14 years ago  we opened Colorado Lightning in hopes to give anyone that had the dream of participating in cheerleading and dance an opportunity.  ​We both come to CLA with a multitude of coaching  experience, and a love for working with children. Our number one vision when opening this gym was for all children to have a loving safe place to learn and grow as athletes. Their success is our passion, and we strive to celebrate every success no matter how small they seem. Family is the most important part of our lives, and expanding that love is number one in our business. It's a Family thing!

THE TEAM

Dedication and love are our core values!

Melissa Thieme- Dance Coach

I have been with the Colorado Lightning for 14 years, since the day it opened in an Elementary school gym. Coaching is my passion, and favorite hobby. Watching someone learn to do things they never thought they could is a true gift.  I especially enjoy it, because it provides me with an opportunity to spend time with my family and watch my daughters participate in something they truly love. 

Nikki Trujillo- Hip Hop Coach

Coaching is a true passion of mine.  I love watching the members of our gym learn to do new things. I started coaching for CLA right before left for college 5 years ago, but choreographed from a far. Reuniting with our girls and getting to work with them in person is a passion I would not pass up. Being with my family every night is an added bonus!
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Alyssa Has been with CLA for over 10 years. She originally joined our program as a 4th grader. However, she spent the majority of her time on our team competing on our level 4 cheer team, Pom, and Hip Hop. We are so excited for her be our office manager.

Debbie has been running the CLA boosters for 12 years. She has provided the gym with many fundraising opportunities, and works tirelessly with love for every family in our gym.

Taylor has been apart of our program since she was in the 1st grade. She comes to our coaching staff with a great deal of knowledge, talent, and drive for helping athletes grow.

Tracy has been working as a youth tumbling coach for several years, and has coached many levels of cheer in our gym. Her love and devotion have been such a blessing to our athletes.

Kristen started as a member of the CLA team at a young age of 5 years old. She brings a great deal of knowledge and expertise to the gym, and we are so excited to add her to our staff.

Alyssa is such a wonderful part of our coaching staff. She has been a part of the CLA family since 5th grade, and has competed in Cheer, Jazz, Pom, and Hip Hop. We could not be happier that she is apart of our staff.

Jessica has been with CLA for several years as a part of our senior level teams. Her knowledge, drive, and ability to motivate those around her will make her an invaluable part to our coaching staff.

Julianna has been apart of our team since she was at he youth level. She joins hour Hip Hop staff with a wealth of knowledge and devotion!