GYMNASTICS AND TUMBLING

Eliza Ieni - Owner

Team Director, Pre-Team, Recreational, In-House, Pre-School and Tumbling coach

Eliza started gymnastics classes at the age of 3 and started competing in the Junior Olympic program at age 7. She won many state titles, including all-around state champion. As a teen Eliza competed as a level 8 regional gymnast for the Junior Olympic program.

After graduating High School, Eliza attended college at Roger Williams University, where she joined the Cheerleading team, and got her degree in criminal justice. She continued her studies at Massachusetts Law, where she got her Juris Doctor degree. She is still currently a member of the Massachusetts Bar, which is where she holds her law license.

Eliza has also worked as the Director of a private school in South Carolina. This is when she rekindled her love of working with children. After moving back to NH with her husband and three children, Eliza opened Winni Gymnastics to share her love of the sport with the community.

Coach Kayla

Team Director, In-House, Pre-Team, 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.

Coach Kelley

Recreational Director, Team Coach, Pre-Team

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 Director and Recreational Coach

Coach Lexi

Recreational Director, In-House and Parent and Me 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 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 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.

Coach Skye

Team, Pre-Team and Pre-School Coach

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