OUR PHILOSOPHY

We believe in an environment that promotes self-esteem, self-confidence and an all round positive experience. This can only be achieved by having professional, caring, energetic, and qualified instructors, who love children and love their job.

OUR STAFF

NICOLAE PIPEREA – OWNER/INSTRUCTOR

NICOLAE PIPEREA – OWNER/INSTRUCTOR
Nicolae grew up in Bucharest, Romania. His sporting background began at an early age. He became an accomplished soccer player, competing for the Romanian  First Division Club Sportul Studentesc. Also, he was part of the Romanian Junior National teams program. Later he competed for Lohne Obernbeck soccer team in  Germany. In 1992 he graduated the Academy of Physical Education and Sports of Bucharest. In 1994 Nicolae moved to the United States to seek out other opportunities and a better way of life. The rest speaks for itself. Becoming United States Citizens in 2002, Nicolae resides in Stamford with his wife Daniela, and two daughters, Georgiana and Nicole.

Former Professional Soccer Player – Romania & Germany
Bachelor Degree in Physical Education with specialization in Soccer -National Academy of Physical Education & Sports, Bucharest, Romania-
Romanian Coaching Licenses:
UEFA "A"  Soccer License 
  Tennis Coaching License

American Soccer Coaching Licenses:
NSCAA International Coaching Diploma  
NSCAA Premier Coaching License
USSF Youth National Coaching License
USSF D National Coaching License
USA Gymnastics – National Safety Certification
USA Gymnastics Instructor Member
CPR & First Aid Certification
Co-Host – Romanian Junior National Gymnastics Exchange
Former Head Girls Soccer Coach – Greenwich High School, Greenwich, CT
Head Boys Soccer Coach – Darien High School, Darien, CT
Connecticut Olympic Development Program coaching staff member
Owner – NFSC (Nicolae’s Fun Soccer Club)
Co-Owner – Jack Rabbits Gymnastics Club, LLC

JOHN SCHWARTZ – OWNER/INSTRUCTOR

John resides in Ridgefield, CT. In 1987 He graduated from the University of Arkansas with a degree in Marketing. He started his business career with National Financial Data Services and American Century Investors in Kansas City, MO. and eventually made his way back to the northeast to work for Cadbury Schweppes North America. After being laid off in 1992 and tempting at various local corporations, John decided to give the corporate world the boot, and move on to career that was more rewarding, satisfying and fun. For 3 years he coached Cross-Country and Track and Field at his old High School. Inspired by the 1996 U.S. Olympic Gymnastics Team, John began instructing gymnasts at the U.S. Academy of Gymnastics and later at the Darien YMCA, where he still is employed.
Marketing Degree – University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Arkansas
KAT Certified – Kinder Accreditation for Teachers
USA Gymnastics – Professional Member
USA Gymnastics – National Safety Certification
American Red Cross – First Aid & CPR Certified
Co-Host – Romanian Junior National Gymnastics Exchange
Former Director of Gymnastics – Darien YMCA
Former Pre-Team Instructor – Darien YMCA
Assistant Team Manager – Darien YMCA
Class Instructor – Darien YMCA
Co-Owner – Jack Rabbits Gymnastics, Club, LLC

ALIN ANDREI – INSTRUCTOR

He was born in Ploiesti, Romania. 
   Former professional soccer player. 
   Jack Rabbits instructor since 2006.