Coaches & Support
Coaches
Each of our coaches and volunteers are committed to leading our athletes by example to help everyone build pride in our “Firestorm Family”.
Combined between the coaches, Okanagan Firestorm has over three quarters of a century of cheerleading, choreography, tumbling and technical experience.
All of our coaches are highly qualified and knowledgeable in the areas of which they train. They are required to attend regular training sessions, keep their BCCA Coaching credentials up to date, have current criminal record checks, and hold a minimum of a level 1 First Aid and CPR certification, as well as AACCA certifications in concussion identification.
Office Support & Volunteers
We are people passionate about cheerleading, youth and our community
Our office support team is the backbone of the organization to keep seamless flow of information between Athletes, Parents, and the coaching Staff.
Volunteers are an integral part of our family and the success of our teams. From Team Moms to event helpers, our volunteers are a critical role in the collaboration of teams at events and behind the scenes.
Our Management
Nikki - Owner/Coach
Nikki - Owner/Coach
Nikki - Owner/Coach
- Background - 23 years in cheer, 21 years coaching, 10 years BC Cheer Judge. 22 years in Dance.
- Certified teacher with a BA and BEd, focusing in curriculum design.
- Additional training in dance move and therapy.
- BC Sport Cheer Director. Recognized as the 2012 BC Leading Edge Coach of the Year and Mentor of the Year in 2020 and 2022
- Certified le
- Background - 23 years in cheer, 21 years coaching, 10 years BC Cheer Judge. 22 years in Dance.
- Certified teacher with a BA and BEd, focusing in curriculum design.
- Additional training in dance move and therapy.
- BC Sport Cheer Director. Recognized as the 2012 BC Leading Edge Coach of the Year and Mentor of the Year in 2020 and 2022
- Certified level 5 cheer coach.
- Categories - Stunting, Choreography and Dance
- Specialty - Communication and motivation of youth to make cheer accessible to all ability levels.
Pete - Owner/Coach
Nikki - Owner/Coach
Nikki - Owner/Coach
- Background - 28 year in cheer, 25 coaching cheer
- Certified in special education (CEA)
- Coached in Canada, USA, and Barbados.
- BC Sport Cheer coach credentialing examiner. Honoured with the Outstanding Contributions Award in 2020 and Mentour of the Year in 2022
- Competed as an Athlete in Canada, USA, and Japan. Attended the Worlds with the firs
- Background - 28 year in cheer, 25 coaching cheer
- Certified in special education (CEA)
- Coached in Canada, USA, and Barbados.
- BC Sport Cheer coach credentialing examiner. Honoured with the Outstanding Contributions Award in 2020 and Mentour of the Year in 2022
- Competed as an Athlete in Canada, USA, and Japan. Attended the Worlds with the first team representing BC
- Attended University of Hawaii on a Cheerleading scholarship
- Certified level 5 cheer coach, accredited in level 6
- Categories - Tumbling, Upper level and co-ed stunting, and routine cleaning
- Specialty - being a gym wide motivator and advocate for safety in all aspects of our sport.
Jenn - Office Staff
Nikki - Owner/Coach
Jenn - Office Staff
- Background - 16 Years as a cheer mom, team mom, gym mom.
Our Coaches
Chelsey
Chelsey
Chelsey
- BC Sport Cheer Director, coach credentialing examiner, and coaching course facilitator.
Additional Details Coming Soon
Marika
Chelsey
Chelsey
- Background - 17 years in Cheer, 14 coaching
- Holds a degree as a Registered Nurse
- Certified Level 4 cheer coach
- Category - Tumbling, conditioning, and Stunting (up to level 6)
- Specialty - Technique with skills in all categories, and group conditioning.
Ashley
Chelsey
Ashley
- Background - 16 years in Cheer, 13 coaching
- Certified teacher with a BA and BEd from UBC Okanagan
- Certified Level 4 cheer coach
- Category - Stunting, Choreo, Indy Choreography
- Specialty - improving stunt technique, flyer strength and dance choreography.
Ana
Chelsey
Ashley
- Background - 16 years in Cheer, 9 coaching
- Certified Level 3 cheer coach
- Category - Tumbling and Stunting
- Specialty - Overall tumbling technique improvement and cleaning routines
Michelle
Michelle
Michelle
- Background - 11 years in Cheer, 3 coaching
- Team Canada Cheerleader 2017, 2022 - Present
- Holds a degree in Chemical Engineer
- Certified Level 2 cheer coach
- Category - Tumbling, Conditioning and Stunting (up to Level 7)
- Specialty - Technique with skills in all categories, basket tosses, flyer strength and conditioning.
Callie
Michelle
Michelle
Details Coming Soon
Alicia
Michelle
Alicia
Details Coming Soon