I am a HS freshman, and the Varsity cheerleading coach (my history teacher) wants me to try out next year, because they need petite flyers. However tumbling is required to make Varsity. I have never cheerleaded in my life. I take a tumbling class but i only practice backhandsprings a little because its a big class. Tryouts are in 3 months. I go to tumbling once a week. What do you think i should do? I mean i want to be on the team but i dont really want to be on JV (which i would probably make), for personal reasons (i dont get along with some of the cheerleaders). What can i practice to help improve my backhandspring at home besides bridges and handstands? Please help i need to make a decision! Thanks!
2007-01-29 12:31:02 · 4 answers · asked by babygirlxo 2 in Sports ➔ Other - Sports
I am a Senior Varsity Cheerleader and here is my advice:
I think you should see if your gym offers private tumbling lessons. I took those and it helped a lot. They might be a little bit more expensive, but you will benefit from them better. If you don't get along with certain girls, just ignore them (trust me on this, i know from past cheering experience). Don't let them effect if you cheer or not. You can have a fun time if you are doing what you like to do. Just find some girls on the squad you do like and hang out with them.
Hope this helps and good luck!
Love <3
2007-01-29 12:40:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a past high school and college cheerleader, and current cheer coach, I had to reach out to you with some advice.
First and foremost, do not let an amature spot you at home. This is something that a qualified instructor should be helping you with. One error and you could paralyze yourself.
Check with your local gym and ask what their rates are for private tutoring. Tell them what your goals are and what you expect to learn. Also let them know what your time frame is. You shouldn't have any trouble mastering a backhandspring in 3 months with the proper assistance.
As far as the personal issues go, it is very unfortunate that some girls choose to conduct themselves in such a manner as to taint the reputation of the entire squad. Whatever the case may be, go in with an open mind and don't let anyone bully you into submission as far as cheering goes. If you love the sport of cheerleading, you can overcome most any obstacle.
Best of Luck to you!
2007-01-31 08:25:06 · answer #2 · answered by coachls 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay what you need is someone to spot you at home. That is the only way your are going to get enough practice to feel comfortable attempting a backhandspring on your own. Back walkovers would also help you with getting your legs over your head. I cheered for 4 years and I found that having a spotter at home helped me out a lot with not only backhandsprings but with back tucks also. Also if you have a trampoline at home that REALLY helps! But if not, find someone that will spot you, and help you practice until you are comfortable enough with your handspring. :)
2007-01-29 20:38:43 · answer #3 · answered by Chemists Have Solutions* 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't have someone spot you at home that is a good way to get hurt see if your gym offers private lessons and look into a smaller class at the same level or just another class, stretching can help with your backhandspring especially your shoulders or back.
Be Careful and good luck!!
2007-01-29 22:22:41 · answer #4 · answered by ♥ Sam ♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋