Nov. 11, 2012 : All Star Venom / Eastern Bays Try-Outs

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 10:38:38 +1200

All Star and its coaches are completely passionate and committed to cheerleading and the All Star brand – which is why you can trust us to deliver on all our promises!!!

Please read the following information carefully so that you are fully aware of the dedication, commitment and financial obligations of all cheerleaders once they make a team.

Commitment

All scheduled practices, events and competitions are mandatory. A huge amount of commitment is required from those wishing to be a part of any elite team. Cheerleading is a team sport and if one team member is away formations, pyramids, stunts and various parts of the routine can not be practiced and this effects the entire team. Therefore it is important that you make cheerleading one of your highest priorities, if you commit to taking a place on one of our elite teams.

We understand that different things may come up from time to time that will conflict with our schedule. We understand during school holidays that vacations and family outings are important. However, we ask that you try to work these around our scheduled breaks. Where this is not possible please advice your head coach in writing at least 1 month in advance (if possible) to allow coaches to make alterations to the schedule or the necessary adjustments. However, excessive absences will not be tolerated and may result in dismissal from the team.

The practice schedule 3 months prior to travel and any month before a competition may become more frequent. Absences during these times will not be tolerated and will result in dismissal from the team.

During training all cheerleaders are expected to be self motivated and committed for the duration of the practice this includes Cheernastics classes. Experience from previous trips has taught us that having the right team attitude towards team members, coaches and practices is paramount to having a successful team. Therefore, any attitude issues or failure to perform may result in cheerleaders being asked to leave the team. We are asking for a huge commitment from cheerleaders and parents – this is not something to be taken lightly so please think very carefully about whether you can give this sort of commitment before accepting a position on the team.

Holiday & Workshop Programs: Will be advised during each term if and when available, whilst not compulsory; it is recommended that Elite Cheerleaders attend these to improve their skills. Holiday Programs are important to keep Athletes Fit and in Peak Condition.

TEAM LEVELS

TEAM LEVEL

CHEER SKILLS / EXPERIENCE

MINIMUM TUMBLING REQUIREMENTS

TUMBLING REQUIREMENTS

(To Max Out Score Sheet)

Level 1 B

Beginner All Star Level

Basic Cheer Skill Knowledge

No Tumbling Skills Required

Forward & Backward Rolls

Cartwheels

Level 1 +

Beginner All Star Level

Basic Cheer Skill Knowledge

Forward & Backward Rolls

Cartwheels & Handstand

Working towards Front & Back Walkovers

Forward & Backward Rolls

Cartwheels

Front & Back Walkovers

Level 2

Previous Cheer Experience

Level 1+ Jump & Motion Technique/Knowledge

Base Extension & Low Lib

Standing Back Handspring

Round off Back Handspring Series

Cartwheel Back Handspring

Back Walkover Back Handspring

Front Walkover Round Off Back Handspring Series

Level 3

Previous Competitive Cheer Experience

Intermediate Jump & Motion Technique/Knowledge

Base Extended Lib

Toe Touch Back Handspring series

Round Off Back Tuck

Standing Back Handspring Step Out and/or Front Walkover Round Off Back Handspring Back Tuck

Level 4

Previous Competitive Cheer Experience

Advanced Jump & Motion Technique/Knowledge

Base inversions & full ups

Standing Back Tuck

Standing Back Handspring Back Tuck

Round off Back Handspring Layout

Standing Back Handspring Series Layout

Running Whip Passes and/or

Punch Fronts Ending in a Layout

FLYING POSITIONS

Cheerleaders trying out for a “flying” position will be required to show flexibility and body positions on the ground. Body positions required for a “flying” position must include a “heel stretch”, a “bow & arrow”, a “scorpion” and a “scale”. Flyers must master all body positions before being considered for a flying position in the program.

TEAM PLACEMENT

We often are asked “What skill do I need or will my daughter make a certain team?” There is no simple to answer to this as we look at a number of different factors when putting our teams together. If you have the tumble requirements set out above the answer is normally pretty easy – you will make the team that best fits your tumble ability. In other words if you want to be on the level 4 team and you don‟t have a standing back tuck then you are unlikely to make that team. Of course, we take into consideration the possibility of attaining that skill. Tumbling is a major factor in placing members on a team, but competition score sheets are made up of several sections that we also consider, such as: jumps, performance ability, cheer skills and stunt technique. It is important for each member to work on all of these areas for the tryout.

There are a few exceptions to this rule. Experience, age, and stunting ability have to be taken into consideration when placing cheerleaders on a squad. Stunting is normally a big factor when we make our decisions – we look at how many team members we have on the team and how many back bases, side bases & flyers we need. For example if it is a team of 12 we will only put 3 flyers on the team, 3 back bases and 3 sets of side bases that are relatively the same size that we know will stunt well together. We do our very best to make sure everyone is placed on a team that they will enjoy. We base our decisions on what is best for the cheerleader and the team.

TEAM NOTIFICATION

Please note that athletes are not guaranteed a spot on any particular team. However, we do aim to place all athletes in the team we think they will reach their fullest potential. If you have any questions regarding team placement please email ecb@allstarcheerleaders.co.nz .

TRYOUTS – What to Expect

The All Star staff will conduct an individual or group evaluation. The evaluation is very informal, we will ask each Cheerleader to execute the following depending on their individual experience:

Standing Tumbling

Running Tumbling

Jumps

Motion Sequence

Fitness

The tryout is an evaluation and is not based on a specific scoring process. We take notes during the private tryout regarding each athlete‟s technique in executing the above skills. Each level of our program REQUIRES minimum skills as described above.

Level 1 Semi-Elite Teams Available:

It’Z Bit’Z Spiderz Level 1+ 6 – 8 Years

Training times: Wednesdays 4.00 – 7.00pm

Coach(s): Jaz & Catherine

Cost: $250.00 per Term

Uniform: Semi Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps and basic – intermediate tumble ability

Recommendation: Summer Camp 2013

Stingrayz Level 1+ 8 - 11 Years

Training times: Fridays 4.00 – 7.00pm

Coach(s): Claire & Emily

Cost: $250.00 per Term

Uniform: Semi Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps and basic – intermediate tumble ability

Recommendation: Summer Camp 2013

Mantarayz Level 1+ 10 - 14 Years

Training times: Fridays 5.30 – 8.30pm

Coach(s): Mel & Emily

Cost: $250.00 per Term

Uniform: Semi Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps and basic – intermediate tumble ability

Recommendation: Summer Camp 2013

Eaglerayz Level 1+ 14+ Years

Training times: Wednesdays 5.30 – 8.30pm

Coach(s): Jaz & Catherine

Cost: $250.00 per Term

Uniform: Semi Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps and basic – intermediate tumble ability

Recommendation: Summer Camp 2013

Pythonz Level 1+ Open Age – Must Commit To Travel Overseas November 2012

Training times: Tuesdays 6.00 – 7.30pm in addition to Standard Semi-Elite or Elite Team Training

Coach(s): Claire & Catherine

Cost: $** per Term - POE

Uniform: Semi Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps and must have sound Level 1+ Tumble and working towards Level 2 tumble ability

Recommendation: Summer Camp 2013

Level 2 Elite Teams Available:

Rattlerz Level 2 JR age

Training times: Mondays and Thursdays 4.30pm -7.30pm

Coach(s): Mel & Claire

Cost: $370.00 Per Term

Uniform: Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps/tumble and a back walkover

Compulsory: Summer Camp 2013

Scorpionz Level 2 Open age

Training times: Mondays and Thursdays 6.00pm – 9.00pm

Coach(s): Mel & Claire

Cost: $370.00 Per Term

Uniform: Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps/tumble and a back walkover

Compulsory: Summer Camp 2013

Level 3 Elite Teams Available:

Cobraz Level 3 Open age – Strictly Invitation & Try-Out Only

Training times: Thursdays 5.30 – 7.30pm & Saturdays 1.30 – 3.30pm + Additional Hours*

Coach(s): Mel & Claire

Cost: $370.00 Per Term

Uniform: Elite Uniform + Competition and Training Ribbon

Requirements: A high quality of motions/jumps/tumble and a Back Handspring

Compulsory: Travel Overseas 2012 & Summer Camp 2013

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Nov. 11, 2012 : All Star Venom / Eastern Bays Try-Outs