Our daughter began at CSA in a cheer/tumbling class 5 years ago. We chose CSA because it was close to JSerra HS that our eldest son was commuting to, and also because they have a special needs cheer team (we have another son w/special needs). Our son graduated HS, but we stayed at CSA, and drive from Oceanside 3 Times/week because our daughter has made friends at CSA, the coaches are great: inspirational, motivational, and believe in the athletes, and because the owners and coaches instill values and lessons into the girls.
The 5-6 year old Tiny Novice team was an utter disappointment. We paid over a $1000 for a few months of the coaches yelling at my 6 year old, telling her she as doing terribly and not letting her go to the bathroom when she asked to. It was discouraging and over priced. This team does not stunt, does not tumble, and does not compete against anyone so that they win their division. Not an uplifting program for small children. Maybe better for older girls who are ok with harsh criticism. My 6 year old left crying most days after practice. There was favoritism, bullying, revolving coaches, and disrespect from the owner when I mentioned anything. What a disappointing experience.
I have cheered here 3 years, and absolutely love it here! There isnt a bad coach in the gym - I absolutely love the coaches and staff here! Everyone is so sweet, encouraging, and caring - same for my teammates! I absolutely love my team, and teams are kept small-ish (my team has 17 girls). We bond a lot through team bonding events. The gym has a small, family atmosphere. I am also a buddy for the special needs team; and it is a wonderful experience! I have learned so many life skills here; leadership, teamwork, integrity, perseverance, etc. CSA is a smaller gym, but the best all star cheer gym around! In addition, they also do cheer and tumbling classes for beginners. I LOVE CSA!
A friendly, family owned gym. Excellent coaching and and overall very good experience for my daughter.
After my daughter had an extremely disappointing experience on a different cheer team we found CSA. The owner, Karen is wonderful, kind and welcoming. Our family, especially my daughter is delighted to be part of CSA.
Amazing coaching staff, such a dedication to the athletes. Teams are always winning competitions.
Competitive Cheer and tumbling