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Some might say calisthenics is my life, and they wouldn't be too far off! I began calisthenics at the age of 4, competing for over 30 years in various teams, clubs and divisions. I loved representing my state, sport, club, coach, team and myself over that time however, I have now hung up the lycra and officially retired from performing! I am currently the Principal Coach at Carisbrook Calisthenics Club, a small but mighty club in the centre of Salisbury, and the Assistant Coach of the senior team at Gawler Calisthenics Club. I have been coaching for just over 10 years now and have taught all age groups (except masters) over a variety of divisions with varying degrees of calisthenics experience. I also teach graceful girls, solos, duos and calisthenics skills. I love sharing what I have learnt with my girls and I encourage them to run their own race, to step outside their comfort zones and to be proud confident versions of themselves. I believe there is ALWAYS time for fun and I enjoy sharing many special moments with my teams. I joined CALSAC in 2019 and in 2020 became Vice President. I am passionate about this committee and the role we play - without our talented, creative and qualified coaches we have no sport. 

Carly has had an almost lifelong involvement with calisthenics. She was a member of Brighton Calisthenics Club for most of her younger years, and competed in Junior National (1990), Intermediate National (1994) and Senior National (1995) teams. After taking a few years off to travel and have two children, Carly has returned to competitive calisthenics as a Marden Master. In her professional life, she is a qualified Graphic Designer and owns a marketing company with a focus on property. Carly's role with CALSAC is an opportunity to expand her love of calisthenics, with an interest in improving the way that the sport is marketed in South Australia. In her spare time, Carly can be found running her daughter around to calisthenics classes, talking about calisthenics and watching calisthenics!

Hayley’s calisthenics journey started when she was only 2 years old at Paralin, then moved to Northern Districts Calisthenics College as a sub junior. Hayley continued as a participating member until her senior years. However, she enjoys the coaching aspects more. In 1999, Hayley became a level 1 coach and has had many successful years winning multiple CASA aggregates at club level. Hayley currently coaches at Jem Calisthenics College and has thoroughly enjoyed her coaching journey.

This is Carolyn’s fifty ninth year of involvement in the sport of Calisthenics! Carolyn participated as a competitor for 31 years, competing in Victoria and South Australia, has been coaching for 48 years and have been actively involved in administration at club, state and National level for 26 years. Both her daughters have competed from Tinies to Masters and are still competing. Her eldest daughter has been coaching for 16 years and her youngest daughter is undertaking her Level 1 this year (her sons also participated as tinies and sub-juniors). Currently Carolyn presents coaching courses, assesses and mentors new coaches and assists her daughter with detailing and costuming for her teams and solo/duos. You would also recognise Carolyn’s voice from chairing competitions. Currently Carolyn is the ACFCC (Australian Calisthenic Federation Coaching Committee) Director of Coaching, Past President of CALSAC (Calisthenics SA Coaches Association), past vice president and member of CASA (the Calisthenic Association of South Australia). Carolyn has been awarded life membership of ACF, CALSAC, CASA, the Brighton Calisthenic Club, and the Port Lincoln Calisthenic Club.

Pip has been involved in Calisthenics since the age of 2 and a half and still participates as a team member in the Burnside Senior Team. Pip has represented many State and National teams which she has found to be amazing experiences. Pip has been a Level 1 Coach for 18 years, coaching at club level as well as state/national teams, and before becoming a coach Pip assisted multiple teams. Pip is currently the Tinies and Juniors coach at Jem Calisthenics club as well as helping out our other age groups which she loves. Pip coaches many graceful, solos and duos each year which is very rewarding to see the improvement and how much the girls enjoy performing on stage. In 2019 Pip received her received 15-year service award for ACF nationals for all her dedication. 

As a reflective practitioner, Brooke constantly evaluates her own personal teaching and learning using feedback from students and other like-minded professionals.  With a diverse knowledge of various dance styles which she has developed from over 14 years of dedicated teaching and 30 years of learning and performing.  Brooke has very high expectations of both herself and her students and strongly believes Calisthenics has taught her many life skills such as, resilience, determination, teamwork, self-confidence and self-worth but most important a hunger for success and the ability to reach her goals. Brooke has delivered seminars on Classical Technique and effective use of DLP’s at Adjudicators seminars, as well as many seminars for the level 1 coaching course. Brooke currently runs calisthenics extension classes which has over 150 kids involved from clubs all over SA.

Brooke has begun her own Not for Profit company that will run Eisteddfods involving Calisthenics both individually and teams to raise money to put back into local Calisthenics. Brooke is extremely passionate about the sport of Calisthenics and looks forward to dedicating many more years to the sport.