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Gym Hours:
Sunday: 10:00AM – 6:00PM
Monday: 3:30PM – 9:00PM
Tuesday: 3:30PM – 9:00PM
Wednesday: 3:30PM – 9:00PM
Thursday: 3:30PM – 9:00PM
Friday: GYM CLOSED
Saturday: GYM CLOSED
Office Hours:
Sunday: 12:00PM – 6:00PM
Monday: 4:00PM – 8:00PM
Tuesday: 4:00PM – 8:00PM
Wednesday: 4:00PM – 8:00PM
Thursday: 4:00PM – 8:00PM
Friday: OFFICE CLOSED
Saturday: OFFICE CLOSED
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Create an account in our parent portal and please contact our front office to get started today (518) 240-5333
Albany Programs
Cheer Classes for All Ages
Now Available
Discover which cheerleading and tumbling programs are being taught at our gym location in Albany, NY.
Competitive Cheerleading
Recreational Cheerleading
Special Events
Private Instruction
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Info Packets
Meet Our Staff
Stephanie Dwyer
Owner
stephanie@wealbany.com
Dana Payton
Activites Coordinator
dana@wealbany.com
Justin Looman
Coach
Justin@wealbany.com
Rachael Ruggles
Coach
Rachael@wealbany.com
Ahjae Jackson
Coach
Gregg Burke
Tumbling Coach
Scotlynn Burke
Tumbling Coach
Abby Donnelly
Coach
Stephanie Dwyer
Stephanie is incredibly excited to bring the culture and vision of Woodlands Elite to the Albany area. For over 20 years, as a coach, judge, volunteer, business owner, and community member, she has strived to support athletes as they pursue their love of the sport of cheerleading. Stephanie has three adorable kiddos, Aubree, Victoria and Jonathan.
Dana Payton
Activities Coordinator
dana@wealbany.com
Dana is currently our Activities Coordinator at Woodlands Elite Albany. She handles all of class related gym operations and events. After graduating college and managing a jewelry store she went on to open Lil Gems Childcare Center where she is currently the Owner/Head Toddler teacher. Her greatest accomplishments are her two beautiful daughters, Kiana and Kaylana. She loves to run, workout and vacation at the beach. Her love of cheer began as a little girl when she cheered for Pop Warner up through high school. She eventually coached for both programs before having kids herself. She is very excited to be a part of something great in the Capital Region.
Justin Looman
Coach
justin@wealbany.com
Justin is no stranger to the sport of All-Star Cheerleading. He has been cheering since he was 10 years old. He has won the Summit 3 times and has several top 3 finishes. He has also competed at the Cheerleading Worlds 3 times. He is super passionate about coaching athletes to reach their full potential. His favorite moment in coaching is watching an athlete succeed at a skill they didn’t have prior. He is excited to coach at Woodlands Elite Albany where he can meet new people and learn from some of the best in the industry.
Rachael Ruggles
Rachael has been dedicated to All-Star Cheerleading for most of her life, and her love for the sport continues to grow. She has won NCA twice and Summit once, and has competed at the Cheerleading Worlds three times. As a coach, Rachael is passionate about helping athletes push past their limits and discover what they’re truly capable of. She’s thrilled to be with Woodlands Elite Albany and looks forward to growing alongside both the athletes and coaches in such a positive environment.
Ahjae Jackson
Coach
Ahjae began her journey in athletics at age 3 through dance and entered the world of competitive cheerleading by age 9. At 19, she transitioned into coaching and has since worked with competitive teams, high school programs, and youth in underserved communities.
Her dedication to the sport and commitment to athlete development are at the core of her coaching philosophy. When she’s not in the gym, Ahjae enjoys spending quality time with her two sons!
Gregg Burke
Tumbling Coach
Coming Soon
Scotlynn Burke
Tumbling Coach
Coming Soon
Abby Donnelly
Coach
Coming Soon
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