Eliza Ieni - Owner

Coach Kayla

Team Administrative Director, In-House, Recreational, Adult Gymnastics, Tumbling Coach and Administrative Assistant

Kayla started gymnastics when she was 11 months old at Tri Star Gymnastics and started competing Excel Bronze at 8 years old. During highschool she competed through the NGA at Seacoast Gymnastics as an Excel Gold. After high school she went to Roger Williams University to recieve a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture and Secondary Study in Visual art. During college she competed in NAIGC (National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs) at Level 8 and specialized in Floor, Vault and Beam. During her college career she went to regionals and nationals three times. 

Outside of coaching she enjoys spending time on Lake Winnipesaukee and competing in snowboarding along with spending time at home in New Durham with her cats Summit and Alpine. 

Kayla’s goal is to build positive relationships with her gymnasts and help them develop a lasting love for the sport. She wants every gymnast to feel supported, encouraged, and valued throughout practice. Her goal is for each gymnast to leave practice feeling positive and excited to come back to gymnastics each week.

Coach Kelley

Recreational Director and Team Coach, 

Kelley started gymnastics at the age of 5. She competed in the JO (Junior Olympics) program for many years with numerous awards including all aorund state champion. Kelley started coaching at the age of 16 and coached until she was 21 and became a travel agent. Kelley returned to coaching after her 1st son was born and continued coaching for 20 years and currently coaches our team girls and recreation classes. During her 20+ years of coaching she coached JO, Excel, NGA and was also a registered level 5 Judge for the JO program. 

Kelley Became a registered Behavior Technition and currently works at Woodland Heights School as an RBT and is the president of the Laconia district support staff union. Kelley lives in the Lakes Region with her husband and 2 sons, 1 is Freshly Graduated from High School and the other is a Senior at Keene State College.

Coach Kristen

In-House Team Director and Recreational Coach 

Kristen brings a lifelong passion for gymnastics to Winni Gymnastics.  She is a former USAG gymnast, level 5, and used this athletic foundation to help develop her outdoor sports as an adult, including: hiking, rock climbing, skiing, and running.  Without the gymnastics foundation, Kristen couldn’t have excelled in these sports in the same way.  Joining the Winni Gymnastics coaches team in 2025, Kristen coaches to develop strength, technique, balance and power needed for gymnastics and any sport to follow. 

Outside of gymnastics, Kristen has been a high school math teacher for 16 years and is a proud mother of two amazing girls.  Kristen provides words of encouragement to everyone that she works with; in the High School classroom, at Winni, and at home, and is dedicated to helping every gymnast build confidence both on and off the mat.

Coach Lexi

Recreational Director, In-House Team, Pre-Team and Recreational Coach

Lexi believes coaching is more than teaching skills and strives to create an environment where children feel confident, supported, and excited to come back each week. She has five years of gymnastics coaching experience and has been a competitive cheerleader since the age of 9 where she developed a love for teamwork, athletic growth and working hard to reach new goals.

Outside of the gym, Lexi works as a behavior technician where she supports children with a variety of learning styles and needs. Understanding that every child learns differently has strengthened her passion to help each athlete feel welcomed, challenged, and celebrated as they grow.

She can't wait to meet all of the gymnasts and their families and help create lasting memories, friendships and inspire a lifetime love of movement.

Coach Caitlin

Team, Recreational and Tumbling Coach

Caitlin’s love for gymnastics began as a competitive USAG gymnast in Rhode Island, where she trained and competed throughout her childhood. During high school, she continued her gymnastics career on her high school team and competed at the national level. Before joining Winni Gymnastics, Caitlin coached both recreational and USAG competitive gymnastics in Rhode Island and Northern Colorado, as well as teaching Acro/Tumbling at a local dance studio in New Hampshire.

Caitlin holds a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology with a focus in Exercise Science from the University of Rhode Island. She loves helping gymnasts build confidence, work through challenges, and discover what they are capable of, while making sure they have fun along the way.

Outside of the gym, Caitlin is a homeschooling mom of three who enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, skiing, teaching and riding horses, and exploring the outdoors around New Hampshire.

Coach Olivia

Recreational and Parent and Me Coach

Olivia is a Rec. Gymnastics & Cheer Coach with a lifelong love for both sports. She cheered from the ages of 7 to 18, gaining years of experience that now shape her positive, athlete-focused coaching style.

She currently serves as the Cheer Coordinator and Head Coach for the Lakes Region Legends Cheer Team, where she works closely with athletes to build strong skills, confidence, and teamwork. She most recently brought back a 3rd place win at Nationals in North Carolina, December 2025. Her specialty is tumbling, and she is especially passionate about helping athletes master fundamentals safely while having fun and feeling successful.

She also brings a parent’s perspective to coaching. Her daughter has been involved in cheer for four years and gymnastics for five, and currently competes on the Level 3 Winni Competition Team. Being both a coach and a cheer mom gives her a deeper understanding of athlete development and the importance of a supportive, encouraging environment.

Coach Patty

Pre-Team & Team Coach

Coach Skye

Team, Recreational, Tumbling and Pre-School Coach 

Skye began gymnastics at age 3 at Lakes Region Gymnastics, where she was coached by our current team coaches, Coach Kelley and Coach Patty. She began competing in USAG at age 8, advancing to Sapphire, qualifying for Regionals seven consecutive years, and becoming Regional Champion twice.

At 13, Skye began coaching at Lakes Region Gymnastics while continuing her own competitive career. She later competed at Impact Gymnastics and Palestra Gymnastics in Derry, where she continues to coach today.

At Winnisquam High School, Skye became the school’s first and only gymnast. She created the opportunity for gymnastics competition at the school and competed throughout high school.

Skye also spent six summers at International Gymnastics Camp as a camper and has returned for the past two summers as a coach, working with Level 10 and elite gymnasts alongside Olympic-level coaches.

Skye loves coaching gymnasts of all ages and helping them build confidence, develop skills, and grow their love for the sport. Bars is her favorite event!

Outside of gymnastics, she enjoys riding her motorcycle, shopping, working out, and practicing gymnastics. She is excited to share her passion and experience with the next generation of gymnasts!

Coach Ryleigh

Assistant Recreational and Pre-School Coach

Ryleigh began her coaching journey at the gym volunteering at age 13 and now coaches preschool and recreational gymnastics classes. 

She has a passion for working with children and loves helping young athletes learn, grow, and gain confidence both in and out of the gym. Her goal is to create a fun, safe, and encouraging environment where every child feels supported and excited to participate. Through her positive attitude and dedication, she strives to make a lasting impact on each gymnast she coaches.