Dragons Elite Cheer Team
Dragons Elite Cheer gives athletes a place to build confidence, teamwork, friendships, performance skills, and pride through competitive cheerleading. At DeVeau's, cheerleaders work on strength, flexibility, tumbling, stunts, dance, routine development, and the character skills that help them shine on and off the mat.
Curious about what’s ahead for Season 11?
Our Dragons Elite Cheer Packet has everything you need—tryout details, team placements, competition info, and more—all in one place!
Join the Dragons Elite Family
Dragons Elite creates an exciting, supportive environment where young athletes can develop their skills, perform with confidence, and build lasting friendships. From tryouts to competition season, athletes learn what it means to work together, encourage one another, and grow through effort, teamwork, and performance.
Expert Coaching
Athletes train with experienced cheer coaches who help them build skills, confidence, and routine readiness.
Teamwork and Friendships
Cheer gives athletes a strong sense of belonging and the opportunity to build friendships through shared goals.
Confidence and Performance
Athletes learn how to perform with pride, handle pressure, and celebrate what they are capable of.
More Than Cheerleading Skills
Dragons Elite is dedicated to helping athletes reach their potential by focusing on effort, character, teamwork, and confidence. The skills learned in cheer may last for a season, but the life skills can last much longer. Our goal is to help athletes build self-motivation, determination, perseverance, compassion, teamwork, and a sense of self-worth rooted in effort and character.
Practice Commitment
Practice schedules vary by team placement. Typically 2-4 practices per week depending on team.
Competition Season
Competition season typically runs from November through May, with Elite Teams participating in 7+ competitions throughout the season.
Team Placement
Placement is based on age, skills, readiness, and what will help each athlete succeed.
Dragons Elite has been a huge part of making my 16-year-old the strong and confident teen she is today. She joined the program when she was nine as a very shy, quiet kiddo with very little cheerleading experience. The coaches have helped her develop a confident presence and given her a strong cheer foundation.
— Brittani
There are few greater things in life than seeing your daughter gain confidence through collaboration and commitment alongside her teammates. The smiles on their faces after they finish their routine keeps us coming back time and time again.
— Meghan
The coaches care deeply about the well-being of the girls. They push them appropriately, challenge what the girls think is possible and hold them accountable to high standards. It’s what I hope to be as a parent so it makes me feel good that it’s being carried through in what these coaches are instilling into these athletes.
— The Walkers
Meet Your Dragons Elite Coaches
Our coaching team helps athletes grow through skill development, performance, teamwork, and encouragement.
Taryn DeVeau Lautzenheiser
Coach Taryn is a former University of Kentucky Cheerleader, DeVeau’s Gymnast, All-Star, and Brebeuf Cheerleader.
Andrea Weckbaugh
Summer Arizmendi
Taylor Willett
Kennedy Villanueva
Mikaela Martin
Alessa Miller
Aliya Statler
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How does my child join Dragons Elite Cheer?
Athletes join through tryouts and team placement. The process may include clinics, formal tryouts, and a season packet with details for families.
What ages can participate?
Ages 6-18 can try out for Dragons Elite. Final age divisions and team options vary by season.
Does my child need cheer experience?
Not always. Skill expectations vary by level and team placement. Families should review the current cheer packet and speak with the coaching team if they are unsure.
What is the practice commitment?
Practice commitment varies by team. Current page information references 2-4 practices per week depending on placement.
What if my child is not ready for Dragons Elite yet?
Cheerleading classes and tumbling classes are strong starting points. They help athletes build foundational skills, strength, confidence, and readiness for future tryouts.
Join Dragons Elite and Let Your Child Shine
If your athlete is interested in Dragons Elite Cheer, complete the form below to request an evaluation. Our coaching staff will review their experience and follow up about team availability and possible next steps.
Dragons Elite Team Evaluation Request
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