From pricing and mid-season cuts to loyalty, favoritism, and communication, Dan breaks down each part of the post—and shares what most parents don’t realize about what it actually takes to run a successful cheer gym.

With 13+ years of experience as a gym owner, coach, and mentor to hundreds of cheer programs, Dan pulls back the curtain on the business realities, coaching challenges, and emotional weight behind every tough decision gym owners have to make.

You’ll hear:

The truth about pricing and why most gyms actually undercharge

Why mid-season cuts and alternates exist (and how to handle them right)

The difference between tough coaching and toxic coaching

How favoritism can happen—and how good coaches avoid it

What parents and gym owners can do to rebuild trust in the industry

If you’re a cheer gym owner, coach, or parent, this episode is a must-listen. It’s honest, educational, and eye-opening—a conversation that could change the way you see the sport forever.