These classes follow the USA gymnastics progressive level system. Basic skills are taught and entry level classes emphasize proper form and technique on all 4 olympic events. These classes are the foundation on which more difficult skills are built. As students master the basics, they move up through the levels. For those who have achieved the required skills for the beginning competitive team (level 4) and beyond. We offer programs up to and including the Elite level. As of this year we have revised the list of skills that students will need to learn in order to be successful at this level and future levels in their Gymnastics careers. Ages 6*:

The next level after Pink Team. Girls moving up to this level have demonstrated the following:

Back Bend kickover; pull over on bars; pull-ups on bars; close to splits in all 3 directions; comfort on high beam; consistent running steps on vault.

This program progresses skills to the next levels including learning back handsprings; handstands on balance beam; back hip circles and mill circles on bars and power on vault.

New program at Desert Gymcats for those who have progressed beyond Red Team and possess most the following skills: Vault- Strong run and arm circle jump off the springboard Uneven Bars- Good form in casting; back hip circle; single leg shoot through; mill circle

Balance Beam- Comfort on releve on high beam; good pivot turns; a leap with some amplitude and form; close to vertical on side handstand Floor Exercise- Straight jump; split jump; good pushing round off; backwalkover with good form; front and back limbers with arms by the ears.

Two hour program which concentrates on pre-competitive Level 3 USA Gymnastics routines.  Level 3 girls are eligible to compete in USA Gymnatics competitions held throughout the year but not required to do so.  It is recommended that Level 3 girls attend classes more that once per week for maximum skill level improvement.

Ages 6 - 17 months: Fun! Fun! Fun! Obstacle courses, climbing, rolling, crawling, interacting with the instructor, parent and other infants & toddlers in a happy, musical, rhythmical program - 35 min. class.

Ages 18 mos./with parent: Fun! Fun! Fun! Lots of running, jumping, smiling and laughing. Join our expert staff as they teach gross and fine motor learning skills, special awareness, music and rhythms aid the development of coordination through this 45 minute class.

Ages 3 - 3 1/2: Emphasizes Gross-fine motor learning through the use of rhythmical warm-ups. Activities are fun-filled as our instructors direct these little ones towards strength, flexibility, coordination and skill development.

Ages 4 - 5 1/2: These classes combine the fun activities of the cubs classes with the straight forward learning of our developmental girls and boys classes to provide a great stepping stone to regular gymnastic classes.

Are tumbling only classes.  Due to their extreme success and popularity they are almost always full, so early enrollment and re-enrollment is highly recommended.   Tumbling classes are either

For those needing to learn tumbling basics up to a backhandspring and roundoff/ backhandspring.

For those who have a roundoff/backhandspring and beyond!

For girls ages 18 and under.  At DCX we believe in pushing our athletes to their fullest potential.  We pride ourselves on our ability to teach skills and to develop talent.

Our 3 competition teams are coached by Derrick Reese and Jordan Gueorguiev. This year we have a Mini Team, Youth Team and Senior Team.

All three teams compete in all the same competitions in different levels and divisions. DCX  is a great place to build teamwork and friends.

If you are interested in joining the DCX family please call in for a private tryout.   You have a place in our program no matter what experience or tumbling skills you have.  Please feel free to contact us for more details or if you have any questions at 702-798-3547 or visit the DCX section of Desert Gymcats.

Each and every student receives the best personalized attention and instruction possible.  Our staff members are always willing to go the extra mile and have been known to stay after gym hours to offer additional help.

Our athlete’s safety comes first and we will never allow them to perform a skill that he or she is not both mentally and physically prepared for.  The DCX instructors work to perfect the basics and correct bad habits in order to prepare our athletes to better execute more advanced skills.

Looking out for YOUR future, at DCX we prepare our athletes for the future beyond the world of All Star cheerleading.  We not only look at what can be accomplished in a season but also what we can do for each and every individual to help them reach their dreams and take cheerleading to that next level.

Provides an alternative Optional competitive program to serve any or all of the following athletes:

Those who have competed in the USA Gymnastics Jr. Olympic Program at the Compulsory Levels (4 or 5 or 6) and would like to experience a basic optional program more rapidly than staying at the abovementioned levels for several years.

Athletes who have “retired” from the Jr. Olympic Program and would like to return with an easier, more flexible skill level on each event and less time commitment.

Those who have never been involved in the USA Gymnastics Jr. Olympic Program and are involved with programs/ organizations that have not traditionally used the USA Gymnastics Jr. Olympic Program.

An Olympic Sport for girls. Its core training involves: flexibility, ballet, mastering of dance elements such as leaps, turns, balances and handling of hand held apparatus. such as the rope, ball, hoop, ribbon and clubs.

Junior and Senior Teams now forming. Acceptance is by audition only.

Team meets every Saturday from 3:30pm to 5pm. Your first class is free!

We are proud to announce that we are holding auditions for our first competitive dance team this April 4, 2009. Rehearsal will be held prior to tryouts for suitable preparation. We are here to create an elite team of performers demonstrating ability, concentration, agility and talent.

The team with be competing in at least six regional competitions throughout the next season. Students may observe a competition with us this coming March. In addition to the regional level competitions, students may qualify for National Level competitions and from there may advance to an international level.

If you are interested please look for more information to come!! Any questions you may contact us at (702) 798-3547. 

Sports Acrobatics is a sport involving a combination of dance,tumbling and acrobatic skills. There are five disciplines within the sports acrobatics program:

1. Women’s pairs

2. Mixed pairs

3. Women’s trio

4. Men’s pairs

5. Men’s four person

Each pair or group performs routines featuring gymnastics and tumbling skills, partner balance skills and tempo skills. Balance skills highlight the athletes’ strength and flexibility through pyramids and positions. Temp skills involve somersaulting and twisting with landings on the floor or partner catches. This sport is for athletes of varying heights, weights and body types. Smaller and more flexible athletes are needed for the top or “flyer” positions, while taller and stronger athletes are ideal for base positions.