Coach Nancy Shinohara (left) and Elena Shinohara.
She is the only National Team Member in rhythmic gymnastics in Georgia as well as in the southern region (Region 6). Her coach, Nancy Shinohara in Suwanee, is also the only National Coach in Georgia and southern region. Rhythmic gymnastics is an Olympic sport that is characterized by rhythmic and graceful movement with flexibility while using apparatus (ribbon, hoop, etc). Elena practices on artistic gymnastics floor at various gyms including Ultimate Gymnastics in Duluth and Gymworks in Suwanee, but will need a place with a rhythmic gymnastics floor and high ceiling to be more competitive.
