Oceanside Bombers Partner with Charlene's Dance N Cheer for Clinics and Halftime Shows

The new community partnership will bring youth dance, cheer, and gymnastics programs to Frontwave Arena

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Oceanside Bombers, a member of the AF1 league, have announced a new community partnership with Charlene's Dance N Cheer. Under the agreement, Charlene's Dance N Cheer will lead pregame youth dance and cheer clinics on select game days, continue delivering ongoing community clinics, and help produce special halftime entertainment showcases at Frontwave Arena.

Why it matters

This partnership connects Charlene's Dance N Cheer's community-based youth programming with the Bombers' mission to elevate family-friendly entertainment at Frontwave Arena, creating new opportunities for local kids to learn, perform, and be celebrated in a professional sports environment.

The details

Charlene's Dance N Cheer is a mobile youth enrichment program serving San Diego County, offering cheerleading, dance, musical theater, and early childhood learning instruction across dozens of community locations. Under the partnership, the organization will lead pregame youth clinics where participants will learn foundational cheer and dance skills, teamwork, and age-appropriate routines to bring energy into the arena. Charlene's Dance N Cheer will also continue and expand its existing local enrichment programs, and help produce curated halftime showcases designed to spotlight youth participants and celebrate the spirit of Oceanside.

  • The partnership was announced on February 12, 2026.

The players

Oceanside Bombers

An AF1 league team playing at Frontwave Arena, committed to delivering high-energy competition and family-friendly entertainment while investing in youth programming and community partnerships across Oceanside.

Charlene's Dance N Cheer

A mobile youth enrichment program serving San Diego County, offering cheerleading, dance, musical theater, and early childhood learning instruction across dozens of community locations.

Vernon Pertelle

The managing partner of the Oceanside Bombers, who has personally experienced the programs Charlene's Dance N Cheer offers through the City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation Department.

Charlene

The founder of Charlene's Dance N Cheer, whose goal is to bring studio-quality, community-based programs to where families already are.

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What they’re saying

“I have experienced firsthand the professionalism, fun, and entertainment of the programs Charlene Dance and Cheer conducts through the City of Oceanside Parks and Recreation Department. My two toddlers participated in the Tiny Tots and Toddler Tiny Tots programs, slime camp, science camp, and the gymnastics and hip-hop dance programs. I am extremely grateful to have Charlene's team available to help enrich the lives of my two sons.”

— Vernon Pertelle, Managing Partner, Oceanside Bombers (EINPresswire.com)

“Our goal has always been to bring studio-quality, community-based programs to where families already are—helping kids build confidence, coordination, and teamwork while having a great time. Partnering with the Oceanside Bombers in the AF1 league allows us to connect that growth to an unforgettable game-day experience at Frontwave Arena.”

— Charlene (EINPresswire.com)

“We're excited to welcome new participants through pregame clinics, and we can't wait to entertain Bombers fans with special performances throughout the season.”

— Charlene (EINPresswire.com)

What’s next

The partnership will begin with pregame youth clinics and community outreach programs in the coming months, leading up to the start of the Bombers' season at Frontwave Arena.

The takeaway

This partnership demonstrates the Oceanside Bombers' commitment to engaging the local community, particularly youth, through interactive sports and entertainment experiences. By collaborating with Charlene's Dance N Cheer, the team is creating new avenues for kids to get involved in the game-day experience and showcase their talents in a professional setting.