NV Gymnastics
One Team & One Dream
One Team & One Dream
NV Gymnastics is located in Plano Texas.
We specialize in youth gymnastics.
We specialize in youth gymnastics.
Believe - Achieve
Our Mission
NV Gymnastics is providing the high-quality sports (and life) experiences through the great sport of gymnastics.
Our business is gymnastics, but we value family and community above all else.
NV Gymnastics offers a safe, nurturing environment for your child to learn and grow physically and mentally.
Gelena and Andrey
started their coaching careers more than twenty years ago. Both have retired from competitive gymnastics, but they still had passion for the sport and they have chosen to stay in the industry.
For many years they have been coaching at different gyms - Gelena has been working in Dallas while Andrey was in Chicago. Andrey has moved to Texas in 2022 and continued coaching at a local gym.
Gelena and Andrey always had a dream of opening their own gym - an establishment that would operate in accordance with their philosophy, values and teaching techniques. Both coaches have different teaching styles that compliment each other.
The opportunity of realizing the dream has come along when the previous owner of Golden Grip gym has offered them to take over the business, and they did not miss it! In spite of all the challenges, the dream has come true, and now Gelena and Andrey are training young athletes of different levels by using individual approach to each one of them and looking forward to meeting the new ones!
The new gym has been named NV Gymnastics - owners' last name initials.
For many years they have been coaching at different gyms - Gelena has been working in Dallas while Andrey was in Chicago. Andrey has moved to Texas in 2022 and continued coaching at a local gym.
Gelena and Andrey always had a dream of opening their own gym - an establishment that would operate in accordance with their philosophy, values and teaching techniques. Both coaches have different teaching styles that compliment each other.
The opportunity of realizing the dream has come along when the previous owner of Golden Grip gym has offered them to take over the business, and they did not miss it! In spite of all the challenges, the dream has come true, and now Gelena and Andrey are training young athletes of different levels by using individual approach to each one of them and looking forward to meeting the new ones!
The new gym has been named NV Gymnastics - owners' last name initials.
About Us
Our class coaches represent fun, enthusiasm, and an excellent knowledge of the fundamentals of gymnastics.
Our team coaches share over 50 years of coaching experience. Among them, they have sent numerous gymnasts to State, Regional, and National level competitions, with many
of those gymnasts holding titles at each level. The level of expertise is unsurpassed.
of those gymnasts holding titles at each level. The level of expertise is unsurpassed.
The coaches have led teams to numerous state team titles, individual titles and All-Around titles. They are each passionate and committed to the sport of gymnastics.
They are all certified through USA Gymnastics and are committed to providing a positive experience for every student.
Our recreational coaches were almost all gymnasts and share a passion for physical fitness and awareness.
Our recreational coaches were almost all gymnasts and share a passion for physical fitness and awareness.
Cool Coaches
50 Years of Work
Numerous Titles
Certified Trainer
Coach Gelena (Helen)
is a co-owner of the gym as well as the Women’s Team head coach.
She grew up in USSR. She trained at the Children’s Special School of Olympic Reserves Gymnastics in Tomsk and competed as elite gymnast. She graduated from Tomsk State University with Bachelor degrees of Science, Biology, Chemistry and Sport Physiology. She has over 35 years of all USAG Women’s Gymnastics levels from compulsory through Elite coaching experience and choreographer. Her dance experience is coming from being a ballet dancer of 5 years at the Seversk Musical Theater. Over the years she has developed many State, Regional, Western and National Champions. She dedicates to bringing out the best in the team and challenging them to perform at their absolute best.
Gelena is also certified and active Level 10 USAG Women’s Gymnastics Judge.
Hobbies: I love to go hiking with my friends, walking with my dog, traveling, and gardening.
Fun fact: Just learned how to ski and love it! My favorite event to compete was Beam and Floor, my favorite event to coach is Balance Beam.
She grew up in USSR. She trained at the Children’s Special School of Olympic Reserves Gymnastics in Tomsk and competed as elite gymnast. She graduated from Tomsk State University with Bachelor degrees of Science, Biology, Chemistry and Sport Physiology. She has over 35 years of all USAG Women’s Gymnastics levels from compulsory through Elite coaching experience and choreographer. Her dance experience is coming from being a ballet dancer of 5 years at the Seversk Musical Theater. Over the years she has developed many State, Regional, Western and National Champions. She dedicates to bringing out the best in the team and challenging them to perform at their absolute best.
Gelena is also certified and active Level 10 USAG Women’s Gymnastics Judge.
Hobbies: I love to go hiking with my friends, walking with my dog, traveling, and gardening.
Fun fact: Just learned how to ski and love it! My favorite event to compete was Beam and Floor, my favorite event to coach is Balance Beam.
Coach Andrey
is a co-owner of the gym as well as the Women’s Team head coach.
He grew up in USSR. He trained at the Children’s Gymnastics School in Dzerzhinsk and competed as elite gymnast. He graduated from Kuban State University of Physical Education, Sport and Tourism with the Bachelor of Physical Education and sport degrees. Andrey also worked as Circus Performer for the Ringling Brothers, Sky Surfers Circus, Nikulin Moscow Circus doing a Flying Trapeze and Russian Bars.
Andrey has over 16 years of all USAG Women’s Gymnastics levels from compulsory through Elite coaching experience. Over the years he has developed many State, Regional, Western and National Champions.
Hobbies: I love sports cars, spending time with his daughter Michelle, traveling and skiing.
Fun fact: I love to wash my car. Never did women’s uneven bars, but I love to coach it
He grew up in USSR. He trained at the Children’s Gymnastics School in Dzerzhinsk and competed as elite gymnast. He graduated from Kuban State University of Physical Education, Sport and Tourism with the Bachelor of Physical Education and sport degrees. Andrey also worked as Circus Performer for the Ringling Brothers, Sky Surfers Circus, Nikulin Moscow Circus doing a Flying Trapeze and Russian Bars.
Andrey has over 16 years of all USAG Women’s Gymnastics levels from compulsory through Elite coaching experience. Over the years he has developed many State, Regional, Western and National Champions.
Hobbies: I love sports cars, spending time with his daughter Michelle, traveling and skiing.
Fun fact: I love to wash my car. Never did women’s uneven bars, but I love to coach it
Coach Matt
came to NV Gymnastics from Southern California.
He grew up as a gymnast from the age of 5 and loved training parallel bars the most. He is the boys’ head coach and has been coaching for 17 years. He has served as a clinician in Region 1 training camps and has coached many state and regional champions, all start team members, national qualifiers and invitees to select training camps. Coach Matt believes that gymnastics gives kids a solid foundation of discipline and confidence that are important parts of real life skills. Coach Matt plans and executes lesson plans for practices; provides comfort, advice, and solutions for students when problems are voiced.
He grew up as a gymnast from the age of 5 and loved training parallel bars the most. He is the boys’ head coach and has been coaching for 17 years. He has served as a clinician in Region 1 training camps and has coached many state and regional champions, all start team members, national qualifiers and invitees to select training camps. Coach Matt believes that gymnastics gives kids a solid foundation of discipline and confidence that are important parts of real life skills. Coach Matt plans and executes lesson plans for practices; provides comfort, advice, and solutions for students when problems are voiced.
Coach Irina
is originally from Kazakhstan.
She has over 20 years coaching experience. She is the head coach for Bronze, Silver and Gold teams, and also the compulsory coach. Her goal for the program is to keep growing, improving, and having fun. Not only are her athletes “having fun” they regularly qualify and medal at States. Her enthusiasm and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset to our program.
Hobbies: I love swimming, cooking and spending time with my friends. I love dogs and horses.
Fun fact: She loves shopping.
She has over 20 years coaching experience. She is the head coach for Bronze, Silver and Gold teams, and also the compulsory coach. Her goal for the program is to keep growing, improving, and having fun. Not only are her athletes “having fun” they regularly qualify and medal at States. Her enthusiasm and attention to detail make her an invaluable asset to our program.
Hobbies: I love swimming, cooking and spending time with my friends. I love dogs and horses.
Fun fact: She loves shopping.
Ross
came to NV Gymnastics in 2019 as a Men’s compulsory and pre-team coach.
He previously coached men’s and women’s gymnastics as well as trampoline and tumbling. During the period from 1993 to 2003, Ross coached 4 World age group champions in Power tumbling, 3 World age group Trampoline finalists, 2 World group Double Mini champions, 4 USA National team members in Power Tumbling and Double Mini, and a World Double Mini champion.
He has produced great quality gymnasts, tumblers and trampolinists at every gym he has coached.
Ross left the sport from 2003 until 2019 to teach science. He currently teaches physics and works with our men’s gymnastics program. Coach Ross is very patient about teaching children the basics of gymnastics.
He previously coached men’s and women’s gymnastics as well as trampoline and tumbling. During the period from 1993 to 2003, Ross coached 4 World age group champions in Power tumbling, 3 World age group Trampoline finalists, 2 World group Double Mini champions, 4 USA National team members in Power Tumbling and Double Mini, and a World Double Mini champion.
He has produced great quality gymnasts, tumblers and trampolinists at every gym he has coached.
Ross left the sport from 2003 until 2019 to teach science. He currently teaches physics and works with our men’s gymnastics program. Coach Ross is very patient about teaching children the basics of gymnastics.
Coach Rowan Pruit
is our recreational coach.
She started gymnastics and dance at the age of 7. Gymnastics has been a foundational aspect of her life and she believes it has made her the hardworking person she is today.
Hobbies: I love working out, dance, and makeup
Fun fact: She has one dog named Yoda!
She started gymnastics and dance at the age of 7. Gymnastics has been a foundational aspect of her life and she believes it has made her the hardworking person she is today.
Hobbies: I love working out, dance, and makeup
Fun fact: She has one dog named Yoda!
Laura Wallick DeWeese
Recreational Program Director, team coach.
Recreational Program Director, team coach.
Coach Laura developed a love for gymnastics at a very young age and her passion led her to become a gymnastics coach. She has over 30 years of coaching experience. She is a compulsory, Xcel, and Optionals team coach. She has coached all levels of USAG Women's Gymnastics. She has also coached Men's Gymnastics through level 9, and Trampoline and Tumbling through Senior Elite. Over the years, she has helped develop many State, Regional, Western and National Champions and competitors. She believes gymnastics is the best tool for dealing with challenges and adversity in life. She believes gymnastics helps teach kids to take responsibility for their decisions and choices. She wants everyone to learn and grow as far as their dreams will take them.
Hobbies: I love photography, animals, ziplines, ropes courses, hiking, and doing anything with my family.
Fun fact: I have 5 kids. Two of them became senior elites on trampoline. My daughter got a 10 on bars once at level 7 North State.
Hobbies: I love photography, animals, ziplines, ropes courses, hiking, and doing anything with my family.
Fun fact: I have 5 kids. Two of them became senior elites on trampoline. My daughter got a 10 on bars once at level 7 North State.
