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Sonja's interest in gymnastics and dance began when she was 3 years old; with Ballet and Jazz. This interest turned to Rhythmic Gymnastics for 10 years and led her to become a provincially/nationally ranked athlete. Once in high school, Sonja was active as a member and coach for the McRoberts Cheer and Dance program. She quickly fell in love with cheerleading, and began competing and coaching with the well-respected Vancouver All-Stars program. Her most noted accomplishment was taking first place with her Sr. Co-Ed team at the NCA Classic in Anaheim, California. Upon graduation from high school, Sonja pursued open cheerleading, competing for TotalSpirit Magic All-Stars and the Vancouver All-Stars Open Heat Team respectively. Over the past 4 years, Sonja has been an active member of the BCCA, acting as a head judge and as co-president for the 2007-2009 seasons. After 18 years as an athlete and coach of dance, gymnastics and cheer, her love for sport inspired her and friend Kristy Powell to create HOT Choreography. She also has choreographed for the film and television industry (Billionairio Gaming agency Ads and the film "Jennifer's Body" starring Meghan Fox).

After much success, growth and a longing to coach again, Sonja’s passion for cheer guided her to embark on a journey with the Vancouver Academy of Cheer. She brought a team of 16 girls with no cheer experience to a level that she could never have dreamt and realized she wanted something even bigger. In 2008 she merged with Jocelyn Lefteruk from Seaside Athletics to create Absolute Academy.

Now, over 2 years later, her vision and dream for creating a well-rounded and successful cheer gym has lead her to new and exciting heights with Absolute! She is now the proud owner of Absolute and looks forward to further developing the talented athletes of the North Shore.

Having been coached by some of Canada and America’s best, combined with her professionalism and enthusiasm, makes her a leader in the sport of cheerleading in our province!


USASF Certified in levels 1-5 in tumbling, stunting and tosses
CPR and First Aid Certified
BCCA Certified Judge & past Co-Chair
NCCP Level 2 Certified Coach
Certified BTS Fitness Instructor
3P Camp Instructor

Candice has been with Absolute for over a year and brings a lot of "pizzazz" to our staff! She has been performing both vocally and theatrically for over 16 years. Although music is her passion, performing is her outlet for expression, and when she entered high school, she tried out for the Cheer team and found another way to express herself and entertain others. A winner of MIP, Tiger Spirit and MVP awards, Candice was fueled with the desire to continue cheerleading and to be an inspiration to new and upcoming athletes. Her experience with Alberta Cheer Empire and the undefeated McNally high school team, has given Candice the experience and knowledge to take her coaching career to new and exciting heights! After completing a diploma in music, she is now finishing her degree in Music Therapy at Capilano College. After having a very successful season with the Elite teams, we are excited to introduce Candice to the Competitive for the upcoming competitive season!

USASF Certified in levels 1-4 in Tumbling, Stunts and Tosses
CPR and First Aid Certified

Kenny Feeley began his cheerleading career with the Nationally renowned, State-Champion Madison High School Co-ed Cheerleading Program in San Diego, California.  He learned under the direction of Ray Jasper (choroegrapher of the 1st Bring it On!) and worked for Jamz, a west-coast based cheer company.  From there he attended the University of Las Vegas Reno on a full cheer scholarship and won the USA Partner Stunt Competition.  Wanting to learn more and compete at a higher level, Kenny transferred to the University of Louisville where he was a member of their National Champion Co-ed cheerleading program.  While in Kentucky, Kenny also competed with, and won several NCA National titles at Gym Tyme All-Stars.

After the completion of his studies, Kenny moved to Greenville, South Carolina where he was the West Coast Direction and National Speed Camp Director for Spirit Sports.  He worked with his collegiate coach, James Speed (University of Louisville/Gym Tyme All-Stars)  travelling the United States working with a wide range of all-star, scholastic and collegiate programs.  Kenny was also the Assistant Coach of the Nationally ranked Clemson University Co-ed program.  Under his direction the squad placed an impressive 2nd place at NCA Nationalals in 2006! 

Kenny is a State credentailer for the USASF and is credentialed to Level 5 in stunts, tosses and tumbling.  He was the All-Star and Technical Director of Ultimate Athletics in Illinois from 2006-2008 that placed 8th in the Large Senior All-Girl Division at the Cheerleading Worlds.

Known for his passion and love of teaching, Kenny is the consumate teacher.  His extensive knowledge and experience, along with his ability to relay critical instructional information make him an invaluable asset to every athlete and program he works with.

Currently, Kenny is the co-owner of Spring Tumbling for Cheerleaders an instructional cheerleading company based in Canada and the United States.  He travels extensively teaching skills camps, tumbling clinics, and doing routine choreography all over the World! 

Lisa Aucoin has been involved in cheerleading for over 20 years as an athlete, administrator and coach.  Lisa began her cheerleading career with the East Gloucester Bengals in Orleans, Ontario where she was began her coaching career.

At the age of 16, she began the Gloucester Cheerleading Association, a non profit organization with Mini, Youth, Junior and Senior aged teams.  GCA operated for 5 years with Lisa as President, Founder & Head Coach.

Lisa has also coached for the University of Ottawa, St. Mathew's High in Ottawa, and Massena High School and SUNY Potsdam which are based in Northern New York.

From there, Lisa moved to North Carolina where she worked with the nationally ranked Greensboro All-Stars, Wake Forest All-Stars, Carolina All-Stars and the  University of North Carolina Chapel Hill ALl-Girl cheerleading program which placed 2nd at NCA College Nationals under her direction.  She was also employed by WSF, a national cheerleading company that operates national and open championships all over the USA!

Lisa has also directed several semi-professional dance programs for hockey, baseball and basketball in both Canada and the US.  She has coordinated and consulted for dance programs in the ECHL, CHL, NHL, NBA Developement League and minor baseball leagues.

Currently, Lisa is the owner of Spring Tumbling for Cheerleaders an instructional cheerleading company that operates in Canada, the United States and in Europe.

She is the International Regional Director for the International All-Star Federation and is credentialed through Level 5 in Stunts, Tosses and Tumbling. 

She is very active in the international community having judged many prestigious competitions and works as the International Director for The Cheerleading Agency.

Tiy comes to us from World Cup All-Stars - America's TOP all-star program and the World's BEST 3 years consecutively in the Sr. Level 5 All-Girl division.

In a career that spans over 16 years in the spirit industry, Tiy Fountain has been an integral figure in the world of cheerleading instruction, choreography and competition. For over a decade, Tiy has taught and managed hundreds of cheerleading camps affecting the lives of thousands of athletes (including some of Absolute's very own!). He was given the blessing and prestige of being an NCA Instructor, a Florida International University Cheerleader (where he contributed to the Grand National Champions Title in '98), a choreographer for many US National and International award-winning cheerleading teams and most noted, the Head Coach of the World renowned "World Cup Shooting Stars". Tiy brings a vast amount of knowledge, energy and passion for cheerleading to our club and we are very fortunate to have him as part of our family for a third blissful year!

USASF Certified in level 1-5 in tumbling, stunting and tosses
CPR and First-Aid Certified
5-time recipient of NCA "Most Innovative Choregraphy" award
NCA, CTC, WSF, All Star Challenge & Atlantic Cheer & Dance Judge
And too many more accolades to list!
 

Heidi is our wonderful office assistant who a vivacious energy to the office! Having been an elite gymnast herself back in the day, her knowledge and passion of the sport has led her to Absolute.  She has her degree in Education with a minor in English. She has 3 very lovely children, 2 of whom train with Absolute. Heidi is eagerly awaiting the competitive season with anticipation and looks forward to assisting you in the office!

First-Aid & CPR Certified

Although only 17 years old, Viki has acquired an outstanding amount of knowledge and talent in her cheerleading career. As a well-rounded athlete and coach, Viki has 6 years of pre-competitive gymnastics under her belt as well as 7 years of competitive all-star and high school cheer (including 5 yrs as an Elite athlete). A few accomplishments to be noted was her first place finish at the Sea-To-Sky Nationals in '06 in the Jr Group Stunt division, her first place finish at the 2008 Jamfest Nationals in the Sr level 3 category and her Canadian National championship 1st place ranking in 2006 in the Jr level 3 division. This past year Viki coached the Divas team, competed for Tribute and Prestige as well as her high school team. She is very excited to be working with the Rockstars this year to continue it's sucess in 2011.... 

USASF Certified in level 1-4 in tumbling, stunting and tosses
CPR and First-Aid Certified

Coach Bio coming soon

coach bio coming soon!