bpa cheerleader tryouts 2014

BPA CHEERLEADER TRYOUTS 2014
With over 100 regional, national and international awards in cheerleading and dance, The Black
Panthers Allstars are amongst the best cheerleaders and dancers in the country. Our current age
range is from 2 to 28 and no experience is necessary to try out.
The try out process is very casual and fun! The athletes demonstrate Jumps, Tumbling Skills and
Choreography. They meet the staff and new friendships are formed. Athletes are evaluated in
groups and we encourage the best from everyone.
Everyone is placed on a team no matter what! After try outs, our staff will create teams based on
their discretion. Many key elements will factor into this decision, keep in mind all BPA teams are
built to compete at a high level.
We can’t wait for you to experience it for yourself, to truly understand the dynamics, excitement
and success of our BPA Family!
BPA Cheerleading and Dance Tryouts 2014
Sunday 31st August
Hawks Gymnastics Centre (BS5 6DH)
MINI
8 and Under
2.00pm till 3.00pm
YOUTH
11 and Under
3.15 till 4.15pm
JUNIOR
14 and Under
4.30pm till 5.30pm
SENIOR
15 and Above
7.00 till 8.00pm
TEAMS AND PLACEMENT
This season we hope to have 6 cheerleading teams separated by age and levels.
There may be athletes on any given team that tumble at a different level than the rest of their
teammates. We try to match up the athletes by level as best we can, but please remember that
stunting, pyramids, jumps, dance, motions, and age are huge factors as well. Some will be stronger
tumblers than others. Some will contribute more with stunts than others. We chose our team based
on the positions that we need to fill (Bases, flyers, tumblers, etc.) Every athlete is on the team for a
reason — please trust the staff. Our teams have always done very well.
TEAM ANNOUNCEMENTS
Your athlete placement will be emailed to you and teams will be announced on our website and
social media pages on Tuesday 2nd September.
TRYOUT CHECKLIST
Please ensure you come to try outs with the following
Copy of Birth Certificate or ID (this is needed for ALL cheerleaders including returning ones)
£5 Try out fee
Athlete Information Form
Head Shot/School Picture (or we can take one on the day)
Completed Parent/Cheerleader/Financial Agreement Form
ABOUT BPA CHEER AND DANCE TEAMS
CHEER TEAMS
All training will take place on a Sunday at Hawks Gym, which has some of the best gymnastic
facilities in Bristol. Training will involve athletes learning how to stunt, jump, dance, cheer and
tumble in preparation for shows, events and competitions.
Team Names
Level
Training Times
Training Location
Jet
Midnight
Storm
Eclipse
Black Ice
Onyx
Mini Level 1
Youth Level 2
Junior Level 2/3
Junior Level 4
Senior Level 2/3
Senior Level 4
Sundays 12.30 till 1.30
Sundays 12.30 till 3.00
Sundays 2.00 till 4.30
Sundays 3.30 till 6.00
Sundays 5.00 till 7.30
Sundays 6.30 till 9.00
Hawks Gym
11 Roman Road
Bristol
BS5 6DH
JAZZ/POM DANCE TROUPES
Our Pom dance programme has been extremely successful for the last few seasons. We hope to
continue in our successes. All members of BPA Pom and Jazz troupes will train to a very high level,
learning the technique, flexibility and showmanship required to create these dynamic routines.
All Jazz/Pom dancers will be entering a jazz routine and a pom dance routine in the competitions
listed on the competition page (Except Paris) alongside our cheerleading programme. Each dancer
will be required to purchase a competition outfit for jazz and pom (pom dance will remain the same
as previous season).
Team
Training Times
Location
Pom/Jazz
(All Ages)
Fridays 6.00pm till 8.00pm
(All Ages)
Emersons Green Village Hall
BS16 7AP
HIP HOP TROUPES
Our hip hop troupes will enter all of the competitions listed (excluding Paris) as well as at least 1
other competition too. Details of the extra competition will be released in September.
Each Dancer will need to purchase a dance competition outfit.
Team
Training Times
Location
Youth Hip Hop
Senior Hip Hop
Fridays 5.00pm till 6.00pm
Fridays 8.00pm till 9.00pm
Emersons Green Village Hall
BS16 7AP
STUNT GROUPS
This season we hope to have a Youth level 3, Junior level 4, Senior level 4 and Senior level 5 stunt
groups. We aim to achieve exciting, strong, competitive routines. Stunt groups will enter every
competition listed above. There are only 20 places on these teams. Coaches will decide on groups
from the athletes who specify they want to be a part of a stunt routine.
Team
Training Times
Location
Stunt Groups
(All Ages)
Tuesdays 7.30pm till 9.00pm
(All Ages)
Hawks Gym
BS5 6DH
TUMBLING
All athletes are encouraged to attend tumbling each week, but it is mandatory for all level 4 athletes.
Team
Training Times
Location
Tumble
(All Groups)
Tuesdays 6.00pm till 7.15pm
(All Ages)
Kingswood Gymnastics Centre
BS15 8DB
PRIVATE LESSONS AND DUOS/TRIOS
If you are interested in private lessons or taking part in a solos/duo or a trio, please indicate on your
Athlete form. The head coach will contact you with a schedule after tryouts.
COMPETITIONS FOR THE 2014 – 2015 SEASON
Please take a look at the list below and
make a note of all of the dates. More
information will be sent out closer to the
dates. In September we will send out all
due dates for payments and confirmed
dates for the entire competition season.
BCA WESTERN CLASSICS 2015
28th February – 1st March
Westpoint Arena, Exeter
Cheer teams compete on the Saturday and Dance and Stunt teams compete on the Sunday.
FC BRINGS IT ON IN PARIS (For Level 4 teams, Optional for others)
26TH – 30TH March 2014
Disneyland Paris
£350 per person (this is a guide price)
This price covers 4 nights accommodation, travel, comp entry, breakfast and park entry for 5 days.
This fee can be reduced through fundraising. (more details on fundraising to follow). If every
member of stunt teams of cheer teams are also able to come, these will be entered into the
competition also.
BCA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2015
4th and 5th April 2015
Telford International Centre
Normally at this event, cheer teams compete on the Saturday and Dance and Stunt teams compete
on the Sunday.
LEGACY CHEER AND DANCE INSPIRE GREATNESS COMPETITION
9th and 10th May 2015
University of Bath
More details to follow
LEGACY CHEER AND DANCE LIVE YOUR LEGACY
27th and 28th June 2015
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
London
More details to follow
FC ON THE BEACH (BOURNEMOUTH)
11th and 12th July
More details to follow
COMPETITION EXPENSES
Competition entry prices vary competition to competition, but in general are up to £40 for your first
entry, then around £20 per every extra category. If your child is only a member of the cheerleading
team, entry will be roughly £35 - £40. If the athlete is a member of dance, a stunt team, or a solo or
duo, this will increase by £20 per every extra entry.
PROGRAM COSTS
TUTION
Tuition is paid monthly per athlete for all teams. It is due on the 1st of the month or at the first
training session of each month.
Cheerleading Teams
Pom/Jazz
Hip Hop
Stunt Groups
Private lessons
£35 per month (Mini £20)
£35 per month
£30 per month
£30 per month
From £25 per hour
All classes train between 1
hour and 2.5 hours weekly. At
times, we lengthen the
practice times at no extra cost.
For solos/duos and tumbling
DISCOUNTS
£10 discount for every extra programme an athlete takes part in
£3 discount on subs that are paid in online on the 1st of the month
Tumble classes on a Tuesday for £3! (rather than £5 for non allstars)
Sibling discounts are at 50% for your second, third athlete
Cheery Gift Vouchers will be given out for outstanding individuals throughout the season
Returning family incentive – a £20 referral fee will be credited for each new athlete you
bring to BPA who participates in the season. Credit will be applied from October subs.
Returning family incentive - £10 discount from season membership
OTHER EXPENSES
Season membership £30 to cover a number of things including insurance and a training tshirt. Due September 7th 2014
BCA Cheerleader Membership (from £5)
Other Optional Practice wear (will be on website soon)
Competition Uniform, there will be a number of second hand competition uniforms for sale.
Brand new uniforms will be £110
New Competition Hair Bow £15
New senior squad uniforms – more details to follow
Competition expenses (detailed below)
Travel expenses to practice, shows and competitions
FUNDRAISING
We will be fundraising throughout this
season. It is very important to attend these
fundraisers as it benefits the whole team as
well as individuals.
An array of events including bag packs at
super markets, showcases and parties will be
scheduled throughout the season to help raise
funds to lower costs for our cheerleaders by
subsidising travel, comp entries and
equipment for our athletes.
BPA will be developing a fundraising team
who will meet every other month.
If you have any ideas for fundraising or would like to be on the fundraising team, please email your
Head coach with your ideas and why you’d like to be a part of it.
PARENT/ATHLETE PROGRAMME POLICIES
If you need assistance or answers to
anything, please contact us!
We are committed to you and always
aim to provide the best customer
service to our BPA clients.
Do not make assumptions about
anything, always ask.
Attitude is everything. If an athlete
has a foul attitude, we will place
him/her into a non-competitive
position until improvements are
made.
All mobile phones must be turned off
or on silent once practice starts.
Respect the rules of the gymnasiums
and facilities we are in.
Do not bring items of value to
training. BPA is not responsible for
lost or stolen items.
Siblings of athletes cannot come
inside the gym to watch practice
unattended. An adult must supervise
them. We cannot baby-sit.
You cannot create or sell your own
BPA clothing. All ideas must be
emailed and approved by the Head
Coach.
Do not gossip about other teams,
parents or kids. Ask rather than listen
to
non-sense or engage
in
irresponsible conduct.
It is the parents/Senior Cheerleaders
responsibility to stay informed. Check
your email and our website regularly.
If you aren’t receiving emails, contact
the Head Coach ASAP. Each week you
should receive a newsletter.
Appropriate footwear must be worn
at practice.
A £15 fine or 15 minutes of
conditioning will be the result of an
unexcused absence.
Absences must be cleared by the head
coach at least 24 hours before
training.
Withholding your child from practice
cannot be used as a form of discipline.
This is unfair to the rest of the team.
Do not post negative comments, our
routines or music on message boards,
YouTube or on any website.
Always show good sportsmanship,
positive conduct and professionalism
at all competitions, shows and
practices.
No profanity or rude language.
Punctuality is a MUST to all practices,
competitions and functions.
If you are late or dressed incorrectly
you will have extra conditioning.
Practice schedules can change, e.g.
we often train for longer before
competitions.
Remove all piercings. This is nonnegotiable. This is a safety issue.
Feel free to talk to your coach about
anything. The line of communication
is always open!
However, there is an appropriate
time, email or text the head coach to
arrange an appointment or call back.
GLAM SQUAD
At every competition, we need a groups of parents to help ‘Glam Up’ our team, getting them
competition ready! If you’ve got experience in hair styling or Make-up or are pretty good at it, please
contact your head coach to be a part of our Glamourous Glam Squad. Every Glam Squad member
will get a free T-Shirt to be worn at competitions.
TEAM CAPTAINS
This season we will be offering cheerleaders the opportunity to be a ‘Team Captain’ for a cheer,
dance or stunt team. The role of this captain will be to assist in the progression of their given team,
be an extra source of team morale, count through different sections of the routine confidently, and
to assist the coaches in training and at events.
This opportunity is open to any Junior or Senior Cheerleader (aged 12 and above)
TEAM CAPTAIN TRYOUTS
Sunday 31st August
5.45 till 6.45
At Hawks Gym
Auditionees must prepare a 1 minute cheerleading or dance routine to perform at the tryout. They
will also have a short interview with the coaches.
Announcements of team captains will be made on Tuesday 2nd September, along with the squad
placement announcements.
Please email Sammi if you are interested in becoming a team captain.
PARENT/SENIOR CHEERLEADER COCKTAIL CLASS
Friday 12th September
From 6.30pm
Charlie’s Bar
£20 a head (£at least £5 per head will be going towards fundraising)
A glass of bubbly on arrival, and an opportunity to make 2 cocktails each (of course you can also
drink your handy work!)
Pay on arrival
For designated drivers or non drinkers – join the fun alcohol free for £10
TESTIMONIALS
‘Cannot believe how much my girls have
progressed and grown in confidence since they
joined in January. To take part in the BCA
National Competition and come away with a
Gold and Silver was absolutely amazing! I
couldn’t recommend it enough! Super proud
mummy moment, thank you to everyone at
BPA, coaches, cheerios and the whole BPA
Family!’
Lisa Carpenter, Youth Parent
‘I have been with BPA for almost 9 years and I
haven't enjoyed anything more in my life! I
have grown with BPA, they have helped me
gain confidence and be the person I am today.
Cheer is so much fun! Everyone is so
supporting and we are all just one big family!
Competitions are great because we get to
show off what we've worked so hard on to
achieve and every routine always looks
incredible!’
Charlie Lovell, Senior Cheerleader
CONTACT
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us!
Head coach – Sammi
07583726733
[email protected]
www.bpacheerleading.co.uk
BPA ATHLETE INFORMATION FORM
Communication is important to us at BPA. To help us keep in touch with you on a regular basis with
dates, information or in the event of an emergency, please fill out the form below. Your information
will be kept strictly confidential. Thank you.
ATHLETES FIRST NAME
LAST NAME
STREET ADDRESS
POSTCODE
BIRTHDATE
AGE AS OF AUGUST 31ST
ATHLETE’S MOBILE NUMBER
MOTHER OR FATHER’S MOBILE NUMBER
ATHLETE’S EMAIL
MOTHER OR FATHER’S EMAIL
SOCIAL MEDIA
TWITTER USERNAME
FACEBOOK USERNAME
At times, we take pictures/videos during practice, rehearsals and shows to use on our Twitter,
Facebook and Youtube pages as well as for use on our website.
Do you give permission for us to use photos of your athlete? Yes / No
SIGNATURE
RELATIONSHIP TO ATHLETE
ADDITIONAL TEAMS
Please write yes or no as to whether or not you would like to be considered for the following
programmes alongside cheerleading. Please note these will all have an extra monthly fee.
POM DANCE
JAZZ DANCE
HIP HOP
SOLO/DUO OR TRIO
STUNT GROUP
ADDITIONAL (LEVEL 4) CHEERLEADING TEAM
ATHLETE AGREEMENT
I, _____________________________________ (BPA Athlete) understand and agree to the following.
I must always show respect to my coaches, my teammates, event staff and other
cheerleaders at all practices, events and competitions
I agree to follow all of the athlete policies
I understand attendance is very important and that I must always notify my coach if I am
going to be missing a training session.
I understand that missing a session in the 2 weeks before a competition will mean I will not
be able to compete.
I understand I must be on time to all practices and events and be dressed appropriately
I will always try my hardest for myself and for my teammates
Cheerleaders Signature: _____________________________ Date: ___________
PARENT AGREEMENT
I, _____________________________________ parent of ___________________________________
understand and agree to the following. (If over 18 please sign yourself).
I understand that it is my role to stay informed and I must check my email, the website and
social media pages regularly
I agree to all of the parent/cheerleader policies of BPA
(participant if 18 or older) Parents Signature: _____________________________ Date: ___________
PARENT/CHEERLEADER FINANCIAL AGREEMENT
I, _____________________________________ parent of ___________________________________
understand and agree to the following.
I understand and agree that tuition payments are due on the 1st of every month
I understand the membership fee, uniform fee and competition fees and all additional costs
will be due on their exact dates
I understand I am subject to a late fee charge of £5 after the 15th of the designated month.
Excessive tardiness with payments will be grounds for my child not competing, and possible
dismissal from the team.
I Understand that taking part in fundraising events is important and can result in my
expenses for the season being reduced
(participant if 18 or older) Parents Signature: _____________________________ Date: ___________

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