73 Alness Street, North York, Ontario M3J 2H2, Canada
MEET THE COACHES
ALEX | Head Coach
Alex is the head coach at Ultimate Calisthenics. He brings 30 years of sport related experience.
Alex grew up in the former Soviet Union and had 3 years of the military service as a paratrooper. He is known as the results oriented Soviet military style trainer. He actively participates in and leads most of the structured adults training sessions.
Alex has been coaching calisthenics since the foundation of the Ultimate Calisthenics in 2017 and is a certified aerobics coach since 1996.
He started training in local parks and built one of Toronto’s strongest calisthenics communities. Alex is a strict coach who pushes people to do their best, and he truly cares about seeing others succeed. The gym feels like home to him, and he brings that energy into every class.
Alex is also a Co-Founder and managing director of the Comrades Hockey Club since 2008.
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KATYA | Acrobatics Coach
Katya has been coaching kids since 2014, working with all levels from beginners to national athletes. She competed for Canada in rhythmic and aesthetic group gymnastics and holds certifications in gymnastics (NCCP Level 3) and Acrobatic Arts (Level 1). Her focus is on building strong, confident kids through fun. structured training.
STEVE | Calisthenics Kids Coach
Steve is the calisthenics kids coach at UC. He has been active his whole life and brings passion and energy to every class. Steve motivates his students to push themselves, stay focused, and have fun while building strength and discipline. His high-energy style keeps kids engaged and excited to learn.
MARTA | Assistant Coach
Marta is an assistant coach in the acrobatics and aerial program. She has years of experience working with kids of all ages, from daycare settings to assisting dance coaches during her time in traditional Ukrainian dance. She helps lead the Acro Cubs classes alongside Katya. Marta is fun, patient, and always ready to lend a hand when the kids need support.
ANTHONY | Assistant Coach
Anthony is an assistant coach in the acrobatics and aerial program. He trains calisthenics at Ultimate Calisthenics and helps capture proud moments by taking photos and videos of students as they succeed. In class, Anthony supports Katya by spotting and guiding kids through drills and skills.