Tumble for cheer

Designed for athletes ages 7 and up, Buckeye Cheer Elite's tumbling classes help athletes develop strength, technique, and confidence in a safe, supportive environment. Our curriculum is divided into skill-based levels, allowing athletes to build a strong foundation while progressing at a pace that's right for them. Every class emphasizes proper technique, safe progressions, and long-term athlete development.

Tumbling classes are offered during our Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions, with athletes registering for each session individually. If you're unsure which class is the best fit for your athlete, we're happy to provide a free tumbling evaluation to assess their current skills and recommend the appropriate class level.

Class offerings and schedules may vary from session to session based on enrollment and athlete needs. If you don't see the class level you're looking for, we encourage you to contact us. We'll be happy to discuss class availability, recommend the best placement for your athlete, and answer any questions you may have. Athletes ages 5–6 who are interested in cheer and tumbling are encouraged to explore our Cheer Fundamentals program.

Buckeye Cheer Elite is proud to be part of the Buckeye Gymnastics family. When you're ready to enroll, the button below will take you to our shared Parent Portal, where you can view current class offerings, register for Buckeye Cheer Elite programs, and access information about both Buckeye Cheer Elite and Buckeye Gymnastics.

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  • Novice I is designed for athletes who are just beginning their tumbling journey. In this class, athletes will build the strong foundation needed for long-term success by learning fundamental skills such as handstands, forward and backward rolls, cartwheels, front limbers, backbends, and backbend kickovers. Along the way, athletes will develop strength, flexibility, body awareness, and coordination while learning proper technique through safe, progressive instruction. Athletes who demonstrate consistent technique and a strong backbend kickover are ready to advance to Novice II.

  • Novice II is designed for athletes who have mastered the skills taught in Novice I, including a strong backbend kickover. In this class, athletes will continue refining their foundational skills while developing the power, technique, and body control needed for more advanced tumbling. Emphasis is placed on building powerful round-offs with proper technique and rebound, consistent back walkovers, and introductory tumbling connections such as cartwheel back walkovers. Athletes who demonstrate consistent back walkovers, strong round-offs, and proper technique are ready to advance to Intermediate I.

  • Intermediate I is designed for athletes with strong back walkovers and round-offs who are ready to begin learning back handsprings. Through shaping drills, progressions, and individualized instruction, athletes will develop the strength, technique, and body awareness needed to perform standing and round-off back handsprings safely and consistently. Continued emphasis is placed on refining powerful round-offs with proper technique and rebound, creating the foundation for future back handspring connections. Athletes who demonstrate consistent standing and round-off back handsprings with proper technique are ready to advance to Intermediate II.

  • Intermediate II is designed for athletes with consistent standing and round-off back handsprings who are ready to begin connecting skills and progressing toward flipping. This class focuses on building stronger standing and round-off back handspring series while continuing to improve technique, power, and rebound. Athletes will also be introduced to more advanced tumbling skills and connections, including back walkover back handsprings, punch front progressions, and tuck drills. Athletes who demonstrate strong back handspring series, proper technique, and the body control needed to perform consistent tucks are ready to advance to our Advanced Tumbling class.

  • Advanced I is designed for athletes who have mastered a consistent round-off back handspring tuck and are ready to begin learning layouts. This class focuses on refining tumbling technique while developing the power, body control, and air awareness needed for successful layouts. Athletes will continue strengthening their tucks through advanced drills and progressions while learning proper layout technique, body positions, and the fundamentals of flipping with confidence. Athletes who demonstrate consistent layouts with proper technique are ready to advance to Advanced II.

  • Advanced II is designed for athletes who have mastered a consistent round-off back handspring layout and are ready to learn twisting skills. This class focuses on developing fulls by teaching athletes not only how to twist, but also the proper timing and technique needed to perform safe, consistent twisting skills. Athletes will also continue expanding their elite tumbling through advanced skills and specialty passes, including whips, arabians, punch front step-outs, and beyond. The sky is the limit in this class.