Ten cheerleading facilities across Illinois made this list, with locations in Bartlett, Chicago, Carbondale, Lake Villa, Addison, Park Ridge, Niles, Shelbyville, and West Chicago. These venues include all-star clubs, specialized academies, and combined gymnastics and cheer centers. Ratings for these facilities range from 4.3 to 5.0 stars, reflecting a high standard of instruction and facility quality across the state.
Rankings are determined by multiplying the star rating by the logarithm of the review count, with no paid placements.
1. Cheer Athletics – Chicago
Located in Bartlett, this facility holds a 4.9 rating from 72 reviews. A recent review highlights the effectiveness of COED stunting private lessons with Coach Tyler, noting improvements in body control, confidence in the air, and cleaner motions. The venue also provides tumbling privates.
2. Cheer Destiny Allstars
This Chicago-based club has earned a 4.4 rating from 114 reviews.
3. Ultimate Gymnastics & Cheerleading
Based in Carbondale, this venue maintains a 4.7 rating from 62 reviews. Feedback indicates the facility is a fantastic location for children’s birthday parties across a variety of ages.
4. Twisters Elite All-Star Cheer, Dance, and Tumble
Twisters Elite in Lake Villa has a 4.7 rating from 55 reviews. Reviewers describe the gym as a family environment where passionate coaches care for the success of every team and athlete.
5. My Cheer Now
This Chicago facility has a 4.5 rating based on 38 reviews. One parent reported that their children had an amazing experience tumbling for the first time at this location.
6. Cheer Extreme Chicago
Located in Addison, this gym holds a 4.4 rating from 41 reviews. A client mentioned that while joining the team is a big commitment, the friendly staff and great coaches make it worth it.
7. Park Ridge Falcons Football and Cheer
This Park Ridge program has a perfect 5.0 rating from 21 reviews. Feedback emphasizes great leadership and strong program development.
8. Northside Cheer Academy
Northside Cheer Academy in Niles holds a 5.0 rating from 19 reviews. The facility is noted for easy parking and a patient, knowledgeable coaching staff including Ryan, Kelsey, and Anna.
9. Kris’ Power Tumbling Dance and Cheer
Located in Shelbyville, this gym has a 4.8 rating from 17 reviews. Long-term students report that the coaches work hard to help athletes achieve their goals in a family-like atmosphere.
10. DuPage Cheer & Power Tumbling
This West Chicago facility has a 4.3 rating from 22 reviews. One reviewer expressed dissatisfaction regarding enrollment fees and the process for scheduling make-up lessons.
How we ranked these
Our rankings are based on a calculation of user ratings and review volume to ensure accuracy. For more details, see our methodology.