What are cheerleading tryouts like?

Question

Have you ever tryed out for cheerleading. Do you give them a cd and just start dancing like they show in the movies. Is it like people watching you like just on you. So how was it if you ever tried out?

Answer 1

I think the movies are very exaggerated! lol... My try-outs were nothing like the movies....

When I tried out for cheerleading, it was a 2 or 3 day stint. First, we met the captains and managers. Then, as a large group, we learned the school song and some misc. cheers. They mixed up the veterans and the rookies so there were more experienced cheerers around to help. The next day, we worked on jumps, kicks, that sort of thing. We were explained the basics of cheering (for example, the flyer is the person that is lifted up in stunting, the bases are the people that are, well, the bases, etc...) We didn't get into hardcore stuff, just kind of a taste of it.

For our tryouts, we were split into groups of 3 or 4 people. Usually, you will try out either individually or with a small group in front of the lead team (managers, captains, etc...) We had to do the school song, do a couple of misc. cheers (we didn't know which....they called out which to do) and we also did some misc. jumps. They also gave us a chance to do any tumbling. If you can tumble (ex. backflips, handsprings, etc...) you have a HUGE one-up on the other girls/guys. It shows you are flexible, and it will help in routines too. I made a Varsity squad without any tumbling, so it usually is not 100% necessary.

It really depends on the school you try out at, and if cheering is competitive there. When I joined, it was at a preppy school. It was popular, but not competitive. 3 or 4 years later, they became very competitive, and tumbling was more of a pre-req.

If you are interested, I would try to find out more information from your athletic office, or try and find some list of what you need to know for cheering try-outs. If you are trying out at a school, someone should know something.

And remember...all of the other girls are JUST as nervous as you! So if you mess up, don't sweat it! My big tip (coming from a fellow cheerleader) is SMILE SMILE SMILE!!!!!! My coach used to say, "Even if you mess up, people will be so mesmerized by your smile that they won't even notice." If you mess up, smile and keep going! Cheer loud! Smile big! And Have fun!!

GOOD LUCK!!!!! :)

P.S...If you go into try-outs knowing a little about cheerleading (ex. basic moves), you won't be as overwhelmed learning new material!

Answer 2

actually, it is usually about three days. the first day is conditioning and learning a dance routine. everyone is together, and you don't need to do your own unless they ask you once you are there. the second day is usually learning different cheers, jumps, and maybe some stunts. the third day is the actual tryouts. usually you perform in groups of 2-4. i know some coaches that made them perform by themselves, but if this isn't varsity or college, then probably not. it is actually a great time. good luck and have fun. work on your flexibility before you go. it will help you at tryouts.

Answer 3

can be depends some thay show u a cheer and want to u copy it and some d it where u bring a cd and show then what u got.. and yes i have tried out. and i made it on the team. but i didnt want to join i just wanted to prove it dont matter who u are or what u look like cause i am ugly and was never popular

Answer 4

Yeah u got it 2 parts

you dance for them, anything on a CD

and they also give us a few cheers at first that they demonstrate and then you have to repeat on your own

they watched us both alone and in groups....

try it, it's so fun and great exercise!!!

Answer 5

Popularity contest. The teachers try their best to keep them from being that way. The effort is to get good talent, but let's face it... if the girls don't get along... they don't work well.

It is a popularity contest... sorry.

Answer 6

In order to try out for pro cheer squads, you have to prepare yourself mentally, physically and socially. Pro cheerleading squads are looking for the best of the best. Be prepared to possibly compete against over 1,000 girls of varying experience for only a handful of openings. Painstaking restrictions are often placed on squad members' professional and private lives in order to avoid scandal or gossip.

Call the squad or visit their website. Try to get any and all literature on their tryouts, requirements, physicals, rules and regulations, tryout prep classes offered, and any other clinics or information they may have available.

Study up on the squad you are auditioning for. Learn their dance style, any difficult moves, any jumps or leaps, and the types of music they perform to. Try taping performances when possible so you can try learning some of their dances and any unique jazz walks they may use.

If the squad offers clinics or competitions, try to attend them so you get a chance to work with the squad first hand. If they offer prep classes for their tryouts, TAKE them!

Find out the complete tryout curriculum so you know exactly what to prepare for. What types of dances will you be learning? Will there be a free style dance? Kickline? Are the splits required on both legs? Will there be an interview and, if so, what is the appropriate attire? An essay composition and, if so, about what? How long will the auditions last? What type of squads do they have (i.e. dance, promotional, travel)?

Appearances are considered extremely important for some pro cheer squads. If you are trying out for a squad that is known for placing looks high on their priority list, then read on... Work on getting "the look." The longer your hair, the better. I know girls that have lost their position on the squad to another based solely on the length of their hair. Invest in a good hair stylist to get a stylish hair cut. Try a few stylists the year before tryouts until you find one that can achieve the look you want.

Get a makeover from a good makeup artist. Tell them you want the glamorous look. You will want to wear waterproof makeup so you won't have blush streaks or mascara runs at tryouts. Wear makeup tastefully...don't allow yourself to look like a made up clown.

Have a "dress rehearsal" with hair curled, makeup done and required work out attire. Work up a good sweat so you can see how your hair, makeup and attire hold up.

Be well proportioned and physically fit enough to look stunning in the revealing uniforms. Be poised and confident.

Plan your attire for the entire audition period in advance. Find out what the required attire is. Typically it should be body hugging and supportive. Pick out styles and colors which are flattering and stylish.

If there is an interview, typically a stylish yet tasteful suit will suffice. Interviews may question you on things like why you want to be on the squad, willingness to relocate, your awareness of the demands and lifestyle changes, what you can contribute, your goals, you as a person, general knowledge about that particular cheer and sport organization, the squad's history, the NFL or NBA (or whatever league is applicable), and current events. They may throw in some questions to try to trip you up, so be prepared. They want to know that you can intelligently represent the squad during sometimes tough interviews with the media. Honesty and diplomacy are also important traits.

You will most likely have to introduce yourself to the judges at some time, so practice in front of a friend and a mirror

You may be asked to pose for an individual snapshot, so practice poses in front of a mirror.

Be prepared to learn a high energy kickline dance as well as a jazz dance.

Make sure you can pass the Kick the Hat test as well as perform the latest jazz moves and leaps in order to keep up with this caliber of dance. Criteria judges may focus on are poise,showmanship, dance technique, personal appearance, figure, personality, energy, high kicks, and the splits on both legs.

You may be asked to free style dance to top 40's music, so practice at home.

Often short dance and kickline sequences are taught in which you will only have ten or fifteen minutes to perfect the moves, depending on your number. The key here is to smile and, if you make a mistake, do not under any circumstance lose your cool. The judges utilize this format in order to see how you perform under pressure.

Dance and kick sequences are usually performed in front of the judges in small groups.

Finalists may be asked to perform a short (around two minutes) individual talent presentation to your own music like singing, dancing, a combination of those or a dramatic interpretation. Judges look for creativity, ability, and talent. You are typically allowed to wear whatever costume you wish to compliment and enhance this performance.

Finalists may also be required to submit a personal essay composition.

Items you may need to bring to auditions: drivers license or passport for identification, extra workout attire (in case what your are wearing tears or gets soiled), a water bottle, a towel, lunch and snacks, make-up for touching up, curling iron, etc.

Answer 7

they super fun and e-mail me if u got any more questions about cheerleading e-mail me at [e-mail]

Answer 8

They are just as they are depicted in Bring it On....

Answer 9

heavy competition...

Answer 10

if your me horrific,you no idea