OUR COACHES

Kay Butterworth 2010 Sub Junior Team 1 Coach Kay is the senior coach of the Sub Junior Section. Kay has been coaching Calisthenics at Seaton for over 40 years and during this time has successfully taught all teams from Tinies through to Seniors. Kay is a dedicated enthusiastic coach and is totally committed to developing young children to their full potential while ensuring their love for Calisthenics continues. Apart from Kay's extensive Calisthenics background, she has been trained in classical and jazz ballet, folk/national dancing. Kay is a retired Calisthenics adjudicator and Life Member of the Australian Calisthenics Adjudicators Association SA Branch. She has had the opportunity to adjudicate at local and State Competitions in South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia and the Australian Capital Territory, culminating in adjudication at the Australian Calisthenics Federation National competitions on several occasions. Kay epitomises what teamwork is all about and engenders her love for Calisthenics in all individuals that she comes into contact with. Seaton Calisthenics Club is proud to have such an experienced coach and has acknowledged this via Life Membership.

Kristyn Robson 2010 Tinies Team 1 and Junior Team 1 Coach Kristyn is the current senior coach of the Tinies and Junior sections. She has been involved in calisthenics for 30 years coaching for the last 20 years. She has taught Tinies, Sub Juniors and Junior teams. Kristyn is a trained school teacher, has dance training in Jazz, Tap and Classical, and was a competitive gymnast. Kristyn is a Life Member of Seaton Calisthenics and strives to assist all girls achieve their best while having fun.

Lorinda Brooking 2010 Intermediate Team 1 and Sub Junior Team 1 Co-Coach Lorinda is the senior coach for the Intermediate Section for 2010 and has taught at Seaton in every age group throughout the years. She has completed Calisthenics skills gold medal with Honours, participated in numerous state and national Calisthenic teams and solo competitions, won solo and graceful girl competitions throughout South Australia and placed nationally as well. Lorinda has been trained in Gymnastics, Ballet, Modern Dance, Tap and Sports Aerobics. She has competed in Calisthenics teams and solos for over 20 years, participated in cheerleading, theatre shows, drill team and sports aerobics overseas. Lorinda has also been the assistant coach for the 2008 Junior South Australian National Team and the 2009 Intermediate South Australian National Team. Lorinda is a Life Member of Seaton Calisthenics and strives to bring the best out of every student while being involved in a fun and exciting environment!

Elise Przytula 2010 Tinies Team 2 and Sub Junior Team 2 Coach Elise has been an active club member for 17 years having commenced as a Tiny. She has been a class assistant since 2001 and moved into a coaching position in 2006. She is currently in her last year at Uni SA doing a Bachelor of Sport and Recreational Management. She has broad experiences in technical theatre, singing and music. Elise is a Life Member of Seaton Calisthenics.

Claire Guglielmi 2010 Junior Team 2 and Tinies 3 Co-Coach Claire has been a member of Seaton Calisthenics for 17 years having commenced as a Tiny. During this time, she has represented the state on three occasions in Intermediate and Senior state and national teams. She is currently coaching the Junior Team 2, graceful girls, solos, duos and has taught many calisthenics skills exam participants. She has also taught calisthenics for the Recreation and Sports "Active After School Care Program" in the past, as well as promoting calisthenics through the West Torrens and Charles Sturt Councils "Growing for Gold Programs". Claire currently works as a preschool assistant and in a primary school OSHC. Claire is a Life Member of Seaton Calisthenics.

Leah Nankervis 2010 Sub Junior Team 3 and Junior Team 3 Coach Leah competed in calisthenics for over 15 years at both club and state level and has been coaching for 10 years and has gained 6 aggregates at competitions.  In 1997, she was also the Assistant Coach for the Junior Ballarat State team. Leah joined our coaching staff in 2008.

Tracey Bettens 2010 Tinies 3 Co Coach and Assistant Coach Junior Team 2 Tracey has had over 13 years experience at Seaton as a competitor. She has been an assistant in the Tinies, Sub Junior and Junior sections. After completing her Level 1 coaches course she  has coached the Sub Junior Team 2 and is currently a Tinies co coach. Tracey also coaches solo, duos and graceful girls. She is currently working at child care centres teaching dance, music and drama.

Sarah Schwarz 2010 Senior Team and Intermediate Team 2 Coach Sarah has been involved in Calisthenics for 19 years at both State and Club level. As a coach she has taught all age groups and been appointed assistant coach of 3 Junior State Teams. As well as a team coach, Sarah has also gained many wonderful results with her Graceful, Best Type Solo and Duo pupils. Along with teaching, Sarah has also been a very successful calisthenic competitor. Representing SA and her club 12 times at both National and Championship level, she has also had the honour of representing South Australia competing solo with her Graceful Girl on 6 occasions at National Competition level. Sarah has also achieved her Bronze medal in pupil skills and would like to continue to work towards receiving her Gold Medal. Sarah is an enthusiastic coach who puts in 100% each time she is at class.