How Do You Learn Competitive Cheerleading & Dances?
While cheerleading originated as a way to show spirit and support for other athletic teams, it has developed into a competitive sport with squads and individuals competing for championship titles and prize money. At the high school level alone during the 2008-2009 school year, there were more than 4,700 competitive spirit squads with approximately 117,000 participants, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations. You too can become part of this sport by learning competitive cheerleading and dance. Take lessons. Enroll in dance classes to learn timing and rhythm as well as how to complete different types of dance moves. Find a dance class that teaches a variety of dance routines, since competitive dance competitions consist of exhibiting a choreographed routine. Participate in gymnastics to develop tumbling skills as well as increase your flexibility. Attend camps. Spend your summer attending competitive cheerleading and dance camps held at colleges and univer
