https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFNCLVxg824&fbclid=IwAR2Iyts8ui0Jhyw-IRnvZ9SgC_Bp9ycv58XDUld51PzhNuqNPUa1EyeTUtI What is the person called who is on the top of stunts? Answer: Flyer What is the stunt called where bases' interlocked hands and is thrown? Answer: Basket How long is a typical all-star cheerleading routine? Answer :2.30 Which teams auditions for on Britain Got talent Answers: Goldstar Galaxy, Coventry dyminate and Leeds CelticsContinue reading "CHEER QUIZ 2020 Questions and Answers"
Thank goodness the end of 2020 is here. Can we please see the terms and conditions before entering 2021?
It’s quite easy to point out the negatives of 2020. Rightly so, we’ve lost so many lives, our freedom and to a degree, our sport also. But it’s not all bad, it never is. Remember when there were dolphins in the canals of Venice, Captain Tom raised over £30million for the NHS, how our communitiesContinue reading "Thank goodness the end of 2020 is here. Can we please see the terms and conditions before entering 2021?"
From Budget to expensive dance footwear that will perform all season.
Looking for your next pom, jazz or lyrical shoes? Look no further, we have a range of recommendations for you, plus we give you links to find more inclusive dance shoes for more skin tones, and vegan shoes. CFHTT Dance Writer Emma has had seven years of testing many out and she gives you aContinue reading "From Budget to expensive dance footwear that will perform all season."
How to Get Started in Adaptive Sports
As the sport of cheerleading progresses many teams are looking at what teams they offer and whether they have the opportunity to begin accommodating for Adaptive Abilities Athletes. I talked previously in my article on Adaptive Abilities Cheer about the opportunities for Athletes to get involved and join already established teams, but what about thoseContinue reading "How to Get Started in Adaptive Sports"
We need to see more representation of Afro hair in the Cheer community
We are changed by what we see. Just as we are changed when we are seen.Natural curly and Afro-textured hair is rarely ever seen in the cheer industry social media, let alone cheer brands. To many, this may seem unimportant but trust me when I say, I have had many chats and messages from athletes,Continue reading "We need to see more representation of Afro hair in the Cheer community"
Remember, remember, lockdown in November.
Winter is here. Some strange people actually prefer winter to the summer. Whereas some people really struggle with their mental health in the winter months. It may be due to the lack of vitamin D the sun provides, the cold days, dark nights, a change of routine, or something else entirely. Oh, and this timeContinue reading "Remember, remember, lockdown in November."
Part 2 of why representation matters
Tonight the conclusion of the video series " Why representation matters."In part two of this video, we break down the topic of hair. We talk about Team England, Sportcheer England, Cheer brands and what steps the cheer community needs to take to reflect the importance of diversity and inclusion.e forward in making this much-needed change.I,Continue reading "Part 2 of why representation matters"
The roots of hip hop – The history of hip hop styles and steps to avoid appropriation
In honour of Black History Month ,we are going historical with exploring the roots of hip hop styles. We are delighted to have written this article with Kimberley Palmer-Thompson one of the Allstar Hip Hop coaches at Sparks Allstars in London, who is a professional Hip Hop teacher - her work having being recently performedContinue reading "The roots of hip hop – The history of hip hop styles and steps to avoid appropriation"
Emotional resilience
Happy October – between local lockdowns, tiered lockdowns and circuit break lockdowns, spooky season if definitely upon us. In this month’s Upside-Down-Time’s feature I wanted to talk about emotional resilience, and the huge part it plays in dealing with our emotions. So, what is emotional resilience? You know when you’re an infant, and people sayContinue reading "Emotional resilience"
A honest conversation about diversity in cheer
Cheerleading is my passion. This sport brings me so much joy. The beauty of this sport is there is a place for everyone, everyone is needed, for the team to be a success. In this industry, people do things that they may not be aware are culturally insensitive. In so many aspects of our industry,Continue reading "A honest conversation about diversity in cheer"
New laws and guidance for social distancing (and how it affects Cheerleading), following the UK government announcement on the 22nd September 2020.
Please find below the latest statement from SportCheer England New laws and guidance for social distancing (and how it affects Cheerleading), following the UK government announcement on the 22nd September 2020. Since the 22nd September announcement by the UK government, SportCheer England have been seeking further clarification from Sport England regarding how the various sportContinue reading "New laws and guidance for social distancing (and how it affects Cheerleading), following the UK government announcement on the 22nd September 2020."
Safeguarding ourselves and our Cheerleaders
The end of September is here. Quick, someone wake up Green Day! Sorry, that was so cheesy, but I would have kicked myself for not using that opportunity. Ok, moving on… " September’s article is going to be a slightly different one to normal. If you are a victim or survivor of abuse, this articleContinue reading "Safeguarding ourselves and our Cheerleaders"
CFHTT talks to the UK Elite freelancers for Allstar Dance
The UK have a growing number of talented dance freelancers that work to improve teams of all levels to reach their full potential and grow the sport nationwide. Freelancers are so important in Allstar Dance because they are experts at nailing the scoresheet, know exercises and drills to getthose skills you want your athletes toContinue reading "CFHTT talks to the UK Elite freelancers for Allstar Dance"
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 lockdownContinue reading "Upside-Downtime: Practising gratitude in these uncertain times"
Why now is a great time to start a dance team
1: Social distancing We might be introducing non stunting divisions, engineering new ways to stunt socially distanced,focussing on our tumbling and jumping to keep doing what we love while protecting everyone. Onegreat way to be able to adapt to the times is by adding dance teams to your programme. While liftsand contact is common inContinue reading "Why now is a great time to start a dance team"
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