SIDELINE CHEER FAQ

• Sideline Cheer Prep Clinic open to 6^th,7^th, 8^th grade - May 5th 3:30-5:30pm $35 registration
• Tryout Information Meeting - May 17th 7pm
• Tryout Clinics May 19^th & 24^th 3:30-5:30
• Tryout Date – May 26^th 3:30-5:30
   

All dates are Tentative and subject to change. All events are scheduled to be in person. Location TBD. We will host virtually if any restrictions arise.

If you are interested in auditioning for the current 2020-2021 season, please contact our Cheer Director, Coach Maas at maasd@smhs.org

Head Coach | Dana Maas

Dana Maas is an SMCHS alumni, former English and Religion teacher, and directed the Pep Squad for 23 years before becoming an SM Mom.  She was a competitive gymnast and dancer before discovering cheer; a sport she is passionate about sharing with others. Dana cheered at the University of California at Irvine, was a cheer instructor, choreographer, and camp director for the United Spirit Association, and is currently the co-owner of CHEERpros, a company specializing in cheer and dance events.  Coach Maas has choreographed for High School, All-Star, and Collegiate teams all over the country and has produced events, halftime shows, and performances locally and abroad.  She has won 21 combined High School and All-Star National Titles, was named a CA State Coach of the year, and enjoys speaking at conferences and judging competitions.  Dana lives in Rancho Santa Margarita with her husband Brian and their three children Dean, Davin, and Brenna.  She loves spending time with her family, volunteering, and being part of our faith filled community.  Dana is proud to be part of the SMCHS family and believes The Best is Yet to Come!

Junior Varsity Head Coach | Alison Kleszcewski

Ali has been involved in cheerleading since 2001. She began her coaching career as a gymnastics instructor and cheer coach in 2002, and taught recreational and team gymnasts for 4 years before completely switching over to cheerleading. She has competed on advanced level All Star, High School and College teams since then and has competed four times at the USASF Cheerleading Worlds. Ali has also worked and judged for JAMZ and NCA cheerleading companies. Before cheerleading, Ali spent 10 years in competitive gymnastics having spent her last year training level 8.

Assistant Varsity and JV Coach | Tiffany Bromm

Tiffany was a competitive gymnast for 5 years and a three time USA National Champion as a competitor here at Santa Margarita. She is a graduate of San Diego State University and was a four year member of the AZTEC stunt team. While at SDSU, Tiffany was a part of the Mascot Development Committee and also competed for two years as a member of a Co-ed All Star Team winning the 2001 USA Collegiate National Championship. Tiffany has coached and choreographed for numerous Jr High, High School and College teams. Tiffany coached at Santa Margarita from 2006-2016, leading the squad to numerous USA National titles and UCA top 10 finishes. She has over 15 years gymnastics coaching experience. She was a part of United Spirit Association’s instructional cheer staff for 12 years, 8 years as a Head Instructor. She is a Varsity All Star certifies judge and judges Regional, National, and International Competitions including the 2013 Cheerleading Worlds and the 2016, 2017 and 2018 Varsity Summit. Tiffany is AACCA Certified. She currently teaches 7th grade physical education and health at Serrano Intermediate School.

Tiffany lives in Melinda Heights with her husband Brian and two children, Summer and Miles.

Junior Eagles Virtual Cheer Workshop
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Virtual Cheer Workshop | SM Cheerleaders

Wednesday, August 12th

9 am – 10 am ages 11 and under!

Wednesday, August 12th

10:15 am – 11:15 am ages 12 and up!

Cheer Workshop will include: Pep Talk with the SM Cheerleaders, Stretching, Motion Technique 101, Cheers and Virtual Fun!

Space is Limited.