The PowerForge Roster
Meet The Coaches Who Build Athletes— The Right Way
Not Just Coaches.
Developers of Confident, Disciplined Athletes.
At PowerForge Athletics, coaching is not casual. Every athlete who steps on our floor is guided by experienced professionals who understand:
- Proper progression (not rushed skills)
- Athlete safety at every level
- How to build confidence—not break it
- What it takes to compete—and succeed
This is not a rec environment.
This is intentional athlete development.
What Makes PowerForge Different
Most Programs
- Overcrowd teams
- Skip foundations
- Focus on routines
What we do
- Teach skills right the first time
- Safe, strategic progression
- Strength & Body Control
- Build coachable athletes
Elite Tumbling, Gymnastics & Athlete Development Specialist
Coach Novie brings nearly two decades of elite-level experience in gymnastics, tumbling, dance, choreography, and athlete development. Her foundation was built from an early age within her family’s gymnastics organization, where she developed a deep understanding of proper progression, technique, and long-term athlete growth.
By the age of 16, she had already advanced into a Head Coach role within USA Gymnastics programs, while also choreographing routines across gymnastics, dance, and cheer disciplines. Her experience includes coaching and leadership roles with established programs throughout New York and Georgia.
Coach Novie’s approach is rooted in discipline, precision, and intentional progression. She emphasizes strong foundational technique as the key driver of long-term success and athlete safety.
- Advanced tumbling development and progression systems
- USA Gymnastics Xcel Program and developmental pathways
- Strength, flexibility, and body mechanics training
- Skill-specific drills and progression frameworks
- Advanced spotting techniques and athlete safety protocols
- Choreography and performance development
Senior Cheer, Tumbling & Athlete Development Coach
Coach Leah brings a comprehensive and highly technical background in dance, cheerleading, gymnastics, and tumbling to PowerForge Athletics. With formal education in Dance and Musical Theatre, paired with years of coaching and choreography experience, she offers a well-rounded and disciplined approach to athlete development.
Her professional experience spans both All-Star and recreational programs, where she has served in leadership roles including Cheer Coordinator, Head Coach, and Tumbling Instructor for the Buffalo Yetis. Throughout her career, she has coached award-winning teams and guided athletes to national-level competition.
Coach Leah is deeply dedicated to creating structured, safe, and positive training environments where athletes can thrive.
- Tumbling instruction and skill progression
- Team placements and program development
- Choreography and routine construction
- Stunt and tumbling curriculum design
- Private training, clinics, and staff education
- Judging and scoring system knowledge
Tumbling & Acrobatics Instructor
Hailey Kellerman is a dedicated tumbling and acrobatics instructor whose multidisciplinary background in dance, gymnastics, and cheerleading informs her well-rounded and structured coaching approach.
She began her training at the age of four in dance, developing a strong foundation in movement, discipline, and performance. As her training progressed, she expanded into gymnastics, building the strength, flexibility, and body control that now define her technical coaching style. Her experience in cheerleading and tumbling further enhanced her understanding of athlete progression.
Known for her high energy and strong athlete connection, Coach Hailey creates an environment where athletes are both challenged and supported.
- Fundamental tumbling technique and progression
- Acrobatics and body control development
- Strength, flexibility, and coordination
- Confidence-building through skill mastery
Cheer & Tumbling Instructor
Specialty: TBD
- Safety Certified
- Performance Excellence
Enrollment Status: Limited
Secure Your Athlete’s Spot Now
We intentionally keep teams small to maintain individual attention and faster athlete development. Once teams are full, we close enrollment.
Register for Evaluations
- Attend a Clinic to Prepare
- Get Placed on the Right Team
PowerForge Athletics is committed to developing strong, technically sound athletes through structured training and a culture built on growth and excellence
Athlete Safety & Development
PowerForge Athletics is built on nationally recognized safety standards, certified coaching, and a structured athlete development system designed to build confident, skilled, and competition-ready athletes
At PowerForge Athletics, we’re not just creating teams, we’re building athletes for life.
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