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2 Future ASR parents and athletes, For me, all-star cheerleading is more than just banners and trophies or flip-flops and fulls, it is my passion in life. I was a football player in high school and never imagined that competitive cheerleading was in my future. But when an injury changed my path I realized I could actually love a sport more than football and I found my place in competitive cheerleading at the age of fifteen. I was no longer a football player but a football fan who coached cheer. Not a day goes by that I am not thankful to have found my calling in life at such a young age. This is what I do and I m in it for life. I have been coaching cheer for almost fifteen years now and bring with me all that I have learned from countless experiences in the industry. I have had the privilege to work alongside very talented coaches, choreographers, gym owners and athletes and am grateful for all they have taught me. It has always been my dream to start my own competitive cheerleading program and I m so excited to be making this dream a reality. I believe that every successful journey in life must start with a vision. My vision is to create a gym environment where athletes can t wait to get to practice, parents are excited for every team in the gym and a coach is not only a coach, but a mentor and a role model. I have surrounded myself by a staff that shares my vision and is every bit as passionate about this sport as I am. Every athlete deserves to feel that same passion and motivation every time they walk in the gym. I want them to know that they are part of something bigger than just a cheerleading team.it s here that athletes will form bonds and friendships that will last a lifetime. It s here that athletes learn life lessons like discipline, teamwork and leadership that will shape them into successful adults. And it s here that athletes will gain the confidence and self respect to help them reach their full potential in life. These positive results won t come without a price; we expect our athletes to set goals and work hard to achieve those goals, no matter how big or small they might be. Competitive cheerleading is just that - it s competitive. While the focus can t be all about winning, it s important that we train our athletes to succeed. So we will continually strive for athletes to compete at their highest level and demand their very best 100% of the time. We will help these athletes reach their full potential in cheer, but more importantly, help them to be better individuals. You will be part of a program that is committed to helping your child grow into a good person, and we re using cheerleading as our tool. All-Star Revolution will provide a family environment in which we can all take pride. I hope you share my vision and will Join the Revolution. Edgar Ruiz Owner and Program Director allstarrevolution@gmail.com cell:

3 TRYOUT INFO The tryout process is very brief and laid back. We want all cheerleaders to feel comfortable so we do our very best to put them at ease as we get to know their goals for the upcoming season. Each athlete will sign up for an individual evaluation time on one of our designated tryout dates. Athletes should arrive 15 minutes prior to his/her scheduled time slot to warmup and stretch. Although previous experience is not required, when the athlete s name is called he/she may be asked to perform jumps, running tumbling, standing tumbling, stunts and flexibility. The tryout will conclude with a short interview. Each athlete should attend tryouts with hair pulled up in a pony tail, wearing shorts, hot pants, lightweight tennis shoes and a t- shirt, sports bra or tank top. To register and sign up for a tryout time, each athlete must: 1) Turn in the All-Star Registration Form included at the end of this packet. 2) Turn in the Credit Card Authorization Form included at the end of this packet. 3) Submit the non-refundable $55.00 registration fee and May 2011 tuition payment of $120. 4) Request a tryout time slot upon registration or by ing allstarrevolution@gmail.com. Tryouts will be held on the following dates: Monday, April 18th Tuesday, April 19th Wednesday, April 20th Thursday, April 21st Saturday, April 23rd Monday, April 25th Tuesday, April 26th 6:00 PM 9:30 PM 3:30 PM 9:30 PM 3:30 PM 9:30 PM 3:30 PM 9:30 PM 11:00 AM 3:00 PM 6:00 PM 9:30 PM 3:30 PM 9:30 PM You can register at All-Star Revolution anytime between Monday, April 11th and Thursday, April 14th from 6 9 PM or during the scheduled tryout days. Walk-ins are welcome. You can also register by submitting the required forms and payment via to allstarrevolution@gmail.com. Tryout Results: Team placement results (including practice day and time) will be posted to StarRevolution.com on Friday, April 29th by 5 PM. Results will also be posted on the All-Star Revolution gym window. Required Parent Meeting and Grand Opening: There will be a required parent meeting for ASR athletes from 1 2 PM on Saturday, May 7th at the All-Star Revolution Facility. We will answer any questions and let you know exactly what can be expected for the season. We will also have regular parent meetings throughout the season to establish effective communication with our parents. Immediately following the meeting, there will be a grand opening from 2 4 PM. Athletes, family and friends are invited to celebrate the beginning of ASR s first successful season. 2

4 TEAM PLACEMENT Athletes are divided into teams based on two factors: age and skill level. Both factors are outlined below to give you a better understanding of all-star cheerleading team placement. Age Breakdown: Show-Team Ages 3-5 as of August 31, 2011 Tiny Ages 5 and younger as of August 31, 2011 Mini Ages 8 and younger as of August 31, 2011 Youth Ages 11 and younger as of August 31, 2011 Junior Ages 14 and younger as of August 31, 2011 Senior Ages 18 and younger as of August 31, 2011 *These age groups are subject to change according to USASF updates. Skill Level Breakdown: Athletes are evaluated based on their execution of tumbling, jumps, motion technique, stunting, and performance. All are important and taken into consideration when putting together successful teams. Preferred skills are listed at each level for your benefit. Show Team No skill requirements Level 1 Tumbling-each athlete must have a cartwheel, round off and forward roll. Jumps-each athlete must demonstrate three different jumps. Level 2 Tumbling-each athlete must have a standing back handspring and a round off back handspring. Jumps-each athlete must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps (pointed toes, landing with feet together) including a double whip combination. Stunts-each athlete must demonstrate a level 2 stunt (examples: prep level liberty variations, extensions). Motions/Dance-each athlete must demonstrate an average understanding of motion technique. Level 3 Tumbling-each athlete must have a standing back handspring series and a round off back tuck. Jumps-each athlete must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with at least a level toe touch. Stunts-each athlete must demonstrate a level 3 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations, awesome full down cradle, inversion to sponge level, full up to prep). Motion/Dance-each athlete must demonstrate an above average understanding of motion technique. Level 4 Tumbling-each athlete must have a standing back tuck, standing back handspring back tuck, and either a running layout or a specialty pass through to a layout (example: front handspring, punch front, or whip through to layout). Jumps-each athlete must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with an above level toe touch. Stunts-each athlete must demonstrate a level 4 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations with a full down cradle, inversion to prep level stunts, full up to extended stunts, double down from 2 legged stunt, and kick single baskets). Motion/Dance-each athlete must demonstrate excellent understanding of motion technique. Level 5 Tumbling-each athlete must demonstrate a standing full, one to full or two to full/double and a running specialty pass through to full or double full. Important-athletes without standing tumbling to full or specialty pass through to full, will be eligible for level 4. Jumps-each athlete must demonstrate technical mastery of jumps including a triple (whip) jump combination with back tuck, variety and above level toe touch. Stunts each athlete must demonstrate a level 5 stunt (examples: extended liberty variations including an overstretch with double down dismounts, full up to extended liberty variation, and kick double baskets) Motion/Dance-each athlete must demonstrate superior understanding of motion technique. 3

5 ESTIMATED FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS Competitive all-star cheerleading requires a significant financial commitment. The following estimated costs may be subject to change and other expenses are not foreseen, but could arise. To help families compensate with these expenses, All-Star Revolution has fund-raising opportunities available. Absolutely no special financial arrangements will be made. Please carefully consider the financial commitment you are making. Registration $55 Due at registration Monthly Tuition $120 Due monthly USASF Membership $40 Due May 2011 Practice Wear $150 or less Due May 2011 Choreography Camp $185 Due June 2011 Uniform $250 or less Due July 2011 Competition Fees $850 Due August, September, October 2011 Accessories $100 or less Due November 2011 Registration: The $55 per athlete non-refundable registration fee is due up front to hold your tryout reservation. No participants will be placed on an All-Star Revolution team or allowed to practice with an ASR team without having paid this fee. Monthly Tuition: Monthly tuition is $120 for all competitive team members. Families with multiple athletes will receive a 50% discount off the additional siblings tuition. (All other fees will apply per athlete.) Tuition is due on the 1st of each month and can be paid by check, cash or credit card. Any tuition fees not paid before the 6th of each month will be automatically charged to the card on file. Tuition fees not paid by the 10th of the month will be charged a $20 late fee and $10 each day thereafter. Tuition fees and late fees are not refundable for any reason. USASF Membership: The United States All Star Federation (USASF) is currently the main governing presence in competitive allstar cheerleading. USASF is now requiring that ALL athletes certify to be eligible to compete during the season. All-Star Revolution will handle all the paperwork for the certification process. The fee is $40 ($35 for the membership and $5 for processing) and is due May 1, Any USASF membership fees not paid by May 6, 2011 will be charged to the card on file. USASF fees not paid in full by May 10, 2011 will be charged a $10 late fee. Practice Wear: Athletes will be issued three full practice outfits. The fees for this apparel will not exceed $150 plus tax for female athletes (male athletes will be less.) The exact amount plus tax will be determined and posted to accounts by May 1, Payment for practice wear must be received in full by May 6, 2011 or the card on file will be charged. Any practice wear fees not paid by May 10, 2011 will be assessed a $50 late fee. Choreography Camp: All athletes are required to attend the choreography camp for his/her team. The $185 mandatory choreography camp fee includes the cost of choreography, instruction and music production. All members MUST pay this non-refundable fee, regardless of attendance, which would also include members who join later in the season. The $185 choreography fee must be paid in full by June 6, 2011 or the card on file will be charged the balance. Any camp fees not paid by June 10, 2011 will be charged a $50 late fee. 4

6 Uniform: Uniform fees will not exceed $250 plus tax. The exact amount plus tax will be determined and posted to accounts by July 1, Mandatory uniform pieces include top and skirt for female athletes and top and pants for males. Additional items such as bows, warm-ups, backpacks, make-up, etc. are not included in this uniform cost. Payment for mandatory uniform pieces (top and bottom) that is not received in full by July 6, 2011 will automatically be charged to the card on file. Any uniform fees not paid by July 10, 2011 will be assessed a $50 late fee. Competition Fees: Competition fees will not exceed a total of $850 per athlete for the entire season. Competition Fees include event registration fees for the season and an additional fee to cover staff expenses. The All-Star Revolution competition schedule for the season will be determined based on several factors. Some of these factors include school squad conflicts, event location, the level of competition and a number of other things. Once this schedule is set, the exact fee will be calculated and broken into three equal installments. The three equal payments for competition fees will be due by August 6, 2011, September 6, 2011 and October 6, Any balances left on accounts will be charged to the card on file on the 6th of each month. Each competition fee installment will be charged a late fee of $30 if it is not paid by the 10th of each month in which it is due. *Please note that the above fees do not include travel and lodging for out of town events. Accessories: Athletes may be required to purchase competition accessories such as make-up, hair bow(s), backpack, etc. The required items and exact cost plus tax will be determined and posted to accounts by November 1, The accessories fee must be paid in full by November 6, 2011 or the card on file will be charged the balance. Any accessory fees not paid by November 10, 2011 will be charged a $25 late fee. Any balances not paid by the 15th of each month may result in removal from the program. ALL-STAR IN TRAINING We understand that not everyone wants the time commitment or the financial responsibility that comes with competitive all-star cheerleading, so we have included training classes that will enable all athletes to learn the same skills as our competitive members. There will be a level 1 and level 2 class and each will be held once a week for two hours per class. Training class members do not need to sign up for a tryout time, but will be expected to follow the same registration procedures. Financial obligations: Registration $55 Due at registration Monthly Tuition $120 Due monthly Practice Wear $150 or less Due June 2011 All other competitive fees do not apply, however due dates, late fees and payment policies are the same. SHOW TEAM For athletes ages 5 and under we will offer a non-competitive show team. This team will practice once a week for an hour and learn the same skills as a competitive team (on a more basic level.) Show team members do not need to sign up for a tryout time, but will need to follow the same registration procedures. Financial obligations: Registration $55 Due at registration Monthly Tuition $60 Due monthly Uniform $100 or less Due July 2011 Accessories $50 or less Due November 2011 All other competitive fees do not apply, however due dates, late fees and payment policies are the same. 5

7 TEAM COMMITMENTS Competitions: Every athlete must not only attend every competition, but they must be available the entire day/weekend - no exceptions. Upon arriving, every athlete must be in full uniform from head to toe. This means a clean uniform top and bottom, hair out of face and secured in bow, full make-up and lashes, no show white socks, clean white shoes and no jewelry, nail polish, or gum. Remember that you are representing All-Star Revolution, your teammates, parents and staff. Please represent ASR, and yourself, well. Athletes should have great sportsmanship, regardless of whether we win or lose. This includes respect for athletes, parents, coaches AND toward other programs. We want to be perceived as a class act program so please act accordingly. We expect for every athlete to watch and cheer for other All-Star Revolution teams. This may mean you may have to arrive earlier or leave later than required for your own performances and/or awards. Poor sportsmanship by athletes or parents may cause dismissal from the program or other consequences. At competitions the main priority of a coach is to safely prepare the athletes for their performances. After that, our next priority is to support our teams as they perform. This unfortunately means that, depending on the schedule, all of our team s coaches may not be able to stand with a teams as their awards are handed out, or, in rare cases (at events with multiple venues) during a performance. We will do anything we can to get as many of the coaches there, but sometimes it is just not possible. Some competitions may require us to compete on a Friday and may require your athlete to miss a part/full day of school. When considering competitions for our program, this is one of the first things we take into consideration. We will strive to keep our athletes from missing as much school as possible. It is important for our fans to be loud and supportive for ALL of our ASR teams. In fact, it should sound like you are at a play-off game cheering on your favorite sports team. Hotel Accommodations: We ask, but will not require, our athletes to stay in the team hotel for out of town competitions. We will select team hotels when we release our competition schedule so that those that wish to stay in the team hotel can make reservations. This is a wonderful time for athletes and parents to get to know each other. Room blocks will not be made by All-Star Revolution so each family will be responsible for their own lodging at out of town competitions. Teams may be required to meet at the team hotel any time throughout the weekend. Choreography Camp: All teams will attend a 3-4 day camp in the ASR facility during the summer to learn routines. This is mandatory to all athletes. Each camp will run from 9AM-4PM with an hour lunch break from noon-1pm. Snack will be provided by ASR. For the safety of our athletes, they will not be allowed to leave the premises. Please be sure to pack a nutritious lunch. Dates for each team s camp will be released by May 16,

8 Practices: Each team will have a 2-3 hour practice once a week in the summer. During the school year each team will keep that weekly practice and have an additional practice on Friday, Saturday or Sunday (depending on the team.) Every athlete will be allowed to miss up to two practices during the summer. If for any reason there is a need to miss a practice (including the two summer absences) you must submit the Absence Request Form to Edgar Ruiz at least 2 weeks in advance and it will either be approved or denied via . (See page 12 of packet for Absence Request Form) The greater the team s attendance, the less extra practices will be needed. All-Star Revolution practice wear must be worn to all practices. You will get a schedule of what outfit to wear at each practice. No jewelry can be worn in the gym at any time. Every athlete must be respectful to teammates, staff and parents at all times. We are here to work so please turn your cell phones off. There will be no food allowed in the gym area. You must arrive to practice on time. Five minutes early is better than five minutes late! If you are not working on a skill and you arrive early to practice, please stay off of equipment and sit/stretch quietly and wait for your practice to start so as not to disturb other athletes in the gym. If you are not an All-Star Revolution member or staff member, do not enter the gym area at any time. Please try and stay healthy both in and out of the gym to help prevent any injuries from occurring ALL-STAR REVOLUTION TENTATIVE COMPETITION SCHEDULE This is a list of possible competition dates that we will attend this season. We will not attend all of these events and we may add different dates as they become available. Please be flexible. NCA Lone Star Classic Houston November 13, 2011 Athletic Championship Houston November 19, 2011 Cheer America Houston December 4, 2011 Cheer Power Houston December 10, 2011 ACA Nationals Fort Worth January 14-16, 2012 Cheer Power Galveston January 21-22, 2012 Cheer America Houston February 3-5, 2012 NCA Nationals Dallas February 25-26, 2012 Cheer Power Galveston March 10-12, 2012 Athletic Championship San Antonio March 24-26, 2012 The Cheerleading Worlds Orlando, FL April 28-29, 2012 HOLIDAY DATES All-Star Revolution will be closed on the following dates: May 29-31, 2011 (Memorial Day Weekend) July 3-4, 2011 (Fourth of July) September 3-5, 2011 (Labor Day Weekend) November 23-26, 2011 (Thanksgiving) *November 27, 2011 will be a mandatory practice day. December 20, 2011-January 1, 2012 (Christmas and New Years) *December 17, 18, 19, 2011 and January 2, 2012 are mandatory. 7

9 PROGRAM RULES AND REGULATIONS I will not disrespect any staff, parents or athletes in any way. Anyone threatening to quit or pull their child from a squad may be dismissed from the program immediately. I understand that athletes are required to wear the appropriate practice attire to every practice. I understand the importance of punctuality and will arrive at all practices and scheduled events on time. I will not participate in negative gossip in any way. This includes on-line communication. I will strive to maintain and improve upon the skills I have and set goals to acquire more skills. I will not keep my child from practice or performing as a form of punishment. I will maintain good sportsmanship at all times when representing All-Star Revolution. I will not use foul language. I understand that at times an athlete will need to be moved from one team to another. I understand that the parent viewing area should be a positive place, and I may be prohibited from using the parent viewing area if I cannot maintain a positive attitude or keep comments to myself. I understand that I am making a year round commitment and will honor that commitment. I understand that I am not to contact any competition companies or their officials with any questions or comments. If I have any questions I will contact Edgar Ruiz at I understand that uniforms are to be used only at competitions and should only be worn by All-Star Revolution athletes. I will take very good care of my uniform. I will not try to sell any All-Star Revolution items without the permission of Edgar Ruiz. I understand that any violation to this agreement may result in legal action. I will not hold ASR responsible for any lost or stolen items since it is not possible to monitor all valuables brought into the facility. I understand that if I plan to drop from the program, I must give withdrawal notice to Edgar Ruiz at allstarrevolution@gmail.com by the 15th of any month to avoid being charged for the next month s tuition. I understand that if I quit or am removed from the program I will not get any form of refund. 8

10 ALL-STAR REVOLUTION STAFF Edgar Ruiz Owner and Program Director Over 14 years of head coaching experience in both High School and All-Star cheerleading Head coach of Houston's first All-Star team to win NCA Nationals Head coach of the 2005 and 2006 NCA National Champions in the Small Youth level 5 division Head coach of the 2007 NCA National Champions in the Small Junior Coed level 5 division Head coach of Houston's first and only Cheerleading World Champion All-Star team Head coach of the 2009 NCA National Champions in the Large Junior Coed level 5 division Over 50 National Championship titles in many divisions and at various competition companies Oz De La Cruz Program Choreographer Former NCA Staff - 8 years and NCA Head Instructor - 4 years Former NCA curriculum staff - 4 years Former competitive gymnast - 10 years NCA Collegiate National Champion with Navarro College Choreographed for multiple NCA All-Star National Champion Teams Choreographed for Houston's very first World Champion team Hired around the country to choreograph for several successful programs Yvette Buyince Head Instructor Competitive all-star head instructor - 10 years Former all-star cheerleader at Cheer Station Austin, TX Former member of the University of Houston Small Coed Team - 3 years Coached the 2009 small youth level 1 NCA National Champion Team Chris DeLeon Head Instructor Competitive all-star head instructor - 2 years Graduate and former cheerleader at Deer Park High School NCA top All-American Awarded best tumbler at NCA staff training Member of 2007 Navarro College cheerleading team - NCA Collegiate National Champions Member of 2008 Top Gun All-Stars large coed team - NCA National Champions and World Champions Mac Flores Head Instructor Competitive all-star head instructor - 4 years Professional high school cheerleading coach - 2 years Former competitive cheerleader Senior at University of Houston, majoring in Political Science Bree Wichmann Head Instructor Competitive all-star head instructor - 4 years Coached the 2011 junior level 1 NCA National Champion Team Currently attending the University of Houston, majoring in Public Relations and Marketing Former Kansas State University Cheerleader Former competitive cheerleader - 13 years Former NCA staff member Alex Padron Head Instructor Competitive all-star instructor - 2 years Former competitive cheerleader - 7 years Former special needs cheer coach - 3 years Ruthie Ruiz Program Administrator Graduate from the University of Houston Clear Lake, BS in Fitness and Human Performance Black-belt in karate through the Bushi-Ban system 9

11 ALL-STAR REVOLUTION, LLC. REGISTRATION FORM Athlete s Name: DOB: Address: City: Zip Code: Home Phone: Athlete s Cell: Athlete s Parent: Work: Cell: Parent: Work: Cell: Parent (s): Emergency Contact: Phone: Physician: Phone: Any Known Allergies/Medical Conditions: T-shirt Size: YXS YS YM YL AS AM AL AXL Medical Release and Policy Acknowledgment I, the parent or legal guardian of the above named student hereafter referred to as athlete, do hereby permit the athlete to participate in gymnastics, tumbling, cheerleading or any other physical activities while an athlete at All-Star Revolution, LLC hereafter referred to as ASR. By granting permission for athlete to participate in programs at ASR, I assume full responsibility for athlete s personal safety and release ASR, its supervisors and employees from any and all liabilities that may arise due to any injury including death to athlete by reason of athlete s participation in any activity at ASR or in which ASR is participating elsewhere. I understand there is personal risk involved in any activity that involves motion, height or rotation and that these activities can result in serious injury, disability or death. I authorize ASR to use photographs, video, and/or other likenesses of my child for use in its promotional materials or sales and waive any rights of compensation or ownership thereto. I understand all balances due on my account will be charged to my credit card on file on the 6th day of each month. If I do not want my credit card to be charged I must pay my account in full before the 6th day of the month using cash or check. Any balance remaining on my account not paid before the 10th day of the month will automatically be charged a $20.00 late fee whether I received a statement from ASR or not. I understand any payment for my account to ASR returned unpaid for any reason will incur a $25.00 bank fee plus a $20.00 late fee. I understand ASR does not refund tuition for ANY REASON. I have read and understand pages 1 through 12 of the All-Star Revolution Packet and agree to abide by its contents. I have kept a copy of this packet for my records. I have read, understand and execute this release form and policy acknowledgement. Parent Signature: Date: Athlete Signature: Date:

12 CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION All monthly balances due will be automatically charged to your credit card on file on the 6th day of each month. If you do not want your credit card to be charged you must pay your account in full before the 6th day of the month using cash or check. All accounts must have a current credit card authorization form on file. It is your responsibility to fill out a new CC authorization form for lost/stolen cards or if your card expires. All applicable fees will be charged if the card on file is declined for any reason. After the 6th of each month, any discrepancies will be credited to your account for the next month s billing cycle. Monthly fees not paid by the 10th of each month will be charged applicable late fees. If your account remains unpaid past the 15th day of the month for any reason your child will be held out of practice and may be removed from the program. Name as it appears on card: Type of card: Card Number: Security Code: Expiration Date: I authorize ALL-STAR REVOLUTION, LLC. to charge my card on or after the 6th day of each month for all charges due on my account. If my card is declined for any reason, I will take care of my balance due immediately. I understand if the credit card provided above is cancelled for any reason I am responsible for immediately providing ALL-STAR REVOLUTION with new credit card information and paying any late fees. Cardholder Signature: Date: All-Star Revolution accepts Master Card and Visa

13 ASR ATHLETE ABSENCE REQUEST FORM All-Star Revolution Athletes must have official approval from Edgar Ruiz to miss any team practice. Please fill out and submit form at least 2 weeks prior to absence date. ATHLETE S NAME: TEAM: PHONE: ABSENCE REQUEST DATE(S): REASON: Edgar will get back to you within 3 days via . If your request is denied, the athlete must be in class. Failure to do so may result in removal of the athlete from the program. I have read and understand ASR s athlete absence policy: ATHLETE SIGNATURE: DATE: PARENT SIGNATURE: DATE: FOR OFFICE USE ONLY APPROVED NOT APPROVED Edgar E. Ruiz

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