ABOUT US

WE ARE FORCE ELITE ACADEMY

Know more about South Australia’s largest Cheerleading, Dance & Tumbling Program.

Our Mission

At Force Elite, we exist to create a vibrant community built on our core values of Family, Passion, and Growth.

When you walk through our doors, you’ll feel the positive energy of our family-friendly culture. With our passionate instructors, we instill a love for cheer, dance, and tumble, fostering friendships and empowering athletes to grow both on and off the mat, while helping our athletes be accountable for their actions and performance as well.

OUR PURPOSE AND PASSION

WHY FORCE ELITE ACADEMY

Serving both metropolitan and southern suburbs, our two locations make it easier for you to be a part of our growing community.

Two Locations across Adelaide

Our facilities set the standard in cheer, dance, and tumbling. With multiple cheerleading spring floors, dedicated tumbling areas, trampolines, and semi-sprung dance flooring, we offer an environment where athletes can truly excel.

World Class Facilities capable of Cheer, Dance & Tumbling

Our coaching team is second to none, dedicated to perfection and progression in all things cheer, dance, and tumbling. Their expertise ensures that every athlete reaches their full potential.

Qualified and Experienced Coaching Staff

We pride ourselves on our culture of inclusiveness and respect. This shines through when an athlete achieves a new skill or when teams support each other at competitions. We're not just a team; we're a family.

Family-based culture of inclusiveness and respect

We're not just about skills on the mat; we're about building character. Our programs are designed to instil discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills that will benefit our athletes in all areas of life.

Commitment to Growth and Development

our founder

Dena Piro

Owner and Director

Dena has been involved in dance her whole life and the cheer world for over 10 years first starting as a cheerleader herself. Dena’s devotion to her passion and her athlete lead her to creating Force Elite Academy in 2016 and forever changed from the once performance troupe into the full cheerleading and dance academy you see today.

EXPERIENCE:

OUR COACHING STAFF

Helena Norton

Manager and Head Coach All-Star Cheerleading

Helena has been apart of FEA since she was just 15, she went through our coach in training program before not long taking on her own teams. She wear many hats at FEA, inhouse choreographer, designs merchandise, supports and mentors coaches.

Helena may not directly coach you but you can guarantee she has helped you with your cheer journey, weather that’s by mentoring your coach, choreographing your routine, helping you with your tumbling or supporting you on and off the floor. Her talent does not stop at the cheer floor, she has also been a dancer with FEA and our dances coaches have also called out to her for some choreography ideas.

Madison Spencer

Reception and Administration, Coach

Madi works our reception and administration. She has been an athlete with Force Elite since 2016, she has compete with us interstate and internationally, she will also be joining FEA on our worlds team in 2024.

Madi has a strong passion for cheer and dance and also coaches many teams across both our facilities.

Alina Mason

Ready-set-dance Coordinator, Coach

Alina is our Ready Set Dance co-ordinator. You will also see her in the gym coaching our dance teams and cheerleading teams from beginners to elite level. Alina started out at our Seaford location when she was just 12 years old, today you can still see her flying on out non tumbling teams and competing in our open dance teams.

Alina thrieves on sharing her passion for cheer and dance with her athletes and this is evident them on and off the floor.

Monique Mitchell

Dance co-ordinator

Monique has extensive background in calisthenics, dance and cheerleading. Monique started with us doing performance cheer for the Redlegs Football team and open competitor cheer over 10 years ago.

She loves being able to share and inspire our next generation of dancers and help them on their dance journey with FEA.

OUR PROGRAMS

our programs are all-inclusive and are the best valued across sa

CHEER

Unleash your potential in All Star Cheerleading, a dynamic team sport that combines stunts, dance, and tumbling. Perfect for athletes who thrive on teamwork and high energy!

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our All Star CHEER Programs:

This is the full cheer experience. These teams compete at all South Australian based cheer and dance events and travel to All Star Nationals in November

All Star Novice Cheerleading teams are full competitive teams for beginners. These teams are non-travelling and present a lower cost for participation allowing for a more approachable entry into the sport.

Join our CheerStars program and discover the exciting world of cheerleading. Perfect for young athletes looking to build skills and have fun.

Flyers specific strength & conditioning. These classes help our flyers to stay at the top of their game. Classes available for varying age groups and experience levels

DANCE

Step into the spotlight with All Star Dance, where you can master styles like Hip Hop, Lyrical, Jazz, and Pom. Ideal for dancers looking to compete on a national stage.

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OUR DANCE Programs:

Elevate your dance skills with our All-Star Elite Dance program. Join a community of passionate dancers who perform at top-level events.

Dive into dance with our All-Star Novice Dance program. Perfect for those new to dance, this class helps you learn and grow in a supportive environment.

Experience the magic of dance in our DanceStars program. Designed for young dancers, this class focuses on fun, movement, and creativity.

Get ready for an exciting dance journey with Ready-Set-Dance. This program introduces the fundamentals of dance in a playful and engaging way.

Achieve your dance goals with personalized instruction in our Dance Private Lessons. Tailored to your needs, these lessons take your dance skills to the next level.

Refine your dance technique in our specialized Dance Technique Classes. Ideal for dedicated dancers looking to enhance their skills.

TUMBLING

Flip, twist, and soar in our specialised Tumbling classes. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced athlete, we have the perfect program to elevate your skills.

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OUR TUMBLING Programs:

Our Tumbling Classes offer a progressive learning experience for students of all skill levels. Whether you’re a beginner or advanced, we have a class for you.

Experience one-on-one or small-group instruction in our Private Tumbling Classes. Perfect for personalized skill development and growth.

Enhance your fitness and flexibility in a dynamic and fun environment. This class is designed to improve overall athleticism.

preschool

Introduce your little ones to the joy of movement in our Preschool programs. From dance to basic tumbling, we offer a fun and safe environment for your child to explore and grow.

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Our Preschool Programs:

TumbleTots is perfect for our youngest athletes, introducing them to basic tumbling skills and the joy of physical activity.

Tiny Tumble is where the little ones discover the joy of tumbling, developing balance, and body awareness in a safe, supportive atmosphere.

TinyCheer introduces young athletes to the world of cheerleading with a focus on fun, teamwork, and building confidence.

Get ready for an exciting dance journey with Ready Set Dance. This program introduces the fundamentals of dance in a playful and engaging way.

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reach YOUR FULLEST POTENTIAL WITH US

We take pride in helping our students and their families develop their best self. Let us know how we can help you fulfill your cheer and dance dreams!

TESTIMONIALS

Hear it from our community

Over hundreds of students have found and honed their passion for cheer and dance at FEA. Together, us, our students and their families make up our wonderful community who are our lifelong friends and partners sharing our love for cheer and dance.

    
 
 
        
   steve mcbride 
 1 October 2023
 
 
  
  
 
       
   kazz patrick 
 1 September 2023
 
 
  Great facilities
  
 
       
   peter smith 
 1 May 2023
 
 
  Exceptional work with the students as usual
  
 
       
   Lyndon Foot 
 17 February 2023
 
 
  
  
 
       
   DLSS Mucci 
 23 October 2022
 
 
  Love love love
  
 
       
   Feargal Ryan 
 7 May 2022
 
 
  
  
 
       
   June Hyeok Rhee 
 4 December 2021
 
 
  
  
 
       
   kellie myatt 
 20 September 2021
 
 
  Awesome place, very friendly staff
  
 
       
   Nathan Cooke 
 14 September 2021
 
 
  Great gym to train at. Plenty of parking, supportive coaches, lots of teams and dance on offer
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 4.6 of 5, based on 36 reviews

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the age groups for the programs at Force Elite Academy?

Force Elite Academy offers programs for a wide range of age groups, starting from as young as 2 years old up to adults. Our programs cater to kids, teens, and even adults, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the experience.

Do I need prior experience to join Force Elite Academy's programs?

No, prior experience is not required. We offer programs suitable for beginners to advanced athletes. Our dedicated coaches will ensure that your child receives the appropriate training based on their skill level.

Is prior experience necessary to join Force Elite Academy's programs?

How can I register for classes at Force Elite Academy?

To register for classes at Force Elite Academy, please visit our website and navigate to the “Registration” section. You can find class schedules, availability, and online registration forms for your convenience.

What are the costs associated with Force Elite Academy programs?

The program costs vary depending on the specific class or program you choose. We offer competitive pricing options for all our classes and programs. For detailed pricing information, please visit our Pricing & Tuition page or contact our team for personalised assistance.

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