About Us

Black Hawk Gymnastics & Cheer (BHGC) is also known as 'CHIPS', which stands for Champions in Performance! Here at Black Hawk Gymnastics & Cheer we strive for "champions in performance" and focus on the gymnast as an individual.  Each young person from tumbling to gymnastics is a champion in his or her own right because of their strong desire to work and succeed.

We hope to help your gymnast reach his or her gymnastics and athletic goals, whether it's gaining sports knowledge and having fun in tumbling, or competing at the National level. As a 'CHIP' your child will be prepared for and excel in a wide variety of sports.

Kids Come First at Black Hawk Gymnastics & Cheer!

Creating a strong foundation through gymnastics

Gymnastics is the foundation of all sports. This is true whether it be traditional sports or the newer “extreme sports”. Training in gymnastics leads to a well-rounded athlete, and those with a background in gymnastics naturally excel in other sports. The following outlines the benefits of gymnastics training.

Strength: Developing an optimum level of strength will make all athletes better at their discipline. The sport of gymnastics is responsible for developing some of the strongest and most agile athletes in the world! Men and women alike!

Flexibility: Too many athletes overlook the importance of flexibility in relation to their particular sport. Gymnasts cannot afford to do so, as every event hinges on flexibility. Those athletes who recognize the benefits of a flexible body have a true edge over the competition.

Spatial Awareness: Gymnastics teaches the fundamentals of spatial awareness that apply to ALL sports, including and especially skateboarding, snowboarding and other extreme sports. Being aware of how your body is moving and where it is in relation to the ground is crucial and is the key to preventing injury.

Form: Gymnastics places an enormous emphasis on developing perfect form and balance in every aspect of the sport. These elements are also vital to a number of other activities such as cheerleading, dance and martial arts.