Ten cheerleading facilities across Ohio made our list for 2026, located in Westerville, Gahanna, Grove City, Groveport, Columbus, Lewis Center, Powell, and Plain City. These venues include specialized sport clubs, training gyms, and associations. Ratings for these facilities range from 3.8 to 5.0 stars, based on a combined total of 362 user reviews. The selection features a mix of competitive all-star programs, skill-building institutes, and conference-hosting associations.
Our rankings are calculated by multiplying the star rating by the log of the review count, with no paid placements included.
1. The Cheer Doctor
Located in Westerville, this facility holds a 5.0 rating from 41 reviews. Coaches and teams have noted the convenience of their app, which allows for workouts both at home and in their fully equipped gym.
2. Cheer Athletics Columbus
This Gahanna club has a 4.3 rating based on 68 reviews. It is recommended for athletes interested in competition cheer, with parents noting significant growth in stunting and tumbling form under supportive staff.
3. Black American Cheer & Dance Association
Based in Grove City, this association maintains a 5.0 rating from 30 reviews. Feedback highlights a welcoming and friendly atmosphere at their conference, where attendees connect and learn valuable information.
4. Cheer Center Inc
This Grove City venue has a 4.4 rating from 40 reviews. Reviews mention the availability of fundraising to help offset the costs of the traveling elite team, though some note a high level of attention is given to those elite squads over prep teams.
5. Capitol City Gymnastics & Cheerleading
Located in Groveport, this facility has a 3.8 rating from 60 reviews. The staff is described as hands-on and understanding of individual needs, including those of very young children.
6. The Cheer Institute
The Cheer Institute in Columbus holds a 4.8 rating from 24 reviews. It is described as a gym for athletes to gain new skills, grow, and build bonds.
7. MWX Cheer – Lewis center
This Lewis Center gym has a 4.4 rating based on 32 reviews. Users specifically highlight the quality of the coaches and the owner.
8. Buckeye Cheer Elite
Located in Powell, this gym has a 4.7 rating from 13 reviews. Long-term members since 2009 recommend the facility for developing a strong work ethic and team experience.
9. The Cheer Combine Training Gym
This Plain City facility has a 4.1 rating from 15 reviews. Coaches here are noted for helping athletes achieve new skills in tumbling and stunting.
10. Mystiq Legacy All Star Cheer
Based in Columbus, this program has a 4.1 rating from 9 reviews. Reviewers describe the coaches and the overall program as wonderful.
How we ranked these
Our list is generated using a formula that balances the average star rating with the volume of feedback (rating × log review count). For more details, see our methodology.