Posts filed under: Cheerleading

Cheerleading

When to perform dynamic v. static stretching and how to prevent injury

When it comes to tumbling and gymnastics, many athletes make the mistake of diving straight into practicing at home without properly preparing their body. One important aspect of preparation is...... Read More

How to improve your cheer jumps

Cheer jumps are a great way to show your flexibility and athleticism during cheerleading performances. For all star athletes, they’re also an opportunity to contribute to the scoresheet even if...... Read More

Why handstands are important in tumbling and gymnastics

Handstands are an important skill for gymnasts because they help to strengthen the core muscles, increase flexibility, and improve balance. Handstands also help to increase body awareness and provide gymnasts...... Read More

Bon Voyage: You deserve it!

They always say you’ll never find employees who will love your business as much as you do. I have never disagreed with this statement more than I do in this...... Read More

Mental Health v. Physical Safety: Which is more important for today’s children?

As parents, 2020 brought out one of the toughest decisions for many of us: Do we focus on our child’s mental and emotional health or do we focus on their...... Read More

When is my child ready to start classes?

There is nothing more exciting as a parent than seeing your toddler’s personality bloom! After the first birthday, we often see children starting to understand words, phrases and tones in...... Read More

5 Things Every Cheerleader Should Keep in Her Gym Bag or Cubby

There’s nothing that makes a coach happier than knowing their athletes are prepared. They’ve taken a few extra minutes to pack their gym bag and ensure they’ve got everything they...... Read More

Self-Bullying and How to Develop Healthy Habits for Your Child

Self-Bullying: How it Starts Imagine this.  You greet your 12-year-old athlete for their weekly private lesson. The warm up starts well and so does the warm-up tumbling. Then you get...... Read More

Warrensburg Athletes Build Character

As coaches, we’re preparing today’s youth to be tomorrow’s leaders. Leadership comes in many forms, and our athletes are not only reflections of those various forms, but they’re also an...... Read More

The Lowdown on Mental Blocks (Part 3)

This is the final part of a 3-part series about mental blocks. To read Part 1 and Part 2, click the associated links. The Perfectionist There are many different types...... Read More