The 5 Criteria Judges Really Care About I’ve spent over a decade immersed in the cheerleading world. I have studied judging rubrics and interviewed elite coaches. I have also analysed championship-winning routines.What I’ve learned is simple:Winning routines aren’t just clean they’re strategic, intentional, and ruthlessly built around the scoresheet. Whether you’re a seasoned coach orContinueContinue reading “Is Your Cheer Routine Competition ready?”
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How Successful UK Cheerleading Coaches Prepare for Next Season
As your team hits their final pose and the last 8-count echoes through the competition arena, take a moment. Breathe. Reflect. In that moment, it’s easy to get caught up in medals and results but what you’ve built this season goes far beyond a scoresheet. The most successful UK cheerleading coaches know this: the realContinueContinue reading “How Successful UK Cheerleading Coaches Prepare for Next Season”
The history of cheerleading in the United kingdom
Cheerleading in the UK has come a long way from its humble beginnings on the sidelines to standing proudly on the world stage. As someone who was not only a witness but an active part of this evolution, I’ve seen and contributed to the milestones that shaped our sport. In my latest article for CheerContinueContinue reading “The history of cheerleading in the United kingdom”
Coaching an Athlete Through a Mental Block: Step-by-Step guide
As a coach, one of the toughest challenges is watching an athlete struggle with a mental block. It’s frustrating to see them hold back, knowing they have the potential to succeed. Mental blocks often stem from fear, pressure, uncertainty, and that nagging inner voice saying, “You can’t do this.” But as their coach, you knowContinueContinue reading “Coaching an Athlete Through a Mental Block: Step-by-Step guide”
What do you need to become a cheerleading coach?
As a cheerleading expert and coach with over 18 years in the industry, I often get asked how to become a cheerleading coach. At Cheer From Head To Toe (CFHTT), we are dedicated to helping the UK cheer community excel. This guide will provide you with the essential steps and paperwork needed to become aContinueContinue reading “What do you need to become a cheerleading coach?”
Rewatch Worlds routines from 2023: Unity Black, Coventry Dynamite Ignite, Rising Star Midnight, Crimson Heat White Fang, Marshals Cheer Major 6, Bournemouth Elite Hail, Gymfinity Ladies of the Crown, SA Academy Crush, Vista Twisters and more
World Week is finally here, and we are thrilled! If you’re as excited as we are, drop a comment below to let us know which team you’ll be cheering on. why not rewatch your favourite UK teams’ performances from IASF Worlds 2023 to build up the excitement? Share with us which routine was your favouriteContinueContinue reading “Rewatch Worlds routines from 2023: Unity Black, Coventry Dynamite Ignite, Rising Star Midnight, Crimson Heat White Fang, Marshals Cheer Major 6, Bournemouth Elite Hail, Gymfinity Ladies of the Crown, SA Academy Crush, Vista Twisters and more”
Cheer teams near me : London addition
London boasts a vibrant and diverse cheerleading community, catering to enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a newcomer eager to dive into the world of cheer, the city offers a plethora of teams and programs to suit your aspirations. For a comprehensive list of cheerleading teams in London,ContinueContinue reading “Cheer teams near me : London addition”
Emily :Team England Adaptive Abilities Advanced
Name – Emily Age – 22Team – Team England Adaptive Abilities Advanced and Phoenix AllstarsPosition – FlyerCareer goal – I still have no idea!Cheerleading goal – Become a world champion!Instagram name – emily_franksss How many years have you been cheering?3 years Which team are you part of or have you previously been part of?UoG Dynamites,ContinueContinue reading “Emily :Team England Adaptive Abilities Advanced”
Using Inspiration as Motivation
How are we all doing? What a week it’s been at worlds, with so many UK teams not only competing, but hitting zero, achieving GLOBES and really showing the world how we SHOW UP. Have you been inspired by Unity Allstar’s persistence and determination that resulted in then being WORLD CHAMPIONS? Unity Black Are youContinueContinue reading “Using Inspiration as Motivation”
Unity Allstar black are the first team in UK history to be crown World Champions
Unity Allstars Black has etched its name in the chronicle of international cheerleading history, securing the coveted gold in the Level 7 Open Non-Tumbling Coed division. But first, let us introduce ourselves! Cheer From Head To Toe (CFHTT) came to life out of a pressing need: to fill the void of representation for the UKContinueContinue reading “Unity Allstar black are the first team in UK history to be crown World Champions”
The perception of University Cheerleading from the inside
University cheerleading is an ever growing part of the cheerleading industry and something that we love to celebrate at Cheer From Head To Toe. Something that I believe is still a struggling part of University cheerleading though is how the sport is perceived from inside Universities. This lack of understanding is from other sports teams,ContinueContinue reading “The perception of University Cheerleading from the inside”
Upside-Downtime: Practising gratitude in these uncertain times
Welcome, welcome, welcome to August’s Upside-down-time’s feature! How is it nearly Septemberalready? Who can keep up these days? Any who, let’s get into this month’s blog post: @dmdiamondz11 The only thing we know for certain right now, is that the world is full of uncertainty. My family in Wales have been adhering to different lockdownContinueContinue reading “Upside-Downtime: Practising gratitude in these uncertain times”
University Cheerleader:The truth about being a committee member
The truth about being a committee member I was the coach/captain of my cheerleading committee for 2 years whilst I was at University so I know the highs and lows that come along with having such an important role. It can be incredibly stressful but also incredibly rewarding, however I don’t think it’s a roleContinueContinue reading “University Cheerleader:The truth about being a committee member”
Home Safe Tumble Drills
In this strange and uncertain time, many Cheerleaders are grappling for ideas on how to stay in shape and not lose all of their tumble skills at home. While this has meant many have forked out for expensive air tracks and other equipment, this isn’t an option for everyone. For those just looking to keepContinueContinue reading “Home Safe Tumble Drills”
Breaking new: CFHTT new segment “Upside-down-time” coming soon…
Hi, I’m Rachel but you can call me Rach (please don’t call me Beans, no matter who sent you). I’m a cheerleader and coach, originally from North Wales but currently living just north of Manchester. I’m running the new Friday segment I like to call “Upside-down-time” here at Cheer From Head to Toe. Let meContinueContinue reading “Breaking new: CFHTT new segment “Upside-down-time” coming soon…”
