Adjudicator Profiles

Alex Otzen

Alex commenced adjudicating in 2012, (joined as Cadet 2007). Alex has a wealth of experience, this includes: NSW Teams Competition (2012 & 2016), Deanne Solo Competition ACT (2013), Hills District Graceful solo grading competition panel WA (2017), ACT State Solo Championships (2018), QLD State Solo Championships panel (2019), ACT Preliminary Solo Competition (2021), Brisbane Teams Competition QLD (2021), Warrnambool Eisteddfod 2012&2013, Rich River Competition 2014, Horsham Competition 2017, Mt Gambier Solo & Teams Eisteddfod 2022. CaliVic State Championships Panels: Championship Juniors Panel 2015, Championship Sub-Juniors Panel 2017&2019, CaliChamp Intermediates Panel 2021, Senior Calisthenic Solo Open Panel 2019&2022, 14&15 Year Graceful Solo Open Panel 2022 and the 13&14 Year Graceful Solo Open Panel 2021. Alex contributes to calisthenics in many ways, these include: VCCA Membership Registrar 2005-2023, ACFCC Registrar 2014-current, VCCA Calisthenic Development Coach of the Year 2016 and CaliVic Service to Calisthenics volunteer award finalist 2015.

Andrea Philipsen

Andrea's involvement in calisthenics has played a significant role in shaping who she is today. An Adjudicator and Examiner, she sees each role as an opportunity to give back to the sport that has given her so much. An adjudicator since 2019, she is passionate about supporting the continued growth and development of calisthenics and is inspired by the creativity, dedication and performance quality by participants.

Bronwyn Lloyd

Bronwyn has held numerous roles in Calisthenics. As an adjudicator she has travelled to Qld, NSW, ACT SA & WA. She has been a member of the adjudicating panel at Nationals in Victoria ACT twice & NSW. She enjoys travelling to country eisteddfods and has over many years made life long friends as a result. She has taken on many roles as part of ASCA including guiding trainees along the adjudicating path. Also a member of Examiners Board and finds great satisfaction in finding pupils with strong technique. Other roles have included 6 years as President of coaches Association,10 years as part of State team management, speaker & presenters for VCCA seminars including engaging Li Cunxin author Mao’s Last Dance as a key note speaker for an AGM. Bronwyn has been involved in Victorian State Champs in numerous positions including MC, supervisor Tickets sales. During her coaching career has mentored several country classes, supervised training sessions, given advice& shared her expertise. Currently has a rec master’s class for the much older adult. Calisthenics is a lifelong passion and brings satisfaction, pleasure and lifelong friendship.

Cara Ludbrook

Cara has been adjudicating since 2015. She has had the privilege of being the Assistant Coach of the Victorian Sub Juniors 2006 and 2007, and the Coach of the Victorian Sub Juniors 2008 and 2010. Cara's time in Calisthenics has provided her with lifelong friendships, and now has have the privilege of adjudicating and giving back to our wonderful sport.

 

Danielle Kenner

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Deborah Godsell

Deb’s calisthenic obsession began when she started as a starry eyed six year old, following in her neighbours footsteps. When her family moved to Avondale Heights, Deb began a long association with Avonde, starting as a competitor, moving into coaching and experiencing life as a cali mum. Deb successfully competed in solos and coached Juniors at Avonde for many years. Deb has been adjudicating for more than 25 years.  She has adjudicated in QLD, NSW, WA, ACT, SA, metropolitan Melbourne, and regional Victoria.  Deb was on the Victorian, ASCA Committee for 10 years, for the last six, acting as Accreditation Officer. Deb has coached at all levels of calisthenics including State Team, where she was the first calisthenics coach to win all items at the National Competition level. She continues to coach teams and solos and enjoys mentoring young coaches. She loves seeing calisthenics items evolve with the vision and expertise of coaches.

Diane Lukey

Diane is an Advanced 2 Adjudicator, completing her 16th year of adjudicating in 2025. She has extensive experience across Australia, adjudicating in South Australia, Western Australia, the ACT, Queensland, and at numerous metropolitan and regional competitions in Victoria. Diane has also served on panels for State Championships, RSSS, and most recently at the 2025 Aus Cali Carnivale in Adelaide. She values the opportunity to collaborate with adjudicators nationwide and bring fresh perspectives to every panel. Alongside adjudicating, Diane has a rich background in coaching across multiple divisions, including mentor coaching with Avonde Calisthenics College, the Calisthenics Victoria State Teams, and assisting at the highest levels. She is a dedicated ASCA Vic committee member, where she contributes to the growth and sustainability of the sport she loves. Passionate about supporting and encouraging competitors, Diane takes pride in offering constructive feedback that inspires improvement, confidence, and a lasting love for calisthenics. In 2026, Diane celebrates a wonderful milestone—60 years of involvement in Calisthenics, a lifelong commitment to nurturing talent, building community, and championing this unique sport.
 

Elizabeth Bolzon

Liz began her journey as an adjudicator in 2024 and has had the privilege of adjudicating a wide range of performances including solos, duos, and team routines across various age groups and divisions. She had the honour of travelling interestate to the ACT to adjudicate at their State Championships whcih was an incredible experience. Her passion for calisthenics spans nearly 50 years, and over the decades she has competed, coaches and mentored both coaches and performers. Throughout this time, she has witnessed firsthand the transformative power of calisthenics, not just in terms of physical fitness, but also in building teamwork, discipline and resilience. Currently Liz is an assistant coach to the Robynmore Seniors, a role that brings her immense joy. Working with such dedicated and talented athletes is incredibily rewarding and she is proud to help them strive for excellence. Liz was a member of the committee for the Mountain District Competition for over 10 years. her time on the committee allowed her to contribute to the gorwth and development of the competition, ensuring that it provided a positive and rewarding experience for both competitors and spectators. Given her extensive involvement in calisthenics, it's safe to say that calisthenics is a significant part of her life. As an adjudicator, Liz feels it is truly a privilege to support the next generation of coaches and competitors and hopes to contribute to the ongoing success of the sport. 

Genine McCorkell

Genine has adjudicated extensively for the past 18 years in Victoria and Interstate. Including State Championship and RSSS panels, metropolitan and regional competitions. She is an Advanced Level 2 Maintenance Adjudicator. Genine was the first to trial voice critiques at Cali Champ Connect solo concerts and has used E-Crits at interstate competitions. Genine is also a Skills Examiner.

Coaching accolades include Victorian Coach of the Year 2000, winning coach of Victorian teams at National Championships in 2005 & 2015, along with numerous State Champion teams and soloists and RSSS aggregates. Genine has successfully coached all ages from Tots through to Masters and pupils through the Skills program.

Over the years, Genine has presented seminars to Coaches on Choreography, Level 1 modules and most recently ‘In the Adjudicators Chair’, along with seminars to Adjudicators on Rules and Panel adjudication. Genine enjoys staying actively involved in current classes by mentoring Coaches and Clubs both locally and interstate. She is an Adjudicator Mentor to trainee and newly qualified adjudicators.

Genine is currently serving as Vice President of the Australian Society of Calisthenics Adjudicators (ASCA) Victorian Branch.

Previous Calisthenics involvement includes - Performer, Team and Solo Coach, Club Principal, Active After School Presenter, along with volunteering as District delegate on the CVI Board, VCCA Subbranch President, Barwon Competition Secretary, VCCA Coach Assessor, ASCA Vic Secretary & Treasurer, Club President and Team Manager. Her favorite role alongside adjudicating is that of Cali Mum!

Through adjudicating, Genine enjoys giving back to the sport that has enriched her life in so many ways over the past 50+ years.

Jodie Russell

Jodie has been adjudicating since 2021, she has travelled to many states (WA, SA, NT) during her cadetship to experience different processes and styles and meet other adjudicators. Jodie has Coached State Team (Victoria & NT) over 10 years in total, Coached all divisions from Championship to Div 9, Coached all age groups, Coached solos all age groups (Novice through to Open), Mentored many coaches in Victoria & NT, and has served on the VCCA committee and am currently on the ASCA Vic committee. Jodie is thoroughly enjoying her new pathway in adjudicating, and being able to give back to our wonderful sport.

Julie Fox

My life in calisthenics has rewarded me with exciting achievements as a Championship calisthenic performer, a coach of a Championship Club, an Advanced 2 Adjudicator with many years of experience in adjudicating for Calisthenics Victoria, the Royal South Street Eisteddfod Ballarat, interstate, and on four occasions at the ACF Nationals. I am a Calisthenics Victoria CaliExams Examiner. I was formerly an ACF Skills Examiner to Gold Medal dedicating some 30 years to the ACF calisthenic exam program. These exam programs ensure every calisthenic performer has the opportunity to improve their skills and reap the rewards of personal achievement and satisfaction. I have conducted many interstate and country seminars/workshops to assist with the development of our coaches and performers. 

Winning the prestigious Royal South Street Graceful Solo title at 17 years of age gave me the confidence and passion to continue my team and solo coaching and I have had the privilege to coach several winners and many placegetters in the Graceful Solo section. 

I was awarded the ACF Official of the Year in 2006, Life Membership of Calisthenics Victoria in 2015, Life Membership of ASCA Victoria in 2018, and ACF Life Membership in 2023. Other interests and accomplishments include being a Life Member of the Royal Academy of Dance, and my ongoing involvement with classical ballet, pilates, yoga and strength classes with a strong interest in music theatre and dance in general. 

I fully recognise that my involvement in calisthenics has provided me with a rich tapestry of life benefits and feel privileged to adjudicate the artistry and skill of our wonderful coaches and talented competitors. 

Kelly Finlayson

Kelly has have been involved in calisthenics for over 50 years as a performer, coach, adjudicator and principal. In 2025 Kelly celebrated 20 years as an adjudicator. During this time, Kelly has adjudicated in Victoria, both metropolitan and regional (including RSSS), South Australia, Western Australia, Queensland and ACT. She is currently the co-principal of Merinda Calisthenic College. As a pupil she competed for over 20 years. Kelly completed my ACF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medals, represented Victoria in the State Team 4 times and assistant coached the subbie State Team. Kelly was also a RSSS Graceful girl finalist twice and National Graceful soloist once. Kelly has been the Victorian Representative on the EAB, ASCA Victoria Committee Member and ACF skills examiner. Awarded the Australian Sports Medal in 2000 and Skills Coach of the Year 2015/2016. I love to see calisthenics items come to life with the vision and expertise of our coaches and enjoy the opportunity to give back to the sport in any way she can.

Kerryn Waddell

Kerryn joined ASCA in 1989, she has Adjudicated in all States and Territories, at the National Championships (4 times), Cali-Unite, CVI State Championships, Metropolitan and Country competitions; and at Royal South Street numerous years. Kerryn is the Victorian delegate on the Adjudicators’ Advisory Board since 2004 and the ACF Director of Adjudicating from 2013-2022. Calisthenic achievements include a CaliVic Certificate of Appreciation, Sports Education Victoria Official of the Year, ACF Official of the Year and ASCA Life Membership. Kerryn also has a business in Market Research having conducted Calisthenic surveys for the ACF, CVI and CASA on participation and retention.

Kirrilly Wootton

As an adjudicator Kirrily has had the privilege of adjudicating across Victoria, both at metro competitions and regional competitions. She has also travelled to the Sunshine Coast to adjudicate. As a coach, Kirrily has worked with a variety of clubs across Australia to support coaches and performers including Canberra, Queensland and Western Australia. She has been a part of the coaching team for the Victorian State Team Sub-Juniors, Juniors and Intermediates. Kirrily currently coaches across all age groups at Jeaden through solos, duos and teams. Calisthenics has always been a huge part of her life. Kirrily adored her 27 years as a performer and still love the challenges and rewarding experience of coaching. Calisthenics is a unique and incredibly special performance sport. Through my role as an adjudicator, she hopes she can give back to a sport that has provided me with so many opportunities, life skills and joy over the years.

 

Kristen Skinner 

Kristen has been adjudicating for over 20 years and enjoys supporting coaches and performers in every age and division. She has adjudicated at RSSS Graceful Girl and Teams, Victorian State Titles for CaliChamp and CaliSport, all local competitions and at PAN PACs.  She has also enjoyed adjudication with interstate colleagues in WA, ACT, SA and QLD. Kristen competed in calisthenics for 30 years at Nottinghill, Emmanuel and Bentleigh CC and has coached for over 20 years enjoying success in teams and solos including a winning State Team in 1998. In 2003 she received a Vic Health grant to develop and pilot the Recreational Masters program with CaliVic which has grown into a thriving, competitive part of our sport today. More recently Kristen created the 'Califit' program which she continues to coach for the health and social benefits it brings. Kristen was proud to initiate the TV production of “This is Calisthenics” with a pioneering team at CaliVic in 2020. With a B. Ed in Modern Dance & PE she loves to mentor coaches and trainee adjudicators to share her lifelong joy of calisthenics. Kristen works as marketing consultant and is an ACHPER Australia Board Member.  

Lenore Cogan

Lenore has been involved in Calisthenics since 1973. After being a competitior from Tinies to Seniors, she also became a coach assisting all sections at Nova Academy of Calisthenics. In 1992, she founded her own club, Vogue which ran for 12 years moving rapidly through divisions. Lenore won the 'Joy Fildes Most Promising Coach' award in 2000. Lenore has a daughter who is heavily at Ceres Calisthenics. Lenore has coached the Masters at Maroondah since its inception 2008. She has attended every Pan Paciic Masters Games and won many medals there. Lenore presents the Music and Singing Module for Level 1 & 2 coaches. Lenore became a judge in 2013. She has adjudicated in ACT, South Australia, Queensland and NSW and NT later this year. She was thrilled to mentor NT State Team in 2020 (before COVID-19).

Lisa Ritchie

Lisa has been involved in Calisthenics as a competitor, coach and adjudicator for most of her life. She has coached both teams and soloists at a range of age groups and levels. She has adjudicated interstate in WA, SA, ACT, QLD, NT and NSW as well as in Victoria at a range of local competitions, State Titles and Royal South Street. She has served on the ASCA Victoria Branch Committee for several years including roles as Treasurer, Cadet Co-ordinator and Assistant Secretary. Lisa is always interested in participants at all levels getting the most of Calisthenics in terms of their technical skills and for the pure enjoyment of our unique sport. Lisa is looking forward to adjudicating this year at the State Titles for Solos, Duos and Trios and wishes everyone involved much success.

Lynette Cousins

Lynette has adjudicated at State Championships, Royal South Street, Local and Regional Competitions, and in all states and Territories of the Country. She was awarded Coach of the Year in Victoria in 2017. She is currently the Chair of CVA and has been on Adjudicator Committees for the past 12 years.She was a pupil at Minerva Calisthenic College, which later changed it's name to Merinda Calisthenic College for 20 years. She has coached State Team on 3 occasions, winning the Nationals in 2010 as Coach of Seniors. Lynette has coached at Ceres Calisthenic Club for over 20 years including Sub Juniors, Inters and Seniors and has won many State Champ and Royal South Street Aggregates. She has also coached Senior Cali Soloists who have won State Championships, Royal South Street and National Titles. Lynette was awarded the Vic Sports Community Official of the Year in 2025 for her contribution to CVA.

Melinda Moutsos

Melinda was a Calisthenics pupil from Sub Juniors through to Masters and hopes to be performing at another Pan Pacs Masters games again soon. For over a decade enjoyed coaching at many different divisions and age groups with much success at local, state titles and rsss competitions. Thoroughly enjoyed growing teams and moving many divisions. Spent many years coaching and nurturing students through the skills program and solo competitions. Through her mid teens to young adulthood enjoyed dancing in many different styles, completing exams to high level, completing VCE Dance and experienced many professional performance opportunities. Melinda is enjoying her time as a mum within the Musical Theatre world. Crossing paths with many industry experts and learning all the aspects and skills required to put together a show.

Mellany Drew

Mellany has been fortune to have gained experience in adjudicating teams and solos interstate, at the RSSS Eisteddford and country competitions which have all been wonderful opportunities. Mellany joined the Avonde C.C as as sub-junior and had 17 years as a calisthenic performer. She represented the Vic State Team as an Intermediate and Senior, and also competed in the RSSS graceful solo section and was winner of the Victorian State Titles Graceful section. Mellany loves the transition to coaching and was fortunate that Jill Goss gave her the opportunity to start coaching at Avonde. She coached the Victorian State team on two occasions and winning the Nationals both times was a highlight. Mellany loves coaching many soloists including the winner of the RSSS graceful solo and ACF National graceful titles.

Michelle Urquhart

Michelle commenced adjudicating in 1984 a total of 42yrs in 2026.
I have been a competitor at Clifton until Seniors including the closing year 1977.I have been a coach as this was a prerequisite to becoming an adjudicator as well as achieving GRADE 4 which was the only level required to become an adjudicator back in those days.I was the first cadet when this component was introduced.

I have been fortunate to adjudicate in all States, all divisions and age groups within Victoria, at Royal South Street and at National Championships.
I have had two daughters in championship up to and including Seniors.One is currently in Master’s and I am enjoying a grand daughter’s involvement.
I thoroughly enjoy volunteering at various competitions as I find it fun and social chatting to coaches, staff and other volunteers.All of the above keep me up to date with new trends as well as recognizing the team of people necessary to keep a club active and healthy forming new friendships.

In my professional life I have been a Company Director in our business but most importantly have been a mum to three children.
My pleasure now is the title of a grand parent.

Narelle Potter

Narelle began adjudicating in 2020, she has adjudicated at many Local , State championships , Panel State championships and interstate (S.A and NSW) Cal, Graceful solo adjudication. Various divisions, local , State Championship , Panel State Championships and Cali champ seniors and juniors team competition adjudication. Narelle is currently a ASCA Victoria committee member, Victorian Calisthenics Coach member, ACF National organising Committee , Level 2 Calisthenics Coach and course presenter. 10 years as a Victorian State Coach, Vic State Team coach liaison and mentor, ACF coach of the Year, Australian Calisthenics Sports Medal, Calisthenics Victoria Ambassador. Gold Medalist, senior state team member, Royal South Street and Australian Calisthenics Federation Graceful Girl winner and coach.

Paula Hessey

Paula commenced adjudicating in 2003, she has adjudicated at all local Victorian competitions for teams and solos, Victorian country competitions, adjudicated teams in SA and solos in WA, teams and solos at RSSS and in ACT and QLD. She has adjudicated all divisions of teams and solos. Paula has been a member of the ASCA committee for several years holding positions of Vice President, Accreditation Coordinator, Cadet Coordinator and Secretary and is currently the President. Paula currently coaches at coach at Glenroy Calisthenics Club, having coached all age groups and currently coaching the Masters.

Roberta Dwyer-Smith

Roberta has been involved in Calisthenics for almost 50 years, as a Competitor, Coach, Examiner & Adjudicator. As her Calisthenics progressed from competing (Championship Senior), 8 x RSSS Graceful Girl Finalist, through to achieving her ACF Gold Medal (1989) she developed her interest for Coaching & Adjudicating. As a Coach Roberta has achieved many highlights including 3 National Championships, CVI State Championship Aggregates, RSSS Aggregates & 5 Graceful Girl Titles including 2 Vera Hopton Trophy awards. Roberta’s passion for Calisthenics also includes presenting various topics for the VCCA Coach training program as well as interstate associations. She is passionate about helping to nurture future generations of coaches. Roberta is an ACF Examiner (Tests – Gold Medal) & has travelled to many States/Territories throughout Australia to present seminars & Officiate as an Examiner. Roberta is an Advanced 2 Adjudicator & has been an ASCA Vic member since 2006. Her Adjudicating experience includes a range of Solo & Panel appointments in Victoria, Queensland, ACT, SA & WA. Her 15+ years as a member also includes 2 years as a General Member on the ASCA Vic Committee. As well as being a Coach, Examiner, Adjudicator and Mother of 3 children she has completed her Diploma of Professional Pilates Instruction. She is a member of Pilates Alliance Australasia & has been working as a Clinical Pilates Instructor for 10 years. Roberta undertook this course of study, as she is passionate about body movement and has also trained in Classical, Contemporary & Jazz Ballet. Roberta believes Pilates has a direct relationship with her Calisthenics experience and it has strengthened her knowledge to support the growth and development of participants. Roberta wishes to continue her involvement in Calisthenics for many years to come.

Rosie King

Rosie has over 15 years of experience as a performer with Merinda Calisthenics College, having started calisthenics as a Junior. She achieved remarkable success, including six consecutive appearances as an RSSS Graceful Girl Finalist. A standout moment in her solo career came when she placed 5th in the Senior Graceful Open section at the CV State Championships, alongside winning the Senior Cali Open section at the same event.  As a coach, Rosie has worked with all age groups and across various divisions, instilling the valuable life lessons that calisthenics offers, such as teamwork, resilience, persistence, and confidence. As an adjudicator, she is passionate about supporting performers at every level, helping them reach their full potential and encouraging them to be the best they can be.

Sharon Bates

Sharon commenced adjudicating in 2002, the year after retiring from the stage. As a championship calisthenics competitor for over 20 years, Sharon also went on to achieve her Bronze, Silver and Gold Medals. 

As a soloist, Sharon loved competing in both Graceful and Calisthenics solos, representing Victoria at Nationals, placing numerous times at RSSS and winning the CVI State Titles across most age groups, including the Senior section. Sharon also loved her time in the State Team, both as a team/solo competitor and Coach. Sharon has coached championship teams as well as many solo girls and has also developed Coaching modules, presented at National conferences and Victorian Coach Education Seminars, and run development workshops for various clubs, rural and regional groups and National or Representative squads all over Australia. Sharon has volunteered her time extensively on various Calisthenics Boards and Committees, including the Calisthenics Victoria Board of Management, the Examiners Advisory Board and Adjudicating Committees. In 2000, Sharon was awarded the Australian Sports Medal for her achievements in Calisthenics. As an Adjudicator, Sharon adopts a positive and supportive, ambassadorial approach. From her strong vocal encouragement of competitors, teams and their families, Sharon always strives to ensure everyone feels appreciated, fairly adjudicated and knows where to focus their improvement efforts for their next performance.

Susan Anderson

Sue is an Advanced Level adjudicator with over 27 years of adjudicating experience. She has adjudicated at the Nationals, Royal South Street Ballarat, Cali Unite, local and country competitions in Victoria, South Australia, Canberra, Western Australia, Queensland, Northern Territory and New South Wales.
Sue began her ‘calisthenic journey’ as a sub-junior. She immediately developed a love of calisthenics and travelled long distances every week to compete at Championship team level and to train under the guidance of Miss Vera Hopton in her Open Graceful Girl and Calisthenic solo work.


At the age of 14 she began training as a coach under the guidance of her coach/mother Eileen Deveney and began progressing through the Coach Education Certificate held by the C.A.V in Royal Park, and later training again through the VCCA Coaching Levels.
In 1979 she assisted all sections within her mother’s calisthenics college and by 1984 had taken on the role of Tinies and Solo coach and Pupil Skills trainer. She trained performers from the age of 6 years Physical Culture (as it was known in those days) through to Senior Graceful Girl at Royal South Street.
In the following years, until 1998, Sue had coached each section of the club, whilst also taking on a coaching position at Bentleigh Calisthenics Club winning many CVI and RSSS aggregates. 

In 1999, Sue gave up her love of being a calisthenic competitor and coach and began her new journey of “Cadet Adjudicator” within the A.S.C.A Victorian Branch. It was time to give something back to the sport that had given her so much joy.Sue is a primary school teacher and a retired ‘calisthenic mum’. She understands the parental bond and emotion that goes into each and every performance and hopes to always encourage our talented participants to enjoy every moment of their calisthenic journey whilst treasuring the special memories they share with their families and team mates.

Tracey Tutin

Tracey was a pupil at Regent Calisthenics College for 16 years at Championship level. She was a two-time RSSS Graceful Girls finalist and toured the USA as a competitor and as a coach on 3 occasions. Tracey has over 47 years of coaching experience ranging in divisions from recreational to Championship. She coached at North East Border for 9 years, successfully winning multiple RSSS Aggregates resulting in moving the club from Division 10 to Division 3. Tracey also taught recreational calisthenics with her sister at Wangaratta. This has led to her having an overall prospective of Calisthenics at all levels. At Crown, of which was the Principal, Tracey coached the Sub-juniors, Juniors, Intermediates and assisted in the Seniors over the past 28 years. Tracey was the assistant coach for the Victorian State Team Intermediates in 1999 & 2000, and was a specialist coach for the 2003 Victorian State team Seniors. Tracey is an Advanced 2 maintenance Adjudicator with the ASCA Victoria Branch of which she has been a member for the past 25 years. Tracey has been married for the past 43 years to husband Mark and has two children, Laura and Luke, and is Grandmother to five gorgeous grandsons.

Katrina Berryman

Katrina has been involved with calisthenics for well over 50 years, as a performer, coach, national educator and interstate mentor, competition convener, examiner and has been part of many committees including time as the Chair of the VCCA. Katrina coached all age groups from Division 10 through to Division 1, and has been a writer for many different adjudicators, both Victorian and interstate for over 20 years. She has recently progressed to become an ASCA adjudicator.


Her calisthenics achievements include – 2004 Level 2 Coach qualification, 2008 VCCA Development Coach of the Year, 2008 Volunteer of the Year Nominee, 2011 Service Recognition Award, 2013 Victorian Coach of the Year Award, 2014 National Coach of the Year Award, 2021 Service Award to Calisthenics Victoria, 2022 Calisthenics Victoria Life Membership.
With a passion for coach education, she hopes to continue to provide encouragement and support as calisthenics continues to develop and evolve.

Kathryn Nicol

With more than 40 years immersed in the sport of calisthenics, Kathryn brings a deep, lifelong understanding of both performance and coaching to the adjudicator’s table. Her journey spans every facet of the discipline—from competing at local, state and national levels to guiding and coaching performers at all levels of the sport.

As a performer, Kathryn has achieved significant success. Her accomplishments include being crowned a National Graceful Girl winner, competing regularly at championship level, representing her state on more than ten occasions as a State Team member, and earning her Gold Medal with Honours. Her performance expertise is further strengthened by a solid foundation in ballet, gymnastics, and dance, shaping her understanding of aesthetic line, musicality, and movement quality—all essential elements of high level calisthenics performance.

Kathryn has coached both teams and soloists across all age groups, supporting the development of strong technique, artistry, and confidence in emerging performers. Her coaching experience is complemented by her continued involvement as a competitor, as she currently performs in the Masters Premier division. This ongoing engagement ensures she remains closely connected to evolving standards, performance expectations, and creative trends within the sport.

With her long standing commitment to calisthenics, combined with firsthand insight into both team and solo performance, Kathryn strives to adjudicate with fairness, clarity, and a deep appreciation for the technical and creative demands of the discipline.

Olivia Hodgetts

Olivia is currently a cadet adjudicator. With over 48 years of calisthenics experience as a performer and more than half of that as a coach, Olivia comes with a wealth of experience to commence her adjudicating journey. After retiring from performing and coaching at the CaliChamp level, Olivia has recently recommenced her participation by joining a Masters team, whilst continuing to coaching a number of solo and duo participants.

Professionally, Olivia is a Deputy Principal in a Primary School but over the years has often taught in the Arts domain, choreographing many school productions, aerobics teams and performances.

Olivia is passionate about Calisthenics and eagerly anticipating the opportunity to be a graduate of the trainee adjudicating program in the near future.

Erin Sorensen

Erin commenced calisthenics at five years old at Evatt Calisthenics Club and participated for 20 years, including competing in Masters at four Pan Pacific Games.


Erin has been an accredited coach for over 25 years across all age groups from Tinies to Masters, gaining success locally in the ACT and at Royal South Street in the Premier Division. She has participated in state teams as a coach, participant and costume manager and has led many soloists to ACF Nationals and Senior Graceful RSSS representation. Erin values the opportunity to continue to mentor and support coaches and performers at club and state level to inspire and achieve their goals.


As an Advanced adjudicator, Erin has had the privilege of adjudicating teams and solos in Victoria, ACT, NSW and Queensland and loves the artistry and confidence that calisthenics brings to performers.