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The Fullout Cheer Podcast

Next Generation Gym Owners

The Fullout Cheer Podcast with Danielle Johnston is the ultimate resource for cheerleading gym owners, all star cheer coaches, and industry professionals who want to grow their gyms, lead successful teams, and thrive in the competitive cheer industry. Hosted by Danielle Johnston — now in her 14th season as a cheer gym owner, co-owner of Next Generation Gym Owners, and author of the must-read “The Cheer Gym Owners’ Handbook” — this podcast delivers proven strategies and real-world insights from

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All Episodes

24:23

How to Build a Routine That Actually Scores Well

The Fullout Cheer Podcast ·

2026/04/23

Most routines don’t lose because of talent… they lose because of bad strategy.In Part 2, Danielle Johnston and John Barajas break down how to choose the right skills, structure your routine, and avoid the mistakes that cost teams points. As you’re building your teams and heading into choreography season, this is what you need to get right.

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26:18

Inside AccuScore: Why You Got That Deduction

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2026/04/16

Ever looked at your score sheet and thought… there’s no way that’s right?In this episode, Danielle Johnston sits down with judge and choreographer John Barajas to break down how judging panels, deductions, and AccuScore actually work. If you’ve ever felt a little intimidated by the idea of challenging your scores, you need to listen to this episode!

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30:28

Your Parents Aren’t Different. Your Standards Are.

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2026/04/09

Most gym owners are convinced their parents are “different.” More demanding. Less respectful. Impossible to manage.They’re not. In this episode, we break down the reality that parents are parents everywhere. The difference isn’t who you attract, it’s what you allow. If your families aren’t following policies, respecting boundaries, or buying into your programs, it’s not a parent problem. It’s a systems, leadership, and culture problem. We’re diving into how clear expectations, consistent

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44:35

Copy-Paste Coaching Is Killing Athlete Progress

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2026/04/02

Most athletes aren’t stuck because they lack talent—they’re stuck because of copy-paste coaching. Drill after drill of coaches searching social media to find the next great "fix" to their athlete's tumbling skills. In this episode, Danielle Johnston and Corey Rickett break down why understanding body mechanics, skill progression, and athlete mentality matters more than copying drills—and how great coaches actually develop elite athletes.

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31:52

A Judge’s Advice for Coaches and Parents in All-Star...

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2026/03/26

The conversation with all-star cheer judge Gabby Mauro continues in Part 2.Gabby answers more questions from coaches and parents while sharing practical advice for both groups on how to better support athletes and approach competitions with the right mindset. From understanding judging expectations to improving communication around competition results, this episode offers valuable insight for anyone involved in all-star cheer.

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30:34

Inside the Mind of a Cheer Judge | Q&A with Gabby Mauro

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2026/03/19

What are judges actually looking for on the score sheet?In this episode of the Fullout Cheer Podcast, Danielle Johnston sits down with all-star cheer judge Gabby Mauro to answer real questions submitted by coaches and parents. Gabby breaks down how judging works, what judges notice immediately when a team hits the floor, and the most common misconceptions about scoring in all-star cheer. If you've ever wondered why routines place the way they do, this episode gives you a rare look at competition

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20:52

Throwback: 3 Ways to Keep Great Coaches

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2026/03/12

Great coaches are one of the most valuable assets in your gym — but they’re also one of the hardest things to keep.In this episode, Danielle breaks down three practical strategies gym owners can use to retain their best coaches and build a stronger staff culture. She will discuss what great coaches actually need from leadership, why many gyms accidentally push good staff away, and how small changes in communication, expectations, and appreciation can make a huge difference in long-term

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76:14

Here 4 Cheer Episode

The Fullout Cheer Podcast ·

2026/03/05

In this special crossover episode, Here 4 Cheer host Megan Gomarlo sits down with Full Out Cheer’s very own Danielle Johnston. Whether you are a veteran gym owner or just starting your entrepreneurship journey in the all-star cheerleading industry, this conversation is a masterclass in scaling your business without losing your sanity.Danielle dives deep into the proven systems every gym needs to run on autopilot, drawing from her unique background in the Air Force to help owners step away from the

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33:16

Open Lobby, Strong Culture: Why I'll Never Shut...

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2026/02/26

If parent drama is inevitable, poor leadership is not.In Part 2, Danielle and Kelli from theory to action. They break down exactly how to reduce negativity without closing your doors — and what it really takes to create a self-policing, positive parent culture. They cover: How to educate parents before problems start and the power of consistent communication. This episode is practical, direct, and rooted in experience. Because the goal isn’t to eliminate noise. It’s to build a culture strong

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28:40

Open Lobby, Strong Culture: Why I'll Never Shut...

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2026/02/19

Parent drama. Lobby gossip. Closed practices. Open practices. Every gym owner has an opinion — and most of them are reactive.In Part 1, Danielle sits down with a parent-turned-coach to unpack what’s really happening in the lobby and why simply “closing the doors” isn’t the solution. They discuss: Why parent drama will always exist (and why that’s not the real problem) The difference between transparency and chaos What parents actually see from the lobby How open practices protect both

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16:09

If They're Not Sick, They're Injured: Part 2

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2026/02/12

Part 2 dives into the fallout of illness and injury and adds the final challenge to the mix: Inclement weather.We talk about how to make smart decisions when routines need to change, how to simplify without panicking, and how to handle choreography changes without destroying athlete confidence. We also cover what to do when weather wipes out a full week of practices, how to keep athletes engaged outside the gym, and how to reset quickly once you’re back instead of losing even more time. This

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35:07

If They're Not Sick, They're Injured: Part 1

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2026/02/05

In this episode, we talk about the reality coaches and gym owners are facing right now: constant absences due to illness, injuries piling up, and practices that never look the way they were planned. Attendance is unpredictable, routines are constantly being reworked, and keeping momentum feels harder than ever. If you’ve felt frustrated, exhausted, or like you’re constantly playing catch-up this season, this episode will make you feel seen and give you practical ways to move forward anyway.

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44:22

Stop Blaming Athletes. Start Educating Parents.

The Fullout Cheer Podcast ·

2026/01/29

Uncommitted athletes are one of the most common frustrations in all-star cheer. Missed practices. Inconsistent effort. Big potential with uneven results.But what if the issue isn’t the athlete at all? In this episode, we break down why commitment starts long before an athlete steps on the mat and how parent education plays a critical role in developing driven, resilient, and accountable athletes. We talk about what happens when parents understand the process, support the standards, and reinforce

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32:55

5 Things Gym Owners Are (Already) Getting Wrong in 2026

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2026/01/22

If you’re running a gym in 2026 the same way you did a few years ago, this episode is probably going to make you uncomfortable...And we know it.In this episode, I break down five mistakes I’m already seeing gym owners make that quietly cap growth, drain profit, and create burnout at the top. These aren’t beginner errors. They’re decisions smart, experienced owners make because they feel normal, responsible, or “good enough.” We talk about why some strategies that look scrappy or safe are actually

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37:20

Culture v. Morale: Why "Happy" Doesn't Always Mean...

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2026/01/15

Culture doesn’t disappear overnight. It erodes quietly. One skipped conversation. One tolerated behavior. One season where standards slowly soften and no one calls it out.In this episode of the Fullout Cheer Podcast, Danielle breaks down how culture is actually built over time, how it’s lost more quickly, and why so many gym owners confuse culture with morale. We talk about why good vibes don’t equal strong culture, how short-term morale spikes can mask long-term problems, and what leaders must

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17:26

The Free Marketing You’re Not Using (But Should Be)

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2026/01/08

Most gym owners say they want more leads, more trust, and more visibility. Then they completely ignore the easiest marketing tool they already have.In this episode, I talk about the free marketing most gym owners avoid: their personal social media. Not influencers. Not ads. Not perfectly curated content. Just showing up as a real owner, in real life, doing real work. I break down why posting feels uncomfortable, why “I don’t want to be salesy” is usually a fear problem not a strategy problem, and

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18:55

4 Dumb Things I Used to Brag About (and Why I Don’t...

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2026/01/01

When I first opened my cheer gym, I wore a few things like badges of honor that I’d never brag about now.In this episode, I break down four things I used to proudly flex as a new gym owner that I now realize were more about ego than smart leadership. Things like refusing to spend money on marketing, collecting certifications like trophies, and treating “firing” angry parents to fix a culture I never actually set in place. With hindsight, better data, and a lot of wisdom, I see why those bragging

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38:02

Beyond Affordable: Building a Program That Fits Your...

The Fullout Cheer Podcast ·

2025/12/25

In this episode, Danielle responses to a recent post made by a business coach regarding parents drawn to “affordable programs.” She breaks the myths about parent expectations and takes ownership of the choices we make in our businesses and the impact they have on the types of clients attracted to our brands. Join us as we challenge the narrative around this verbiage and its impact on your business success. If you’ve ever felt trapped by your previous pricing mistakes, this conversation is for

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37:32

Cheer is NOT Just Like Every Other Sport: Part 2

The Fullout Cheer Podcast ·

2025/12/18

In part 2 of this series, Danielle tells listeners how cheer is a unicorn in the world of sports and athletes are not easily interchangeable! It's not as easy as subbing in the next best player! Tune in to learn why parent education is so important and why your athletes need to be at practices!

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28:55

Cheer is Just Like Every Other Sport: Part 1

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2025/12/11

In this episode, Danielle replies to a listener email about how cheer is like other sports in that athletes have positions that are not easily interchangeable. In part 1 of this series, we talk about the universal truths of all sports and in what ways you can expect cheer to be similar to other sports.

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