Sunday, 28 April 2013

Important NJ Cheerleading Tips For A Newbie

By Janelle Burnett


NJ cheerleading can be a momentous task if have never tried it before. You will tend to be nervous all the time, something that can have negative impacts on how you perform on the actual day of try-outs. The following are tips that will come in handy for you especially for competitive cheerleading.

Before the try-outs, you need to talk to the coach since it is him or her who knows what he or she wants for the team. Also, you should ensure that you have prepared in advance and not wait until the try-outs day before getting ready. It can take some time to get in perfect shape for the occasion. Get to know the requirements well in advance before the day.

Talking to your fellow cheerleaders is also very important. This lets you know that it is not just you who is feeling nervous but also other cheerleaders. Get a friend from fellow cheerleaders. You want someone you can talk to and share experience with. You help keep both of you motivated by talking to each other. You can calm your nerves this way.

Then there is the week of practice. Before try-outs, most squads do have practice sessions. This way, the coach is able to train everyone on skills that are required for try-outs. It is also at this time that the coach can evaluate how good you are at working with others. Take the practice session as the time to make friends as you work hard.

During the sessions, self-confidence is of vital importance. This is irrespective of whether you are good at it or not. Possessing the right attitude and sportsmanship will be very important at this point. Be more adventurous and open to trying new things.

On the night prior to the day of try-outs, get as much sleep as possible. This gives you the energy you will require to impress the judges and the audience. Your clothing is very important. Have clothes that fit in well. Oversized shirts should be avoided since they can impede you from seeing motions. Be comfortable in your outfit. It is a very bad sight when you have to tug at your shirt right in the middle of the try-outs.

Before being called to perform, take some three deep breaths. Believe that you can do this and tell that to your self. This way, you are preparing yourself mentally ahead of the task at hand. When entering the floor, be as enthusiastic as possible. You should let the judges know that you can perform. Try to smile naturally. If you fake it, judges can easily detect it. You want judges to know that you are having real fun.

Using a loud clear voice is very important during the NJ cheerleading competition. Make a point not to chop or sing your words. Make the words sharp and clear. Ts and Rs should be pronounced well. Also, use expressions and not sound like a robot. The audience does not love a monotone voice. In case you are not sure about what you are being told to do by the judges, ask them to explain.




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