AIM HIGH ELITE

06/03/2026

More great words from my mentor Rhee Gold!

There is a child who walked into your studio this season carrying more than a dance bag.
Maybe they were nervous.
Maybe they didn’t feel like they fit anywhere.
Maybe they were having a tough time at school.
Maybe they were the kid who didn’t get picked first, didn’t learn as fast, didn’t stand in the front, or didn’t quite know how special they were yet.
And then they walked through your doors.
They heard the music.
They moved.
They laughed.
They found a friend.
They found a teacher who saw something in them.
They found a place where, for that hour, they didn’t have to be anything but themselves.
That is what you built.
Yes, you taught dance.
Yes, you made corrections.
Yes, you created schedules, handled parents, answered emails, fixed costumes, planned recitals, solved problems, and probably wondered a few times if you could keep doing it all.
But somewhere in the middle of all of that, you gave young people a safe place.
A place where they could grow.
A place where they could belong.
A place where they could lose themselves in the music and discover a little more of who they are.
Please don’t rush past that.
Please don’t make it small.
Because in a world where kids are carrying more than we sometimes know, your studio may be the place they breathe a little easier.
You are not just teaching steps.
You are not just building dancers.
You are helping to build confident, kind, brave young people who will carry what they learned from you long after the music stops.
That is the work.
That is the gift.
That is the safe place you built.
How cool is that? Have a great day and enjoy the journey--Rhee

06/03/2026

To our Thunderstruck families — THANK YOU. 💜⚡

I had over 145 pictures and videos to go through the past 24 hours, and every single one reminded us why we do this. The smiles, the screams, the tears, the excitement… it was pure magic watching your athletes become officially Thunderstruck.
And now… it’s time to introduce the teams of Thunderstruck. ⚡

To our returning families, thank you for your hard work, dedication, loyalty, and all the cheer spirit you bring into this gym year after year. You help create the culture that makes this program so special.

To the families who are new to Aim High Elite, thank you for trusting us. We know joining a new gym, trying something new, and opening your hearts to a new program can feel exciting and scary all at once. Thank you for taking that leap of faith with us. We hope to give your child a place where they feel confident, supported, challenged, loved, and proud to wear purple.

We are not perfect. But we love your kids, and we LOVE cheer. We promise to pour our hearts into this season and work every day to give your family a year to remember.

This is more than a team.
This is more than a season.
THIS. IS. THUNDERSTRUCK. ⚡💜

06/01/2026

Before we share the full squad reveal compilation, we have to take a moment to appreciate the magic behind it all. ✨⚡️

Last night, this video was sent to our cheer families… and while the rest of the world slept, our coaches hit the roads. Through the middle of the night and into the early morning hours, they drove door to door making sure every single athlete woke up to a squad reveal waiting on their front door. 💜

And somehow, it feels only fitting that it all happened in the middle of thunder and lightning storms rolling through the night. ⛈️⚡️

Because that’s the electricity of Thunderstruck. 🤘🏼

That’s the heart behind this program.
That’s coaches who go above and beyond to create memories these kids will never forget.

We are endlessly proud of the staff who pour so much love, time, energy, and excitement into this season opener. Thank you for making the magic happen and for bringing the spark to every athlete and family. ⚡️

The countdown is over.
The season begins now.

Welcome to Thunderstruck. 💥

05/27/2026

✨ IT’S YOUR TURN ✨

We’re so excited to officially introduce our NEW Adult Class at Aim High Elite! 💜

This class is designed for ALL levels — meaning no experience is needed! Whether you’re a former gymnast/cheerleader, looking for a fun way to move your body, or simply wanting to try something new, this class is for YOU. 💪⚡

Classes may include:
✨ Tumbling
✨ Stunting
✨ Gymnastics-based fitness
✨ Conditioning & movement
✨ Confidence-building fun

🖤 Ages 18+
🖤 Thursdays | 7:30–8:30 PM
🖤 Classes begin July 9th

Come laugh, sweat, learn new skills, and move your body in a supportive environment built just for adults. Grab your friends and get signed up now! 🙌✨

Call us at 636-528-6469 or email [email protected] to get signed up.

05/27/2026

Everyone wants to level up.
Everyone wants the highest team, the title, the next thing.
But somewhere along the way, people forget to just love the journey.
Every single season matters.
Every team leaves memories behind the good, the hard, the funny, the emotional, the unforgettable.
Some of the best moments aren’t even about where you ended up… they’re about who you became while getting there.
Be where your feet are. Trust yourself. Be proud of the season you’re in. Give your all. Work hard. Enjoy the moment you’re in right now. Because one day, these will be the memories you miss most.

05/27/2026

🏆✨ REGIONALS RECAP ✨🏆

Our Intensity gymnasts took Regionals, claimed big hardware, made lots of memories, and represented AHE with pride this weekend in Salina, KS. We are SO proud of the hard work, determination, and grit these athletes showed on the competition floor. 💜🖤

From our tiniest Bronze athletes to our powerhouse Diamond gymnasts… this weekend was packed with champions, personal bests, event titles, and INCREDIBLE all around finishes. More than placements though, it was about courage. Confidence. Fight. Growth. Teammates cheering louder for each other than themselves. Gymnasts conquering new skills! It was falling down and getting back up. Trusting the process. And proving to themselves just how capable they truly are. 🫶🌟

🥇 REGION CHAMPIONS INCLUDED:
✨ Katie Grumich — Platinum All Around Champion
✨ Ella Snider — Diamond All Around Champion
✨ Sydney Wehde — Gold All Around Champion
✨ Haislee Fischer — Bronze All Around Champion
✨ Olive Parker — Bronze All Around Champion
✨ Mila Belville — Bronze All Around Champion
✨ Addison Barton — Silver All Around Champion
✨ Briella Cope — Silver All Around Champion
✨ Kennedy Hurt — Silver All Around Champion

🌟 EVENT CHAMPIONS & STANDOUT SCORES:
🏅Haislee Fischer DOMINATED with first place finishes on ALL FOUR EVENTS 🤯
🏅 Ella Snider swept THREE event titles in Diamond
🏅 Dawsyn Voss claimed BOTH Vault and Floor titles in Gold
🏅 Kenlee Johnson captured BOTH Vault and Floor titles in Bronze
🏅 Henrietta Pressley brought home Vault Champion
🏅 Harper Weaver scored a HUGE 9.800 on Vault and 9.850 on Floor
🏅Mary Storz earned a 9.825 Floor champion title
🏅Kennedy Hurt brought home a 9.800 Beam champion title
🏅Mila Belville scored an incredible 9.700 Beam
🏅 Cece Victor earned Floor Champion in Platinum
🏅 Elena Lyons captured the Bars chamption title
🏅Katie McLaughlin earned Gold Bars Champion
🏅Scarlett Epperson earned Vault Champion
🏅Aubree Hughes earned Floor Champion in Silver with a 9.600
🏅Adi Hoppe claimed Beam champion

🌟 REGIONALS IN NUMBERS:
🥇 39 Gold Medals
🥈 27 Silver Medals
🥉 19 Bronze Medals

Intensity, you continue to make us proud every single time you step onto the floor. Way to show just how fierce you are! And coaches, thank you for pouring your heart into every single one of these athletes.

Regionals was truly something special!

Take a peek below, not just at the gymnasts on the podiums, but at the smiles behind the meet, the families making memories, and the teammates creating bonds that will last a lifetime!

The boots are only getting louder from here. Knoxville, here we come. 👢

05/21/2026

Two Reminders:
1. June tuition will be run on Monday, May 25th. Tuition will be 1/2 the normal amount, as we are only having classes two weeks in June. Please make sure all your payment information is current to avoid any late fees. Also, any changes to your account must be made by May 24th. The studio is closed, so send emails to make any changes.

2. There are no classes on Monday, May 25th in observance of Memorial Day.

Send a message to learn more

05/21/2026

We have the need to tweek the procedure for the pickup line.

Inside lane - For those students needing help getting in the car, help with carseats, etc. Also for parents that are more comfortable coming to the door to get their child.

Outside lane - We will no longer "send" students to the cars in the outside lane. They will always be accompanied by a staff member.

All students will be kept inside until the parents are at the door or the first three cars in the car line.

Please understand we are making these changes for the safety of our students.

05/19/2026

🌟 SAVE THE DATE | 2025–2026 Team Intensity Gymnastics Tryouts 🌟 Reserve your spot now!

📅 Thursday, May 28
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM
📍 Aim High Elite

Calling all future competitive gymnasts! 💜
We’re excited to invite new competitive gymnasts to try out for our 2025–2026 Team Intensity Gymnastics season.

🤸‍♀️ Ages 5 & up
✨ New to our gym? Welcome!
✨ Have gymnastics experience elsewhere? We’d love to see you!

If you’ve ever wondered whether competitive gymnastics is your passion, this is your moment to shine 💫

💲 Cost for tryouts:
• $25 for new athletes

🔗 RSVP required – A link to reserve your tryout spot - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeAKvPfQJvwLR3AIpw6TXVorkWs2O84xB833Y2hAkS6vnbjDg/viewform

Mark those calendars, spread the word, and get ready to show us what you’ve got 💪💜

We can’t wait to meet our next Team Intensity athletes!

05/19/2026

✨🎓 AHE SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🎓✨

💎 Next Up… SOPHIE NICOSIA 💎

Four years. 💜✨
In just four years, Sophie has become so much more than a competitive gymnast at Aim High Elite. She became a teammate, a leader, and someone younger athletes now look up to — coming full circle from the little girl watching the older gymnasts… to becoming the older gymnast others now admire.

💎 FAVORITE MEMORY
“I could not pick a best memory or proudest moment, but one that I definitely enjoy thinking about is how I have become someone that the little girls can look up to. Throughout the years I was always looking up at the older girls, but this year I have become the older girl that the little girls can go to when they need something.”

💜 BIGGEST THANK YOU
“I would like to thank my mom for supporting me, my friends for being there to make me laugh during the rough patches, and my coaches for dealing with me throughout the last few years of my career.”

✨ A LESSON THAT STUCK FOREVER
“There wasn’t a specific moment, but many combined, of realizing how far a positive attitude got me. Once I put all my negativity behind me, I found that I loved the sport more, I performed better at every single competition, and everyone was more pleased to be around me.”

There’s something powerful about realizing that mindset can change everything. Sophie learned that positivity didn’t just make gymnastics better — it made life better too. 💜

🎓 FUTURE PLANS
Sophie plans to attend University of Central Missouri to major in Biology and minor in Psychology, with hopes of attending medical school afterward! 🩺🔬✨

💌 FINAL WORDS
“Although this sport has its bad times, I believe the positives always outweighed the negatives and I wouldn’t have changed the way I did any of it.”

Sophie, thank you for your dedication, your leadership, and the example you've set for younger athletes coming behind you. You may have joined Intensity four years ago, but your impact will last far longer than that. We are so proud of all you’ve accomplished and cannot wait to watch what comes next. 💎💜