DYNASTY ALLSTAR CHEER 2016-2017 COMPETITIVE CHEER TEAM INFORMATION PACKET Dynasty All Star Cheer & Tumbling 2150 Delavan Dr. West Des Moines, IA 50266 (515) 868 1215 www.dynastyallstarcheer.com DynastyAllStars@aol.com Page 1 of 15
WELCOME TO DYNASTY Every child should have an activity that they truly love and look forward to. This activity should also challenge them to grow their confidence and athletic abilities. Competitive cheer at Dynasty offers all of these benefits to young athletes and more. Our staff creates a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere for every athlete. At Dynasty, our expert coaches consistently create successful teams, but our real passion is helping grow successful and confident young adults. Dynasty is dedicated to building champion level cheerleaders out of our athletes regardless of prior experience. Our talented staff of coaches will work with your athlete to help them improve their skills as a cheerleader. We have teams at all ability and age levels so even if your athlete has never cheered before we have the perfect team for them!! At Dynasty, we like to say We are more than just a team, we are a family. We truly want Dynasty to be a place our cheerleaders feel welcome and consider a second home. We encourage team unity at every level and feel this is necessary for our teams to be successful. Dynasty is the place to work hard at the sport you love and make amazing new friends along the way. We are excited about your interest in Dynasty and look forward to meeting you and welcoming you into our growing family. If you have additional questions about the upcoming season after reading this packet then please feel free to call or email us and we will be happy to answer your questions. We also invite you to come visit our facility at your earliest convenience to experience Dynasty for yourself. Page 2 of 15
TEAM PLACEMENT INFORMATION Saturday April 23 rd, 2016 Ages 5-8 9:00am - 10:00am Ages 9-11 10:30am - 12:00pm Ages 12-13 1:00pm - 2:30pm Ages 14-18 3:00pm - 4:30 pm If you are unable to attend team placements on April 23 rd please call Dynasty to arrange a private evaluation prior to April 23 rd Use your age as of August 31 st, 2016 to determine your session for team placements. The following items needs to be completed and turned in at team placements. 1. Waiver- Signed 2. Participant Agreement- Signed 3. Tryout Registration Form- Signed 4. Copy of Cheerleaders Birth Certificate 5. Payment of $150.00 registration fee and May tuition payment of $100.00. Please set up an account through SNAP with Dynasty prior to team placements. Instructions on how to do this are on page 11. Cheerleaders should wear a T-shirt, gym shorts, and clean tennis shoes, have their hair pulled back, and have no jewelry on. Once athletes have turned in all paperwork and have been evaluated by a coach they may leave. Cheerleaders will be placed on a team according to their age and skill level. Individuals are placed on teams at the discretion of the coaches and within the guidelines and standards created by the USASF. Teams are designed with all of these factors in mind. There will be athletes on every team that tumble, stunt, jump, and fly, etc. at various levels. We place athletes based on what is best for them as individuals and the team as a whole. Every athlete is on the team for a reason please trust the coaches. We work extremely hard and push every athlete to reach their highest individual potential, while also teaching them the importance of team work. If an individual does not maintain their skills or fulfill their designated role, they may be moved to another team. Examples include, but are not limited to: losing a tumbling skill or refusing to fly or base. This is not a punishment for the athlete, but will instead allow the athlete to excel on a team that is more comfortable to them while also allowing the team the best chance for success. After team placements are announced if you have a question about where your athlete was placed please email us at DynastyAllStars@aol.com to set up an appointment with the coaches. Team placements and the schedule for the 2016-2017 season will be posted on www.dynastyallstarcheer.com under the member s area by 5:00PM on May 2nd. The season begins May 4 th and goes through April 2016. Page 3 of 15
TIME COMMITMENT & MONTHLY TUITION DETAILS Category Mini Youth Junior Senior Age 8 &Under 11 & Under 14 & Under 18 & Under Teams Mini 1,2 Youth 1, 2, 3 Junior 1, 2, 3, 4 Senior 2, 3 Senior 4,5 Time Commitment Breakdown Hours Per Week Monthly Tuition 2 2 hour team practices 1- tumbling class 2 2 hour team practices 1- tumbling class 2 2 hour team practices 1- tumbling class 2 2 hour team practices 1- tumbling class 2 2 hour team practices (Worlds Team will have 3 practices per week during the summer months) 1- tumbling class 2-1 hr. strength & conditioning 5 5 5 5 7 $100 $100 $100 $100 $125 -Open gym is free for athletes on a Dynasty competitive cheer team- COMPETITION FEE BREAKDOWN Approximate Number of Competitions Mini Youth Junior 1 & 2 Teams Junior Level 3 & 4 Senior Level 2,3,& 4 Teams 6 or 7 7 (8 if the team receives a bid to the Summit) Worlds Team 7 Competition Fees for the season $ 600.00 Split up into 5 monthly payments. First Competition Fees payment is due August 1 st $700.00 Split up into 5 monthly payments. First Competition Fees payment is due August 1 st (does not include competition fees for the Summit) $835.00 Split up into 5 monthly payments. First Competition Fees payment is due August 1 st (does not include competition fees for Worlds) Finalized competition schedule and dates will be released at the end of June. For an idea of when to expect competitions please refer to our General Calendar on page 12. We are waiting on final details from the Event Producers. Page 4 of 15
FINANCIAL INFORMATION Dynasty gets a new uniform package every 2 years. The 2016-2017 season will be the second year for the uniform package. Additional Financial Information - NEW THIS YEAR: Everyone must have a debit or credit card on file. Payments are due by the first of the month, if no payment has been made by the 5 th Dynasty will run the card on file for the amount owed. - The All-Star season runs from May 2016-April 2017. If you chose not to participate after September 1 st, 2016, there is a Withdraw Fee of $300 due. We will need to find a sub to fill their spot on the team. We will also need funds to pay the subs entry fees, along with paying staff for extra practices to change the routine. - A $10 late fee will be assessed for each late payment. Late fees are applied after the 5 th of the month. - A $30 fee will be assessed for all returned payments. - If you choose to do automatic debit or credit, payments will be drawn between the 1 st and 3 rd of each month. Page 5 of 15
FINANCIAL INFORMATION At Dynasty All Star Cheer we understand that All Star Cheerleading is an expensive sport. To assist with cost we have spread out payments over a 12-month schedule. Your monthly payment is due on the first of each month. Mini Youth Junior 1 & 2 Junior Level 3 & 4 Senior Level 2 & 3 Senior 4 Worlds Team May Registration Fee $150 Registration Fee $150 Tuition$100 Registration Fee $150 May payment is due April 23rd at Team Placements. Other expenses due on April 23rd include practice wear and shoes. Registration Fee $150 June 1st half of Uniform Package is due June 1st. Only athletes new to Dynasty or athletes on the Worlds team will have this expense July August September October November December 2nd half of Uniform Package is due July 1st. Only athletes new to Dynasty or athletes on the Worlds team will have this expense 1 st Comp Fee $120 2 nd Comp Fee $120 3 rd Comp Fee $120 4 th Comp Fee $120 5 th Comp Fee $120 1 st Comp Fee $140 2 nd Comp Fee $140 3 rd Comp Fee $140 4 th Comp Fee $140 5 th Comp Fee $140 1 st Comp Fee $140 2 nd Comp Fee $140 3 rd Comp Fee $140 4 th Comp Fee $140 5 th Comp Fee $140 1 st Comp Fee $167 2 nd Comp Fee $167 3 rd Comp Fee $167 4 th Comp Fee $167 5 th Comp Fee $167 January February March April Page 6 of 15
PRACTICE WEAR Official practice wear is to be worn at all team practices. When you look like a team you practice like a team! For the 2016-2017 cheer season the practice wear will be the tank top as shown in the pictures above. Athletes need to purchase either the shorts, or capris. Athletes may purchase both the shorts and capris but are not required to. Tank $30 Shorts $30 Capris $30 Practice wear for all male athletes will be the T-shirt shown below and any black athletic shorts or pants. Male T-shirt $25 Your athlete will be fitted for their practice wear during team placements on April 23rd. There will be an order form to fill out at team placements that will let us know how many of each garment you would like to purchase, and what size. We highly recommend two tank tops since they will be practicing twice a week. Page 7 of 15
SHOE INFORMATION All athletes need white cheer shoes. These shoes are to be worn during team practices, and tumbling classes. These will be the shoes they perform in at competitions. Returning athletes are not required to purchase new cheer shoes if their shoes from last year still fit well, and look clean. Athletes may choose between these two brands of cheer shoes. Kaepa Stellarlytes $60 Infinity Vengeance $95 Shoe orders will take place during team placements. Shoes arrive approximately a week to two weeks later. In the meantime athletes need to wear any clean pair of tennis shoes while in the gym. Page 8 of 15
EXPECTATIONS IN THE GYM COMPETITIONS -All competitions are mandatory. Missing a competition may be grounds for dismissal from Dynasty. -We sit together as a gym at competitions. This promotes a sense of gym unity and allows us to cheer for each of our teams with equal enthusiasm. -All teams are expected to remain at competitions until after their awards session and team picture is complete. -Know your scheduled meeting time with your team and be on time with your athlete ready to go. PRACTICE -Practice starts at the scheduled time. Athletes must be in the gym, with hair back and shoes on at the start of practice. No jewelry! -Official practice wear is to be worn to all team practices. When you look like a team you practice like a team! -Athletes are expected to show up 10 minutes prior to practice to stretch. Flyers are expected to show up 20 minutes prior to practice to stretch. -Athletes are expected to be at every practice, when one athlete is gone several stunts cannot practice that day. (We do realize that family s vacation in the summer, Practices in the two weeks leading up to a competition are mandatory please adjust your schedules accordingly.) -If you are sick (not contagious) or injured you need to show up to observe and support your team. You also need to find a substitute for yourself. Please see our substitution policy below. -If you are contagious you need to have a parent call Dynasty to let us know you will be gone so coaches can plan accordingly -School cheerleading games are excused. School cheerleading practices are not excused. - Parents please do not keep your athlete home from practice as a consequence, this is a team sport. When one team member misses it is a detriment to the entire team. -Athletes should be able to handle schoolwork and all-star practices, homework is not an acceptable excuse for missing practice. -2 absences or 3 late arrivals in a 30-day period will result in meeting between the coach, cheerleader and parent. -Cell phones need to be turned off, and in your bags. Athletes are not allowed to check phones during practice. If there is an emergency and you need to get a hold of your athlete please call the Dynasty phone. -Coaches may call extra practices as needed, especially leading up to national competitions. These practices are mandatory. SUBSTITION POLICY If you are going to be gone or know you need to sit out for an injury you need to find a sub to replace you. It can be someone from a level above or a level below your team level, and should be physically able to do your parts. You are responsible for finding and organizing your own sub and letting them know the times they are supposed to be at practice. You also need to let your coach know who the sub is prior to the start of practice. This is an expectation that has been implemented on all teams, so you may be asked to sub in for other teams as well. Reasons to get a sub include sickness, injury, or family vacation. Page 9 of 15
EXPECTATIONS OUTSIDE THE GYM -Dynasty cheerleaders are not allowed to participate in activities at other All Star Cheerleading Gyms. This includes, but is not limited to: Tumbling, Classes, Lessons or Open Gyms. -Dynasty All Star Cheer and Tumbling LLP is a unique, sole owned corporation that relies on our company name and logo for brand identity and are valuable assets to our company. In order to help us protect our trademark rights and strengthen our corporate and brand identity, we retain the right to revoke all usage of our company name and logo; in whole or in part. The Dynasty logo and brand name are not to be reproduced or used without expressed written consent from Dynasty. SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY Dynasty believes it is very important to represent yourself well on social media. Content that is considered inappropriate: Anything that is aimed to bully, embarrass, or degrade any individual or group of individuals. This includes the use of profanity and content that is overly provocative. Please remember anything you say online affects not only you, but also your teammates and Dynasty as a whole. Never post any negative comments on social media. Athletes at Dynasty are asked not to have any account link to an anonymous platform. These have been known to cause nothing but drama and hurt feelings. If it is a continual problem, this may be grounds for dismissal from Dynasty. Page 10 of 15
INFORMATION COMMUNICATIONS Information will be communicated primarily through the Members area on DynastyAllStarCheer.com and the private team Facebook pages. You will receive instructions during team placements on how to set up a member login. It is very important that you stay up to date on all communications posted here. Competition information, schedule changes, and other important information will be posted in this area. You are responsible for knowing the information on the website and/or Facebook team pages. May 2 nd at 5:00 pm team placement results will be posted under the member login tab. There will also be links to each teams private Facebook group posted here. Click on the button that says join and a coach will approve you to be in the group. CLASS REGISTRATION & ONLINE PAYMENT The online athlete registration and payment system Dynasty uses is called SNAP. You will need to create a SNAP login prior to team placements (April 23 rd ). Every athlete needs an account. This purple button is at the bottom of the home page of DynastyAllStarCheer.com It will take you to the SNAP website. Click the button at the bottom of the page that says Assignment Register and follow the prompts to create your own account. This is where you pay the Annual Registration Fee, and Register for the team placement session you will be attending on April 23rd. Page 11 of 15
GENERAL CALENDAR FOR THE 2016-2017 CHEER SEASON May- Team practices start May 2 nd Team placements are announced May 5 th Team practices begin May 30 th Closed for Memorial Day June- Practice continues Closed June 9 th -17 th July- Practice continues Closed July 2 nd -4 th for 4 th of July weekend West Des Moines Parade July 3 rd. Participation is encouraged but not required. July 8 th - Gym wide pool party August- Practice continues Choreography clean up weekend - Mandatory September- Practice continues Closed September 3 rd -5 th for Labor Day Weekend October-Practice continues November- Competitions begin Closed November 24 th -26 th for Thanksgiving December- Competitions in early December Closed December 23 rd - January 2 nd For Christmas break. January- Competitions February- Competitions March- Competitions Closed 11 th -17 th for Spring Break April- Last month of Competitions. For teams that receive bids to the Summit and Worlds, These take place in April. Mini teams are not eligible for Summit bids Closed April 16 th for Easter Page 12 of 15
ALL STAR TEAM PLACEMENT REGISTRATION FORM Athlete name: Ages (as of August 21 st, 2016) Birthday / / Current Grade Parent Name: Preferred Phone Number: ( ) - In case of Emergency contact phone number ( ) - Name of Emergency contact Parent Email Address: Please initial I have read the packet entirely. I understand the financial requirements for all-star cheerleading. I have read the expectations page and agree to abide by these expectations. I understand that annual fees and uniform fees are non-refundable I understand the coaches will place athletes on a team based on ability and age I agree to Dynasty s social media policy Please circle one Are you a current Dynasty Athlete? YES NO If you are new to Dynasty list any Cheerleading, Tumbling, or Dance experience: If you are new to Dynasty please let us know how you heard about us: I have read and understand all of the information in this packet. I realize that failure to comply with the financial commitment or outlined expectations will be grounds for consequences up to and including my cheerleader being asked to leave Dynasty. Parent Name Signature Date / / Page 13 of 15
PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT, RELEASE AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK In consideration of the services of Dynasty All Star Cheer and Tumbling LLC, its owners, agents, officers, employees, and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf (hereinafter collectively referred to as DAS ), I hereby agree to release, discharge, and hold harmless DAS, on behalf of myself, my children, my parents, my heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate as follows: 1. I understand and acknowledge that the activities that I or my child engage in while on the premises or under the auspices of DAS pose known and unknown risks which could result in injury, paralysis, death, emotional distress, or damage to my, my child, to property, or to third parties. The following describes some, but not all, of those risks: Cheerleading and gymnastics, including performances of stunts and use of trampolines, entail certain risks that simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. Without a certain degree of risk, cheerleading students would not improve their skills and the enjoyment of the sport would be diminished. Cheerleading and gymnastics expose participants to the usual risk of cuts and bruises, and other more serious risks as well. Participants often fall, sprain or break wrists, and ankles, and can suffer more serious injuries. Traveling to and from shows, meets and exhibitions raises the possibilities of any manner of transportation accidents. In any event, if you or your child is injured, medical assistance may be required which you must pay for yourself. 2. I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks, known and unknown, connected with DAS related activities, including but not limited to performance of stunts and use of trampolines. My participation and that of my child is purely voluntary. No one has forced or coerced me or my child to participate. I elect for myself and my children to participate in such activities in spite of the risks. 3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to hold harmless, and indemnify DAS from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions or rights of action, which are related to, arise out of, or are in any way connected with my child s participation in DAS related activities. 4. Should DAS be required to incur attorneys fee and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and reimburse them for such fees and costs. 5. I certify that my child has health, accident, and liability insurance to cover bodily injury or property damage that may be caused or suffered while participation in this event or activity, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage to my child. I further certify that I am willing to assume and bear the costs of all risks that may arise or be created, directly or indirectly, through or by any such condition. 6. In the event that I file a lawsuit against DAS, I agree to do so solely in the state of Iowa and I further agree that the substantive and procedural laws in that state shall apply in any such action without regard to the conflict of laws rules thereof. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. 7. By signing this document, I acknowledge that if anyone is hurt or property is damaged during my participation or the participation of any of my children in this activity, I may be found by court of law to have waived my right to main a lawsuit against DAS on the basis of any claim from which I have released SA by signing this Agreement. 8. I have had sufficient opportunity to read this entire document. I have read it and understand it. I agree to be bound by its terms. Signature of Participant or parent: Print Name: Date: PARENTS OR GUARDIANS ADDITIONAL INDEMNIFICATION (Must be completed for participants under the age of 18) In consideration of (print minor s name) ( Minor ) being permitted by DAS to participate in its activities and to use its equipment and facilities, I further agree to indemnify and hold DAS from any and all claims which are brought by, or on behalf of Minor and which are in any way connected with such use or participation by Minor. Parent/ Guardian: Print Name: Date: Page 14 of 15
WAIVER Athlete Name Primary Care Physician Telephone Number Insurance Carrier Policy Number Allergies List all previous injuries and/ or physical limitation(s) List all current medications: -Video and Photography Release: I understand that my child s photograph/video may be taken during the course of class instruction or during a special event. I hereby grant my permission for the resulting video and/or photograph to be used for any and all publicity and printing purposes. -I hereby release Dynasty Cheer and Tumbling staff to render first aid in the event of any injury or illness, to seek medical assistance if deemed necessary and to transport to a medical facility or to call an ambulance. Parents Signature Date Page 15 of 15