staff team
our leadership
Svetlana Lebedinskaya
Founder & Head Coach
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Svetlana Lebedinskaya
Founder & Head Coach
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Svetlana Lebedinskaya
Founder & Head Coach
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Viktor Trotter
Business Development Manager & Director
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Viktor Trotter
Business Development Manager & Director
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Viktor Trotter
Business Development Manager & Director
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Sophie Staddon
Welfare Officer & Choreographer
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Sophie Staddon
Welfare Officer & Choreographer
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Sophie Staddon
Welfare Officer & Choreographer
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Sophie Cripps
Junior Squad Lead & Coach
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Sophie Cripps
Junior Squad Lead & Coach
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Sophie Cripps
Junior Squad Lead & Coach
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Grace Middelton
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
Grace Middleton is our Recreational Lead and Day Manager, working throughout the week coaching and supporting gymnasts. A member of Swan since the age of four, she is now a Level 2 gymnastics coach working towards her Level 3 qualification.
Grace Middelton
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
Grace Middleton is our Recreational Lead and Day Manager, working throughout the week coaching and supporting gymnasts. A member of Swan since the age of four, she is now a Level 2 gymnastics coach working towards her Level 3 qualification.
Grace Middelton
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
Grace Middleton is our Recreational Lead and Day Manager, working throughout the week coaching and supporting gymnasts. A member of Swan since the age of four, she is now a Level 2 gymnastics coach working towards her Level 3 qualification.
Toni Smith
Day Manager
Tony Smith is our Level 2 Day Manager and has been part of Swan for many years. Caring and attentive, she keeps classes running smoothly and makes sure every child feels supported, welcomed and well looked after throughout their sessions.
Toni Smith
Day Manager
Tony Smith is our Level 2 Day Manager and has been part of Swan for many years. Caring and attentive, she keeps classes running smoothly and makes sure every child feels supported, welcomed and well looked after throughout their sessions.
Toni Smith
Day Manager
Tony Smith is our Level 2 Day Manager and has been part of Swan for many years. Caring and attentive, she keeps classes running smoothly and makes sure every child feels supported, welcomed and well looked after throughout their sessions.
Serena Batemen
Day Manager + Squad Coach
Serena Bateman has progressed from young leader to Level 3 coach at Swan. She works closely with Sophie and Svetlana in our junior squad programme and also serves as a Day Manager, helping keep classes organised, supportive and running smoothly.
Serena Batemen
Day Manager + Squad Coach
Serena Bateman has progressed from young leader to Level 3 coach at Swan. She works closely with Sophie and Svetlana in our junior squad programme and also serves as a Day Manager, helping keep classes organised, supportive and running smoothly.
Serena Batemen
Day Manager + Squad Coach
Serena Bateman has progressed from young leader to Level 3 coach at Swan. She works closely with Sophie and Svetlana in our junior squad programme and also serves as a Day Manager, helping keep classes organised, supportive and running smoothly.
Isbella
Day Manager
Isabella is a caring Level 2 coach progressing towards independently managing days at Swan. A former elite gymnast, she joined at three and advanced from junior leader, bringing her passion for gymnastics and experience to her coaching every single day.
Isabella Jarmain
Day Manager
Isabella is a caring Level 2 coach progressing towards independently managing days at Swan. A former elite gymnast, she joined at three and advanced from junior leader, bringing her passion for gymnastics and experience to her coaching every single day.
Isbella
Day Manager
Isabella is a caring Level 2 coach progressing towards independently managing days at Swan. A former elite gymnast, she joined at three and advanced from junior leader, bringing her passion for gymnastics and experience to her coaching every single day.
junior coaches
Riley
Junior Coach
Riley is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, working primarily with our development groups. She also helps with safety and our squad programmes, supporting gymnasts as they develop their skills and build confidence in every training session.
Riley
Junior Coach
Riley is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, working primarily with our development groups. She also helps with safety and our squad programmes, supporting gymnasts as they develop their skills and build confidence in every training session.
Riley
Junior Coach
Riley is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, working primarily with our development groups. She also helps with safety and our squad programmes, supporting gymnasts as they develop their skills and build confidence in every training session.
Camilia
Day Manager
Camilla is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Camilia
Day Manager
Camilla is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Camilia
Day Manager
Camilla is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Phoebe
Day Manager + Squad Coach
Phoebe is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Phoebe
Day Manager + Squad Coach
Phoebe is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Phoebe
Day Manager + Squad Coach
Phoebe is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Maiya
Day Manager
Maya is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Maiya
Day Manager
Maya is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Maiya
Day Manager
Maya is a Level 1 coach who supports classes across Swan, particularly our development groups. She also assists with safety and our squad programmes, helping gymnasts build their skills and confidence while supporting them throughout each stage of their training.
Ellie
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Viktorija
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Ellie
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Sera
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Sera
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Sera
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Freya
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Freya
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Freya
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Gemini
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Gemini
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Gemini
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Isla
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Isla
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Isla
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Olivia
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Olivia
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Olivia
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Sofia
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Sofia
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Sofia
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Izzie
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Viktorija
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Izzie
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Izzie
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Izzie
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Izzie
Recreational Lead & Day Manager
A former elite gymnast ranked in the top three globally, Svetlana competed at the highest international level including a televised victory at a USA dual meet in 1986. She founded Swan Academy over 14 years ago to bring world-class gymnastics coaching to children in Stevenage in a supportive, community-driven environment.
Holly
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Holly
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Holly
Day Manager
A Level 2 gymnastics coach and founder of a marketing agency working with sports clubs across the UK, Dubai and Singapore. As a Director of Swan Academy Community CIC, Viktor oversees finance, payroll, staffing, events and marketing strategy alongside Svetlana, bringing serious commercial experience to the club.
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Day Manager + Squad Coach
A professional dance teacher, Level 2 gymnastics coach and experienced SEND teacher. Sophie brings years of experience from running dance schools to her roles as Welfare Officer and Choreographer, ensuring every child feels safe and supported while bringing routines to life across the club.
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Viktorija
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.
Day Manager
A former regional champion and Level 2 coach working towards Level 3, Sophie started gymnastics at five and was one of Swan Academy's first ever coaches. She now leads our development and junior squad programmes alongside Svetlana, playing a key role in staff development and club growth.