Our Coaches
Ellie Haydock (Bunn) & Lauren Walton – Principals
With over 20 years of coaching experience between us and an extensive background coaching a wide range of ages and abilities – from recreational to elite levels of participation – we have been able to develop numerous successful Sport Aerobics programs at both local gymnastics centres and in schools.
Having represented Victoria as both athletes and coaches, we have been successful enough to reach the highest level of competition in Sport Aerobics. As athletes we have represented Victoria in the Elite International division and were both selected for the National Development Squad with the prospect of representing Australia.
As coaches we have demonstrated success not only in the physical achievements of our athletes at National Championships over the past 10 years, but also through the growth of established programs and contributions to the continued development of Sport Aerobics in Victoria.
Ellie Haydock (Bunn)
- Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Sociology Majors
(Monash University)
- Graduate Diploma of Education – Secondary
(RMIT University)
- Certificate IV in Fitness– Personal Training (Fitnation)
- Certificate III in Fitness – Group Fitness
(Victoria University)
- Level 1 Sport Aerobics Coaching Qualification
(Gymnastics Australia)
- Level 1 Sport Aerobics Judging Qualification
(Gymnastics Australia)
- Level 2 First Aid &CPR (Premium Health)
- Anaphylaxis Training Certificate (Staying Alive Paramedical Services)
- Current Working with Children Check
Lauren Walton
- Bachelor of Physical Education (Deakin University)
- Level 1 Sport Aerobics Coaching Qualification
(Gymnastics Australia)
- Level 1 Sport Aerobics Judging Qualification
(Gymnastics Australia)
- Level 2 First Aid &CPR (Australian First Aid)
- Disability Education in Schools Certificate
- Band 2 Disability Instructor
- Current Working with Children Check
Samantha Shelton- Pink Diamonds, Sapphires and Pearls Coach
2012 will be Samantha’s eighth year of competition in Sport Aerobics and fifth year coaching athletes. She has represented Victoria in the Elite International division, is a highly valued member of the State Team coaching staff, and was in 2012, selected for the National Development Squad.
- Level 1 Sports Aerobics Coaching Qualification
(Gymnastics Australia)
- Level 1 First Aid & CPR (Medilife)
- 2009 Victorian Sports Aerobics State Captain
- 2011 Australian Open Age National A Champion
- Currently completing undergraduate degree -
Bachelor of Health and Physical Education (Deakin University)
- Current Working with Children Check
Emma Shelton- Rubies and Emeralds Coach
Emma began her Aerobics career at the age of 10 and fell in love with the sport. She has been coaching both competitive and recreational aerobics programs for four years, and in 2012 was selected for the National Development Squad.
- Level 1 Sport Aerobics Coaching Qualification
(Gymnastics Australia)
- Rebound Club Vice-Captain 2011
- Represented Victoria as an athlete from 2006-2011
- 2011 Australian Senior Pair National B Champion
Qualities valued in Rebound Aerobics coaches
- The promotion of a safe and inclusive environment by demonstrating professionalism at all times
- The ability to promote enjoyment and fun for all by developing and implementing creative programs
- Encourage respect for self andothers
- The ability to effectivelylead and motivate others
- Effective communication withathletes, parents and other coaches Dedication to athletes and areliable nature
- Up-to-date knowledge of the various rules of the sport and effective coaching techniques
