Starting An All-star Team

[AngelsMum24]

We are a military family with an all star CP. There are no gyms within an hour of here and so I am wanting to start a team and eventually maybe even a full program.

I have selected a Senior Level 2 to begin with, since it is open to the greatest number of athletes and due to USASF credentialing requirements. We have a number of local middle and high schools as well as dance and tumbling studios.
I am working to become certified through ACCAA and credentialed with USASF. I've gotten quotes for insurance, gear, camps, and templates for contracts, becoming an LLC and looking to secure a practice location.

I am looking for guidance because I only have my previous experience as a gymnast/cheerleader and team mom to go on. I know what I liked from our previous gyms and what I didn't. I'm also a bit type A and if I am going to do this, I want to do it correctly, which is why I joined Fierce Boards.

Anyone interested in pointing me in the right direction? TIA

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[retiredl5cheer]

Are you planning on starting the program up for the 2014-2015 season, or do you want to jump right in?

The all-star prep division might be a good fit for you. You'll probably start with beginners with little to no experience so you'll want to test the waters in a transition division. All-star prep divisions are designed for teams that practice and cost less than regular all star teams.

 

[AngelsMum24]

Are you planning on starting the program up for the 2014-2015 season, or do you want to jump right in?

The all-star prep division might be a good fit for you. You'll probably start with beginners with little to no experience so you'll want to test the waters in a transition division. All-star prep divisions are designed for teams that practice and cost less than regular all star teams.

Thank you for your response! :)
Because my daughter is currently cheering this season with the gym that's an hour away, I am looking at starting it up for next season (2014-2015).

I am going to the regional credentialing in February. I was thinking of advertising for try-outs I April, with try-out clinics in May followed by try-outs and parent meeting toward the end. Practices would start in June with Stunt camp in July and choreography in August.

I came across a promising lead last night after talking with an acquaintance from my hometown. A local dance studio that had a rec team that only performed at local events and recital actually started an all star program this year. I was speaking with the owner and they currently have a junior team and a senior team. This is the first year she ever considered doing all-star and currently has two coaches. I am not sure of their experience or credentials, but the owner and I are going to meet up early next month to talk about next season.

Who knows, I might be able to get some coaching experience this year to be able to get credentialed for level 3, too.

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[AngelsMum24]

So even with the promising lead, it is their first year and we are all new to this so we are open to suggestions and pointers.

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[cheer_as2004]

I am in the same boat as you, so im interested to see where we bothget! Im opening a cheer gym in Ohio for next season. I am currently helping coach a level 2 mini and senior squad. :)

 

[AngelsMum24]

I just got a phone call today. I am video conferencing on Monday with the owner, the manager, and the current coach who is helping get it off the ground. I am sooo excited. We are looking at a mini, youth and senior team for next year. I'm so excited!! It's literally a dream come true!

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[LongHairDontCare1]

that sounds like an epic idea, to me, you'd be the best parents in the world!

 

[OECtumbleina]

I am in the same boat as you, so im interested to see where we bothget! Im opening a cheer gym in Ohio for next season. I am currently helping coach a level 2 mini and senior squad. :)

Where in Ohio are you opening a gym? Curious


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[AngelsMum24]

that sounds like an epic idea, to me, you'd be the best parents in the world!

Or the biggest PITA parents...depending on perspective. LOL

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[cheer_as2004]

Where in Ohio are you opening a gym? Curious

In Lancaster! (Southeastern Ohio)


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