Keep in mind, those receiving a $5 increase are only there one time per week and the kids on competitive teams are there 3 or more times per week. I know it's hard, I have 2 kids attending.
My kids have LOVED being there, and they are wonderful with the kids. Luckily, since we aren't competitive, the increase is small enough that we will absorb for our kids sake. If it's been a year, I'm sure employees were wanting raises too.