Logan cheerleaders soar from suburbs to world stage in Hawaii

Cheerleading may be a popular topic for a Netflix series, but the sport is seeing a real-life surge in popularity in Logan with a group of athletes set to compete in Hawaii next month.

Logan’s cheerleaders from the Infinity Gym in Loganholme will travel to Hawaii for the international competition. Pictures: Contributed

A group of Logan cheerleaders is preparing to take their talents from suburban Queensland to the world stage in Hawaii, proving that cheerleading is more than just pompoms and high-energy routines.

Infinity Athletics, based in Loganholme, has skyrocketed from a humble seven-athlete team training in a rented gym to a powerhouse club with 250 athletes, 12 staff members, and a new second gym space.

The rapid growth of the gym has cemented Logan as a hub for competitive cheerleading, a sport that has recently gained mainstream recognition thanks to Netflix documentaries and worldwide competitions.

Now the gym is showcasing its excellence internationally.

In May, the club will head to Honolulu to compete at the prestigious Global Games, showcasing the athletes’ talent on an international level.

Owner Lauren Erickson said the recent expansion into a second gym, aptly named “Infinity HQ”, was a dream come true and a necessary step to accommodate the international exposure and soaring demand for classes.

Loganholme’s Infinity will send a team to Hawaii to compete in the international cheerleaders competition. Pictures: Contributed

“This is an incredible opportunity for our athletes to represent Logan and Australia on a world stage and is testament to their hard work and dedication,” Ms Erickson said.

“We now have more than 700 square metres of space to offer classes for kids and adults of all ages, from tumbling and cheer to hip hop and Pom.

“But we also have a semi-competitive program, which is ideal for new members who get to experience two competitions per year – which are really fun – with less commitment.

“And we even have mums who get involved alongside their children because cheerleading is a sport that welcomes everyone.

“We’d love for more people to come and experience the energy, teamwork, and joy that comes with it,” she said.

The club prides itself on its inclusivity, offering opportunities including an all-abilities team to ensure no one misses out and classes for athletes as young as three, as well as parents who want to stay fit and connect with a like-minded community.

Ms Erickson said kinder-cheer and dance classes have been popular because they give young children the chance to try multiple styles of cheer, dance, and tumbling, without having to commit to just one style.

Beyond the thrill of competition, Ms Erickson said the growing cheer and dance community in Logan was thriving because the sport offered places for everyone.

“Cheer is inclusive — there’s a role for every athlete, no matter their ability. Everyone has a special job, and that makes them feel like a valued part of the team,” she said.

Originally published as Logan cheerleaders soar from suburbs to world stage in Hawaii