Buffalo's Only Independent Private Coach

Private Gymnastics, Cheer Tumbling & Acro Coach in Buffalo, NY — Flip Higher. Land Stronger. Shine Brighter.

One-on-one gymnastics, cheer tumbling, and acro coaching in Buffalo, NY — building strong athletes, confident performers, and future leaders. One athlete at a time.

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1-on-1Private Coaching
4 SportsGym · Tumbling · Acro · T&A
35+ YrsUSA Gymnastics Pro Member
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7-Week Intensive Clinic: Gymnastics, Cheer Tumbling & Acro

When progress feels stuck, the right steps make it click. Focused drills, proper technique, safe step-by-step progressions — without parents having to coach or spot.

Tryouts / Evaluations: Sat, Oct 10 or 17
10 AM Beginners · 11 AM Intermediate · 12 PM Advanced
Tryouts $40 per athlete · 7-week intensive clinic $299 · max 10 per evaluation · Center Stage Dance Studio, Transit Rd, East Amherst

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Meet Coach Renee

The Coach
Behind the
Breakthroughs

"Building strong athletes. Confident performers. Future leaders."

Coach Renee is proud to be the only independent private coach in Buffalo for gymnastics, cheer tumbling, and acro. No crowded classes. No waiting in line for a turn. Just focused, personal coaching built entirely around your athlete.

Whether your athlete is chasing their first cartwheel or perfecting a full twisting layout, Renee meets them exactly where they are — and pushes them to where they want to be. Skills, strength, flexibility, and the confidence that carries far beyond the mat.

Coach Renee with a Team USA gymnast at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
Head Tumbling Coach
BFLO Cheerleaders

Trusted at the professional level

Renee is the Official Head Tumbling Coach of the BFLO Professional Cheerleaders — and their professional junior team, the BFLO Beauties and Cuties. A USA Gymnastics Professional Member for 35+ years, she brings the same expertise that trains the pros to your athlete.

Private Coaching Programs

Pick Your Path

Every session is one-on-one and tailored to your athlete's age, level, and goals. Sessions available for beginners through competitive athletes.

Gymnastics

Level 2 through Elite — foundational to advanced gymnastics skills with meticulous attention to form, safety, and progression.

  • Skill development at every level
  • Strength & flexibility training
  • Competition preparation
Back handspring lessons →
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Cheer Tumbling

Master the tumbling passes that make squads notice — from round-offs to full twisting layouts.

  • Back handsprings & tucks
  • Layouts, twisting fulls & specialty passes
  • Tryout & season readiness
Cheer tumbling lessons →

Acro

Dance acro and acrobatic skills for dancers, performers, and athletes who want power and artistry combined.

  • Walkovers, aerials & tucks
  • Flexibility, strength & control
  • Acro series creation
Acro lessons for dancers →

Not sure where to start? Take the 60-second quiz →  Tryouts coming? Build a plan →  Bring a clinic to your gym →

Also offered: semi-private lessons · routine construction & judging evaluations · college recruiting · NIL negotiations · Tumbling & Acrobatics (NCAA) · mobile AirTrak coaching · competitive adult gymnastics (ages 19–90) & Pilates

The Private Advantage

Why 1-on-1 Wins

Group classes divide a coach's attention twenty ways. Private coaching gives your athlete all of it.

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100% Focused Attention

Every rep watched, every correction made in the moment. Athletes progress dramatically faster when the coaching never leaves them.

02

Built Around Your Athlete

Sessions designed for your athlete's exact level, goals, and learning style — not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.

03

Confidence That Sticks

Fear of a skill holds athletes back more than ability. Renee specializes in breaking mental blocks and building fearless, confident performers.

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Flexible Scheduling

As an independent coach, Renee works around your family's schedule — not a gym's rigid class calendar.

#1Independent Coach in Buffalo
4Disciplines Coached
35+Years USA Gymnastics Pro Member
1:1Every Single Session

Our Athletes Win.

Building Confident Athletes. Inspiring Futures. Changing Lives.

Parents & Athletes

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Train with Renee from anywhere

Live 1-on-1 virtual sessions over FaceTime, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or WhatsApp video — flexibility, conditioning, video skill analysis, and mental-block coaching, wherever your athlete is.

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Buffalo & Western New York

Private Gymnastics & Tumbling Coaching in Buffalo, NY

If you're searching for private gymnastics lessons in Buffalo, NY or a private tumbling coach for your cheerleader, Coach Renee offers something no gym in Western New York can: truly independent, one-on-one coaching. As Buffalo's only independent private coach for gymnastics, cheer tumbling, and acro, Renee isn't tied to one facility's class schedule or curriculum — every session is built entirely around your athlete.

Families come to Renee for back handspring and tuck coaching, cheer tryout preparation, aerials and walkovers for acro dancers, and the strength and flexibility work that makes those skills stick. As Head Tumbling Coach of the BFLO Cheerleaders — Western New York's premier professional cheerleaders — Renee brings professional-level expertise to athletes at every level, from a first cartwheel to a full twisting layout.

Unlike group classes at a gymnastics center, private one-on-one sessions mean every single rep is watched, corrected, and celebrated. Athletes break through fear blocks faster, master skills sooner, and build the confidence that carries into competition, tryouts, and life.

Ready to get started? Call or text (914) 656-3790 to talk about your athlete's goals.

Questions Parents Ask

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do private gymnastics or tumbling lessons cost in Buffalo, NY?
Rates depend on session length, location, and your athlete's goals. Call or text Coach Renee at (914) 656-3790 for current pricing — she'll recommend the right session plan after a quick conversation about your athlete.
How long does it take to learn a back handspring?
It varies widely with age, strength, flexibility, and fear level — anywhere from a few weeks to a year — here’s the full honest answer. Private one-on-one coaching typically gets athletes there dramatically faster than group classes, because every rep is coached and mental blocks are addressed directly.
What ages and levels does Coach Renee work with?
Renee works with athletes from beginners chasing their first cartwheel through competitive gymnasts, cheerleaders, and acro dancers refining elite skills. Every session is tailored to the athlete's age, level, and goals.
Does Coach Renee help with cheer tryout preparation?
Yes. As Head Tumbling Coach of the BFLO Cheerleaders — Western New York's premier professional cheerleaders — Renee specializes in the tumbling passes squads look for, from round-off back handsprings to full twisting layouts.
What areas does Coach Renee serve?
Families throughout Buffalo and Western New York — including Amherst, Williamsville, Cheektowaga, Tonawanda, Kenmore, West Seneca, Orchard Park, Hamburg, Clarence, Lancaster, and East Aurora.
Does Coach Renee offer virtual or remote coaching?
Yes — live 1-on-1 sessions over FaceTime, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or WhatsApp video for flexibility training, conditioning, video skill analysis, and mental-block coaching. New airborne skills are always taught in person for safety. See virtual & remote coaching.
How do new athletes get started?
Every new athlete starts with a free video consultation — training times are limited, and the consult lets Renee meet your athlete and confirm the fit. Approved athletes receive a personal training program and weekly check-ins. Call or text (914) 656-3790 for availability. See what to expect.
Does Coach Renee travel for clinics?
Yes — Renee travels nationwide to lead tumbling clinics for cheer squads, all-star programs, dance studios, and gymnastics clubs. Formats range from half-day back handspring bootcamps to full-weekend intensives. Gym owners and program directors can learn more on the host a clinic page.

Serving All of Western New York

Private gymnastics, cheer tumbling & acro coaching for families in:

AmherstWilliamsvilleCheektowagaTonawandaKenmoreWest SenecaOrchard ParkHamburgClarenceLancasterEast AuroraGrand IslandNorth TonawandaLockportNiagara FallsLackawannaDepewErie CountyNiagara County
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Call or text Coach Renee today to talk goals, schedule a first session, and see what one-on-one coaching can do for your athlete.

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