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Competitive cheerleading is a physically demanding sport where teams perform routines that combine tumbling, stunts, dance, and pyramids. Cheerleaders compete against each other at local and regional competitions. Conditioning and body weight strength training are included in practice curriculum. Please note tumbling will not be taught by the coaching staff but will be assessed and performed by those with mastered skills. Requirements: No previous experience required, skill and maturity level evaluations will occur to place athletes into the proper competitive team structure and to maintain safety in team progression. This evaluation is made by the competitive team coaching staff. Mandatory two to three day a week practices. Minimum forward roll preferred with progression to, but not limited to, hip overhead rotational skills such as back walkovers and back handsprings. Mandatory attendance of three to four competitive events with up to a 3.5 hour drive. Hotel travel may be required at long-distance competitions. Additional out of program gymnastic training preferred. Practice location: Community facilities to be determined. Start date: August 11, 2025 and will end in February. Information: A.J. Adams, 410-313-1689 or aadams@howardcountymd.gov
REFUND POLICY: A $29 administrative fee applies to all refund requests made prior to July 19. A 50% administrative fee applies to requests made July 19-August 26. No refunds after August 26th.
Option 2: Fall/Winter Cheer Competitive Team: Registration deadline – July 28th, 2025
• Activity Number RP5304.510
• Minimum age 8
• August 2025 – March 2026 commitment
• Price: Initial $200 fee will be due at registration, there will be an additional fee(s) issued at the season start date. (includes bi-weekly practices for fall and winter and 4-5 competitions)
• A uniform will be provided to athletes to borrow
• Mandatory Practices will start the week of August 11th at Gary J. Arthur Community Center / Bushy Park ES
o Teams will practice 2-3 days per week.
o Practice times will be communicated once space has been secured.
o Competitions cheer will practice Tuesday and Thursday and every other Sunday.
• Team placements will be announced in July – Not sure when this process takes place for you
• Athletes are strategically placed on teams based on age, skill level, positive attitude, and the overall needs of the team after completing a skills evaluation. It is imperative that our parents/guardians trust our directors when it comes to team placement and ensuring that we create the most positive and successful experience for everyone involved.
• Athletes will perform at Warhawks football games in addition to their competition schedule.
• Attendance for practice is mandatory. Poor attendance may result in removal from the squad.
• Competition schedule will be announced in the fall. In order to be on the Competition Squad, the cheerleader must be available for all competition dates.
• Tumbling instruction will NOT be offered
EQUIPMENT: Each athlete will be issued a uniform. A $250 deposit check will be required at uniform checkout. Each athlete must provide: bloomers, bodysuit, shoes, and hair bow for an additional cost.
Volunteers are needed for coaching, assistant coaching, web site assistance, team admin, and other committees. Prompt drop off and pickup of child/children at recreational programs is mandatory. Late fees will be accessed for late pick-ups as outlined in the parent manual. Information: A.J. Adams, 410-313-1689 or aadams@howardcountymd.gov.
REFUND POLICY: A $29 administrative fee applies to all refund requests made prior to July 19. A 50% administrative fee applies to requests made July 19-August 26. No refunds after August 26th.
Option 2: Fall/Winter Cheer Competitive Team: Registration deadline – July 28th, 2025• Activity Number RP5304.510• Minimum age 8• August 2025 – March 2026 commitment• Price: Initial $200 fee will be due at registration, there will be an additional fee(s) issued at the season start date. (includes bi-weekly practices for fall and winter and 4-5 competitions)• A uniform will be provided to athletes to borrow• Mandatory Practices will start the week of August 11th at Gary J. Arthur Community Center / Bushy Park ESo Teams will practice 2-3 days per week.o Practice times will be communicated once space has been secured.o Competitions cheer will practice Tuesday and Thursday and every other Sunday.• Team placements will be announced in July – Not sure when this process takes place for you• Athletes are strategically placed on teams based on age, skill level, positive attitude, and the overall needs of the team after completing a skills evaluation. It is imperative that our parents/guardians trust our directors when it comes to team placement and ensuring that we create the most positive and successful experience for everyone involved.• Athletes will perform at Warhawks football games in addition to their competition schedule.• Attendance for practice is mandatory. Poor attendance may result in removal from the squad.• Competition schedule will be announced in the fall. In order to be on the Competition Squad, the cheerleader must be available for all competition dates.• Tumbling instruction will NOT be offered
EQUIPMENT: Each athlete will be issued a uniform. A $250 deposit check will be required at uniform checkout. Each athlete must provide: bloomers, bodysuit, shoes, and hair bow for an additional cost.Volunteers are needed for coaching, assistant coaching, web site assistance, team admin, and other committees. Prompt drop off and pickup of child/children at recreational programs is mandatory. Late fees will be accessed for late pick-ups as outlined in the parent manual.
Age Group/Camp
Youth
Skills
FA FY25
FA FY26
Location
County Community Facilties
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