Our cheerleading squad performs at various events, from local fares to
competitions, which includes ones we host ourselves in Quedgeley.
We encourage our cheerleaders to take part but above all, have fun.
You can decide whether to join the competition team or just perform at
the local shows. Anyone can take part in the competitions regardless
of ability; we want everyone to feel part of the team.
Gloucester Wildcats
Cheerleading Lessons
From age 4, be part of a friendly team!
Try our Cheerleading lessons for a positive and fun way to perform as
part of a team. It develops co-ordination through a mixture of dance,
chants, tumbling and stunts - yes, you can use your voice! Exercise
forms part of classes to get you conditioned - cheerleaders also need to
be positive and full of smiles!
Please email to reserve your space info@balance-hf.co.uk
We keep our cheerleading lessons as affordable as possible and
open to all. The lessons not only improve cheerleading skills but
are a great way to meet new friends and gain confidence by being
part of a friendly squad.
New cheerleaders start only in the first two weeks of a term in
order to keep disruption to a minimum and allow for a progressive
term. This allows the cheerleaders to learn different dances, stunts
and tumbles together and progress as a team.
Cheerleading is a full contact form of dance and exercise. During
stunts cheerleaders stand on team members' legs and are lifted to
and caught from different levels. All stunts are taught by a UKCA
qualified coach and the cheerleaders' safety is always the coach's
first thought, ensuring correct technique is performed by all team
members.
To book your space or ask any questions please email
info@balance-hf.co.uk
Location
Our Cheerleading classes
take place at -
Quedgeley Community
Centre,
School Lane,
GL2 4PJ.
in Hall 2
For further information
please email
info@balance-hf.co.uk
About Gloucester Wildcats
We started our cheerleading lessons in September 2014 with
the intention of offering something different to the children in
the Quedgeley area.
In the first term all of the children suggested different names for
the squad and the best four were chosen and then voted on -
Gloucester Wildcats was by far the most popular name.
We aim to keep our cheerleading as affordable as possible and
open to all. We have received grants from Quedgeley Parish
Council and Quedgeley Community Trust which enabled us to
buy uniforms at no cost to our cheerleaders.
When we take part in local shows we do fundraising and we
also look at other activities throughout the year to raise money.
This is then put towards trips, competition entries and
additional uniforms.
Lesson Times
All lessons term time only
Tiny Teenies (Age 4 - 8) -
Tuesdays 4 - 5pm
Junior A (Age 8 - 12) -
Tuesdays 5 - 6:30pm
Junior A (Age 8 - 12) -
Thursdays 4:45 - 6:15pm
Junior B/Seniors (Age 12 +) -
Thursdays 6:15 - 7:45pm
Adults (Age 21+) -
Thursdays 7:45pm - 8:30pm
Stunts & tumbling, Mondays -
5:15 - 6:15pm (All Ages)
Prices
Adults - £3.75 per class.
Tiny Teenies - £4 per class.
Teenies, Junior A & Junior B/Seniors - £4.75 per class.
Stunts & Tumbling - £2.50 per class (must attend cheerleading lessons).
We ask that you pay for one full term in advance.
FAQ’S
Do I need to be able to cheerlead or dance? No,
beginers in all age groups are more than welcome.
Why do I need to pay in advance? We ask you to pay for
a term so we know our numbers which enables us to
plan the classes. I do not let people join mid term so the
class is not disrupted.
Do people get injured? Although every effort is made to
avoid injuries sometimes people will get injured; bumps,
bruises etc especially when we are learning new lifts
and stunts.
Can I take part if I am unfit or overweight? Yes, your
fitness will improve with each class and it is great
exercise.
What do I need to wear? A fitted t-shirt, long training
bottoms (jogging bottoms etc), flat training shoes.
Cheerleading shoes are available but a pair with flat
bottoms and laces from other shops (Sports Direct etc)
will be more than ok. For competitions we will provide
the outfit.
Can a cheerleader go in a higher age group if I think they
are particularly good or I want them to advance? No, the
age groups are to give the right mix in each class in
terms of development and so all stunts can be
performed. There are mixed abilities in all classes and
cheerleaders will be taught to their skill level so they will
still progress when with their peers.
Will cheerleaders touch each other? Yes, as we will
learn lifts, stunts, different moves that require contact.
The coach will also have to touch people to assist, show
new moves etc.
Can I enter competitions? We have teams that enter
competitions, it is up to you if you take part. Everyone
can be in the competition team regardless of ability.
Will I get further information? Every cheerleader will
receive a welcome pack with additional information.
Does the coach have a DBS (previously CRB) check?
Yes.
Is the coach insured? Yes.