Daniela was born in Bulgaria and at the age of 13 she moved with her family to Israel. In 2014 she relocated to Singapore due to her husband’s business. Daniela was searching for a gymnastics club for her young daughter and she was not able to find what she was looking for. So she decided to open her own place and she is now the Managing Director of Bianka Panova Academy which has been operating since 2015 and has a clear vision to become the premier world-class academy in the Asia Pacific region.

Her prior work experience ranges from marketing manager roles to organizing high-end events for corporate clients. She holds a B.A of Business Administration as well as Marketing and Social Media diplomas.

Daniela is extremely passionate about dancing – she used to be a Ballroom and Latin dancer and an amateur actress. Her other interests include reading books and watching theatre. She genuinely believes that everybody has a huge potential to succeed in life if they do exactly what they love and passionate about. Her moto is to always dream big and follow-through in order to create and achieve incredible things.

Bianka has been living and working in five different European countries before finally settling in Singapore. Her professional experience ranges from being a Head Coach of RG clubs in Italy and Belgium, to the National Coach and Consultant for RG teams in Switzerland, Spain and UK. She was also selected as an International Judge for FIG (International Gymnastics Federation) between the years of 1996 and 2000. In 2015, Bianka relocated to Singapore and together with Ms. Daniela co-founded the Academy with the shared vision of developing RG world-class platform in Singapore for young and upcoming gymnast talents.

Her other hobbies include reading, writing, drawing, and dancing. In 2013, Bianka published her first book “In The Name Of The Great Goal – Behind the Scenes” which is a book based on her fascinating life story as a young gymnast celebrating few euphoric moments as well as facing an incredibly challenging growing pains. It was definitely not an easy journey but as Bianka always says: “I’m grateful from the bottom of my heart for everything that happened to me.”

Wen Jin is a Singaporean local through and through. One of his many achievements is holding a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Finance, the industry he is currently pursuing an ACCA certification for.

He started his finance journey working in various finance departments in multiple industries such as hospitality, banking and a SME start-up. Through the years in the said industries, he has experienced wearing multiple hats and experienced different roles such as HR and Operations. His passion for joining SME-cultured businesses stems from the idea of being with a team that is like-minded and shares a vision for the company’s growth and success, something that he found when he joined the BPA Team.

One of his main passions is being a cultural traveler where he is able to live and experience life there as a local. Some of his best memories include eating delicious street food at the heart of Thailand and living in a cabin in the Swiss alps.

Christina was born and raised in Singapore where she earned a Diploma in Missions from Tung Ling Bible College, an LCCI Diploma in Marketing, a Certificate in Marketing from Chartered Institute of Marketing, and an Advanced Certificate in Training & Assessment.

With all these accomplishments, she has been in a plethora of industries including but not limited to Events, Education, Travel, and Retail. Most notably, she has 15-year experience in Tourism & Attractions specializing in Frontline Ops, Guest Experience, and Training.

Christina is excited to join the Academy because she has been inspired by Bianka’s holistic principles and methodologies.

In her free time, she enjoys walking in nature, hiking, and baking.

Born in Malaysia, Sooriyan’s journey has taken him between his home country and Singapore as he pursues his passions. He holds a diploma in Sonic Arts from Republic Polytechnic Singapore, with dreams of becoming a music producer. When he’s not crafting sick beats, Sooriyan immerses himself in another passion: communication. With 6 years of experience in the hospitality industry, he started as a front desk receptionist and advanced to Duty Manager at a co-living property in Singapore. Now, at BPA, he is excited to enhance client experiences and learn how customer service is applied across different industries. In his leisure time, Sooriyan loves watching movies and creating musical tracks in Ableton Live. He’s eager to bring his unique background and insights to our team!

Juliette, born in Malaysia, holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a focus in Marketing. Throughout her career, she has gained extensive experience across various sectors, including seven years in the education industry, as well as in banking, real estate, and e-commerce. Driven by a desire to explore new challenges and enhance her skills, she joined BPA to dive into the rhythmic gymnastics industry and deepen her understanding of the fitness world. With a strong interest in rhythmic sports, she is excited to connect with others who share her passion. In her leisure time, Juliette enjoys playing badminton, engaging in outdoor activities like hiking and adventure sports, and traveling to experience different cultures and create lasting memories.

Samuel is a local Singaporean that has travelled to Beijing and Australia for two months each as a part of an exchange program.

He holds a Pharmaceutical Science Diploma, and is Certified in Teaching and Learning.

He proudly carries these education around as he dabbles in finance, education, consulting, and automobile. Despite these industries, however, Samuel’s strong suits are business development, content creation, sales, operation, and training.

Samuel is a person who always seek for constant growth, loves to try something new, and is a strong proponent of giving back to the next generation. Joining the Academy aligns with these principles, so he’s very excited to be a part of a platform that provides the youths a chance to pursue their passions and dreams.

Samuel’s hobbies include badminton, singing, and songwriting as he used to be a part of a band that performed in various places.

Suzanne, born and raised in Singapore, holds an MBA and is dedicated to continuous learning and staying updated on the latest HR practices. A seasoned and passionate HR professional, she is committed to helping others find fulfilment in their careers. Her focus on cultivating a positive work environment highlights her dedication to fostering a culture of support and growth within the organization. The Academy’s emphasis on providing a holistic learning experience to gymnasts deeply resonates with her, and she is enthusiastic about being part of the team. Suzanne’s love for hiking and the outdoors reflects her appreciation for nature and a healthy, active lifestyle, which further enhances her well-being and professional effectiveness.

Bianka has been living and working in five different European countries before finally settling in Singapore. Her professional experience ranges from being a Head Coach of RG clubs in Italy and Belgium, to the National Coach and Consultant for RG teams in Switzerland, Spain and UK. She was also selected as an International Judge for FIG (International Gymnastics Federation) between the years of 1996 and 2000. In 2015, Bianka relocated to Singapore and together with Ms. Daniela co-founded the Academy with the shared vision of developing RG world-class platform in Singapore for young and upcoming gymnast talents.

Her other hobbies include reading, writing, drawing, and dancing. In 2013, Bianka published her first book “In The Name Of The Great Goal – Behind the Scenes” which is a book based on her fascinating life story as a young gymnast celebrating few euphoric moments as well as facing an incredibly challenging growing pains. It was definitely not an easy journey but as Bianka always says: “I’m grateful from the bottom of my heart for everything that happened to me.”

Coach Miho Harada is from Japan and has lived in Malaysia for a couple of years before recently moving to Singapore.

Back home, she studied Physical Education at Tokyo Women’s College, and she went on to become an Assistant Coach at her alma matter’s Junior Youth Rhythmic Gymnastics Club Team for three years. This experience opened the door for her to go abroad to Malaysia as a Coach at Rhythmic Excellence Unity Academy for four years. In 2016, Miho attended a seminar hosted by Bianka Panova which impressed her and impacted her coaching philosophy.

She looks forward to sharing her experience as a coach with our gymnasts in Singapore, as well as improving her coaching techniques through Bianka’s expertise. On top of this, she was also attracted by the coaches and staff’s great teamwork, warm atmosphere, and cheerful students.

In her free time, Miho likes to travel, learn different languages, and unwind in a sauna.

Konatsu Arai, a native of Japan, completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education at Tokyo Women’s College of Physical Education, Japan. Starting ballet at the age of two, she seamlessly transitioned into rhythmic gymnastics when she was twelve years old, excelling throughout her college years.

As a rhythmic gymnast, Konatsu represented the Tokyo Women’s College, her achievements are remarkable, including securing 2nd place in hoop & clubs at the Gwangju 2015 Universiade in Korea and clinching 1st place in group work at the All Japan National Championships in both 2015 and 2016. Additionally, she achieved 2nd place in group work at the Japan Interchange Competition in 2018.

Konatsu’s career as a rhythmic gymnast has brought her to prestigious events such as the closing ceremony of the 2020 Paralympic Games and performances at Star Island in Singapore, Saudi Arabia, and various other venues. Alongside her performances, she devoted herself to enhancing her gymnastics skills and giving back to the rhythmic gymnastics community by volunteering as a children’s gymnastics instructor before joining BPA.

Driven by a passion for personal and professional growth, Konatsu sought mentorship from Bianka. She successfully completed the Bianka Panova Training Curriculum and now works with gymnasts across all levels.

Justin was born in Victoria Australia, but has lived in Romania, Czech Republic, and Singapore since then. He has completed his Advanced Diploma in Arts (Classical Dance) at the National Theatre Ballet School in Australia.

Justin’s impressive work experience includes working with a variety of Ballet Companies around the world, including Melbourne City Ballet (Australia), Teatrul De Balet Sibiu (Romania), Národní Moravskoslezské Divadlo (Czech Republic), and currently dancing with Singapore Dance Theatre (Singapore).

Justin is enthusiastic about joining the Academy because working alongside inspiring, dedicated, and like-minded people drives him to be better. In fact, he is already a certified coach under Bianka Panova Academy’s own RG coaching program—which is designed to consistently deliver world class standards—and he is excited to be able to share his knowledge with the girls of the Academy.

Aside from his obvious passion for ballet and dance, Justin enjoys yoga, pilates, traveling the world, and café exploring. On his days off, he likes spending time alone but the day must be full of some activities!