HEAD COACH

Brooke Whitney is the Head Coach of the Calgary Aquabelles, bringing extensive experience in high-performance artistic swimming. A Competition-Development certified coach, she previously coached with Ontario’s GO Capital Synchro and served on Ontario Provincial Teams staff before relocating to Alberta.

Known for her technical detail and creative choreography, she has guided athletes to success at provincial and national levels, including as part of Team Alberta’s staff at the 2025 Canada Summer Games. Brooke leads the Aquabelles’ coaching team with a balance of innovation, high standards, and athlete-first development.

PAST HEAD COACH & CURRENT NATIONAL COACH

Jenn served as Head Coach of the Aquabelles from 2004 to 2024, overseeing the entire program and leading athletes from provincials to senior nationals. Under her leadership, AQB athletes achieved consistent podium results, and Jenn herself was honoured as Synchro Alberta’s National Coach of the Year 14 years in a row.

She has coached Provincial and National Teams, guiding athletes to gold at the Canada Games and Junior Pan Am Championships, and to 4th in team at Junior Worlds. An NCCP Level 4 coach, Jenn finds reward in helping athletes reach their full potential. As an athlete, she swam 11 years, winning national gold in both 13–15 and Senior categories. Today, Jenn continues her impact as coach of AQB’s National Team.

NOVICE & CLASSIC COMPETITIVE COACH

Hannah Proud brings high-performance experience and coaching expertise to the Aquabelles. A Competition-Development certified coach, she was the 2022 Canadian Senior Solo Champion and has served as Team BC Assistant Coach and Zone 6 Head Coach at the BC Summer Games. Hannah also worked with the Pacific Sport Vancouver Island Coach Academy, strengthening her technical and leadership skills. Now leading AQB’s Novice and Classic teams, she emphasizes growth, discipline, and enjoyment in her coaching philosophy. With her elite athlete background and passion for development, Hannah is an exciting addition to the Aquabelles’ staff.

CLASSIC COMPETITIVE 10&U COACH

Oxana Anpilogova has been a transformative presence with the Aquabelles since joining a few years ago. She quickly established herself as a leader, earning Alberta Artistic Swimming’s Most Promising Coach of the Year award in 2017. Known for her positivity and Russian technical background, she coaches AQB’s 10&U Provincial Stream teams to consistent podium results.

A lifelong artistic swimming enthusiast, Oxana swam in Russia before organizing and coaching one of Moscow’s first recreational synchro clubs. Today, she continues to share her passion with the Aquabelles and at home, where her own children are active as competitive swimmers and artistic swimmers.

CLASSIC COMPETITIVE 11-12 COACH

Beth Bold grew up in the Aquabelles, training and competing for many years. A highlight of her athlete career was swimming duet with her twin sister, Kristen, and contributing to AQB team successes at provincial and national levels. After transitioning into coaching, Beth gained broad experience across Calgary programs and competitions before returning to her home club.

Today, she leads AQB’s 11–12 Classic team in the Competitive Classic stream, focusing on precise fundamentals, teamwork, and athlete confidence. Beth’s dual perspective as both alumna and coach allows her to inspire athletes with the same passion that shaped her own journey.

CLASSIC SEMI-COMPETITIVE COACH

Kali Wong is a former Senior National Team athlete for Canada who brings international competitive experience to the Aquabelles. Since joining AQB in 2022, she has been a key member of the youth program, blending elite technical knowledge with her background as an athletic therapist. This unique combination allows her to integrate athlete health, injury prevention, and recovery strategies into her coaching.

Kali’s athletes benefit from her perspective as both a high-performance competitor and a health professional, making her a role model both in and out of the pool.

CLASSIC COMPETITIVE 13-15 COACH

Kelsey Ayers, an Aquabelles alum and former member of Canada Artistic Swimming’s Junior National Athlete Pool, has been coaching with AQB since 2019. She emphasizes athlete-first development and strong technical foundations, helping swimmers build both confidence and skills.

Growing up with deep ties to the club—her mother, Janet, has long been part of AQB’s coaching staff—Kelsey brings a sense of tradition and energy to the team. She is passionate about mentoring young athletes and carrying forward the culture that shaped her own swimming journey.

PRE-COMPETITIVE COACH

Janet Ayers has been a cornerstone of the Aquabelles’ recreational and pre-competitive programs for many years. She coordinates AQB’s AquaGO! program, creating fun and inclusive entry points into the sport. Janet was recognized as Recreational Coach of the Year by Alberta Artistic Swimming for her excellence in grassroots programming. Known for her mentorship and passion for athlete development, she continues to build the foundation for AQB’s future while also sharing the deck with her daughter, Kelsey. Janet’s work ensures every new swimmer has the opportunity to discover the joy of artistic swimming in a welcoming environment.

NATIONAL COACH SPECIALIST

Maxime is a former Aquabelle who has returned to coach our National Stream Athletes. During her time as an athlete, Maxime was a part of many National titles and was also a member of the 2013 Team Alberta group who travelled to Texas for the US Open and brought back two bronze medals. She was also a part of the 2015 Canada Winter Games Team.

STRENGTH & CONDITIONING COACH SPECIALIST

A former Aquabelle and national champion, Breanne supports AQB athletes with strength and conditioning. She swam with Team Alberta at the 2009 UANA Pan Am Games, won national titles with AQB, competed with the University of Calgary Dinos, and performed with Aqualillies Canada.

FLEXIBILITY COACH SPECIALIST

Colette supports AQB as a flex coach, bringing her gymnastics background and technical eye for body movement to the pool. She works across programs as needed, helping athletes refine flexibility, strength, and performance skills that support success in artistic swimming.