EGA Staff Information

Megan Tschida

Women's Program Coach

Womens gymnastics, usag, minnesota gymnasticsMegan Tschida started gymnastics at the age of 4 and competed under Sanich and Valentina for 2 years in 1996-1998. She obtained a NCAA division 1, full-ride scholarship to Utah State University, and competed for them for 4 years. Became the number one all-arounder for the USU Aggies in her freshman year and obtained a 9.95 on the floor exercise which tied her for the second all-time high in school history.

Mariya Balakireva

Preschool Program Director/Coach

Pre-School Gymnastics, Tots GymnasticsAs a former competitive gymnast,she has transitioned her experience into a successful Coaching career in youth gymnastics. Her focus on coaching has been with pre-school through high school levels of gymnastics.

Coaching technique is structured in the Russian style with a strong emphasis on solid techniques and safety.

Valentina Balakireva

Women's Program Head Coach

Gymnastics Burnsville Elite level Artistic gymnastics coach and choreographer, and has renowned her success as a coach at local, state, national and international competitive gymnastics levels. With over 35 years of experience in Russian style coaching and training with beginning skill levels through elite. Has a strong emphasis on technique and safety.

Alexandr Balakirev

Men's Program Head Coach

EGA Head Coach - Men's Gymnastics ProgramElite level Artistic Gymnastics coach with more than 35 years of International, Regional and State level experience.

Ten years of head coaching responsibilities in the United States, with competitive and recreational programs including program curriculum and club management.

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