KIM MANALLACK-BENSTEAD
GYM OWNER & PROGRAMS DIRECTOR
USASF LEVEL 1-5 CHEERLEADING & TUMBLING COACH
DIPLOMA OF DANCE TEACHING AND MANAGEMENT

ASH BENSTEAD
GYM OWNER & GENERAL MANAGER
MASTERS OF MARKETING & MANAGEMENT, DEAKIN UNI;
MBA, LA TROBE UNI;
BOARD MEMBER, VICE-PRESIDENT AUSTRALIAN CHEERLEADING UNION (ACU)

Kim and Ash are the passionate and experienced leaders behind Cheer N Dance Athletics, which proudly enters its 18th season, across both VIC & NSW. With nearly two decades of dedication to cheer, dance and tumbling, they have built thriving gyms that foster growth, teamwork, opportunity and a love for the sport.

Kim brings a wealth of expertise, guiding athletes with a focus on skill development and confidence building, while Ash’s leadership and positivity inspire a dynamic and supportive environment, ensuring every member feels valued and empowered.

Together, their shared vision has created gym communities in Regional Australia where athletes of all ages and abilities can achieve their goals and celebrate their individual or team journey’s, whether recreationally or competitively. Ash and Kim's commitment continues to set Cheer N Dance Athletics apart as an inclusive and welcoming home for cheer, dance and tumbling enthusiasts of all skills levels and ages.