We are proud to offer the best coaching in Manitoba!

All of our coaches are certified under the National Canadian Certification Program.
They also have all completed the Child Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check and CPR/First Aid Certification course.


Our head coaching staff includes:



Zdravka Tchonkova, Director


As the director of Rhythmic Royals, Zdravka Tchonkova brings a wealth of experience as a former World Champion, Olympic Coach, International and National Team Coach, Brevet Official, RGM VP Marketing Chairperson and NCCP Level 4 Certified Coach and Course Conductor. All of our coaches and athletes are extremely fortunate to directly benefit from her extensive knowledge of the wonderful sport of rhythmic gymnastics.

    

Emily Richard, Head Coach


Emily Richard is a NCCP Level 3 Certified Coach and certified Provincial Level 2 Judge. Emily brings knowledge and experience as a former National Stream Athlete. Emily is currently enrolled at the University of Manitoba pursuing a Bachelor of Social Work. Emily is also the athlete representative on the RGM Board of Directors.

    

Shari Hebert


Shari is a Level 4 NCCP Certified Coach, National and Provincial Team Coach and RGM Club Representative Chairperson. As a former Canadian Group Champion, Shari Hebert is also H.P.T.C. International's head coach. Shari is recognized for producing Canadian National Team Members, as well as Individual and Group Champions.

    

Assistant Coaches:


  • Nadia Daoudi
  • Josie Cosyns
  • Genevieve Giesbrecht
  • Nicole Zaki
  • Kristen Brady
  • Kaedyn Lashley