Elite & Prep Teams Are Still Accepting Athletes!
Missed spring placements? You haven’t missed the season. Our USA Starz Elite and Prep teams in Gilbert and Queen Creek are still adding athletes for 2026–27. Our coaches place every athlete by age, skill and experience, so your child joins a team that fits from the very first practice.
Spots fill as athletes are placed and typically close in late fall, so reach out soon!
All-Star Cheer Gilbert, All-Star Cheer Queen Creek
Friends, teammates, family… for life!
We are one of the largest cheer programs in the Valley and the largest youth training facility in Arizona! USA Starz offers competitive All-Star cheer teams in Gilbert and Queen Creek, ranging in age from Tiny to International Teams. We have programs for both All-Star Cheer and Prep Teams!
We have developed our cheer program to build strength, flexibility, and the technical skills to be successful in the sport. We believe every team member, of all ages, can be successful in our program. We offer the highest quality and most experienced cheerleading professionals in the state. Our USA cheer coaches are former college and All-Star cheer athletes that are USASF certified with years of experience coaching in successful programs. Our tumbling coaches are college or level 10 athletes that have been coaching with us for years.
Our Gilbert teams train in the USA Cheer, Tumbling & Dance Center, a 22,000 sq. ft. gym built just for cheer and tumbling, with 3 tumble tracks, 6 trampolines, 2 full-size spring floors and 4 in-ground foam pits. Queen Creek teams train in our 32,000 sq. ft. Queen Creek Gymnastics, Tumbling & Cheer Center. Whether your athlete is brand new to cheer or already competing, there’s a USA Starz team for them!
New member?
If your child is already at a competitive level, and you would like to learn more about the benefits of our competitive cheer program, times, or prices, please email John Yenny, our Cheer Director, at [email protected] or give us a call at (480) 926-1480!
Which USA Starz Team Is Right for Your Athlete?
USA Starz Cheer offers All-Star cheer teams in Gilbert and Queen Creek for athletes at different ages, skill levels, and commitment levels, including Elite, Prep, and Novice teams. Team placements are based on athlete age, skill level, experience, and what coaches see during the placement process.
Elite teams are 12-month competitive cheer teams with a higher practice and travel commitment. Prep and Novice teams are 9-month non-travel options designed for athletes who want to build skills, confidence, and team experience in a competitive cheer setting.
Families should review the 2026–2027 Cheer Tryout Packet for full details about tryout registration, clinic dates, practice expectations, team options, fees, travel, and required forms.
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Not ready for a team yet? Start with Cheer Rec classes or a six-week Cheer Rec Performance Team, and move up when your coach says you’re ready.
All-Star Cheer in Gilbert
USA Starz Gilbert trains at 1530 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296, in our Cheer, Tumbling & Dance Center right next door to our original gym. Elite, Prep and Novice teams practice here. Call (480) 926-1480 for practice days, times and current openings.
All-Star Cheer in Queen Creek
USA Starz Queen Creek trains at 24648 S. Ellsworth Rd., Queen Creek, AZ 85142, at Ellsworth and Cloud Rds., serving Queen Creek and San Tan Valley families. Call (480) 783-2546 for practice days, times and current openings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers about USA Starz Cheer teams, tryouts, and team options.
Can my child still join a USA Starz team after tryouts?
Yes! Elite and Prep teams are still accepting athletes for the 2026–27 season. Coaches place new athletes by age, skill and experience. Call (480) 926-1480 to ask about openings.
How much does it cost to be on a USA Starz cheer team?
It depends on the team. Prep and Novice are 9-month, in-state programs and cost less than 12-month Elite teams. The 2026–2027 Cheer Tryout Packet lists fees and forms, and our Cheer Director will give you the exact figure for your athlete. Call (480) 926-1480.
Do you have cheer teams in both Gilbert and Queen Creek?
Yes. USA Starz has teams at our Gilbert gym at 1530 S. Gilbert Rd. and our Queen Creek gym at 24648 S. Ellsworth Rd.
Who coaches USA Starz?
Our cheer program is led by Cheer Director John Yenny. USA cheer coaches are former college and All-Star cheer athletes who are USASF certified, and our tumbling coaches are college or Level 10 athletes who have coached with us for years.
What is USA Starz Cheer?
USA Starz Cheer has competitive All-Star Cheer Gilbert and All-Star Cheer Queen Creek teams. The program includes teams for different ages, skill levels, and commitment levels.
What cheer teams does USA Starz offer?
USA Starz offers Elite Limited Travel Teams, Elite Travel and Worlds Teams, Prep Non-Travel Teams, and Novice Non-Travel Teams.
Who can join USA Starz Cheer?
Athletes may be placed on a team based on age, skill level, experience, commitment level, and what coaches see during the placement process.
Does every cheer team travel?
No. Elite teams may travel out of state, while Prep and Novice teams are non-travel teams that compete in state.
How often do USA Starz Cheer teams practice?
Elite teams practice three times per week, with additional weekend practices in the fall and before competitions. Prep and Novice teams practice two times per week.
How long is the cheer season?
Elite teams are 12-month competitive programs. Prep and Novice teams are 9-month programs.
What if my child is not ready for an All-Star team?
Athletes who are not ready for an All-Star Cheer Team can join Cheer Rec or All Star Prep programs to build skills and confidence before moving up.
How do I get more information?
Email John Yenny at [email protected] or call (480) 926-1480 to learn more about cheer team options, tryouts, practice times, and pricing.
