Staff
Corona Gymnastics students know our coaches and staff for their big hearts and infectious enthusiasm. But behind the scenes, our staff are also deeply dedicated to studying and learning the leading-edge techniques of gymnastics instruction. All of our staff are Nationally Trained or Certified, and are committed to providing engaging, energetic and safe gymnastics classes for our members.
At Corona Gymnastics, our staff strive to create an environment where children of all ages and abilities can create lifetime memories and develop a love of gymnastics in Ottawa. So far, we’re happy to say that we’re on the right track because many of our coaches today began their training here as preschool gymnastics students many years ago.
Agnes Laing
FounderAs founder and Executive Director, Agnes brings a wealth of gymnastics experience both from a business and pedagogical approach. A former gymnast and dancer, she turned to coaching while still a student. Upon graduation from McGill University with a degree in Physical Education, she began her coaching career as Women’s Intercollegiate Coach at the University of Ottawa. Since founding the club in 1972, Agnes has been directly involved in producing many of the club’s provincial and national gymnastics champions. She is an NCCP level 3 coach and a former level 2 NCCP course conductor. Agnes now splits her duties between coaching and the administration of the school.
Penny Fyfe
Executive DirectorOnce one of the club’s first students and a former provincial level gymnast, Penny has evolved to become the club’s Assistant Executive Director. A graduate of the University of Ottawa Phys. Ed. Honors program, Penny coached competitive at Corona Gymnastics for 25 years. She holds her NCCP level 3 and is a former Level 1 NCCP course coordinator and judge. After many years in the gym, Penny now focuses most of her energy on the administration of the competitive, recreation, and summer gymnastics programs.
Tammy Cromwell
General Manager/Invitational Head CoachTammy comes to us with a wealth of knowledge specializing in gymnastics administration, Preschool Coaching and Movement Education. Tammy began her coaching career in 1987 in Lahr, Germany. After moving back to Canada, she continued to coach in Kingston, Calgary, Edmonton and in St. Albert as the Executive Director of Dynamyx Gymnastics Club. Tammy joined Corona's team in 2009 and is now our General Manager, Recreational Co-ordinator and Invitational Head Coach. Tammy continues to coach Pre-school and Invitational. She has her Level 2 Gymnastics and Trampoline and Level 3 Theory.
Gilma Valiente
Executive AdministratorGilma has been in Canada since 1993 and is originally from El Salvador. She has been at Corona Gymnastics since 2003, and formerly worked for Menariny Diagnostics as an Assistant Director. Gilma is an invaluable person at Corona and often the first face you see when entering the gym.
Lee Ann Simon
Women’s Head CoachLee Ann is the Head Coach of Corona’s Women’s Competitive gymnastics program and has been with Corona since 2006. She is Level 3 Certified and has been coaching gymnastics since 1994. Formerly from Oshawa as a competitive gymnast and then coach, Lee Ann attended Brock University graduating in Physical Education. In addition to her coaching experience, Lee Ann brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding of child pedagogy as a Certified Teacher.
Jessica Brutzki
Program Coordinator & HR AssistantJessica holds a Bachelors of Commerce degree with a specialization in Marketing from the University of Ottawa as well as a post-secondary diploma in Sports & Entertainment Sales and Marketing from Loyalist College. She started with Corona in 2018. Jess manages our social media and website, assists in the delivery of recreational and camp programs and supports in our HR department.
Shannon Cozzette
Competitive Coach & Private Lesson CoordinatorShannon is a former competitive gymnast from Corona Gym. She started with us at age 3 in the pre-school program. After 10 years as a successful provincial level competitive gymnast she turned her talents to coaching and dance. Shannon coached in our competitive programs while studying at Carleton University, then transferred to the University of Winnipeg, completing a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre and Film. While in Winnipeg, she ran a community hip-hop studio. Shannon has returned to Ottawa and is coaching in our Developmental and Invitational programs. She is also an amazing choreographer! Shannon is a certified Level 2 coach and we are delighted to have her back and part of the Corona family.
Program Supervisors
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Kelly is a graduate from Ottawa University from the Physical Education Honours program. She spent her career teaching physical education primarily at Gloucester High School and in her retirement Kelly joined our Supervisor team in 2017. She brings a wealth of knowledge in child pedagogy and physical literacy to our programs. Her approachable personality and vast experience working with children is an asset on our team. |
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Anna Dovzchuk Originally from Ukraine, Anna has been with us since 2011. She holds a Masters Degree in Physical Culture from the National University of Ukraine. Anna has coached athletes on the National Ukrainian Junior Team and is currently working with Corona’s Provincial and National Elite girls as well as supervising our recreation program. Anna is certified NCCP Level 3 and has been coaching gymnastics since 2002. |
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Laura Liu Laura started gymnastics at the age of 5! She joined the Corona family as a recreational athlete in 2013. Laura started coaching in 2016 after working in our CIT program. She is currently attending the University of Ottawa for Biopharmaceutical Sciences. She is a Level 2 coach and has coached all of our recreational programs. |
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Kylee Rude Kylee is a former level 10 competitive gymnast from Calgary! She has been coaching since 2013. She has a bachelor of Kinesiology from the University of Calgary. Most recently Kylee completed her Master of Human Kinetics with a concentration in consultation and intervention from the University of Ottawa. While working on her master’s degree in 2021 Kylee joined Corona as an Invitational coach and Supervisor. She is a Competitive 1 and Tramp 2 certified coach. Kylee is a great asset to our team! |
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Melanie Georges Bio Coming Soon! |
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Stefanie Chartrand Stefanie started gymnastics in the parent n tot program in Ajax. She was on the provincial team before she stopped competing and transitioned into coaching in 2008. Before moving to Ottawa for school Stefanie was coaching the men’s competitive team. She took a hiatus from coaching while in school and starting her career as an accountant. In 2023 she returned to coaching and joined the Corona family. She now splits her time coaching the sport she loves and doing the books for local and not so local companies and individuals. When she is not at the gym, she likes to spend like to spend time in the great outdoors with her dogs. Stefanie has her level 2 in men’s, women’s and trampoline and is currently coaching in our competition program and supervising in our recreational program. |
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Teagan Dube Teagan started gymnastics at the age of 2! She came to Corona as a recreational athlete in 2010 and later a competitor in our invitational program. She was mentored in our CIT program and began coaching in 2017 working with all levels from preschool to advanced. In 2021 she joined our invitational coaching team and now works as an Xcel Coach and is a Program Supervisor. Teagan is currently attending Carleton University for an honours Commerce degree with a specialization in Marketing. Fun fact Teagan has been a part of the Corona family for over half of her life! |
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Alexandra Bates Alex started Gymnastics at Corona when she was 3! She trained in our Developmental program and then in our Invitational program. In 2021 Alex began coaching at a recreational level. She now has her competition 1 certification and coaches all levels from squirt to advanced in addition to supervising! She is currently attending Carleton University for a bachelor's degree in Neuroscience. |
Recreational Coaches
| Addison Khalife | Camila Diaz | Isabella Mcevoy-Meikle | Makena Davis |
| Aidenne Boivin | Camille Bergervin | Jackie Aubin | Mikayla Tate |
| Andrea Tsarouhas | Catherine Melnick | Jamie Harris | Olivia Eaton |
| Anna Tsarouhas | Charlotte Smith | Jasmira Lall | Rosie Sabbagh |
| Annie Premachuk | Chloe Bergeron | Kailyn Wright | Samuelle Henshaw |
| Beyanca Bowman | Chloe Marion | Kira Hunter | Tia Swist |
| Bianca Dhanjal | Chloe Volk | Laura Lam | Tori Wilson |
| Brooklyn Cheer | Christoff Klein | Lilah Krause | Valentina Rojas |
| Brooke Revitt | Ella Corbin | Lyanne Morris | Victoria Bates |
| Cailee Ariss | Emma McLean | Madeleine Hibberd | Zoe Hanlon |
