Our Staff

  • Our Staff

Meet the Team

Justin Johnson

Justin Johnson

Lauren Johnson

Lauren Johnson

Nya Casebolt

Nya Casebolt

Samantha Dunn

Samantha Dunn

About Us

Justin Johnson
Owner
Justin Johnson is the owner of Courage Cheer and Dance United (CCDU) and brings almost 3 decades of competitive experience to the program. A USA Cheer (USASF) certified coach in Tumbling and Stunt Levels 1–6, Justin has more than 25 years of coaching expertise. He is a Registered Nurse and holds certifications in CPR, First Aid, CardiacWise, ConcussionWise, HeatWise, and is a Double Goal Coach.
Justin is a former co-ed cheerleader and gymnast at the University of Texas, where he built a strong foundation in both athletic performance and leadership. Throughout his career, he has coached, choreographed, and competed at the national level and All star world level, earning multiple championship titles. His passion for athlete development, safety, and excellence drives the core values at CCDU.
    Lauren Johnson
    Owner

    Lauren Johnson is the co-owner of Courage Cheer and Dance United (CCDU) and brings a strong foundation of athletic and academic excellence to the program. She is USA Cheer (USASF) certified in Tumbling and Stunt Levels 1–6 and holds a Bachelor of Science in Dance with a teaching certification in Dance as both a Fine Art and Physical Education.

    With over 15 years of coaching experience and more than 20 years of competitive experience in both cheer and dance, Lauren is a seasoned leader in the industry. She is certified in CPR, First Aid, CardiacWise, ConcussionWise, HeatWise, and is a Double Goal Coach. A former co-ed cheerleader and dance company member at Texas State University, Lauren has earned multiple national titles as a coach, choreographer, and athlete.

    Her passion for performance, technique, and mentoring young athletes is at the heart of her work with CCDU.

      Nya Casebolt
      Head Coach
      Nya Casebolt is an experienced All-Star Cheer and Tumbling Coach with over 12 years of cheer experience and 5 years of coaching under her belt. She is CPR and First Aid certified, ensuring a safe environment for every athlete she works with.

      Nya grew up cheering at Courage Cheer and Dance United (CCDU), and now brings her journey full circle by mentoring the next generation of athletes. She is passionate about helping young athletes grow—not just in their skills, but as individuals. Her love for cheer, combined with her commitment to personal development, makes her a valued coach and role model at CCDU.

        Samantha Dunn
        Front Office Manager
        Samantha Dunn serves as the Front Office Manager at Courage Cheer and Dance United (CCDU), bringing a warm, organized presence to the heart of the program. She has over 4 years of office experience and 5 years of cheer experience, which gives her a strong understanding of both the administrative and athletic sides of CCDU.

        Certified in CPR and First Aid, Samantha also brings 5 years of childcare experience to her role. Her passion for helping others, working with children, and contributing to a supportive team environment makes her an essential part of the CCDU family. She is dedicated to ensuring every athlete and parent feels welcomed and valued.