Chelsea attended Vicki Jo's School of Dance in Miamisburg and participated in both dance and acrobatics classes for five years. Hand 2 Hand introduced her to acrobatic gymnastics at the age of 10 and she soon joined a trio as a level 10 "flyer". During her junior high years, Chelsea played basketball for the undefeated Miamisburg Lady Vikings. As a freshman, she joined the Miamisburg High School gymnastics team, where she placed 5th at the District meet, which qualified her for state competition. She also contributed to the 2nd place finish of the team, which enabled them to finish 10th at the state level. Chelsea is currently a senior at Miamisburg High School , and in addition to being on the gymnastics team, she is a senator for student government and on the honor roll.