Tots Program Instructors

Michelle Wylam

Former USAG competing gymnast. Started gymnastics at the age of 5, competed levels 5 – 8 in USA Gymnastics, moved on to high school gymnastics where her team won Sections (Big 9). Michelle’s daughter Lexi is currently in Elite’s Level 4 team program. Michelle holds a J.D. from St. Thomas School of Law and a B.S. in Child Psychology from the U of MN and is family law attorney when she is not coaching. American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certified. Ongoing EGA training.

Mariya Balakireva

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.

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