All-Star Expansions, Openings, And Mergers For 2013-2014

[Deleted member 11199]

Hmm, Power as in AZ Power (as has been mentioned in this thread) or is it POWER in Northern California?

DEFINITELY not POWER in northern CA.... Long story, lots of drama

 

[Deleted member 11199]

From what I remember the Power gym and the Livermore area/cali gym are a good 1:45 minutes away from each other without traffic. So it could be feasible, not saying it would happen but its far enough away I would think.

I can reassure you it is not POWER in norcal. Just from being part of all the drama last season and coming into this season :confused:

 

[acheer]

No, you're not tardy. :)

I think this is the first public post I've made about it now that all commitments and responsibilities have been honored at our former gym. Our banquet was Sunday so the 12step family gag order instilled during the season out of respect for our program has been lifted (which is still and will continue to be an outstanding program that I will continue to recommend). The parent boards were generally aware we were moving but this is the first I've said anything specific. ;)

Well, except for showing my blinging abilities in the bedazzled backpack thread on Sunday night.


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Any particular reason why you are now at CEA? You don't have to answer if you don't feel comfortable. I love the Aviator program and have high hopes for them in the coming seasons

 

[Deleted member 11199]

SOMEBODY SPILL THE TEA ON THE NEW CALIFORNIA GYM MERGE/TAKEOVER

 

[12stepCheermom]

Any particular reason why you are now at CEA? You don't have to answer if you don't feel comfortable. I love the Aviator program and have high hopes for them in the coming seasons

They are a great program and should have a successful 13-14. They're adding NCA to their schedule this year as well. As they're building they're program they're doing it correctly and not trying to force higher levels before they're ready for them. In fear of sounding like Susie's mom, my son (as boys tend to do) really packed on the skills this year and unfortunately outgrew what his home gym will be able to provide for him this coming year. He's ready for a competitive worlds team this year and only has three seasons left. There is no super senior year for him if he gets into the Air Force Academy.

So with more tears than should be legal in any state we said our farewell this past week and look forward to cheering them on as they continue to build their legacy. We're proud to have been a part of it :)


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[dawgshow]

Sorry for the confusing post. This damn autocorrect is killing me, plus I haven't figured out how to directly reply to a post on the app .

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Tap on the post and hit "quote"

 

[crazyredhead]

DEFINITELY not POWER in northern CA.... Long story, lots of drama

Drama??

 

[mstealtoyou]

Awesome. Thanks for explaining! I'm not sure if you were getting the vibe that I was attacking or something, as I am genuinely curious. We could never have that many successful gyms that close to each other where I'm from, so I find this interesting.
From a business standpoint re: Kernersville being centrally located, wouldn't it make more sense just to expand K-Vegas and make that a Cheer Athletics sized facility and eliminate Raleigh and Charlotte? I think that's what I'm the most confused about as someone not from NC. Do you think the families would not make the commitment to commute from CLT or Raleigh?

I didn't take your original question that way at all. Which is why I answered truthfully instead of snarkily. ;)

I think this is well said. There's been discussion on the board before about the strengths of each gym being equal to kville and many if the satellites aren't the same intensity that I've seen come from kville. I've watched that for years. And its true. i don't think thats a bad thing. But I think you explained it well, not every satellite has the same purpose, focus and level of commitment. Which explains that. Some folks may prefer that style for their cp and the satellites provide that, so people can choose their style of cheer.

After seeing kville in person over the last few months I sortof see it this way... A "mega gym" generally has multiple tiers of cheer to pick from, from Rec, prep, etc up to competitive worlds teams.

That system physically won't fit in kville. Kville is ONE floor that if you over rotate for tumbling pass you're out the window and in the parking lot. So the satellite gyms can create the same system they're just physically in separate places.

As for concord (on I 85) and Lake Norman (on I 77) they may look close but in Charlotte traffic....they're not. Last Thursday it literally took me an hour and 45 minutes to get to the Charlotte location, and I live 30 miles away. I can drive to kville (102 miles away) in the same amount of time...no lie.

But again, it's choices. I've now got my 13 y/o girl that has her heart set on the CLT JC5 and I don't think she needs to step up her intensity quite yet (she literally just turned 13 so well break her into CEA at home). My son on the other hand is so wholly focused on the intensity and possibility of Coed Elite....this family (from Charlotte) will be making the drive and I now have two kids registered in two places. In many "mega gyms" that could all be accomplished in the same building, but this system has those options in different locations.


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I was typing up my answer but your's was much better!! Thanks! The only thing I would add is the current system of gyms keep's Courtney and Kelly both actively involved in the kids/teams they are directly responsible for. Each coaches in a very different way, though equally as successful and the way our locations are set up allows each Smith sister to "Shine" in her own space.

 

[mstealtoyou]

And as Paul Harvey use to say..."and now.. The rest of the story". Unfortunately it will never be discussed.

Care to share with the masses?

 

[Deleted member 11199]

Drama??

It was actually a series of events that led to major drama... needless to say, last season was not an easy one. I'll leave it there just to maintain the integrity of some people and not bring up old issues lol

 

[Deleted member 11300]

Mstealtoyou.....there are 2 sides to every story. Ppl spin theirs to look all noble and loving and perfect. Ppl need to open their eyes, quit drinking the koolaid and think about it. Don't pretend to be something you are not (not you personally).

 

[NoDramaCheerMama]

One united is in mooresville at exit 36 so it wouldn't be that. Galaxy is 5 minutes from our house in Gastonia so it's not that either. My money is on Victory or Odyssey of Concord. They're the only ones I can think of that are out there unless there's a very small gym I haven't heard of.


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I know for a fact it is not Victory. Odyssey isn't in Concord, it's in Harrisburg so that can't be it. These locations are all very close to me, I'm intrigued by the whole thing!


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[12stepCheermom]

I know for a fact it is not Victory. Odyssey isn't in Concord, it's in Harrisburg so that can't be it. These locations are all very close to me, I'm intrigued by the whole thing!


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Well then I have no idea :) I don't know any other gyms around there. Should be interesting when it all comes out.


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[Xtremegirls:)]

Mstealtoyou.....there are 2 sides to every story. Ppl spin theirs to look all noble and loving and perfect. Ppl need to open their eyes, quit drinking the koolaid and think about it. Don't pretend to be something you are not (not you personally).

Well then please share your side of the story, we would all love to hear

 

[mstealtoyou]

Mstealtoyou.....there are 2 sides to every story. Ppl spin theirs to look all noble and loving and perfect. Ppl need to open their eyes, quit drinking the koolaid and think about it. Don't pretend to be something you are not (not you personally).

Apparently I'm not good at reading between the lines. If you want to message me I'm heading to work and will look forward to reading it after my shift tonight. If not, I will continue to be clueless. Which works for me most of the time.....:cool:......and I'll hear it all in good time, I guess.

I love how this board has official gone from calling us "Teal colored glasses wearers" to "Kool aid drinkers". It's a refreshing change for those of us that have been around for 10 and more years. (Not you personally just a general statement)