National Team member, she coached for Kalev forsix years and also performed regularly with the "Rhythmic Expressions" as a soloist. She was Head Coach of The Markham Centre, as well.

DIANA KWON Diana Kwon was a National Team member 2002 - 2004. Among her achievements are: a gold medal in group at the Nationals in 2000, a 10th place at the Koop Cup 2001 and representing Canada at the Deriugina Cup 2002. She joined the Rhythmi

DIANA KWON

Diana Kwon was a National Team member 2002 - 2004. Among her achievements are: a gold medal in group at the Nationals in 2000, a 10th place at the Koop Cup 2001 and representing Canada at the Deriugina Cup 2002. She joined the Rhythmic Expressions for the 2004-5 season and competed at the AGG Worlds in Denmark 2005, in Spain 2007, in Toronto 2008 and in Bulgaria 2010. She also performed at the FIG Gala of the World Gymnaestrada 2007. In 2011, she competed and performed at the Koop Cup in Toronto.

RACHEL COSSAR Rachel Cossar was an RG competitor and National Team member for several years. (The following text from Boston Ballet website :) Cossar began her training at the National Ballet School of Canada, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, b

RACHEL COSSAR

Rachel Cossar was an RG competitor and National Team member for several years. (The following text from Boston Ballet website:) Cossar began her training at the National Ballet School of Canada, the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School, before joining the Boston Ballet School as a trainee. Cossar danced with Boston Ballet II for the 2008 - 2010 seasons before she was promoted to the corps the ballet in 2010. Cossar's Boston Ballet repertoire includes the Nutcracker, Swan Lake and Romeo and Juliet.

Katia Zaitseva Katia Zaitseva, Kalev RG gymnast and member of the National Team. She was CHAMPION  at the Provincials already as a Novice in 1999, and National Regional Child Champion in 2000. As a Junior in 2003, she was 5th at the Nationa

Katia Zaitseva

Katia Zaitseva, Kalev RG gymnast and member of the National Team. She was CHAMPION at the Provincials already as a Novice in 1999, and National Regional Child Champion in 2000. As a Junior in 2003, she was 5th at the Nationals, 2nd in 2004, 3rd in 2005. That year, she got a silver medal at the Junior Pan-Am Games in Brazil, and also competed at the Aeon Cup in Japan.

Ekaterina Kharlip Ekaterina (Katia) Kharlip, former National Team member, both as an individual (7th at Elite Canada and 8th at the Nationals 2007) and in group (silver medal at the Canadian Group Championships 2007. Later, she performed wit

Ekaterina Kharlip

Ekaterina (Katia) Kharlip, former National Team member, both as an individual (7th at Elite Canada and 8th at the Nationals 2007) and in group (silver medal at the Canadian Group Championships 2007. Later, she performed with the Rhythmic Expressions and competed at several World championships. She is an AGG judge and works for Gymnastics Ontario.

Emilie Livingston, Emilie Livingston , Kalev's  in Sydney 2000, where she represented all of the Americas! The year before, she was the Pan-American CHAMPION . Emilie was also captain of Canada's Senior National Team, which got silver at

Emilie Livingston,

Emilie Livingston, Kalev's  in Sydney 2000, where she represented all of the Americas! The year before, she was the Pan-American CHAMPION.

Emilie was also captain of Canada's Senior National Team, which got silver at the Pam-Ams 2003, bronze at Kalamata, Greece in 2003 and placed 12th at the World Championships 2002 in New Orleans and 2003 in Budapest. 
Emilie was also a member of Kalev's Rhythmic Expressions2004-06, representing Canada at the AGG World Championships 2005 and 2006.
Now living in Los Angeles. Videos: #1 and #2.

Irina Funtikova Irina Funtikova , Junior National CHAMPION  1999, second in Canada as a Senior, member of Canada's Senior Group which got silver at the Pam-Ams 2003, bronze at Kalamata, Greece in 2003 and placed 12th at the World Champions

Irina Funtikova

Irina Funtikova, Junior National CHAMPION 1999, second in Canada as a Senior, member of Canada's Senior Group which got silver at the Pam-Ams 2003, bronze at Kalamata, Greece in 2003 and placed 12th at the World Championships 2002 in New Orleans and 2003 in Budapest.

Irina was a member of Kalev's Rhythmic Expressions and competed at the AGG Worlds in Bulgaria 2004. She later worked as a model.

Talvi Kuld Talvi Kuld , former RG competitor, winning group silver at the Nationals 1998 and 1999. Former member of the Senior Elite and of Rhythmic Expressions . Competed at AGG Worlds 2001-03 and 2005. Performed at two World Gymnaestradas

Talvi Kuld

Talvi Kuld, former RG competitor, winning group silver at the Nationals 1998 and 1999. Former member of the Senior Elite and ofRhythmic Expressions. Competed at AGG Worlds 2001-03 and 2005. Performed at two World Gymnaestradas.

Kiiri-El Kuld Kiiri-El Kuld , Provincial CHAMPION  2003.

Kiiri-El Kuld

Kiiri-El Kuld, Provincial CHAMPION 2003.

Carly Orava Carly Orava, Provincial Novice CHAMPION  2000, Junior Group National champion 2001. Also competed internationally: Japan (Aeon Cup) and Brazil (Four Continents).

Carly Orava
Carly Orava, Provincial Novice CHAMPION 2000, Junior Group National champion 2001. Also competed internationally: Japan (Aeon Cup) and Brazil (Four Continents).

Heli Oder Heli Oder - former National Team member, competing in Norway, Finland, Brazil and Monaco. Heli was a member of the Kalev Estienne Senior Elite and the original " Rhythmic Expressions ", performing all over the world, on five continents

Heli Oder
Heli Oder - former National Team member, competing in Norway, Finland, Brazil and Monaco. Heli was a member of the Kalev Estienne Senior Elite and the original "Rhythmic Expressions", performing all over the world, on five continents, participating in four World Gymnaestradas. As a Kalev coach she gave many future competitors (among them Alex Orlando) their start in RG. Now head of Toronto French School's Phys. Ed. department and a member of the Alumnae Elite.

Juilee Gondhalekar Juilee Gondhalekar - Provincial CHAMPION  2000. Coaching for Kalev Estienne for many years. Head coach for York Rhythmics 2004 - 2007.

Juilee Gondhalekar
Juilee Gondhalekar - Provincial CHAMPION 2000.
Coaching for Kalev Estienne for many years. Head coach for York Rhythmics 2004 - 2007.

Jordana Caruso Jordana Caruso   - Provincial CHAMPION  1999

Jordana Caruso
Jordana Caruso  - Provincial CHAMPION 1999

Olga Morosova Olga Morosova was the   Provincial CHAMPION  2001.

Olga Morosova
Olga Morosova was the Provincial CHAMPION 2001.

Sydney VanDelft Sydney VanDelft was the Novice CHAMPION  at Elite Ontario 2000.

Sydney VanDelft
Sydney VanDelft was the Novice CHAMPION at Elite Ontario 2000.

Vanessa Livingston Provincial Jr. CHAMPION overall and in every apparatus in 1993. Competing at the Nationals as a Senior, she was 5th overall (2nd in ball).  She was recruited to " Rhythmic Expressions " at its beginning and was a memb

Vanessa Livingston
Provincial Jr. CHAMPION overall and in every apparatus in 1993. Competing at the Nationals as a Senior, she was 5th overall (2nd in ball).  She was recruited to "Rhythmic Expressions" at its beginning and was a member of the Canadian FIG Gala Team 1999. She has a B.A. in dance from Ryerson University and was also selected as a cheerleader for the Toronto Phantoms Arena Football Club cheerleading squad and the Jays crew (New Blue Jays Cheerleaders). Now living and working in Norway: Studio Vanessa.

Gloria Hui Began RSG training at age 6. As a Novice, she won bronze overallat the Provincial Championships. As a Junior, she competed at the Nationals and, as a Senior, at the Florida State Invitational, L. A. Lights, the NHK Japan Invitational a

Gloria Hui
Began RSG training at age 6. As a Novice, she won bronze overallat the Provincial Championships. As a Junior, she competed at the Nationals and, as a Senior, at the Florida State Invitational, L. A. Lights, the NHK Japan Invitational and in Cape Town, South Africa. Gloria was a member of the "Rhythmic Expressions" 1997- 2000 and also of Kalev 's FIG Gala Team at the World Gymnaestrada in 1999. Now living in Ottawa.

Susanna Wadsten Susanna Wadsten was a Provincial Jr.  CHAMPION  in 1992 and Sr. group champion 1996. She has coached elite and recreational groups, was a member of the Child, Junior and Senior Elite, and one of the founding members of th

Susanna Wadsten
Susanna Wadsten was a Provincial Jr. CHAMPION in 1992 and Sr. group champion 1996. She has coached elite and recreational groups, was a member of the Child, Junior and Senior Elite, and one of the founding members of the "Rhythmic Expressions", Kalev's AGG team. Performed at three World Gymnaestradas. Has a B.A. from Western U and an M. Sc. from King's College, London, UK. Living and working in Germany.

Shirra Cremer Shirra Cremer studied under Katrin Pettinen for many years, became a member of the Sr. Elite, was Senior provincial group CHAMPION  1996 and also performed with the " Rhythmic Expressions ", travelling to many parts of Europe

Shirra Cremer
Shirra Cremer studied under Katrin Pettinen for many years, became a member of the Sr. Elite, was Senior provincial group CHAMPION 1996 and also performed with the "Rhythmic Expressions", travelling to many parts of Europe. She also coached for Kalev. Graduated as a nurse from Western U.

Camille Martens Camille Martens joined Kalev  in 1995 and became the CHAMPION  at the Olympic Trials 1996. As an athlete she was the only Canadian to represent the sport at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, USA!  

Camille Martens
Camille Martens joined Kalev in 1995 and became the CHAMPION at the Olympic Trials 1996. As an athlete she was the only Canadian to represent the sport at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, USA!
 

Melissa Jung Melissa Jung was a CHAMPION  (gold overall) at Eastern Regionals 1998, competed in Cape Town, South Africa.  Formerly a soloist with the Rhythmic Expressions

Melissa Jung
Melissa Jung was a CHAMPION (gold overall) at Eastern Regionals 1998, competed in Cape Town, South Africa. 
Formerly a soloist with the Rhythmic Expressions

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Alexandra Orlando Alexandra Orlando was Novice CHAMPION, this shot was taken   in L. A. Lights 1997. 

Alexandra Orlando
Alexandra Orlando was Novice CHAMPION, this shot was taken in L. A. Lights 1997. 

Tamar Krauss   Tamar Krauss  - 1995 Novice Provincial CHAMPION  (gold in every apparatus as well as overall).  Former member of the Rhythmic Expressions

Tamar Krauss  
Tamar Krauss - 1995 Novice Provincial CHAMPION (gold in every apparatus as well as overall). 
Former member of the Rhythmic Expressions

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NatashaWatkis NatashaWatkis was a Provincial Novice CHAMPION  (gold overall and in all apparatus) 1996. 

NatashaWatkis
NatashaWatkis was a Provincial Novice CHAMPION (gold overall and in all apparatus) 1996. 

Emma Fedson Emma Fedson was a Pre-National CHAMPION  1997 and gold in Ball, silver in Hoop, bronze in Rope

Emma Fedson
Emma Fedson was a Pre-National CHAMPION 1997 and gold in Ball, silver in Hoop, bronze in Rope

Carmen McKnight Carmen McKnight was the Provincial CHAMPION

Carmen McKnight
Carmen McKnight was the Provincial CHAMPION

Veronica Radolovich Veronica Radolovich was the Provincial CHAMPION  in 1997

Veronica Radolovich
Veronica Radolovich was the Provincial CHAMPION in 1997

Simone Lazor Simone Lazor was the  Ontario Sr. CHAMPION  (gold overall and in every apparatus) 1995, silver at regional championships 1995 and CHAMPION  in hoop, clubs, ball and ribbon. 

Simone Lazor
Simone Lazor was the Ontario Sr.CHAMPION (gold overall and in every apparatus) 1995, silver at regional championships 1995 and CHAMPION in hoop, clubs, ball and ribbon. 

Theresa Fung Theresa Fung was a former Junior CHAMPION and National and inter- national competitor, she retired in 1995. Later she studied at York U, majoring in Fine Arts and she is now teaching.

Theresa Fung
Theresa Fung was a former Junior CHAMPION and National and inter- national competitor, she retired in 1995. Later she studied at York U, majoring in Fine Arts and she is now teaching.

Jenni McGuire Jenni McGuire became British National CHAMPION 1995 while training with  Kalev  and coach Lusi Dimitrova. 

Jenni McGuire
Jenni McGuire became British National CHAMPION 1995 while training with Kalev and coach Lusi Dimitrova. 

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Clare McFarquhar Clare McFarquhar was on the National Team 1990-93, silver and bronze at competitions as a junior in the States 1990, on the Canadian Olympic training team in 1992.  CHAMPION at Four Continents 1992. Now a teacher.

Clare McFarquhar
Clare McFarquhar was on the National Team 1990-93, silver and bronze at competitions as a junior in the States 1990, on the Canadian Olympic training team in 1992. CHAMPION at Four Continents 1992. Now a teacher.

Sanya Eng Sanya Eng won Silver at the Provincials, Coast-To-Coast and the Nationals 1988. National Team member until 1991

Sanya Eng
Sanya Eng won Silver at the Provincials, Coast-To-Coast and the Nationals 1988. National Team member until 1991

Malene Charles Malene Charles was a Coast-to-Coast and National Jr CHAMPION  1991.   Also 1st Jr overall at the Four Continents Trial 1992. On the National Team, individual and group, 1988-95. International competitions included China

Malene Charles
Malene Charles was a Coast-to-Coast and National Jr CHAMPION 1991.   Also 1st Jr overall at the Four Continents Trial 1992. On the National Team, individual and group, 1988-95. International competitions included China, NYC and winning team silver in Belgium. 

Lissa Barnsley Lissa Barnsley was a competitor and member of the Senior Elite 1985-95

Lissa Barnsley
Lissa Barnsley was a competitor and member of the Senior Elite 1985-95

Tuulika Mölder Tuulika Mölder was the   Estonian National Champion, performed with the Senior Elite and the Rhythmic Expressions. 

Tuulika Mölder
Tuulika Mölder was the Estonian National Champion, performed with the Senior Elite and the Rhythmic Expressions. 

Taimi Petersoo Taimi Petersoo began RG as a child and was a member of the Kalev Junior Elite, Senior Elite, the " Rhythmic Expressions " and the Alumnae Elite.

Taimi Petersoo
Taimi Petersoo began RG as a child and was a member of the Kalev Junior Elite, Senior Elite, the "Rhythmic Expressions" and the Alumnae Elite.

Linda Makk Linda Makk is a long-term member of Kalev,  performing with the Junior Elite, Senior Elite, and Alumnae Elite. 

Linda Makk
Linda Makk is a long-term member of Kalev, performing with the Junior Elite, Senior Elite, and Alumnae Elite. 

Monique Romeiko Monique Romeiko was a .lkkkk competitor and member/ soloist of Kalev 'sSenior Elite. Later, Toronto Dance Theatre, followed by coaching R. G. in Yukon. 

Monique Romeiko
Monique Romeiko was a .lkkkkcompetitor and member/ soloist of Kalev'sSenior Elite. Later, Toronto Dance Theatre, followed by coaching R. G. in Yukon. 

Leanne Cooke Leanne Cooke won Bronze as Junior at Elite Canada, "Coast-to-Coast" and the Nationals in 1989. National senior group CHAMPION in 1988.

Leanne Cooke
Leanne Cooke won Bronze as Junior at Elite Canada, "Coast-to-Coast" and the Nationals in 1989. National senior group CHAMPION in 1988.

Nicole Dervourst Nicole Dervourst was a   CHAMPION  at the Winter Games and "Coast-to-Coast" as a Junior 1987

Nicole Dervourst
Nicole Dervourst was a CHAMPION at the Winter Games and "Coast-to-Coast" as a Junior 1987

Brigee Cheung Brigee Cheung was a CHAMPION  at Elite Ontario and "Coast-to-Coast" 1990

Brigee Cheung
Brigee Cheung was a CHAMPION at Elite Ontario and "Coast-to-Coast" 1990

Vanessa Hii Vanessa Hii was a Novice CHAMPION  at "Coast-to-Coast" 1987

Vanessa Hii
Vanessa Hii was a NoviceCHAMPION at "Coast-to-Coast" 1987

Lori Fung Even the most famous of all Canadian rhythmic gymnasts,  Lori Fung , trained with Kalev at an early stage of her career. Evelyn Koop worked hard to introduce RSG as an Olympic sport and brought her Kalev  girls to demonstrate

Lori Fung
Even the most famous of all Canadian rhythmic gymnasts, Lori Fung, trained with Kalev at an early stage of her career. Evelyn Koop worked hard to introduce RSG as an Olympic sport and brought her Kalev girls to demonstrate the sport at the Montreal Olympics 1976. It was most fitting that it was a Canadian athlete who became the first Olympic CHAMPION in Rhythmic Gymnastics! Lori later founded Club Elite Rhythmic club in Vancouver B.C.

Adrianne Dunnett Adrianne Dunnett was a Group National CHAMPION  1978, and a Canadian  in 1984.   

Adrianne Dunnett
Adrianne Dunnett was a Group National CHAMPION 1978, and a Canadian  in 1984. 

 

Marta Bobo Marta Bobo  was from Spain, coached by Ivanka Tchakarova, 6th in the world and competing for Spain at the 1984 Olympics. From 1985, she coached for Kalev  for five years, and also performed with the Senior Elite - soloist at

Marta Bobo
Marta Bobo was from Spain, coached by Ivanka Tchakarova, 6th in the world and competing for Spain at the 1984 Olympics. From 1985, she coached for Kalev for five years, and also performed with the Senior Elite - soloist at the opening of the "Skydome". Now owner of her own club in Spain and working on her doctorate. Her email is marbo@udc.es.

Monica Eder Monica Eder was a member of the National Team 1980-84, and later of the Senior Elite and the Alumnae Elite Performance groups.  

Monica Eder
Monica Eder was a member of the National Team 1980-84, and later of the Senior Elite and the Alumnae Elite Performance groups.

 

Leanne Cinits Leanne Cinits was a member of Canadian Team at the Worlds 1977 and 79, and Group CHAMPION  at Four Continents in '78. Now Head Coach of Adagio Maple Ridge Club in B.C.

Leanne Cinits
Leanne Cinits was a member of Canadian Team at the Worlds 1977 and 79, and Group CHAMPION at Four Continents in '78. Now Head Coach of Adagio Maple Ridge Club in B.C.

Kati Tihane Kati Tihane was a Provincial CHAMPION, National Team Member, 1980-83, soloist and member of the Senior Elite. Later coach for Kalev  and a member of the Alumnae Elite.

Kati Tihane
Kati Tihane was a Provincial CHAMPION, National Team Member, 1980-83, soloist and member of the Senior Elite. Later coach for Kalev and a member of the Alumnae Elite.

Jana Lazor Jana Lazor was a Senior National CHAMPION  1978, 1979 and 1980, 29th at the Worlds 1979, 37th in 1981. 

Jana Lazor
Jana Lazor was a Senior National CHAMPION 1978, 1979 and 1980, 29th at the Worlds 1979, 37th in 1981. 

Susan Himel & Sheri Koeni Susan Himel was a Provincial CHAMPION  1980  & Sheri Koenig was a National Group member

Susan Himel & Sheri Koeni
Susan Himel was a Provincial CHAMPION 1980  & Sheri Koenig was a National Group member

Susan Locke Susan Locke   was a unior National CHAMPION  1976 and member of Kalev  's Touring Team 1977 and 1978 (to China),  Group National Champion 1978

Susan Locke
Susan Locke was a unior National CHAMPION 1976 and member of Kalev 's Touring Team 1977 and 1978 (to China),  Group National Champion 1978

Lynda Thompson Lynda Thompson won   silver in Canadian Pre-Masters National Championships, and Group National CHAMPION  in 1978

Lynda Thompson
Lynda Thompson won silver in Canadian Pre-Masters National Championships, and Group National CHAMPION in 1978

Mari Vähi Mari Vähi was a Senior National CHAMPION in 1975

Mari Vähi
Mari Vähi was a Senior National CHAMPION in 1975

Janet Campbell Janet Campbell was a National Team member from 1976-78

Janet Campbell
Janet Campbell was a National Team member from 1976-78

Shirley Lehtinen Shirley Lehtinen was a Junior National CHAMPION in  1972, Senior National champion 1974 and 1976, 38th at the Worlds '73, 13th in '75 and 15th in '77. 

Shirley Lehtinen
Shirley Lehtinen was a Junior National CHAMPION in 1972, Senior National champion 1974 and 1976, 38th at the Worlds '73, 13th in '75 and 15th in '77. 

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Susanne Mihkelson Susanne Mihkelson was 32nd at the Worlds 1971, Cuba

Susanne Mihkelson
Susanne Mihkelson was 32nd at the Worlds 1971, Cuba

Denise Fujiwara Denise Fujiwara was a Senior National CHAMPION 1973, 35th at the Worlds 1973, shared 14th in 1975. 

Denise Fujiwara
Denise Fujiwara was a Senior NationalCHAMPION 1973, 35th at the Worlds 1973, shared 14th in 1975. 

Connie Lindenberger onnie Lindenberger was a Senior National CHAMPION , 34th at the Worlds 1971 in Cuba

Connie Lindenberger
onnie Lindenberger was a Senior National CHAMPION, 34th at the Worlds 1971 in Cuba

Melanie Ivey Melanie Ivey was a Junior National CHAMPION , 35nd at the Worlds 1971 in Cuba

Melanie Ivey
Melanie Ivey was a Junior NationalCHAMPION, 35nd at the Worlds 1971 in Cuba