Testimonial

October 26, 2004

My daughter and I are very happy to have been a part of the Toronto Aspirals family.

Although we moved to another city a year ago and no longer participate in rhythmic gymnastics, we   greatly appreciate all the years that we spent with the club.

We were introduced to the wonderful world of rhythmic gymnastics back home, in Kyrgyzstan, when Diana was about 5 years old. When we moved to Canada, we sought out the same sports activity.  Becoming a part of the Toronto Aspirals was one of greatest and most memorable things to have happened to us in our new country. We made friends and found great inspiration within a few years of being members of the club. Diana participated in multiple competitions and events organized by and with the Toronto Aspirals. Our time with the club was always a very pleasurable and exiting experience, challenging and very stimulating.

As a single parent, I found that Diana's involvement with an athletic club provided tremendous assistance to her growth and development. I felt that my daughter's participation in rhythmic gymnastics had a great impact on my little girl and strongly influenced her future. I have seen how my daughter improved her physical abilities over the years;   rhythmic gymnastics helped her develop discipline, goal orientation, determination; she learned how to be a team player. And with the help of routine ballet classes offered by the club, Diana also became very poised and graceful.

The Toronto Aspirals team has always been a great support to our family. The coaches and management have always shown amazing patience and care to my child and I in many situation. To us, they were always more than sport professionals, and we miss them dearly.

We wish you long and prosperous years in your future!

Sincerely yours,

Irina Karpenko and Diana Kurbanova