It’s spring, which means prepping for tryout season for our all stars! (Update: Accepting athletes through July 2018) But a lot of people, don’t really know what that means. All Star is a division of cheerleading; ran and organized by the United States All Star Federation (USASF). Our owner is on field staff with the USASF, and our coaches are credentialed to the level they coach through the USASF as well. All of our competetive members also join the USASF and have access to age verification, scholarships, leadership opportunities, and more.<\/p>\n
Cheer is our favorite sport for so many reasons! One thing that is great for our athletes is the variety of skills taught and mastered. All Star Cheer focuses on the athleticism, teamwork, balance and strength. Through stunting, athletes are asked to lift and toss each other through the air while demonstrating focus, coordination, synchronization, and flexibility at all levels. It also requires a high understanding and growing focus on tumbling by the team. This pushes athletes past the individual and into synchronization speed, technique, supporting each other and truly growing as a team! Athletes are also asked to jump high, demonstrate speed, strength, and flexibility while remaining synchronized to their group. The last major skill performed is the dance. Unlike any other dance; all star dance sections are fast paced, variable throughout the team, and include intricate formation changes, level changes, floor work, footwork, synchronization and more. So here’s a run down of our current cheer offerings at Ideal for athletes at all levels!<\/p>\n
These athletes are our full season (10-11 month) competitive teams. They are our highest level of commitment, both in time and finances. They utilize the summer for skill building, August\/September for choreography and start competing in October! Teams are made based primarily on age, followed by skill level. The youngest team is Tiny Novice, and for athletes 3-6. There is also a Tiny division for those 5-6 looking for a little more skill then their counter-parts. Mini division is for athletes 8 and under, Youth is for those 11 and under, Juniors are 14 and under while Seniors are between 11-18. All Star Elite teams will compete in Minneapolis 3-5 times throughout the season as well as a local showcase in March. Depending on their age, some may even travel in the spring. For season six (2018\/2019); Youth, Junior and Senior team athletes will have the opportunity to travel to southern California in March or April.<\/p>\n
This year we will be offering a half season, prep team. Our goal is to offer two options, an elementary school team and a middle school team. Teams are dependent on enrollment. These groups will start in October, participate in one Minneapolis competition in February, and perform at our showcase in March. They will have a lower financial commitment than our full all star elite athletes, but will still participate in the overall “all star” experience. They will participate at one of our favorite events, WOW Factor Sports. Be sure to follow us on Facebook (choose to “see first” so you never miss a post), and join our mailing list to get the latest updates and news when we start promoting athletes for prep!<\/p>\n
Our lowest time\/financial commitment is our Winter Performance Team! This will be our second annual performance team, starting in January and performing only at our showcase in March. The total cost for performance team is $200, and includes all choreography, lessons, performance and a t-shirt. This team only practices once a week, and has varied in ages from 6-14. It is our goal to offer two different aged teams this season, a 6-9 and a 10+.<\/p>\n
The best way to get involved in cheer, without long term commitment is through our monthly recreational classes.\u00a0 From individual skill classes (tumbling, stunting, strength, flexibility, etc) to our cheer 101 there is something for everyone in classes. Cheer 101 is our recreational option that offers athletes a glimpse into the world of all star. Each week focuses on another skill set, and athletes learn a mini-routine to show off to their parents at the end of each month. The class is structured in a way that your athlete can take it as often as they would like, and still continue to learn and fine tune their skills! Plus, coming this fall FUNdamanetals will be a structured rec class that will replace our cheer 101 and offer a focus on the entry skills of all star, in a fun new way!<\/p>\n
The most convenient option for individual growth is through private lessons. Athletes will work directly with a coach towards specific goals. They will develop a plan and execute it in 3+ lessons spread out no more than bi-weekly. Private lessons can be done for any skill or goal, and may be done semi-private (shared with a friend at a similar level). We also offer stunt privates with coaches to assist flyers in their skills.<\/p>\n
Open Gyms<\/strong><\/p>\n Open gyms are our most flexible, low cost option for improvement within the program. They are a non-structured, two hour free time held most Friday nights in the gym! Please keep in mind that open gym is not a time to get individualized help, spots on skills, or specific feedback from coaches. It is meant to be an on-your-own opportunity to advance current skills or try new things with friends. While coaches are present, they are there to protect the safety of all athletes, and should not be individually instructing athletes. If you’re looking for something catered to your abilities and growth, we recommend a private lesson!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you’re ready to register for our current classes, or take the leap into All Star Elite, you can register now here<\/a>!<\/p>\n But no matter where you’re at now, be sure to follow us on Facebook (choose to “see first” so you never miss a post), and join our mailing list to get the latest updates and news when we start promoting athletes for prep!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n