Elena’s Rhythmic Gymnastics Club (ERGC) has been a welcoming, high-calibre rhythmic gymnastics club in Edmonton since 1995. We take pride in the breadth and quality of our programs, as well as the exceptional calibre of our coaching team.

ERGC offers outstanding recreational programs for gymnasts ages 4 through adult. Weekly classes focus on the fundamentals of rhythmic gymnastics - strength, flexibility, musicality, ballet, and acrobatics—while having fun with ribbons, balls, hoops, and ropes. Class sizes are intentionally limited to ensure quality instruction and individual attention. Recreational gymnasts also participate in the PRISM Program, which allows non-competitive athletes to work toward skill-based badges and personal achievement goals.

Our competitive program is equally strong, supporting interclub, provincial, and western regional stream athletes. ERGC gymnasts consistently earn top placements, including more than 20 Alberta Provincial and Western Regional Championship titles.

In addition, ERGC offers a unique and rewarding performance stream. Since 2011, our athletes have proudly represented Team Canada at the quadrennial World Gymnaestrada events across Europe - the world’s largest athletic festivals, bringing together over 20,000 participants from around the globe.

Our experienced, NCCP-certified coaching team is central to ERGC’s success. Coaches regularly engage in professional development to ensure the highest standards of instruction and to bring our club motto to life: Fitness, Friends & Fun.

ERGC is a non-profit society governed by an elected executive and is affiliated with Rhythmic Gymnastics Alberta and Gymnastics Canada.

Elena has many advanced qualifications to help her bring out the best in each student. She has a Master of Sport Degree in Rhythmic Gymnastics from Russia, where she competed for 10 years. As a member of Russia’s National Team, she successfully competed at regional, national and international competitions, winning gold and silver medals.

Elena has her National Coaching Certificate Level 2 and is a National Level Judge. Her practical and theoretical knowledge has contributed to both her recreational and competitive classes and has been developing outstanding gymnasts for her entire career.

• Trained NCCP 3 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Competition - Development)
• Certified NCCP 2 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Competition - Introduction)
• Certified NCCP 1 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Gymnastics Foundations)
• Trained Gymnastics Foundations - Active Start

Elena began her rhythmic gymnastics journey at Elena’s Rhythmic Gymnastics Club at the age of four under the guidance of her mother. During a 12-year competitive career, she became a multi-time Alberta Provincial Champion and medalled extensively at the provincial level. She also represented her club internationally, earning first place in her category at an Invitational Competition in Hokkaido, Japan.

Alongside rhythmic gymnastics, Elena trained extensively in classical ballet through the Vaganova School, where she received recognition for both technical excellence and artistic expression. This foundation continues to shape her emphasis on precision, musical interpretation, and expressive performance.

Elena is a fully certified NCCP Level 3 Coach and has been part of ERGC’s coaching and leadership team since the mid-2000s. While she no longer actively coaches the competitive program, she serves as Executive Director of the club, overseeing operations, strategy, and long-term development. She is also the Artistic Director of ERGC’s World Gymnaestrada Team, a role she has held since 2011.

Under Elena’s artistic leadership, ERGC has proudly represented Team Canada at multiple World Gymnaestrada events across Europe. Her work is known for its strong artistic vision and polished presentation, creating meaningful and memorable experiences for gymnasts both on and off the floor.

• Certified NCCP 3 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Competition - Development)
• Certified NCCP 2 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Competition - Introduction)
• Certified NCCP 1 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Gymnastics Foundations)
• Trained Gymnastics Foundations - Active Start
• Coach Developer: Learning Facilitator - Gymnastics Foundations

• Trained Competition Development (NCCP 3) - Rhythmic Gymnastics
• Certified Competition Introduction (NCCP 2) - Rhythmic Gymnastics
• Certified Gymnastics Foundations (NCCP 1) - Rhythmic Gymnastics
• Trained Gymnastics Foundations - Active Start

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I was born and raised in Russia and moved to Edmonton in 2012. When I lived in Russia, I did competitive rhythmic gymnastics for 12 years and achieved the “Candidate Master of Sports” title. I competed mostly in the country and traveled to a lot of Russian cities for competitions. In 2003, I, along other gymnasts in my club, won a Gran Prix competition dedicated to Alina Kabaeva, with our group routine. 

Coaching helped me fall back in love with the sport and made me realize why I loved the sport so much, and I am excited to bring my experience and knowledge to the club and coach alongside amazing coaches.

• Certified Competition Introduction (NCCP 2) - Rhythmic Gymanstics
• Trained Gymnastics Foundations (NCCP 1) - Rhythmic Gymnastics

• Trained Competition Introduction (NCCP 2) - Rhythmic Gymnastics
• Trained Gymnastics Foundations (NCCP 1) - Rhythmic Gymnastics

• Trained Gymnastics Foundations (NCCP 1) - Rhythmic Gymnastics

Lisa began rhythmic gymnastics at age five and quickly fell in love with the sport. In her athletic career, she joined a performing group where she showcased in multiple events—including unforgettable trips to the World Gymnaestradas in Lisbon and Dornbirn, as well as multiple national events.

Now as a coach, Lisa has accumulated years of experience coaching recreational athletes and has developed a deep appreciation for nurturing confidence, creativity, and joy in young gymnasts. We are thrilled to have her as part of Elena's RGC where she brings her positive, encouraging energy and shares her lifelong passion for movement and performance with the next generation.

• Certified Gymnastics Foundations (NCCP 1) - Rhythmic Gymnastics

Amber L., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023),
Provincial and Western Regional Gymnast

Anwita B., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023),
Competitive Gymnast

Jordanne H., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023),
Competitive Gymnast

Maelys V., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023),
Provincial and Western Regional Gymnast

Serena W., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023, 2019),
Competitive Gymnast

Sierra G.-K., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023, 2019),
Competitive Gymnast

Sofia K., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023, 2019),
Competitive Gymnast

Sofiya G.-K., GF In-Training

World Gymnaestrada Team Member (2023, 2019),
Competitive Gymnast

Lisa was part of Edmonton Rhythmic Gymnastics (ERSGA)'s Senior Performing team for over ten years where she performed at two National Gymnaestradas and two World Gymnaestradas (Lisbon 2003 and Austria 2007). Lisa received her NCCP Level 1 Coaching certification in 2002. She started coaching recreational gymnasts in 2001 and also coached ERSGA's Junior Performing Group in 2008-2009. Retiring from the sport in 2007, Lisa joined ERGC at the 2018 National Gymnaestrada in Richmond, BC as a gymnast. She continued to perform for the 2022 National Gymnaestrada and the 2023 World Gymnaestrada in Amsterdam! She loves coaching and showing her love of rhythmic gymnastics to a new generation. Lisa works at a local digital marketing agency.

• Trained NCCP 2 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Competition - Introduction)
• Certified NCCP 1 - Rhythmic Gymnastics (Gymnastics Foundations)

• Trained Gymnastics Foundations (NCCP 1) - Rhythmic Gymnastics