Cheerleading is comprised of people working as a team, called cheerleaders, to accomplish organized routines which include activities including dance, jumps, tumbling, stunting, and cheers. Usually performed during sporting events in order to direct fans in their own cheers, cheerleading is also performed during cheerleading competitions. The first cheerleading squad is noted as having been Princeton University's squad made up of only males in 1877.
Recommended Resources
The American Cheer Express (ACE) website has a wealth of resources to help you become a better cheerleader. ACE also runs summer cheer leading camps where you can improve your skills such as stunts, cheers and dances. The website also has fitness advice for cheerleaders.
http://www.americancheer.com
American Cheer Power organizes many cheerleading and dance competitions within the United States, and sponsors one contestant per competition. Also offers a number of summer camps, each of which includes warm-ups, strength conditioning, team and leadership training and new routines. Displays candid photo gallery of contestants, coaches, and parents.
http://www.cheerpower.com/
A cheerleading and dance academy based in Crystal Lake, Illinois. Students will be placed in a team which fits their current skill level. View online events calendar and class schedule. Private lessons, summer camps and clinics are available.
http://www.cheerfusion.com/
The CheerExpo Nationals is 2-day event where cheerleaders, gymnasts and dancers compete to represent Canada in The Cheerleading & Dance Worlds. A great opportunity to connect with other competitors, and meet representatives from dance and cheerleading companies.
http://www.cheerexpo.com/
