Competitive cheer programs require a high level of dedication, with seasons often lasting 9-11 months and involving 1-2 practices per week, intense training, and 5-9 weekend competitions. Leading to state and Nationals.

Key areas include mandatory attendance, skill-based evaluations (tumbling/stunting), financial commitment for uniforms, travel, and a 2:30 minute routine focusing on stunts, tumbling, and dance.

Long Season: June - February.

Short Season: September - January

End of January (MCCA State Comp)

Then Nationals

Long Season

Typically 9 months, often starting with summer training and concluding in early spring/late winter.

Short Season

Typically 5 months, often starting with fall training and concluding in late winter.

Are there tryouts? Yes! Selections on the team placement are based on a skill level and scores. The best part: NO CHEER EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED!

Tryouts for Long-Season Athletes:

May 18th & May 19th. 4:30pm - 7:00pm.

Requirements vary by level, but generally include standing & running tumbling (e.g., back tucks), stunting ability, and jumps.

Do I need experience? While helpful, we also have beginner levels that teach foundations.

Evaluations determine placement on competitive teams.

How long is the season? Typically 9-11 Months, often starting with summer training and concluding in early spring/late winter.

Are practices mandatory? Yes. Routines rely on every member being present to practice stunts and pyramids.

How often do you practice? Typically 1-2 times a week for 1.5-2 hours a week.

How many competitions? Teams usually attend 5-9 competitions per season, often involving weekend travel.

What is judged? Routines are scored on difficulty, execution, technique, and creativity in stunts, pyramids, jumps, and tumbling.

Do I need to be able to stunt? Yes, but positions (flyer, base, back spot) are determined by coaches based on size, strength, and experience.

What is included in my tuition?

Comp fees, practice-space rentals, safety equipment, staff, administrative, uniforms (short-season only).

What else will I have to pay for?

Uniforms (long-season), travel, etc.

What gear is needed?

Uniforms, and specific (Clean & white) cheer shoes.