Coaches

Natalia Klimouk - Director

Natalia, or Natasha, formerly coach of the Belarus National Team, has 25+ years of experience. She is currently the Rhythmic Elite International Committee Chair. Natasha lives with her husband, son and mom in Vernon Hills, IL.

Dani Takova - Director

Dani, formerly Bulgarian National Team Coach, has 25+ years of experience. Dani’s strength is in developing talent in our younger team members, as well as being an integral part of training our competitive gymnasts. Dani lives with her husband in Arlington Heights and has two grown sons.

Angelina Yovcheva

Angelina, former rhythmic gymnast for the Bulgarian National and Group National teams, is a gifted choreographer and is the USA Gymnastics Group National Coach. Angelina lives in Chicago with her husband and children.

Margarita Mamzina

Margarita is a former Russian National Team coach. She was the head coach of the USA Rhythmic Gymnastics Group 2016 Olympic Team in Rio. She has almost 20 years of coaching experience. Margarita lives in Deerfield, IL and is co-owner of Twin City Rhythmic in Minneapolis.

Irina Starovoitova

Irina Starovoitova is a Ballet Master instructor. She teaches and choreographs Ballet, Character and Dance. She is the Winner of the Youth American Grand Prix ”Most Outstanding Teacher ” award for 2012, 2017 and 2019. Irina has a degree from the State of Belarus College of Choreography. As young dancer, Irina worked with world-renowned choreographer Valentine Elizarev with the Academy Theater of Opera and Ballet in Minsk, Belarus. During her years as soloist with the Belarusian State Dance Ensemble, Irina earned standing ovations in Spain, Italy, Germany and the USA. Irina also continues to perform as a soloist of ”Zabava” Folk Dance Company.