2026 Winter Cheer Doctor Clinic!

DEVELOP THE COMPLETE CHEER ATHLETE.

Five Hours. Four Pillars. One Experience That Goes Beyond the Mat.

Train with experienced professionals and collegiate cheerleaders in strength and conditioning, injury prevention, sports nutrition, mental performance, and stunting.

December 19, 2026

9 AM–2 PM | Westerville, Ohio

Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026 | Location: Stingray Allstars Columbus: 175 E Broadway Ave. Westerville, OH 43081 | Investment: $250

MORE THAN JUST ANOTHER CHEER CLINIC

Cheerleading requires so much more than learning new skills. It demands strength, power, coordination, mobility, mental toughness, and the ability to take care of your body.

Yet many cheerleaders don't have access to the same athletic resources available to athletes in other competitive sports.

We're changing that.

Instead of focusing solely on cheerleading skills, we're taking a comprehensive approach to athlete development, helping athletes understand what it takes to perform at their best both on and off the mat.

DEVELOP EVERY ASPECT OF YOUR ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE

What your athlete will experience:

01. PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE TRAINING led by Dr. Maria Wisman, PT

Build strength. Develop power. Become more explosive.

Work with Dr. Maria and The Cheer Doctor Team learning how to strength train to improve your power and athleticism!

Participate in a workout and learn how to build your own at home! (Athlete's will receive a take-home folder with information from each clinic pillar)

Test your jump height and speed using our force plate technology and learn how to improve.

02. SPORTS NUTRITION & RECOVERY led by Ashley Martinez, RD

Fuel your body. Support your performance.

Learn practical strategies to support your body's needs and get the most out of your training.

Nutrition fundamentals for athletic performance

Fueling before and after training

Hydration and recovery

Building healthy, sustainable habits

03. MENTAL PERFORMANCE & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT led by Dr. Lauren Secaras

Train your mind just like you train your body.

Develop the mental skills needed to navigate competitive sports and life beyond the mat.

Building confidence and self-belief

Managing performance anxiety and pressure

Developing resilience and a growth mindset

Goal setting, motivation, and overcoming setbacks

04. STUNTING DEVELOPMENT led by USA Cheer President Ben Schreiber

Learn. Connect. Grow. Hit new skills.

Get on the mat and work on your stunting with current collegiate cheerleaders and former college athletes! Coed and group stunting available for ALL experience levels!

Athletes will have the opportunity to learn from experienced cheerleaders, receive personalized feedback, and work on developing their stunting abilities in a supportive environment.

Stunting instruction with current and former collegiate cheerleaders

Personalized feedback and technique development

Opportunities to work on skills and progressions

A chance to learn from athletes who have competed at the collegiate level

All stunting levels are welcome! Whether you're building your foundation or working toward more advanced skills, there will be opportunities to learn, challenge yourself, and grow.

MEET THE FOUNDER

Hi! I am Dr. Maria Wisman, PT and Founder of The Cheer Doctor!

As a former Ohio State and USA Cheerleader turned physical therapist, I've experienced firsthand the physical demands of competitive cheerleading.

I created The Cheer Doctor to bridge the gap between cheerleading and sports performance, giving athletes access to the strength training, injury prevention, and performance resources they need to reach their potential.

The Winter Cheer Doctor Clinic brings that mission to life by connecting athletes with experts across every aspect of athletic development.

LEARN FROM PROFESSIONALS WHO UNDERSTAND ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

The Cheer Doctor brings together professionals with experience in the areas that matter most to athletic performance.

Dr. Maria Wisman, PT, Founder of The Cheer Doctor

Learn from a former Ohio State and USA Cheerleader who understands the physical demands of competitive cheerleading and specializes in helping cheerleaders become stronger, more powerful, and more resilient athletes.

Ben Schreiber, President of USA Cheer

Learn from USA Cheer President, owner of The Stunt Doc and former Ohio State Cheer Coach the fundamental of stunting and how to progressive from basic to more advanced stunting using proper progressions and technique.

Dr. Lauren Secaras, PhD, Certified Mental Performance Consultant

Dr. Lauren is a former collegiate athlete and now sport psychologist! She helps athletes with mental blocks as well as teaches athletes mental strategies to improve their performance!

Ashley Martinez, RDN, Pro Cheerleader and Founder of Nutrition for Cheerleaders

Ashley Anna Martinez, MFN, RDN, LD is a Chef, Dietitian, and 4 x Professional Cheerleader for the Cincinnati Bengals. She is the owner of Nutrition for Cheerleaders, LLC through which she provides personalized nutrition programs for athletes to reach their highest performance potential.

Collegiate Cheerleaders

Stunt with current and former collegiate cheerleaders from Ohio state, Ashland, Kentucky and more!

MORE THAN FIVE HOURS OF TRAINING. AN ENTIRE TOOLBOX FOR ATHLETIC DEVELOPMENT.

Hands-on strength and conditioning experience.

Force plate jump testing.

Direct instruction from collegiate cheerleaders.

Practical sports nutrition education.

Mental performance strategies.

Injury prevention and physical health education.

Opportunities to ask questions and learn from professionals.

WHO IS THIS CLINIC FOR?

This clinic is designed for serious cheerleaders who want to take ownership of their athletic development.

Whether you're an all-star or school cheerleader, flyer, base, backspot, or tumbler, this experience is for athletes who:

Want to improve their strength, power, and athletic performance.

Are motivated to learn how to train smarter.

Want to better understand injury prevention and physical health.

Want to develop healthy fueling and recovery habits.

Are looking to build confidence and mental resilience.

Are ready to invest in becoming the best athlete they can be.

You don't have to be the strongest or most experienced athlete in the room. You just have to be willing to learn and grow.

WHAT YOU'LL TAKE HOME

Our goal is for every athlete to leave with more than just a great day of training.

You'll walk away with:

A better understanding of how to train for strength and explosive power.

Practical tools for injury prevention and physical health.

Knowledge about fueling and recovering as an athlete.

Strategies for building confidence and mental resilience.

A better understanding of what it takes to become a complete athlete.

Most importantly, you'll leave with knowledge you can continue applying long after the clinic ends.

Each athlete will get a folder with notes to take home at the end of the day

2026 WINTER CLINIC DETAILS

Date: Saturday, December 19th, 2026

Time: 9 AM - 2 PM

Location: The Stingray Allstars Columbus: 175 E Broadway Ave. Westerville, OH 43081

Investment: $250

Age Range: 9 and older

Registration: Space is capped at 80 participants to allow more hands on coaching from instructors.

(pre-registration only, no walk-ins accepted)

Schedule:

9:00–9:30 AM

Registration & Check-In

9:30–9:45 AM

Welcome, Introductions & Group Warm-Up

9:45–10:35 AM

Rotation 1

10:35–10:40 AM

Transition Break

10:40–11:30 AM

Rotation 2

11:30–11:55 AM

Lunch & Recovery Break (Lunch is NOT Provided)

11:55 AM–12:45 PM

Rotation 3

12:45–12:50 PM

Transition Break

12:50–1:40 PM

Rotation 4

1:40–2:00 PM

Closing Remarks & Dismissal

AN INVESTMENT IN YOUR ATHLETE'S FUTURE

As parents, you invest countless hours and resources into helping your athlete succeed in cheerleading.

But athletic development goes beyond learning new skills.

Your athlete needs to understand how to:

Build strength and power.

Take care of their body and reduce injury risk.

Properly fuel their training.

Navigate pressure and performance anxiety.

Develop the habits needed for long-term athletic success.

The Winter Cheer Doctor Clinic brings these resources together in one experience, giving your athlete tools they can carry throughout their cheer career and beyond.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need stunting experience or a stunt group / partner?

Nope! You will primarily be stunting with collegiate athletes who will meet you at the level you are currently at. No experience and no partner necessary!

Will lunch be provided?

No. Please make sure to bring enough snacks, water and lunch for your athlete to get through 5 hours of training.

Do I need to be an advanced cheerleader to attend?

No! This clinic is designed for motivated athletes who want to learn and improve, regardless of their current experience level. All levels are welcome.

Is this clinic only for all-star cheerleaders?

No. School and all-star cheerleaders are welcome, provided they meet the age and participation requirements.

Will we be working on cheerleading skills?

The primary focus is comprehensive athlete development rather than traditional cheer skill instruction. Athletes will participate in performance training and educational experiences designed to support their overall development. Athletes will get 50 minutes of hands on stunting instruction with current and former collegiate cheerleaders.

Do I need previous strength training experience?

No. Training sessions will accommodate athletes with varying levels of experience.

What should I bring?

Cheer shoes, workout shoes (if different from cheer shoes), water bottle, snacks, lunch

What is the cancellation policy?

A refund less a $30 administration fee will be issued for any cancellation received by at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the clinic. The administration fee and the 3% online processing fee are not refundable for ANY reason.

Because we have to guarantee the number of participants in order to prepare for the clinic, any cancellation received less than 2 weeks prior to the start of each session will not be eligible for any refund except in the case of injury or illness, in which case supporting documentation from a doctor is required.

A clinic fee may not be transferred to any other Cheer Doctor Clinics. A clinic fee may not be transferred to any other participant. All cancellation notices must be received by the deadline above and submitted by email – no phone calls or voicemails. All supporting documentation required for a refund to be approved and processed must be submitted within 10 days after the conclusion of the clinic. Refund requests must be submitted to [email protected]. Participants who are injured while at the clinic but remain at camp will not be eligible for any refund.