Carolan's Bio
Lead Coach - rhythmic gymnastics level 2+
Qualifications
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Rhythmic Development Coach (in progress)
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Level 3 Sports Acrobatics Coach
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Level 3 Coaching Theory
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Level 2 Rhythmic Coach
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Level 1 General Gymnastics
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Club Judge Rhythmic
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Level 3 award in First Aid
Other Credentials
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Coaching Mentor
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Enhanced DBS
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Safeguarding
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Personal Resilience
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Anti Doping Education
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Best Practice in Flexibility
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Delivering Rise Gymnastics
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The Coaching Process
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Equality and Diversity
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Positive Coaching
Specialties
She brings the insight of a former rhythmic gymnast, drawing on years of personal experience in the sport. She has trained and had success across multiple gymnastics disciplines, bringing a broad understanding of movement and performance. Her background in dance and ballet adds artistry, musicality, and refined technique to her coaching.
Carolan’s coaching philosophy centres on helping every gymnast understand their movement, feel supported in their journey, and take pride in steady, meaningful progress. She blends technical precision with warmth, creativity, and a deep commitment to gymnast wellbeing, creating an environment where gymnasts feel encouraged, and inspired to learn.
With over two decades of coaching experience, Carolan is a coach with advanced training in rhythmic gymnastics and a reputation for her supportive, confidence‑building approach. After qualifying in 2011, she has spent many years guiding gymnasts of all ages to develop excellent technique, expressive performance quality, and long‑term confidence
After years of coaching within other clubs, Carolan founded Elevate Gymnastics to build a community shaped by clarity, kindness, and high‑quality rhythmic coaching. She is passionate about mentoring both athletes and new coaches, and is proud to lead a growing team that shares her values.
Carolan continues to expand her expertise, recently completing her Level 3 Theory qualification and Rhythmic Development Coach course, strengthening her ability to support athletes through informed, gymnast centred coaching.