Tryouts & Placements for Fall 2026
We are excited to announce tryouts for our Fall 2026 Competitive Cheer Season at Northside Cheer Academy.
Tryout Dates:
Sunday, April 12
Sunday, April 19
Below is the full schedule by grade level:
7th & 8th Grade
Practice & Preparation:
Wednesday, 4/1 (5:00–7:00pm)
Monday, 4/6 (5:00–7:00pm)
Wednesday, 4/8 (5:00–7:00pm)
Monday, 4/13 (5:00–7:00pm)
Wednesday, 4/15 (5:00–7:00pm)
Tryouts:
Sunday, 4/19 at 5:00pm
Fee: $150
5th & 6th Grade
Practice & Preparation:
Thursday, 4/2 (6:00–8:00pm)
Thursday, 4/9 (6:00–8:00pm)
Thursday, 4/16 (6:00–8:00pm)
Tryouts:
Sunday, 4/19 at 2pm
Fee: $100
What to Expect at Tryouts
When arriving at the gym, please have your athlete place their belongings in the designated cubbies or on the hooks and check in with the coach before class begins.
What to Wear
Athletes should come dressed in comfortable athletic clothing that allows them to move freely. Hair must be pulled back securely, and no jewelry is permitted. Clean cheer shoes are preferred, but clean gym shoes are also acceptable. Please note that outdoor shoes are not allowed on the mats or equipment.
Jumps
Athletes will perform:
- Toe Touch
- Hurdler
- Pike
- Specialty Jump Sequence
Tumbling
Athletes will showcase:
- Cartwheel
- Roundoff
- Back Walkover
- Standing Back Handspring
- Up to two specialty passes (if applicable)
Athletes are not required to have every tumbling skill listed. Tumbling classes and private lessons are available to help athletes continue progressing.
Choreography & Performance
Athletes will learn choreography during their practice sessions and perform it at tryouts. Judges will evaluate motions, technique, performance quality, and overall spirit.
