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Shire Elite Cheerleading 2018 Information Pack CONTENTS About Us 3 Contact Details 3 Reception Hours 3 Our Programs 4 Cheer 5 Dance 6 Classes 7 Other Programs 7 Private Lessons 8 Open Gym 8 Program Commitment, Training Requirements And Costs Summary 9 Compulsory Competition Attendance 10 Key Dates For The Year 11 Timetable 12 How To Enrol 13 2

2018 Information Pack Shire Elite Cheerleading ABOUT US Thank you for showing interest in our program here at Shire Elite Cheerleading. We are so excited to have the opportunity to introduce you to the amazing sport of Cheerleading and we hope to be welcoming you into our cheer family very soon! At Shire Elite we pride ourselves on our positive culture and family environment, where every student is given the coaching and support to help them to become the best athlete they can be. Our club has a clear focus on teamwork, getting the most out of training and most importantly our family culture. We welcome all into our gym, where each and every athlete enjoys the rewards of hard work, progressive learning, success and relationships that last a lifetime. We strive to provide our athletes with a home in our gym, where like-minded students and coaches can encourage and support each other to reach their next level. With a commitment to inspiring our students and enriching their lives, Shire Elite continues to strive for perfection, aiming to offer our athletes and families the very best. CONTACT DETAILS 14 / 1-13 Atkinson Rd, Taren Point 2229 PO Box 2329 Taren Point NSW 2229 1800 744 733 0497 441 015 admin@shireelite.com.au www.shireelite.com.au Shire Elite Cheerleading shireelitecheer RECEPTION HOURS Monday - Friday 3:30pm - 6:30pm Please feel free to contact us outside of these hours as we try our very best to be as responsive as possible at all times, however on some occasions you may not receive a response until during the above reception hours. 3

Shire Elite Cheerleading 2018 Information Pack OUR PROGRAMS 4

2018 Information Pack Shire Elite Cheerleading CHEER: Competitive Cheer Team Our competitive cheerleading teams are well known within the industry for their success at competitions both locally and nationwide. Our competition teams are for those athletes who are ready to work hard as an integral component of their team towards building an amazing routine which will be performed at multiple competitions throughout the season. Training and competing on one of our competition teams is an unbelievably rewarding experience; as there is no better feeling than performing with your team in front of crowds of thousands of cheering spectators. Our competitive cheer teams require a high level of dedication from both athletes and their families, with full attendance expected for all trainings and competitions throughout the year. All athletes are placed in a team which best suits them, with other athletes of the same ability and age. At Shire Elite, all of our teams are important to us and all are selected in order to succeed. Semi-Competitive Cheer Team At Shire Elite, we want to give everyone the opportunity to cheer and to experience and participate in this this amazing sport! However, we are aware that not all athletes and families can fully commit to our financial requirements and training schedule on top of other sports, school activities and work commitments. For this reason, we are introducing Semi-Competitive Cheer teams in 2018, to allow athletes the chance to experience the excitement of competition teams, with a reduced training and competition schedule and lower financial requirements. 5

Shire Elite Cheerleading 2018 Information Pack DANCE: Competitive Hip Hop Team Hip hop is an energetic style of dance, combining body isolations, tricks, street style and popular culture to form a creative and dynamic routine. Hip hop presents the opportunity for students to showcase their unique talent and skills, whilst welcoming individual personality and catering to all abilities. Our hip hop teams provide a safe and welcoming environment where each student is encouraged to be themselves with confidence. Our competitive hip hop teams are just as well known as our cheer teams within the industry for their success at competitions. We are known for our ability to produce high end, innovative and super entertaining routines comprised of true street style hip hop choreography. Competitive Pom Team Pom is an extremely athletic combination of advanced turns, kicks and jumps with high levels of strength and stamina required. Synchronisation and teamwork is the key to a strong Pom routine, along with sharp motions and intricate visual effects. Male dancers may or may not use poms. We are so excited to be introducing Pom to our program in 2018! Competitive Jazz Team Jazz is a highly technical form of dance with focus placed on execution, style, control, transitions and creativity. A jazz routine incorporates stylised dance movements and combinations, formation changes, group work, leaps and turns performed to high energy music. Emphasis is placed on proper technical execution, extension, body placement and team uniformity. We are so excited to also be introducing Jazz to our program in 2018! 6

2018 Information Pack Shire Elite Cheerleading CLASSES: You do not need to be on a competition team at Shire Elite to enrol in any of the below classes. Tumble Our tumble classes are designed to teach basic through to advanced tumble skills in a fun, safe and progressive environment. Tumble classes are split into levels ranging from level 1-5. Each athlete is assessed and placed in a class that is best suited to their current tumble ability and future skill development. As the athlete develops their skills they will be moved up through each tumbling level. Stretch & Condition Stretch & condition classes are for those who wish to increase their overall fitness. Classes will focus on increasing flexibility, strength, power and cardio endurance. Increasing overall fitness can be one of the fastest ways to speed up your skill development in all areas of cheer. Flex & Lines Flex & lines classes aim to increase flexibility and flyer body position technique. These classes are very important for flyers in particular. OTHER PROGRAMS: Group & Partner Stunt We offer level appropriate group and partner stunt training for those interested in further developing their stunting. This training option is also great for those athletes that love to stunt but are not ready or are unable to commit to a cheer team. Dance Doubles Dance doubles are a perfect option for those students who are interested in further developing their skills or simply spending a bit more time dancing each week. They are also a great option for dancers who are unable to fully commit to a competitive dance team. How much fun would it be training a dance double with your best friend! 7

Shire Elite Cheerleading 2018 Information Pack Private Lessons Open to both Shire Elite members and the general public Private lessons are designed for students wishing to receive private coaching in any aspect of cheer and/or dance. They can be formatted to focus on any specific skills that an athlete is wishing to gain, perfect or master. Private lessons are available as a ½ hr or 1 hr session. Open Gym Open to both Shire Elite members and the general public Open gym is held each Friday night. These sessions are an awesome opportunity to come into the gym and do some extra work on your skills. We have coaches available to help you work on your tumbling, jumps, stunting or anything else you would like to spend some extra time working. All athletes competing in group or partner stunt will train during these times. 8

2018 Information Pack Shire Elite Cheerleading PROGRAM COMMITMENT, TRAINING REQUIREMENTS AND COSTS SUMMARY All members will be required to pay a one-off enrolment fee of $100PP for the year (excluding casual Private Lesson &/or casual Open Gym attendance). This enrolment fee covers your 2018 Australian All Star Cheerleading Federation membership, Personal Accident Insurance Cover and a Shire Elite t-shirt. COMMITMENT LEVEL: MIN TRAINING HOURS REQUIRED PER WEEK: TRAINING FEES: OTHER COSTS: CHEER TEAM SEMI CHEER TEAM OPEN HIP HOP TEAM DANCE TEAMS (OTHER THAN OPEN HIP HOP) CLASSES: S & C F & L GROUP & PARTNER STUNT High Medium High High Level 1/2: 3 hours Level 3: 5 hours Level 4/5: 7 hours Flyers 1 extra hour 1 hour 2 hours 1 hour $14PP per hour (unlimited hours: $70) Competition Fees = $420 Uniform Fee = $320 Shoes = $20 - $150 Competition Fees = $240 Uniform Fee = $80 Shoes = $20 - $150 Competition Fees = $420 Uniform Fee = TBC (<$250) Competition Fees = $420 Uniform Fee = TBC (<$250) Low 1 hour NA Medium 1 hour* $10PP per Open Gym session Competition Fees = 240 DANCE DOUBLES Medium See below** $40PP per hour Competition Fees = $240 Uniform Fee = TBC (<$250) PRIVATE LESSONS Low No minimum*** $30PP per half hour NA OPEN GYM Low No minimum casual basis $10PP per Open Gym session NA * Group & Partner Stunt: train during open gym sessions. You will need to organise what sessions you are attending with your group and/or partner. It is not compulsory to train every week; however, your group/ partner pair will only be permitted to compete if coaching staff deem the routine to be ready in the weeks leading into each competition. ** Dance Doubles: train via private lessons. You will need to complete a minimum of 10 hours of private lessons prior to your first competition. You will then need to train an agreed number of private lessons prior to each further competition. *** Private Lessons: can be booked on an ongoing weekly basis, a one-off casual basis, or via a block of sessions. 9

Shire Elite Cheerleading 2018 Information Pack COMPULSORY COMPETITION ATTENDANCE If you are unable to attend a compulsory competition, please contact us immediately to discuss your options. CHEER TEAMS SEMI CHEER TEAMS DANCE TEAMS IMPORTANT DETAILS SPIRIT INDUSTRIES AUSTRALIA CHAMPIONSHIPS Sutherland 7/8 July Sat - dance Sun - cheer *could become a one day competition, where all teams would then compete on the Sun. AASCF CHEER BATTLE Sydney Olympic Park 27/28/29 July Fri - novice teams Sat & Sun - all non-novice teams compete on both days CHEERCON DURAL Dural 11 Aug AASCF DANCE BATTLE Sydney Olympic Park 18/19 Aug Sat - novice teams Sat & Sun - all non-novice teams compete on both days AASCF NSW STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS Sydney Olympic Park 7/8/9 Sept Fri - novice teams, GS, PS, DD Sat & Sun - all non-novice teams compete on one of these two days CHEERBRANDZ NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Sydney Olympic Park 2/3/4 Nov Fri or Sat or Sun - all teams compete once over one of these three days AASCF NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS Broadbeach, QLD 23/24/25 Nov Fri - novice teams, GS, PS, DD Sat & Sun - all non-novice teams compete on one of these two days 10

2018 Information Pack Shire Elite Cheerleading KEY DATES FOR THE YEAR SAT 10 DEC 2017 > 2018 Team Placements Round 1 SUN 21 JAN > 2018 Team Placements Round 2 (if positions are still available on teams) TERM 1 MON 29 JAN > First Day of Term 1 FRI 30 MAR MON 2 APR > Gym Closed (Easter) SAT 14 APR > Last Day of Term 1 SAT 28 APR > First Day of Term 2 TERM 2 SAT 26 / SUN 27 MAY SAT 2 / SUN 3 JUN > MON 11 JUN > Gym Closed (Queen s B day) Team Bonding Weekend 1 x 2hr session per team over one of these weekends organised by your team captains FRI 6 JUL > Last Day of Term 2 SAT 7 SUN 8 JUL > SPIRIT INDUSTRIES AUSTRALIA CHAMPIONSHIPS COMPETITION MON 9 SAT 21 JUL > Holiday Training - Regular training continues over this school holiday break MON 23 JUL > First Day of Term 3 FRI 27 SUN 29 JUL > AASCF CHEER BATTLE COMPETITION TERM 3 SAT 11 AUG > CHEERCON DURAL COMPETITION SAT 18 SUN 19 AUG > AASCF DANCE BATTLE COMPETITION FRI 7 SUN 9 SEPT > AASCF NSW STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS COMPETITION SAT 29 SEPT > Last Day of Term 3 SAT 13 OCT > First Day of Term 4 FRI 2 - SUN 4 NOV > CHEERBRANDZ NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS COMPETITION SUN 18 NOV > Photo Day THUR 22 NOV > Gym Closed TERM 4 FRI 23 - SUN 25 NOV > AASCF NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS COMPETITION MON 26 WED 28 NOV > Gym Closed MON 3 - SAT 8 DEC > Bring a Friend Week SUN 9 DEC > 2019 Team Placements MON 10 - SAT 15 DEC > Party Week SAT 15 DEC > Last Day of Term 4 SUN 16 DEC > 2018 Christmas Party & Awards Night 11

Shire Elite Cheerleading 2018 Information Pack TIMETABLE Please note this timetable is a draft timetable and may vary slightly to our final 2018 timetable dependant on team placements results TIMES MON TUE WED 4pm - 5pm 5pm - 6pm LEVEL 1 SENIOR SEMI SENIOR LEVEL 1 YOUTH STRETCH & CONDITION SEMI MINI LEVEL 2 SENIOR FLEX & LINES SEMI JUNIOR STRETCH & CONDITION 6pm - 7pm LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 1 LEVEL 5 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 7pm - 8pm 8pm - 9pm LEVEL 1 OPEN FLEX & LINES LEVEL 5 OPEN LEVEL 3 SENIOR FLEX & LINES TIMES THUR FRI TIMES SAT 4pm - 5pm 5pm - 6pm LEVEL 1 YOUTH LEVEL 3 STRETCH & CONDITION PRE-LEVEL SEMI MINI FLEX & LINES 9am - 10am 10am - 11am POM JUNIOR JAZZ JUNIOR 6pm - 7pm 7pm - 8pm 8pm - 9pm LEVEL 1 LEVEL 5 OPEN LEVEL 5 OPEN GYM 11am - 12pm 12pm - 12:30pm 12:30pm - 1:30pm 1:30pm - 2:30pm HIP HOP JUNIOR HIP HOP OPEN 2:30pm - 3:30pm JAZZ OPEN 3:30pm - 4:30pm POM OPEN 12

2018 Information Pack Shire Elite Cheerleading HOW DO I ENROL? Your enrolment process will vary slightly depending on what you would like to enrol in. OPTION 1: Enrolling in a Competitive Cheer Team, a Competitive Dance Team or a Semi-Competitive Cheer Team If you wish to join one of our teams, simply book in to attend our 2018 Team Placements day on Sunday, December 10th, 2017 at our gym in Taren Point. If you have any questions at all, do not hesitate to email or call for a chat. Book your session here - https://goo.gl/forms/fec0dt61zx7pgjs63 Team Placement Details: Cost $10 Times: 9am - 11am: Level 1 - no requirements 11am - 12pm: Flyer tryouts #1 12pm - 2pm: Level 2-4 - must have a standing back handspring OR round off back handspring OR round off back tuck OR punch front 2pm - 3pm: Flyer tryouts #2 3pm - 5pm: 5pm - 6pm: Level 5 - must have a standing back tuck OR 2 x BHS to tuck OR a running layout OR by invite Level 5 Flyer tryouts 6pm - 7pm: 7pm - 8pm: Junior Dance (Hip Hop, Jazz & Pom) - ages 14 and under Open Dance (Hip Hop, Jazz & Pom) - ages 14 and over If you would like to tryout for a flying position, you will need to attend both your appropriate level session AND a flyer tryouts session. Please arrive 15 minutes early to fill out your team placement paperwork. Everyone makes a team! Have some friends who might also be interested? Please invite anyone that may also be interested in attending our team placements, we are so excited to introduce as many people as possible to our amazing sport in 2018! 13

Shire Elite Cheerleading 2018 Information Pack OPTION 2: Other Enrolment Options If you wish to enrol in any of our tumble, flex & lines and/or stretch & condition classes and are NOT interested in joining a team (ie not also enrolling in a Competitive Cheer Team, Competitive Dance Team or Semi-Competitive Cheer Team), simply enrol via our website: www.shireelite.com. au/enrolment or email admin@shireelite.com.au to book a free trial class. For any of the below options, please email admin@shireelite.com.au for enrolment information and/or to make a booking: Private Lessons Group Stunt Partner Stunt Dance Doubles Open Gym no enrolment necessary. You may simply turn up to any Friday night Open Gym session/s. The fee for Open Gym is $10 and a waiver must be signed before participating (one waiver to be completed to cover the full year). 14