What are the requirements for cheerleading?

-what do u need to know? what are the basics for cheerleading so u know what to do when u try out! what is a try out like ?You have to be pretty flexible with strong arms.

You have to have good listening skills.



They start off with you stretching, so follow the instructor or head cheerleader, whomever is calling out the commands. You stretch your legs, your arms, sometimes do jumping jacks, and sometimes do the left and right split.



Then they have you line up with the rest of the girls and put you in block formation in rows so that they can see everyone. They usually have the former cheerleaders up in front as an example, so you know what to do when they ask.



Then it's usually arm techniques, where they have you do high V's, make you hold your arms strong for long periods of time with your hands in somewhat of a fist.



Then they might have you learn a cheer and you you learn to yell from your diaphragm.



They'll probably have you do basic commands and cheer moves.



They'll also probably have a dance section where you learn a dance routine to show if you're good enough for the team, so be prepared to dance.



They might make you do toe touches, not a guarantee though.



And of course you work out.



Overall, bring lots of water, have your hair up and out of your face (it's usually a must, with no bangs in your face), wear work out clothes, have great energy, listen well, make friends, and have fun!



It's a great experience and it's okay to be nervous! You'll feel a lot better once your done with day one of try outs.



Good luck, hope I helped!