Our Coaches
The People Who Make Us Amazing
Julie Ewenson
Club Administrator
My love of gymnastics started when i was selected to be in my school team at the age of 7. I retired at 16 and then life took over! My eldest daughter showed potential aged 5 so I searched to find a local club. My youngest daughter followed in her footsteps and I was totally transported back into the gymnastics world. I qualified as a coach in pre-school, general, women's artistic and acrobatics and I am also a regional acrobatics judge and a national BSGA judge. I am proud that my club has coached thousands of children since I established Jaybee in 2002 and that all of my coaches are ex gymnasts who have moved through the club and decided to pass on their knowledge and love for the sport.
Maxine
Head of Elite Acrobatics
Hello, I’m Maxine and I have been a part of gymnastics for 26 years! I am currently the Acrobatics head coach but sometimes work with the rec & preschool gymnasts. I believe gymnastics to be such an important sport giving the children lifelong personal skills in determination, focus, team work and making friends. I love seeing the hard work and progress from all levels of our club and the enjoyment that all our members get from our sessions.
Tayla-May
Head Coach- Rec, F&V and Acro
Hi, I'm Tayla. Gymnastics has been part of my life since the age of three and continued training and competing until I was 21!! I currently coach the elite team, floor and vault competitions squads and the recreational classes! I love gymnastics and I am passionate about passing my love of the sport onto the next generations. I love seeing my gymnasts every week and there is no better feeling than seeing the look on their faces when they learn a new skill, progress to a new grade or win medals at competitions. I love being a part of the Jaybee family!
Abbie
Head Coach- Rec, F&V and Acro
Hi, I'm Abbie and I coach the Acro squad, floor and vault squads & Recreational classes. I competed in the Acro squad myself for 10yrs from the age of 8 where I developed a love for the sport and competing! I am a qualified level 3 acrobatic coach and I enjoy teaching new Acro skills and watching the gymnasts succeed at high level competitions! I’m still just as competitive as when I was young so I like to challenge the gymnasts, hard work pays off especially when the sweet box is around!
Jacey
Head Coach- Rec and F&V
Hi, I’m Jacey and I’m proud to say that I have been coaching at Jaybee Gymnastics Club since it’s establishment in 2002! It’s been a huge pleasure to see the club grow from strength to strength and I’ve enjoyed teaching hundreds of gymnasts throughout the the years-many of who are now coaches themselves! I currently teach the recreational classes and the younger gymnast’s Floor & Vault squad-preparing them for gradings and competitions. I also offer Jaybee Gymnastics before and after school clubs in the local area. I like to maintain the fun of gymnastics and love seeing gymnasts discover, enjoy and master new skills!
Harriet
Coach- Rec, F&V and Acro
Hi, I’m Harriet and I’ve been a member of Jaybee for over 10 years! I was a part of the Acrobatics Squad which meant I got to travel and compete in to some incredible places (like Disneyland Paris!), winning lots and lots of medals and titles. I have now retired from training and have now moved on to coach instead. I teach Recreational gymnasts, Floor & Vault Squad and Acro Squad (of all ages). The best part of my job is not only watching these hardworking children develop as gymnasts, but seeing them grow into caring & wonderful people! It’s the best job ever! Can’t wait to see you all back and ready to work hard!
Grace Mac
Coach- Rec and Acro
Hello , I am Grace I am 19 years old and have been coaching for 6 years. I started as an assistant coach when I was 13 which I loved ! I trained with the club for 8 years in the Acro squad which I competed with many partners in different types of competitions including nationals ! I currently coach the Acro squad on a Thursday evening and teach recreation classes on a Saturday morning and Friday nights, I love coaching gymnastics as I can help progress and teach new skills which makes the gymnasts very happy which is always great to see , looking forward to getting back and teaching you all soon
Freya
Coach-Â Rec, F&V and Acro
My name is Freya and I have been doing gymnastics since I was 6 years old, I started in rec classes before competing in the floor and vault squad, and then into the acro squad when I was 9, and have never stopped loving it, I was lucky enough to start helping coaching from about the age of 12, I now teach floor and vault squads and the development acro.
Dan
Coach
Hi there I’m dan, I’m 17 and I’ve been a member of the jaybee family for 11 years now, I was a member of the elite Acro team for about 10 years and have qualified for every national final since since I was 9 (competed from grade 1 to grade 5) I have now stopped competing but still have the honour to coach and judge for the team. I have been coaching at Wanstead youth centre since I was 11 and love doing what I do and passing on all of my experience to our younger gymnasts who are thriving to get as many golds as possible. I am so grateful to be a part of this team and I’m excited to see what the future holds for all you young stars !
Olivia
Coach
Hiya I'm Olivia, I'm 17 years old and I've been a member of Jaybee Gymnastics for around 8 years. I was previously part of the floor and vault squad which I thoroughly enjoyed but I stopped last year to focus on my school work. I have been coaching since I was 14 and currently work on Saturday and Sunday mornings teaching recreational sessions. Watching gymnasts learn new skills is definitely the best part about coaching and I hope to see you all back in the gym very soon!
Daisy
Coach
Hi I’m Daisy I’m 17 years old, I’ve been a part of Jaybee gymnastics for around 6 years, training with the floor and vault squad for 4 of them. I stopped last year to give time to my studies but gymnastics was something I really enjoyed and why I decided to continue into my coaching role! I like talking to the gymnasts, teaching new skills and seeing their progress. See you all soon!
Stephanie
Coach
Hi i’m Stephanie! I’m 17 years old and I’ve been a part of the Jaybee club since I was 6 years old. I used to train as part of the floor & vault squad until I went on to join the acrobatics team. I started coaching when I was 13 and have continued to do so up to this day!
Micaela
Coach
Hi my name is Micaela I am 32 years old. When my Son & Daughter started Preschool Gymnastics with Jaybee, it sparked an interest for me and decided to pursue it. Thenceforth I gained my pre-school qualifications and become apart of the Jaybee Club 7 years ago. I teach & oversee Gymnastics sessions on a Sunday morning and Tuesday evening. I love to encourage & support my gymnasts for them to achieve new skills and self confidence which for me is the most rewarding part of my job.
Elyse
Coach
Hi, my name is Elyse and I’m 17 years old. I’ve been coaching for 3 years on a Friday. I was previoisly in the floor and vault squad since I was 11 years old and loved doing gymnastics!  I enjoy helping gymnasts improving on their skills and I can’t wait to see everyone back at the gym!
Rebecca
Coach
Hi, I’m Rebecca! I’m 16, I started gymnastics when I was 7 with Jaybee at school. Since then I’ve been in multiple different classes and now I train with the acro squad. I was eager to start coaching so I could help other gymnasts improve and started about 2 years ago. My favourite part about being a coach is having fun with my groups while improving skills.
Lily
Coach
Hey my name is Lily, I’m 14 years old and I have been training at Jaybee Gymnastics for 7 years now. I started with a little bit of floor and vault which was really fun but when I moved into Acro I loved it so much. I have learnt so much over the years and have found my second family. I have been coaching for almost a year and I have enjoyed it so much, I coach on a Friday evening with children of all ages and the best thing about it is watching them learn new and exiting skills every week!
Ethan
Coach
Hi I’m Ethan! I’m 15 years old and I’ve been a part of Jaybee gymnastics for around 5 years. I was part of the acro squad for 4 years achieving a silver medal at the national finals! I have been coaching for 3 years, starting of as a volunteer for recreational and moving on to be becoming a coach for the floor and vault squad on a Friday. I love coaching as I am able to share my love and passion for dance and gymnastics with others. Can’t wait to see u all in the gym soon !!
Holly
Coach
Hiya, i’m Holly I’ve been competing and training with Jaybee for almost 11 years in the acro squad . I started coaching as a helper when i was 9 and thoroughly enjoyed watching the gymnasts learn new skills and progress while having fun. I currently work on Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and I hope to see you all soon !
Bo
Coach
Hi I’m Bo and I am 16  years old. I have been a gymnasts  for over 10 years and still compete acrobatic gymnastics nationally and internationally with Jaybee. I currently train 11 hours a week and  coach 3 hours a week on Fridays. I really enjoy teaching children and watching them progress aswell as making gymnastics fun.
Maya
Coach
Hey! My name’s Maya and I’m 14 years old. I have been a member of Jaybee Gymnastics for nearly 11 years and have enjoyed every moment of it. I started in floor and vault but now train in Jaybee’s acro squad. I started helping out in the gym when I was 13 on Fridays and Saturdays but now fill in if needed. Personally I think the best part of coaching is seeing the gymnasts face when they get a new skill! I hope to see everyone back in the gym soon.
Grace E
Coach
Hiya , my names Grace and im 16 years old. I’ve been a member of Jaybee for 12 years and i was a member of the elite squad! I sadly left this year in order to focus on school work however continued with my coaching so i could help teach younger children what i love doing most! I am a coach on Tuesdays , Saturdays and Sundays and currently teach the recreation sessions!
Ellie
Coach
Hi I’m Ellie, I’m 17 years old and I have been a part of Jaybee Gymnastics Club for 7 years. I still compete acrobatic gymnastic nationally and regionally with  Jaybee. I currently train 11 hours a week and coach on Friday and Saturday for 3 hours each at Wanstead. I enjoy coaching and especially when a gymnast achieves a new skill.
Hollie
Coach
Hello I’m Hollie. I started training at Jaybee Gymnastics when I was about 8 years old, I was then part of the floor and vault squad. I enjoyed this so much that I continued training with the squad for almost 4 years. I left around the age of 14 to become a coach. I love sharing my passion of gymnastics to my groups on a Monday night and Sunday morning and watching them grow to love gymnastics as much as I do.
Millie
Coach
Hey I’m Millie, I’m 14 years old and have been a member of Jaybee Gymnastics Club for just over 9 years. I coach recreational class on a Friday evening helping children to have as much fun learning gymnastics as I did. I’ve been coaching for nearly 4 years and can’t wait to continue after lock down
