Premier Cheerleading Programs in St. Louis | Cheer Athletics St. Louis

TEAM PLACEMENTS

When forming teams, we consider factors such as athlete skills, experience, and maturity. Team placement is primarily determined by birth year and skill level. Rosters are subject to change at any point and for any reason under the coaches discretion. Team announcements will be sent via email by May 31st, 2026

COMPETITION SCHEDULE

The competition schedule varies by team. Most teams will attend competitions hosted both locally and nationally, with the opportunity to be invited to and to attend End-Of-Season Events (i.e., The Regional Summit, The Cheerleading Worlds, The Summit) at an additional cost. Competition schedules will be released in June 2026.

TRAVEL EXPENSES

Travel expenses are not included in monthly tuition. Athletes are responsible for booking their own travel arrangements. End-of-season events are considered additional costs and are not covered by tuition. Please note that fees may be charged by both the gym and the competition/event provider for these events.

Time Commitment

Participation in our All Star Cheer program requires a 12-month commitment. During June and July, teams will hold 2 weekday practices and 2 required camps. Beginning in August, Sunday practices will be added and will continue through May 2027. Additional or extended practices may be scheduled at key points throughout the season.

Athletes are expected to prioritize their involvement in the program and commit to attending all scheduled practices.

All Star Cheer is a competitive team sport that requires commitment, consistency, and a strong work ethic. Our program emphasizes safe, progressive training in stunting, tumbling, jumps, conditioning, and performance, while fostering leadership, accountability, and sportsmanship. Athletes selected for a team are expected to maintain regular attendance, demonstrate a positive attitude, and fully commit to the season. Our goal is to build not only strong athletes, but confident individuals both on and off the mat.

Tryouts are designed to be a positive experience for athletes to showcase skills.

Tryout sessions are not divided by age or level. All necessary tryout fees must be paid in order to participate. Private Tryouts are available upon request. Email stl@cheerathletics.com to schedule.

Download info packet for tryout dates & info!

Participation in All Star Cheer involves a meaningful financial commitment. We encourage families to carefully consider the investment required for the full season. Tuition is divided into 12 equal monthly installments and is due on the first of each month. Billing begins in June 2026 and continues through May 2027. Monthly tuition remains consistent throughout the season and is processed through our online customer portal. A valid credit or debit card must be kept on file.

Tuition includes team training, regular-season competition fees, and other non-refundable program expenses. A non-refundable music and choreography fee will be charged to accounts in July 2026. Our payment processing platform will apply standard credit card processing fees. These fees can be waived for families who choose to pay the season in full at the start of the year.

For a more detailed breakdown of costs and fees, download the info packet

We are excited for our 2 season with Dance Athletics’ All-Star! Our goal is to create a tradition of excellence through respect, structure, and confidence in every athlete. For over 30 years, Cheer Athletics has shaped strong and confident athletes, and we aim to do the same at Dance Athletics St. Louis.

We expect all dancers to respect each other, their coaches, and themselves while advancing their skills and confidence. Thank you for considering our All-Star Elite Dance Programs; we look forward to working with you and your athlete!

Season 2 will be Hip-Hop, Pom, & Contemporary/Lyrical (either as a team or individually, and depending on tryouts).

Tryouts will be held over two days for all levels, and a fee is required to participate. Athletes will be assessed on their skills and assigned to teams based on their birth year.

Download info packet for tryout dates & info!

At Cheer Athletics, we are committed to achieving excellence in our endeavors. Our primary objective is to ensure that every athlete enjoys a positive experience while also gaining an understanding of what it means to be a competitive athlete. Moreover, we aim to facilitate the development of essential life skills throughout this process.

Spirit Squad has joined CA St. Louis to launch our very first CheerABILITIES team, and we are excited to continue growing each season.

This is an adaptive all-star cheerleading team for athletes of all ages and abilities. The team will practice once a week, with additional practices scheduled as we approach competitions.

Athletes will gain experience in stunting, tumbling, jumps, dancing, and performing.

CheerABILITIES is a program that allows people with disabilities to participate in cheerleading and dance. The program aims to help athletes build confidence, self-esteem, and social skills.

Learn more about our team, tryouts, financial info, and more in our CheerABILTIES info packet!

STUNT the Sport

STUNT is one of the fastest growing female sports in the country. As a new form of competitive cheerleading, STUNT is performed in a head-to-head 4-quarter format. Each quarter focuses on different elements of competitive cheerleading.

• Quarter 1: Partner Stunts
• Quarter 2: Pyramids & Tosses
• Quarter 3: Jumps & Tumbling
• Quarter 4: Team Routine

STUNT

Within each Quarter, there are 2-4 rounds of play, dependent upon age category. Each “round” of play will focus on a pre-set routine that ranges in skill level.

For 8U teams, there are 3 potential levels of play while 11U, 14U, 16U, and 18U have a potential of 6 levels of play. Each “play” will last 30 seconds, or ten 8-counts, long. A game of STUNT typically lasts about 45-60 minutes.

Scoring Officials will determine the number and degree of errors made by each team during play. The team with the fewest deductions is declared the winner of each round, receiving points toward their final score.

Learn more about STUNT the Sport by visiting stuntthesport.org

The World Needs More Cheer

Cheer Athletics is widely regarded as the most successful athletic program of its type. CA helps build healthy, happy, and confident athletes. The life lessons are many; including sportsmanship, teamwork, time management, goal setting and striving to win!

Today, more than ever, athletes need a place to belong, a reason to persevere and feel empowered. CA athletes, their parents and families are invited to be part of G3FCA2A tradition. We are united for our athletes, to challenge limits and beat expectations!

Athletes learn the “CA Way” of competitive cheerleading and gain skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. The progress athletes make in a positive and supportive environment can be incredible! Simple gestures like a pat on the back, a high five, and positive encouragement make a big difference.

The Catalyst program is all about giving more athletes the chance to get into competitive cheerleading. It’s perfect for those dedicated athletes and families who want less time commitment and lower costs, but still want to compete locally and be part of a cheer family. Athletes really need to make this a priority and commit to coming to all the scheduled practices.

Our sport depends on everyone being there to get the practice and skills needed to perform at the expected level.

Download the Catalyst info packet for more info!