Our youngest student ever was just 3 years old and she could already do a perfect somersault!
Our youngest student ever was just 3 years old and she could already do a perfect somersault!
Our youngest student ever was just 3 years old and she could already do a perfect somersault!
At Bend Acrobatics Academy, we are dedicated to inspiring and nurturing young acrobats and dancers of all ages and skill levels. Our mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and engaging environment where every student can develop strength, flexibility, coordination, and confidence—both on and off the floor.
- Our Goal
We believe in a student-centered approach, emphasizing skill progression, creativity, and self-expression. From toddlers in our Mommy & Me classes to advanced acrobats in our Elite Group, each student is guided through age-appropriate curriculum designed to build foundational skills, promote independence, and foster a lifelong love for movement. Our co-ed and all-girls classes encourage teamwork, respect, and perseverance, while also providing opportunities for performance and, for some, competition.
- Our Philosophy
Our philosophy is grounded in the belief that learning should be joyful and empowering. We focus on building not only technical skills—like rolls, handstands, walkovers, and tumbling sequences—but also confidence, teamwork, and resilience. Every class is designed to inspire curiosity, encourage effort, and celebrate achievements, helping each student discover their full potential while loving every step of the journey.
At Bend Acrobatics Academy, we are more than a studio—we are a community where every child can grow, thrive, and shine.
- Team
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Yaryna Tomalishchak
Owner and Head Instructor
- 10 years coaching experience
- 11 years of competitive Rhythmic Gymnastics
- Bronze medalist USA Gymnastics JO’s
- Bachelors in Exercise & Sport Science
- Strength & Conditioning Certified
- USAG Certified Gymnastics Instructor
- AED & CPR Certified
- USAG Safety and Risk Management Certified
- ADTA Premier Certified
Maryana Seuruk
Managing Director
- 18 years dance instructor experience
- 4 years of competitive Rhythmic Gymnastics
- 16 years dancer of Ukrainian Ensemble in Ukraine
- 4 years Ukrainian Dance instructor of Ukrainian American Youth Association (CYM) Philadelphia
- 8 years Ukrainian Dance Instructor of The School of the Voloshky Ukrainian Dance
- AED & CPR Certified
- SafeSport Certified
- USA Gymnastics Managing Director
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