the Dream Team Behind Nina’s Gymnastics

IGOR KOLPKAKCHI 

For 49 years, Nina, the dedicated owner of Nina's Gymnastics, has built a legacy of excellence, passion, and perseverance. Once leading the number one gymnastics team in the country, her commitment to nurturing young athletes continues to shine through as her gym consistently produces state champions year after year. Nina’s impact on the sport and her community is a testament to her unwavering dedication and love for gymnastics. 

JESSIKA MONTALVO

As the manager and assistant head coach of Nina’s Gymnastics, she brings a lifelong passion to the gym she’s called home since the age of 10. A former gymnast turned inspiring leader, she coached the 2018 USAIGC State Team Champions to victory and continues to uphold Nina’s legacy through hard work, dedication, and a relentless drive for excellence. Her leadership keeps Nina’s name on the map, producing state champions, regional qualifiers, and champions year after year. 

DAVID KOLPAKCHI

 As the assistant head coach, he has been a part of Nina’s Gymnastics for as long as he can remember—growing up in the gym founded by his mother, Nina. Her passion, dedication, and love for the sport shaped not only the gym but also his own journey as a coach. Now, he proudly continues her legacy, pouring his heart into every practice and every gymnast, ensuring that the values she built Nina’s Gymnastics on continue to thrive for generations to come. 

JENNA DALY

 She has been working at Nina’s Gymnastics Center for the past six years, following five years as a competitive gymnast at the gym. During her time as an athlete, she was a member of Nina’s 2018 first place IGC Silver State Championship team. Her journey began in the recreational program, both as a gymnast and later as a coach, steadily progressing through the ranks to the team program. Today, she coaches compulsory level gymnasts, including members of Nina’s 2023 first place Level 2 State Championship team, continuing to contribute to the gym’s tradition of excellence. 

YADIRA SOLER JIMENEZ

 As a dedicated team coach at Nina’s Gymnastics for the past two years, she brings a wealth of experience and passion to the program. A former elite gymnast, she proudly represented Colombia on the national team for many years, competing at the highest levels of the sport. Her deep understanding of gymnastics, combined with her international experience, has made her an invaluable asset to Nina’s team program. With a strong commitment to athlete development and excellence, she continues to inspire and elevate every gymnast she coaches. 

KAYDENCE MAZZILLI-HOYOS

 Nina’s has been her home for the past 10 years, a place where she has grown through the love, discipline, and encouragement she received—and now shares with others. As a coach and a person, she deeply values community, well-being, and self-expression. She finds joy in listening to and laughing with her students, building meaningful connections that foster growth for both coach and athlete. With a strong belief in the importance of knowing when to be a student and when to be a teacher, she approaches her role with humility and purpose. She is honored by the trust placed in her every day. 

JENNA KATZ

 She has been a gymnast since the age of three and began competing at six. This is her second year coaching at Nina’s, where she shares her lifelong passion for the sport. Currently a junior at Beacon High School and a member of the track and field team, she is excited to meet and work with all the gymnasts this season. 

UNIQUE HERBERT

 As a former Nina’s gymnast for over five years, she brings a strong foundation of skill, discipline, and experience to the recreational program. During her competitive years, she earned the titles of champion, regional qualifier, and regional champion. Now, as a recreational coach, she loves working with kids and sharing her passion for gymnastics. Her knowledge and positive energy help create a fun, supportive environment where young gymnasts can learn, grow, and thrive. 

ADRIANNA PLACZEK

 As a dedicated recreational coach and former gymnast, she brings both passion and firsthand experience to Nina’s Gymnastics. Her deep connection to the gym and love for the sport shine through in her teaching, as she shares her expertise with the next generation of gymnasts. Committed to helping each child build confidence and skill, she creates a supportive and encouraging environment where every athlete can succeed. 

ROSE DAILEY

 As a dedicated recreational coach and former gymnast, she brings a strong foundation of experience and passion to Nina’s Gymnastics. Now a college student, she skillfully balances her academic life with her commitment to coaching, using her background in the sport to guide and inspire young gymnasts. Her love for working with children and her deep connection to the gym create a positive and encouraging atmosphere where athletes feel supported, motivated, and excited to learn.