I have been cheering here for over 6 years now and you won't find any other amazing cheer program…read morewith such a family feeling than this. Everyone here loves and respects you. The coaches and staff are just amazing, the parents of the athletes treat you like their own sons/daughters and over the experience is something you could never get at any other gym.

From the owner: We specialize in recreational and competitive gymnastics and cheerleading. We offer tumbling…read moreclass. We have preschool open gym and birthday parties.

TCPKC is gym that truly cares for its athletes at all levels!! The coaches and teams are supported…read moreby the owner and given the resources to be successful. I am so glad I found the Cheer Pitt!

When a person chooses to run a facility like this, they are making a moral agreement to the…read morechildren that attend to have their best physical and mental interests at heart. Shelby Swartz, the owner of The Cheer Pitt did not get that memo. She will undoubtedly reply to this review by stating "I'm sorry we don't see that you have ever had an account with us", as she has done the other negative reviews. This reaction only shows her lack of professionalism and willingness to take accountability for the negative events that take place in the environment that she fosters. At her business, when committing to a team you have to sign a legally binding contract. However, I assure you, this contract is one sided and only adheres the guardian to the financial obligation, and not the owner to have an obligation to your child's best interest. During our time there we have witnessed parents making fun of parents, parents making fun of the owner, bullying, kids making fun of kids, parents making fun of kids, at least one coach high on cocaine while coaching (my daughter sprained her elbow during a class with him where he removed her spot without warning her), athletes getting hurt, the owner making fun of parents, the owner making fun of athletes, the owner speaking poorly of other gyms, binge drinking in front of athletes during "team bonding events", parents yelling at parents of other gyms, and name calling. Of all the practices I watched, there wasn't one that ended without a girl crying on my daughter's team. The owner places profit and her ego above the well being of the athletes and if anyone has the willingness to speak on the blatant ill behaviors witnessed, their athlete will be kicked out. Shelby constantly threatens parents and athletes to keep them quiet. She praises herself as being a leader and a mentor, yet has little to no concern for lower level athletes, or providing an accessible path for them to advance. She only focuses on how everyone can serve her and not how she can serve the athletes. The Cheer Pitt operates closer to a cult than a facility that fosters character in children. I recommend saving your money, or better yet choosing another of the 3 cheer gyms very close by that have a greater and more successful selection of teams and classes. I applaud the other people that were brave enough to come forward and speak on their negative experiences. I know from our experience at The Cheer Pitt that anyone with a true backbone and concern for the well being of the children, and not just the "leader", will be ridiculed and ostracized.

The environment is very hectic, unstructured, and unfriendly. There seems to be several gymnastic…read moreclasses going on, in the same room, at the same time. It's very confusing and the children are all over the place. The environment is not conducive to learning.

My 3 year old daughter likes the class but as a parent of a young one there is really no room to…read morehang out during the class considering I'm asked to help change her shoes between gymnastics and dance. Its ok with the weather nice but will become an issue when the weather turns. Not to mention its total chaos. The girl at the front desk doesn't even have a list of who is in what class. I guess that poster you were coloring with markers is more important.

I want to take a moment to share something important to me…read more I have three kids that have all played competitive sports since they were old enough. Out of all the teams we have been on the amount of LOVE AND SUPPORT we have gotten from NJE (even after moving on to dance) is beyond amazing. I've never in my life had a team that truly makes you feel like it's more than just a team...it's FAMILY!! Yes it's still a business and they need to make money but it has never felt that way. How many coaches do you know who will take time to surprise EVERY athlete on their team whom made it is Disney by showing up at THEIR SCHOOL to give them a congratulations gift? That's right. They drove all around the KC area to surprise their girls for winning a bid to "The Summit" (the Super Bowl of cheer if you will). Now this is my youngest second year of not cheering. She had switched over to dance a year and a half ago. How many of you could say your ex coaches and teammates/parents would pay to come watch your child perform at their new dance studio? ‍Well I can tell you out of all the coaches my kids have had NJE are the only one that has does this. This is what touches me deep in my heart and they will FOREVER be a part of my family! This is what these kids need to see. Love/caring/kindness and to me THIS is winning! (Yes they do actually win competitions also. Lol but this is more important to me than anything) They are the perfect balance of being tough on your child when needed and expect them to give 100% and when they do great they know how to show the athletes how proud they are of them. If we ever go back to cheer (which she is talking about it ) we would only go back there. Oh and speaking of they are the only gym I know that does not have the drama and when a girl leaves they almost always come back. In case you were wondering my daughter had cheered their for four years!

The Best place to cheer!!!! It's a blessing to be in this Fun and Family Environment where your…read moreathletes learn a ton of skills & how to be leaders. Thank you Nje for always being great!

We visited the Blue Valley Rec Center for the first time a few weeks ago for a friend's child's…read morebirthday party. When I first parked and walked in I noticed that the building felt a bit dated. I do think it could benefit from a bit of a facelift, but the gymnastics area where the kids played during the party (while hitting me hard with 90s nostalgia) was super fun for the kiddos and kept them entertained for the hour or two they spent playing. I found the room for the party to be clean and well set up. It's nice that it's such a big room so you can accomodate a large group. I'm not sure if you can just take kids here to play for a fee or not, but if you can it might not be a bad place to explore on a cold or rainy day to get the wiggles out!

Good yoga classes, only 12 people with a capacity of 25...maybe just got lucky because it was…read moreMonday night. Appreciate the fact that they provide blankets and straps. Yoga flow is highly recommended for someone getting back in formal yoga again.

The instructors are very passionate about teaching the kids. The kids come away from class each…read moreweek energized and confident. Great organization.

10/10 would recommend ActivStars for your youth activity needs. Not only do they offer…read morecheerleading, but karate as well! There are so many locations in the KC area, as well as Iowa, Nebraska, and Kansas. The staff is friendly, and very helpful. Classes are once a week, with the exception of clinics, and competitions. Classes are VERY affordable. In comparison to All Star Cheer, ActivStars' curriculum, rules and regulations are very similar. Coaches are understanding, and very helpful, and for the cherry on top, each location has safety guidelines that are consistent wherever you go.

Johnson County Dance Center is truly a gem in the Kansas City area. From the moment you walk…read morethrough the doors, you can feel the energy, professionalism, and genuine care that goes into everything they do. The owner and teachers here are not only incredibly talented dancers, but also amazing teachers who know how to bring the best out of every student. Whether it's a little one in their very first dance class or a teen perfecting their competition routine, every dancer gets the right balance of encouragement, discipline, and fun. One of the things we love most about JCDC is the sense of community. It's not just about dance--it's about teamwork, confidence, and building lifelong friendships. You can tell the dancers here are proud to be part of this studio, and that says a lot. If you're looking for a studio where your child will be challenged, supported, and inspired all at once, Johnson County Dance Center is the place. They don't just teach dance, they build strong, confident kids who love what they're doing.

My daughter is in her 5th season with Johnson County Dance Center and it has become her home away…read morefrom home! I love that rehearsal and classes are during the week, which leaves the weekends for more family time...no 8 hour Saturday practice to work around. I did not grow up dancing so I went in blind, but the other parents and the teachers helped me to understand what is expected and how to navigate the competitive dance world. The teachers really focus on technique and not just trick after trick. I know my daughter is in good hands and I trust their judgement and guidance. If anyone is looking for a personal dance studio where you're more than just another face in the crowd I'd highly recommend JCDC!

Dance Fit Flow is exceptional! If you're a retired, current, or wanna-be dancer, try it out! All…read morelevels are welcome, and the staff is *chefs kiss*. The community is so strong at DFF, and they value getting to know you as a person. I look forward to going to class each week. Some of my favs are Topher's Tuesday classes and Caroline's pro power jazz, and Tara's pro power hip hop, but honestly, I haven't tried a class I didn't LOVE!!

So. Much. Fun. I haven't been in a jazz class in 20 years so I was pretty nervous for my first one…read moreat DFF. Though I was pretty rusty, the atmosphere was inviting and encouraging. Tony is a great instructor! I also LOVE WERQ. Tara does not mess around and is so much fun. I haven't been able to go to a cardio dance class since before the pandemic so I have a lot of catching up to do. This is the perfect class to do that. It kicks my butt in a good way!