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One Team. One Spirit. We ignite Champions at every level!

Dakota Spirit teams and classes promote spiritual, physical and mental development while building self-confidence, good character, and commitment in youth. The lessons learned at Dakota Spirit will make winners for life!

Why Dakota Spirit? Dakota Spirit was the first youth cheerleading program in South Dakota and remains to be a top program in the Midwest. Whether your child is looking for recreational fun in tumbling and cheerleading or the intensity of competing, there is a place for every child at Dakota Spirit. Our experienced staff and fully equipped facility at Dakota Spirit provide a safe place for your child to learn tumbling and cheerleading skills!

One Team.

One Spirit.

One Team. One Spirit.

FIND YOUR TEAM

Discover Your Spirit

Not sure where your athlete fits best? We’ll help match your athlete with the Dakota Spirit Team that fits their goals, schedule, and spirit. Dakota Spirit offers 4 different programs for every commitment and skill level! There is a place for every athlete at Dakota Spirit!

Watch Your Spirit Grow!

Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take your skills to the next level, Dakota Spirit offers programs for every age, ability, and ambition. Explore our training options designed to help every athlete grow — with confidence, connection, and plenty of spirit.

Dakota Spirit athletes participating in training camp.

Tumbling

Flip, twist, and tumble your way to confidence at Dakota Spirit! With classes for every level—from beginner to elite—there’s something for every aspiring athlete. Our flexible month-to-month registration makes it easy for busy families to join the fun. See all our tumbling classes and find your fit!

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Private Lessons

For athletes who want personalized attention, private lessons provide one-on-one coaching focused on specific goals. These sessions accelerate progress and help athletes gain precision, confidence, and consistency in every skill.

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Workshops

Targeted training sessions help athletes refine technique, improve strength, and master the details that set great performers apart. Whether working on stunts, jumps, or flexibility, our training builds skill and confidence at every level.

Dakota Spirit cheer athletes participating in summer camp.

Summer Camps

Dakota Spirit’s summer camps help athletes build skills, confidence, and momentum heading into the season through focused training in stunting, tumbling, and performance—while reinforcing teamwork and our “We Over Me” culture.

The Dakota Spirit Difference

What makes Dakota Spirit different? A focus on safety, achievement, and inclusion that helps every athlete grow with confidence and heart—no matter their age, experience, or goals.

Safety First

From beginner basics to advanced stunts, every practice emphasizes safety-first training that builds confidence, prevents injuries, and gives families peace of mind.

Accolades

From local showcases to national championships, Dakota Spirit athletes have earned recognition for their skill, sportsmanship, and spirit. With decades of success and a legacy of leadership, we’re proud to celebrate the moments that make our athletes shine.

A special needs student performing a lift with their Dakota Spirit teammates.

All Ages & All Abilities

Our all-abilities philosophy ensures that every athlete—regardless of age, skill, or special need—has the chance to participate and thrive. Through individualized coaching and a supportive team environment, Dakota Spirit builds confidence, celebrates differences, and empowers every cheerleader to reach their personal best.

Real Families. Real Stories. Real Spirit.

Our greatest achievement is the impact we make on our athletes and families. Read how Dakota Spirit continues to inspire growth, confidence, and joy in every season.

  • Dakota Spirit not only shaped my athletic ability, but also my friendships, morals, and work ethic. I will cherish the memories I made with my best friends at DS forever! Truly the best years of my life!

    Marissa Haensel
    DS Graduate & 13 Year Member

  • Dakota Spirit is more than a cheer program, it is a family. It is that rare youth program that emphasizes development of the complete person. They are not simply building outstanding cheer athletes, they are building outstanding humans. All three of my kids are better people for their experience with Dakota Spirit.

    Bryan Kouri
    Former Dakota Spirit Cheer Parent

  • When we walked through the Dakota Spirit doors 15 years ago, I had no idea what impact this gym and its coaching staff would have on our lives. To us, DS isn’t just a cheer gym… it truly is a family rooted in faith, humility, and kindness. We are so grateful for the lessons that Izzy has learned from her time at Dakota Spirit… lessons that reach well beyond the mat and have shaped her into the person she is today.

    Ashley Hosek
    Dakota Spirit Parent 15 Years

Associations

We’re proud to be affiliated with leading organizations that set the bar for integrity, safety, and performance in cheer. These partnerships help us maintain the highest level of professionalism while giving our athletes access to the best resources and opportunities in the sport.

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