If your team is considering attending a cheerleading camp, you are probably aware of the many options out there. Which camp should you choose? Take a look at your team. What level are they at? What are their strengths and weaknesses? Where could they use improvement? What are your goals for your team? What are you hoping to get out of the cheer camp experience? Once you have answered these basic questions, it is time to start searching for possible cheer camps. Here is a guide to help you in selecting the best cheerleading camp for your team.Cheerleading Camp Types:
Resident camps – Attending these cheerleading camps involves staying at the camp location day and night for an extended period.
Commuter camps – These cheer camps will require participants to travel to the camp on a daily basis for the length of the camp dates.
Day camps – Day camps are held for one day only.
Clinics – These cheerleading camps usually involve the instructors coming to the location of the team.
Cheerleading Camps for Cheer Squad types:
All-stars – The most demanding type, all-star cheerleading camps focus on more advanced skills and will be more intense than the other camps.
Scholastic – These cheer camps are going to focus on the skills used for cheerleading in schools and colleges.
Recreation – Teams that cheer for recreation, or are looking for a more relaxed and fun camp should consider this type.
Co-ed – Not all cheerleading camps offer programs for co-ed teams so this is very important to consider when choosing where to go if you have a co-ed team.
Factors to Consider:
Curriculum – Take a close look at what each camp offers and whether it meets the needs of your cheerleading team. Consider yourteam’s skill levels, what the camp emphasizes, and how your team will benefit from each. Does your cheer team need to further their jumping or stunting skills? Are you just in need of fresh ideas for routines and cheers? Does yoursquad need more emphasis on team building?
Location or Travel – Some cheer camps may be close by and some will be further away. Consider the location, especially for commuter camps, as this can be an obstacle for some team members.
Cost – Expensive is not necessarily better so do research and consider only those camps that are truly affordable for your cheer team. Plan ahead of time and do some fundraisers to help with costs as well.
Dates – Cheerleading camp dates will vary, as the length of camp does too. Look for a camp that is held at a time that is feasible for your team.
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