 WHEN: July 28th 6pm-7pm AND August 5th 6pm-7pm WHERE: GCA Sports Complex WHO: 5th-12th grade girls DRESS: Come dressed to try, demonstrate, and possibly learn some new skills We are excited to offer TWO great cheer opportunities this year: 1. Sideline Cheer: This team will be cheering at our basketball games, leading pep rallies, and generating school spirit! 2. Competition Team: Compete in two or three local competitions
*** Cheer will accommodate our volleyball schedule-You can do both!*** MEET OUR COACHING TEAM: Jeanette Mortimer: Coach Mortimer has coached cheer for 6 years. Her teams have won U.S Finals, Grand Champion at The Richmond Crown, Grand Champion at Small Gym Showdown, multiple CCA Regional Championships, and The One Finale. She is certified in levels 1-7 in both tumbling and stunting. Tatyana Cooper: Hi everyone! I’m Coach Cooper, and I’m so excited to be your cheer coach this season! I currently teach 3rd grade at Guardian Christian Academy and am proud to also be a GCA alumni. It’s truly an honor to give back to the school that played such an important role in my life. Before coaching, I was a member of my college dance team, which helped strengthen my love for teamwork, leadership, and performance. I can’t wait to help our cheerleaders grow in confidence, skill, and school spirit while making lasting memories together. Questions? Need more information? Contact Cheer Coordinator Mandy Hamner-Ford at [email protected]  Our 2026 fall sports season starts in just a few short weeks! See below for tryout details for each of our fall teams: MS Girls Volleyball (Girls Grades 6–8):
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 | WHEN: Monday July 20th through Tuesday, July 23rd. Please be present each day for tryouts. TIME: 4pm-6pm. |
Co-Ed Cross Country (Grades 6-12)
 | WHEN: Tryouts expected in August. More details to come. |
Soccer (Boys Grades 6-12):
 | WHEN: Practices starting August 24. Boys in Grades 6-12 are eligible to play. See below for our 2026-27 schedule. If interested in playing, please send an email with your name and grade to [email protected] |
Cheer (Girls Grades 5–12)
 | For our Competition & Sideline Combo Team interest meeting: Meet and Greet-July 28 and Aug. 5, 5:30–7:30 PM (No formal tryouts) Contact Mandy Ford with questions regarding cheer at [email protected] |
Required for all tryouts:
All student-athletes must have the following on file with the Athletic Office before participating in tryouts or practices (see blue links below):
Questions? Contact the Athletic Department at 804-715-3210 ext. 462.
Athletic departments summer hours are Mon-Thurs, 9am-3pm.
- VISAA Sports Physical (dated after May 2026 for the 2026–27 school year)
- GCA Sports Packet & Waivers
Questions? Contact the Athletic Department at 804-715-3210 ext. 462.
Athletic departments summer hours are Mon-Thurs, 9am-3pm.
DATE: July 13-16
WHERE: Virginia District Retreat Center (overnight camp)
WHO: Kids who have completed 1st-5th grade (and your friends!)
COST: $350
Best Week Ever is the annual Virginia District Church of the Nazarene Kids Camp. Kids who have completed 1st-5th Grade are invited to join us as we gather at the Virginia District Retreat Center in July for a week full of fun and engaging activities designed to keep kids focused on Jesus Christ.
Kids Camp is a foundational event in the spiritual life of kids where they can grow in their relationship with Jesus, develop friendships to last a lifetime, and learn lessons that will prepare them for a life dedicated to following Christ.
Optional Transportation:
If you would like to register for transportation through Southside Church - Kids Ministry - send Pastor Amber an email to ask for the registration link. Transportation is $10 per child.
WHERE: Virginia District Retreat Center (overnight camp)
WHO: Kids who have completed 1st-5th grade (and your friends!)
COST: $350
Best Week Ever is the annual Virginia District Church of the Nazarene Kids Camp. Kids who have completed 1st-5th Grade are invited to join us as we gather at the Virginia District Retreat Center in July for a week full of fun and engaging activities designed to keep kids focused on Jesus Christ.
Kids Camp is a foundational event in the spiritual life of kids where they can grow in their relationship with Jesus, develop friendships to last a lifetime, and learn lessons that will prepare them for a life dedicated to following Christ.
Optional Transportation:
If you would like to register for transportation through Southside Church - Kids Ministry - send Pastor Amber an email to ask for the registration link. Transportation is $10 per child.
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Front Desk: 804-715-3210 [email protected] Guardian Christian Academy 6851 Courthouse Rd, Chesterfield, VA 23832 |