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girls xcel program



The Xcel Program is designed to offer an opportunity for girls of all levels an affordable competitive experience outside the traditional Women's Development Program (WDP, previously called Junior Olympic, J.O.).  

How is Xcel different from the WDP?

  • First of all the commitment to time in the gym is far less than the WDP.  Xcel athletes may spend less time in the gym, but still get to enjoy competing and being part of a gymnastics team.
  • Second, each Xcel participant can create their routines based on the skills they know and are confident with.
  • Finally is affordability.  With less time in the gym, monthly tuition is lower.  Xcel also attends fewer competitions which helps to keep expenses down.

Xcel is a great opportunity for Advanced Class girls interested in taking the next step in gymnastics.

Can an Xcel Gymnast compete in college?

We are so excited to say YES! Our very own Xcel Diamond, Alaina Syverson is competing for Gustavus College starting in 2021-22. Read more about her HERE.


bronze & silver meet season

The Bronze and Silver meet season runs in the fall with the State competition in Mid-December.  Coaches may option to allow Silver athletes to compete in Regions the following April. 


gold, platinum, diamond & Sapphire meet season

The Gold, Platinum, Diamond & Sapphire meet season begins in December. The State meet is held in March.  Those qualifying may participate in Regions in April.


Xcel Team Practice Days Off 2025-26

Date Practice Levels
MEA Weekend Friday 10/17 Normal Practice All
MEA Weekend Saturday 10/18 Normal Practice All
Thanksgiving Thursday 11/27 Off All
Friday 11/28 Off All
Saturday 11/29 Normal Practice All
Christmas Break Monday 12/22-Sunday 12/28 Off All
Monday 12/29 Normal Practice All
Tuesday 12/30 Normal Practice All
New Years Eve Wednesday 12/31 Off All
New Years Day Thursday 1/1/26 Off All
Friday 1/2/26 Resume Normal Schedule All
Saturday 1/3/26 Normal Practice Silver and Bronze
Saturday 1/3/26 8:00-11:00 Gold
Charleston Cup Thurs 2/19- Mon 2/23 Off Gold-Sapphire
Saturday 2/21 Normal Practice Bronze and Silver

Xcel Team Meet Schedule 2025-26 (subject to change)

Date Meet Meet Link Levels
Oct 10-11 Ghost & Goblin Link Bronze-Silver
Oct 25-26 Flips Fall Hoe Down Link Bronze-Silver
Nov 8-9 Candyland Link Bronze-Silver
Nov 15-16 Throwback Link Bronze-Silver
Dec 5-7 Peppermint Twist Link All
Dec 12-14 State (MCC) Link Bronze-Silver
Jan 10-11 Blizzard Invitational Link Gold-Sapphire
Jan 30-Feb 1 Twisted Moose Link Gold-Sapphire
Feb 14-15 Ice Valley Link Gold-Sapphire
Feb 20-22 Charleston Cup (SC) Link Gold-Sapphire (optional)
Mar 6-8 Northern Lights Link Gold-Sapphire
Mar 20-22 State (MCC) Link Gold-Sapphire
Apr 17-19 Regionals (Sioux City IA) Link Gold-Sapphire


B/S state DEC 24

State 2024:
Bronze: 2nd Place
Silver: 2nd Place


look at our current college athletes!!


State March 2025

Gold: 1st Place
Platinum: 3rd Place
Diamond: 3rd Place
Sapphire: 1st Place


program of the year

Congratulations to our Xcel team and coaches!

Minnesota Women's USA Gymnastics Awards
 

Program of the Year:
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Athlete of the Year:
Lexi Fredrick (2020)
Sydney Kowalski (2021)
Brianna Fleek (2022)
Alyssa Peddycoart (2023)
Ellie Carruth (2024)