Meet Our Coaches

1982 Paula began her gymnastic coaching and judging career.  Over her 40 years in the sport, she has taught children from the ages of 18 months through to students at the university of Queensland that were undertaking their studies in Physical Education.

Paula has coached a large number of gymnasts to State Championships, with many achieving personal best results and taking out placings.  Her judging career has seen Paula attend local and state competitions.  She has also had the opportunity to judge at multiple Australian Championships.

Throughout her career, Paula has had exposure to a variety of Brisbane Gymnastics clubs, including but not limited to QGSSA Teams at Somerville House and St. Peters schools.  All of these experiences have provided Paula with new skills for her gymnasts.

In 2010, Paula began her career in Education.  She taught a students from Prep to year 6.  Teaching is her other  inlove after gymnastics.

Inspiring and supporting all gymnasts to achieve their own goals through dedication and hard work is what Paula endeavours to achieve.  Her gymnasts will not know their limits unless they strive to keep improving everyday.  BCGC is very privileged to have Paulaand her tremendous knowledge she brings as part of our community.

Eszter began her gymnastics, trampoline, and dance journey at just 2 years old, balancing all three disciplines until age 8, when she chose to focus on dance. Since then, she has won numerous awards and competitions.

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By age 11, Eszter was already assisting with teaching at her dance school, and when BCGC started in 2018, she began sharing her love of teaching at the gym while continuing her own dancing and schooling.

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At 14, she successfully completed her beginner coaching course and continued developing her skills through further education and practical experience. Even before the club had a permanent gymnasium, Eszter assisted her mum, Reka, with choreographing routines and teaching dance classes. From the end of 2019 until securing her first professional contract at the end of 2023, she was BCGC’s lead choreographer, responsible for creating routines across the club.

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From age 16, Eszter was accepted into QCD’s Commercial Full-Time Program while completing high school through distance education — a path usually undertaken after graduation. She completed the program just before turning 18, earning a Diploma in Pre-Professional Commercial Dance alongside her high school certificate.

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By her 18th birthday, Eszter had secured a professional dancer contract with Celebrity Cruises, where she works not only as a dancer but also as an aerialist and Aerial Captain.

She now returns to BCGC between professional contracts as a guest teacher and choreographer, sharing her experience, creativity, and industry knowledge with our gymnasts.

Taylah began her gymnastics journey at the age of two. At nine years old, she transitioned from Level 3 Artistic Gymnastics to Level 7 Acrobatic Gymnastics, where she discovered her lifelong passion for acrobatics and began a pathway that continues to shape her career today.

As an athlete, Taylah represented Queensland on five occasions, achieving top-three placings each time. Her achievements include a Level 7 Trio Top in 2010, Junior International Trio Top from 2011-2014, and a Level 8 Trio base in 2022. She was also selected for the Australian Squad twice and competed at the World Trials in 2011 and 2014.

Taylah’s coaching philosophy is strongly influenced by her experiences as an athlete. She is passionate about developing confident, technically strong, and well-rounded athletes, and is dedicated to creating a positive and supportive training environment that encourages athletes to reach their potential while fostering a genuine love for acrobatic gymnastics.

In addition to coaching, Taylah continues to expand her professional knowledge of the sport through judging and her involvement with the QLD Sports Management Committee, working closely with Gymnastics Queensland. She is deeply committed to the growth and future of acrobatic gymnastics at BCGC and within the wider acrobatics community, striving to make a positive and lasting impact by mentoring athletes, supporting fellow coaches, and contributing to the ongoing development of the sport—with the hope of helping shape a pathway towards Olympic recognition at the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games and beyond.

Lisa began Acrobatics and Dancing at the age of five before choosing to pursue Acrobatic Gymnastics at seven. She commenced competing as a Base in a Level 2 Women’s Pair in 2014 and has since been selected for the Acrobatic Gymnastics Queensland team in 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024.

From 2018 to 2024, Lisa competed as an International Stream Acrobat, driven by her passion, dedication, and commitment to the sport. She was part of an International Stream Women’s Pair for five years, achieving 3rd overall at the 2021 Australian Gymnastics Championships and 1st overall at the 2024 Australian Gymnastics Championships. During this period, she was also named to the Australian Squad in 2021/2022 and 2023/2024. Representing BCGC, Lisa competed at the 2022 and 2023 Maia International Acro Cup in Portugal, placing 13th and 4th respectively. After qualifying for the Australian Team at the Acrobatic Gymnastics World Championships Trial in November 2023, Lisa and her partner attended the AIS Training Camp in January 2024. She went on to represent Australia at the 2024 Maia International Acro Cup, finishing 7th, and at the Acrobatic Gymnastics World Championships in September 2024, placing 13th.

Lisa began her coaching journey at 14, completing her Beginner Coaching Course. By 16, she had obtained Intermediate coaching accreditations in Acrobatic Gymnastics and Women’s Artistic Gymnastics, as well as her Intermediate Judging accreditation in Acrobatic Gymnastics. In 2024, she achieved her Advanced Acrobatic Gymnastics coaching accreditation, and in 2025 gained her Club Coaching Educator (CCE) accreditation. Through this role, Lisa supports and mentors new coaches as they develop the skills, confidence, and knowledge required to begin their coaching pathways. She is passionate about coaching and inspiring young athletes to believe in themselves and reach their full potential.”

Mia’s gymnastics journey began in 2013 at Ferny Hills Gymnastics Club, where she fell in love with the sport and dedicated most of her days to practice. By the age of eight, she had earned her level 5 badge in 2016, inspired by her younger sister’s acrobatics.

In late 2017, Mia joined Active Arts and started acrobatics in a level 7 trio. She made her national debut in 2018 and competed again in 2019, this time in a level 9 trio.

After her bases retired, Mia moved to BCGC in late 2019 and embarked on her international acro career in a women’s pair. In 2021, she achieved a 3rd-place finish at the Australian Gymnastics Championships and secured a spot on the 2021-2022 Australian Squad.

In 2022, Mia placed 13th in the 12-18 stream at the MAIA International Acro Cup. She then competed in 2023, securing a 4th-place finish at the same competition. In 2024, she competed at MIAC for the third time, finishing 7th overall. In September 2024 she participated in the World Championships in the 13-19 category, where she placed 13th overall.

At the age of 14, Mia completed her Beginner Coaching Course, and at 16, she earned her intermediate and advanced acrobatics coaching accreditation. She’s passionate about growing her accreditation and guiding young athletes to build confidence, resilience and a lifelong love of movement by fostering a positive and encouraging training environment.

Aleisha started in the gymnastics world at age 2 (2009) in kinder gym, moving into Artistic gymnastics at age 5 (2012) with Farkas and was invited to trial for Acrobatic gymnastics the following year. She quickly found her love for Acro with coach Reka and competed as a top in both pairs and trios from Level 2-4. Due to her height she needed to transition to a base in 2016 and has competed in the state and national stream from Level 3 to Stage2 WP.

This will be Aleisha’s 13th year competing as an Acrobatic Gymnast, and she is still as passionate and dedicated as the day she began. Her overall Acro goal has never changed, represent Queensland and compete Internationally representing Australia.

Aleisha, from a young age, expressed her desire to become a Gymnastics/Acro coach and completed her Beginner Coaching course at 14 at the end of 2021, as well as her Intermediate Coaching course at 16 at the end of 2024. She enjoys being able to share the love for her sport with athletes and teach them the foundations of gymnastics to help them improve their overall strength and self-confidence. 

Aleisha is a true reflection of what BCGC stands for as a club…. hard work, tenacity, passion, and kindness!

Hailey started Dancing at the age of 3 (2008) and continued until she was 7 in 2012. She then moved to Artistic Gymnastics at Albany Creek Gymnastics at the age of 7 (2012) were she competed all the way to level 5. 

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In 2016 Hailey was asked to trial for Acrobatics. She began training both Artistic Gymnastics and Acrobatics training 6 days a week. In 2018 Hailey decided to just continue with Acrobatic Gymnastics as it was her passion. Hailey progressed all the way to level 8 women’s trio. She has competed at both a State and National level for both Artistic Gymnastics and Acrobatic Gymnastics.

In May 2022 Hailey participated in the Australian National Championships where her trio was crowned Second in Australia. 

At the age of only 14, Hailey has completed her Beginner Coaching Course in 2019 and since then has also completed her Intermediate Acrobatics and WAG Coaching Accreditations. Alongside Hailey’s Coaching Accreditations she has also gained her Beginner and Intermediate Acro Judging Accreditations. 

She is excited to use her skills and her passion for the sports to coach the young optimistic children and help them in reaching their goals.

Hailey has great dedication, and has always strived for the very best in everything she does and is willing to bring that to her role as a coach.

Amber began her Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) journey at just two years old in 2013 at Sandgate PCYC, where she participated in KinderGym and quickly developed a strong passion for the sport. Over the next decade, she progressed through the competitive levels, retiring in 2024 after competing at Level 7.

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She commenced regional-level competition in 2018 at Level 3, and by Level 5 was representing at state-level competitions. Amber went on to compete in numerous major events throughout her career. One of her proudest achievements was qualifying for the 2020 Level 5 National Clubs Championships—an incredible milestone, although she was unfortunately unable to compete due to COVID-19 quarantine restrictions.

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In 2022, Amber transitioned from Sandgate PCYC to train Level 6 WAG at BCGC, where she enjoyed further competitive success before retiring following her Level 7 season in 2024.

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​Alongside her competitive career, Amber developed a strong interest in coaching, inspired by the supportive coaches around her. She began coaching at BCGC at just 12 years old, gaining experience working with younger gymnasts under the close supervision of senior coaches. Amber is now progressing through our club’s coach development pathway and is mentored by our Club Coach Educator, developing strong coaching, class management, and leadership skills in a safe and supportive environment, while sharing her knowledge, passion, and love of gymnastics with the next generation.

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Timea began her Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) journey at just 2 years old and competed through to Level 7 before retiring from competition in 2024. Throughout her career, she competed at numerous regional and state championships, with a standout achievement of placing in the top 6 on beam at the Level 7 State Championships.

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In 2020, Timea transferred from Delta to BCGC to train Level 4 WAG, becoming the first competitive gymnast BCGC had and contributing to the foundation of the club’s competitive program. In September 2024, she expanded her athletic pathway by commencing aerial training at BCGC, which she continues to pursue alongside her coaching career.

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Timea developed a passion for coaching at the age of 12, inspired by those around her and her love for WAG, acrobatics, and aerial disciplines. She is eager to learn and continually develop, progressing through the club’s coaching development pathway under the mentorship of the Club Coach Educator, while creating a positive and supportive environment for her athletes.