G&S HAS A PROGRAM
FOR EVERYONE!

At G&S Academy, athletes have access to everything they need to succeed. From exciting camp activities to an enhanced training program; we aim to provide the best summer camp experience for athletes to develop, build confidence and have fun!

View each program/class description for athletes below.

Testing is an important part of the G & S Academy experience and is designed to help our instructors understand each athlete’s current tumbling ability. Athletes will be asked to perform their hardest straight tumbling pass, such as a round-off, round-off back handspring, round-off back handspring tuck, or other appropriate skill combination.

Based on the skills demonstrated, athletes will be placed into training groups with others who have similar tumbling abilities. This allows instructors to tailor instruction, drills, and progressions to each group while creating an environment where athletes can train alongside others working toward similar goals.
Open Gym gives athletes the opportunity to take ownership of their training and work on the skills they choose, at their own pace. Athletes can use this time to focus on specific tumbling skills, connections, drills, or areas of their routine that they want to improve.

This flexible training environment allows athletes to repeat skills, work through progressions, build confidence, and spend additional time on areas where they need more practice. Athletes are encouraged to come in with goals, make intentional choices about their training, and use the available space and equipment to maximize their time in the gym.

The goal is to help athletes develop independence, confidence, and better training habits while giving them the freedom to take ownership of their skill development.
This class is designed to help athletes better understand the college cheer recruiting process and what it takes to prepare for the next level. Athletes will have the opportunity to learn directly from college coaches about recruiting timelines, communication, expectations, team culture, scholarships, tryouts, and what coaches look for in potential athletes.

Through conversations, Q&A sessions, and interactive discussions with college coaches, athletes will learn how to introduce themselves, communicate professionally, create a strong recruiting presence, and prepare for the college cheer experience. Coaches will also share insight into what athletes can do now to become stronger candidates and better prepared for the recruiting process.

The goal is to help athletes understand the college recruiting process, build confidence when communicating with coaches, and take the next steps toward finding a college cheer opportunity that fits their goals.
This class teaches athletes how proper nutrition and hydration can directly impact energy, strength, recovery, focus, and overall athletic performance. Athletes will learn the fundamentals of fueling their bodies before, during, and after training and competition.
Ever wondered what judges see when they watch a cheer routine? In this interactive class, athletes will take a seat in the “Judges Seat” and learn to watch routines from a different perspective.

Athletes will watch real or example routines and form their own opinions on which team they believe should win. They will learn to identify strengths, mistakes, execution, difficulty, synchronization, performance quality, and other details that can influence how a routine is evaluated.

Through group discussion and guided comparisons, athletes will explain what they saw, what stood out to them, and why they believe one routine performed stronger than another. This class encourages athletes to develop a more educated eye and better understand what happens from the judge’s perspective. The goal is to help athletes become more knowledgeable, observant, and intentional performers by learning to see routines through a judge’s eyes.

PARENT CLASSES

G&S Academy provides parent classes that are free to enroll into while your athlete participates in their camp experience. These sessions are uniquely designed to give you an enhanced education on the sport, helping you better understand scoring, safety, and how to support your athlete's journey.

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“Talk with Kelly” is designed to give parents an opportunity to step away from the evaluation floor and gain a better understanding of the process their athletes are going through. Rather than watching every skill, comparing athletes, or questioning why an athlete is placed in a particular group, parents will learn how experienced coaches evaluate athletes and, more importantly, how those coaches determine what each athlete needs in order to progress safely and successfully.

The goal is to help parents understand that placement is not a judgment of an athlete's ability or potential. It is a starting point for development.

“Talk with Kelly” will help parents understand not only where their athlete is being placed, but why—and how that placement is part of the bigger picture of their development.
This parent-focused class is designed to help families understand how to support tumbling development safely and effectively. Parents will learn how strength, flexibility, body control, mobility, conditioning, recovery, and proper technique all contribute to an athlete’s ability to progress in tumbling.

The class will cover practical strategies parents can use to encourage healthy training habits outside the gym, including appropriate conditioning, stretching, warm-ups, recovery, goal setting, and recognizing when an athlete may need rest. Parents will also learn why proper progressions matter, why athletes should not rush skills, and how to support their athlete without attempting skills or advanced drills without qualified coaching.

The goal is to help parents understand safe training practices, support consistent skill development, and create healthy habits that allow athletes to progress confidently while reducing unnecessary training risks.
Ever watch your athlete tumble and wonder what all the different skills, drills, and progressions actually mean? This parent-focused class is designed to give families a better understanding of tumbling and the process athletes go through as they develop their skills.

Parents will learn the fundamentals behind common tumbling skills, including handstands, walkovers, back handsprings, tucks, layouts, twisting, and connections. We will break down terminology, technique, progressions, and the building blocks coaches use to safely develop skills. The class will also explain why athletes may spend significant time working on drills and foundational skills before moving on to more advanced tumbling.

The goal is to help parents better understand the tumbling process, recognize the importance of proper technique and progression, and gain insight into how they can support their athlete's development both inside and outside the gym.

COACHes education

We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of instruction. This section provides our staff with continuous professional development, safety certifications, and unified curriculum guides. By investing in our instructors, we ensure every athlete receives world-class training and mentorship at G&S Academy.

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This class focuses on basket technique, drills, and progressions across all levels. Coaches will explore proper loading, timing, body positions, technique, and execution to help improve consistency and performance. From foundational basket skills to more advanced variations, coaches will learn how to identify common mistakes, make corrections, and develop effective progressions that support athlete development while prioritizing safety and proper technique.
Develop a deeper understanding of the mental side of coaching and how it impacts athlete performance, confidence, and long-term development. This class explores strategies for building mental toughness, improving focus, managing performance anxiety, and helping athletes navigate fear, frustration, and setbacks. Coaches will learn how communication, goal setting, motivation, and creating a positive training environment can influence an athlete's mindset and willingness to take on challenges. The goal is to give coaches practical tools to recognize mental barriers, build trust, and help athletes develop the confidence and resilience needed to reach their full potential both in and out of the gym.
This class focuses on helping coaches identify, analyze, and correct common tumbling technique errors. Coaches will take a closer look at body positions, shapes, timing, power, and execution to better understand why athletes struggle with certain skills and how to make effective corrections. Through practical examples and coaching strategies, participants will learn how to recognize the root cause of a problem, select appropriate drills, and make adjustments that lead to stronger technique and more consistent results. The goal is to help coaches move beyond simply identifying mistakes and develop the tools to effectively correct them and improve athlete progression.
Take a closer look at front tumbling technique, progressions, and skill development. Coaches will explore drills, proper body positions, blocking technique, and connections to help athletes build stronger fundamentals and progress toward more advanced front tumbling skills. The focus is on identifying areas for improvement, correcting common mistakes, and developing effective training methods that improve power, technique, and consistency.
This class gives coaches hands-on experience with spotting techniques across all levels of tumbling, from beginner Level 1 skills through Elite Level 6. Coaches will learn proper spotting positions, timing, hand placement, and techniques to support athletes as they progress to more advanced skills. The focus is on building confidence, improving spotting mechanics, and developing a better understanding of how to provide effective support while prioritizing athlete safety and proper skill progression.
This class focuses on teaching and developing inversion skills in stunting across all levels. Coaches will explore proper technique, body positions, timing, grips, and progressions to help athletes build control, stability, and confidence. From foundational inversions to more advanced skills, coaches will learn how to identify common mistakes, make corrections, and implement effective drills to improve execution and support safe, consistent skill development.
Learn how to get the most out of your score sheet and make smarter decisions when building and preparing your routines. Coaches will explore scoring categories, skill selection, execution, and routine construction to better understand where points can be gained or lost. The goal is to help coaches identify opportunities for improvement, maximize scoring potential, and create routines that are both competitive and effective within their division's scoring system.
Mental blocks can be one of the most challenging obstacles for both athletes and coaches. This class takes an in-depth look at why mental blocks occur, how fear and anxiety can affect skill performance, and what coaches can do to help athletes work through these challenges. Coaches will explore strategies for recognizing early warning signs, building trust, improving communication, and creating a training environment that promotes confidence rather than pressure. The class will also cover practical approaches for helping athletes rebuild skills gradually, develop positive mental habits, and regain confidence without rushing the process. The goal is to equip coaches with the knowledge and tools to support athletes through mental blocks while helping create a culture that prioritizes patience, safety, and long-term success.
Learn how to develop effective stunt progressions that help athletes build strong foundations and advance their skills with confidence. Coaches will explore how to break down skills into manageable steps, identify prerequisite skills, set appropriate goals, and create structured training plans for different levels and abilities. The focus is on improving technique, building consistency, and creating a clear path for athlete development while prioritizing safety and proper skill progression.
Technical skills and physical ability are only part of the equation when it comes to athlete success. This class explores the role a coach's mindset plays in creating an environment where athletes can perform at their highest level. Coaches will examine how their communication, expectations, reactions to mistakes, and approach to challenges can influence athlete confidence, motivation, and performance. Through practical strategies and real-world coaching applications, participants will learn how to shift from simply correcting skills to developing confident, resilient athletes who can perform under pressure. The goal is to help coaches recognize the impact they have on an athlete's mindset and learn how to create a culture that encourages accountability, growth, trust, and peak performance.
Learn how to create effective tumbling lesson plans and structure classes to maximize athlete development and skill progression. Coaches will explore ways to organize class time, set clear goals, group athletes by ability, and create progressions that build strong fundamentals while preparing athletes for more advanced skills. The focus is on making the most of every class, improving athlete engagement, and creating a structured training environment that promotes safe, consistent, and measurable progress.
This class focuses on teaching and improving twisting skills in stunting, including both twisting up to a stunt and twisting dismounts. Coaches will explore proper technique, timing, body positions, and drills to improve consistency, control, and execution. The goal is to provide coaches with practical tools to teach twisting skills effectively, troubleshoot common mistakes, and help athletes progress safely while building confidence and precision in their stunts.
This class focuses on the technique, drills, and progressions needed to develop strong whips and layouts in tumbling. Coaches will explore proper body positions, power, set, rotation, and technique while learning how to identify and correct common mistakes. The goal is to provide coaches with practical training methods to improve skill execution, build consistency, and help athletes progress toward more advanced tumbling passes and connections.