One of our great judges is the co-owner and coach at Cheer Force One in Pataskala. She wanted to share the information for their half season competition teams with all of you! If you are interested you will need to move quickly as tryouts are this coming Saturday Nov 9th from 3:30-5pm. If you have questions call Kellie DeBellis at 614-361-9622 or email cf1office@ymail.com.

1. 2013 – 2014
Half-Season Tryout Packet
Owners: Kellie DeBellis, Debi Burnette
Billing/Parent Portal: Monica Marcum
Parent Booster President: Patty Morrison
For Information Contact:
cf1office@ymail.com
Billing: monica.cf1cheer@gmail.com
Website: www.cheerforce1.com

2. Dear Cheer Force One All-Star Athletes and Parents,
Thank you for your interest in the Cheer Force One All-Star cheerleading program. We would
like to extend a warm welcome to all the new families who are looking to join our All-Star
program for the first time and welcome back our veteran families! We encourage you to read
through this packet thoroughly as it will give insight about what to expect during tryouts as well
as what to expect throughout the season. Our veteran families should also read through this
packet as it explains our policies this season. If you have questions, please ask! We are happy to
help and can also put you in contact with our veteran families that can help answer some
questions too.
Cheer Force One All-Star Mission Statement – Our mission at Cheer Force One is to enrich the
lives of the children and their families through the sport of competitive cheerleading. Our goal
is to teach our athletes the value of commitment, hard work, integrity, leadership, selfconfidence, positive attitude and a love for the sport of competitive cheerleading. Each and
every family is important to us and our program! You will not get lost in a crowd or feel like just
another number. At Cheer Force One, WE ARE A FAMILY!
We would like to remind you of the importance of reading through this packet in its entirety.
Enclosed is a list of expectations for both students and parents, a breakdown of financial
obligations as well as forms that must be signed and returned before your athlete may begin
the tryout process.
We thank you again for your interest in the Cheer Force One All-Star program and hope you
find the enclosed information helpful and informative. We would be happy to help with any
additional questions you may have. You may contact us at 614-361-9622 or email
cf1office@ymail.com.
Good Luck and we will see you at tryouts!
Thank You,
The Cheer Force One Staff

3. GENERAL TRYOUT INFORMATION
At Cheer Force One, you try out for the CF1 program, not a specific team. This year there will
be new teams and changes to our existing teams, in terms of skill requirements, practice
schedules and competition divisions. There are NO pre-defined teams and competition divisions
will not be decided until after tryouts and teams are formed. We are going to form the best
possible teams based on the overall talent, not on current team rosters. All teams at Cheer
Force One are built based upon placing each team in a position to score as high as possible in
competition. Each team must be able to stunt, jump, tumble, dance, etc. at a level that will
enable them to maximize the score sheet. Please trust the CF1 staff to build teams that will be
successful in the competition arena. Our focus is to build the strongest teams possible and to
make sure each athlete is placed on a team where they can excel and have a positive
experience. There are so many sides to designing a winning gym and teams that we appreciate
your confidence in our knowledge and experience.
The Cheer Force One coaches are confident in the placement of our athletes. The best interest
of our athletes comes first at CF1. If you have any concerns about the placement of YOUR
athlete, you may communicate them to the coaches via email.
Cheer Force One will provide a practice atmosphere at tryouts. Each athlete will be judged on
the following skills, motions, jumps, standing tumbling, and running tumbling. Cheerleaders’
skills will be assessed and they will be placed on a team accordingly. Team levels are
determined by the skill level of the majority of the team. Levels are decided by the coaching
staff and may change throughout the season. ** Please note – No parents will be permitted in
the gym area during tryouts.
Cheer Force One reserves the right to evaluate all cheerleaders on their previous years of
participation. Attendance, attitude, conduct and skills are just some of the areas that will be
looked at. All current CF1 athletes must attend tryouts to be considered for placement on a
team.
The gym may add cheerleaders during the season. Individuals that are added after the season
starts must have the equivalent skills for the team where they are placed.
Note: Age is a huge consideration when placing athletes on teams. It is our policy that all
athletes participate first on the team they are placed on at tryouts, and second, may be chosen
to cross-over. A Cross-over is an athlete that participates in more than one team but no more
than a total of three teams. Some athletes may volunteer for or be asked to participate on
multiple teams based upon several factors. A few of those factors are: skills, their consistency
and safety, maturity and availability. Ultimately the decision is at the discretion of the CF1

4. Coaching Staff. All Coaching Staffs’ decisions are made in the best interest of the program as a
whole and are final.
Tryout evaluations dates and times
The same motion and jump sequences will be taught at each clinic. Tryout packet and
registration fee must be turned in prior to attending tryouts. Cheerleaders will be asked to
perform the motion and jump sequence at tryouts. Cheerleaders will also perform tumbling at
tryouts.
Half-Season Team Tryouts
Saturday, November 9th, 2013 –
3:30 – 5:00 pm
CHECKLIST FOR TRYOUTS
All Forms must be completed and turned in prior to the day of the clinics!
____ All-Stars Team Registration Form
____ Phone Directory/Emergency Contact Form
____Tryout Fee: $25
____ Waiver and Agreement to Terms and Conditions
____ Member & Parent Contract
____ Recruiting Form (optional)
All forms must be completed and returned along with your tryout fee. Your child’s birth
certificate will need to be uploaded onto USASF at a later date if you are new to the program.

5. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS
All Star cheerleading requires a substantial financial commitment from each family. The
following cost expectations have been carefully put together as an estimate of costs for the
2013-2014 season. Please carefully consider the financial commitment you are making. Please
note that the expenses do not include travel and lodging to out-of-town competitions.
Monthly tuition is due each month on the 1st and considered late after the 15th. Additionally,
All Stars will be required to pay additional fees as outlined in the price list below. It is the
responsibility of the parents to stay on top of payments and not fall behind. Any athlete with a
balance on the 15th of the month will be required to sit out until the account is made current.
Excessive tardiness of payment will result in removal of the athlete from the program. If the
athlete is removed due to failure to keep his/her account current, no refunds will be issued for
any previously paid fees. Any account with a balance remaining after the 15th of the month will
be charged a $25 late fee. A $25 fee will be charged on all returned checks.
DISCOUNTS - Monthly tuition for families with multiple athletes on All Star teams will be
discounted as follows: A $15.00/month sibling discount will be awarded for the second child of
a family participating with Cheer Force One. All other fees will apply per athlete.

6. FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS
EXPENSE
Tryout Fee
AMOUNT
$25.00
DUE DATE
Prior to team placement
Monthly Tuition
$55.00 Level 1 & 2 Teams
Monthly Tumbling
(OPTIONAL but strongly
encouraged)
Coaches Fee
Choreography & Music
This covers the cost of custom
music & choreographer fees.
Competition Uniform
Hair Bow
Competition Fees
$25.00 level 1 and 2
1 of each month~ will begin in
November and end in March
st
1 of each month~ will begin in
November and end in March
Make-up
Practice Wear
$15.00
Each athlete will be provided
with a CF1 shirt.
Shoes
Each athlete is expected to
wear clean, white tennis shoes
to all practices and
competitions. These shoes are
to ONLY be worn inside.
WAIVED
Booster Fee
Extra Costs
st
$15.00
$25.00
December 1, 2013
December 1, 2013
$125.00 estimate
$20.00
$80.00
December 15, 2013
January 1, 2014
½ due on January 1, 2014
½ due on February 1, 2014
January 15, 2014
Everyone is expected to wear CF1 tshirt, black or grey shorts and noshow white socks to practice.
** Competition fees are estimated. Half-season team(s) will only
compete at two competitions.
We will have multiple fundraisers to help offset costs!
Please make sure all payments are labeled with athlete’s name and a reference of what the
payment is for. If you have any questions regarding your account, please email Monica at
monica.cf1cheer@gmail.com.
There may be additional fees throughout the season for miscellaneous items such as t-shirts,
warm-ups, USASF membership, etc.

7. PRACTICE
Half-season team(s) will practice on either Saturday or Sunday for 2-3 hours. Practice time(s),
day(s) and length(s) will be determined by the half-season director and owners post tryouts.
Athletes and families will be notified of practice days and times within 48 hours of tryouts.
Please note that there may be added practices at the discretion of the coaching staff.
Practice wear is a requirement. This would include the required shirt or sports bra(if
applicable), black or grey shorts, no show socks, and clean, white tennis shoes.
All Star team practices are closed. Parents will have the opportunity at certain times during the
season to observe what the teams are working on – these times will be determined by the
coaches.
At Cheer Force One we offer stunting and tumbling for levels for 1-5. We do not allow athletes
to train at any other facilities while at Cheer Force One. We also do not allow advertisement or
representation for any other gym. This includes but not limited to wearing other gyms apparel.
Failure to follow these rules will result in removal from our program.
Our attendance policy is as follows: You are expected to attend all practices, exhibitions, and
competitions as a team. Our routines are coordinated around every team member. Therefore,
one member’s absence has a negative impact on all other team members. Be prepared to
rearrange your schedule as needed; however, we will try to maintain a routine schedule in
order for you to be able to make advance personal plans.
Although there are no excused absences for competition, if you are going to be absent during a
practice night it must be preapproved.
Three missed unexcused practices will be an immediate suspension or dismissal from the
team/program. One missed competition will be immediate suspension or dismissal from the
team/ program. Failure to pay fees will result in the athlete sitting our until fees are current
and/ or dismissal from the team/program.

8. PARENT/CHEERLEADER CODE OF CONDUCT

If you ever have a problem, with anything, please do not hesitate to contact the gym, your
coach, or the owners. We are here for YOU.

Please feel free to talk to your coach about anything; just remember to do it at the
appropriate times. For example, approaching a coach in the middle of a practice would not
be an appropriate time. Respect the coach’s personal time and the gym schedule. If you
need to discuss your cheerleader with the coach, please leave them a note or send an email
to set up a meeting time.

If a problem arises between you and a team mate or another parent, the problem will be
addressed with all parties involved at a meeting with your coach and the owners.

It is your responsibility to wear the appropriate practice wear to every practice.

Any additional clothing items (sweats, long pants, etc.), cell phones, school bags, or gym
bags must be taken into the gym and stored in the cubbies. Cell phones must be turned off
when practice starts.

Please do not take valuables to the gym; we are not responsible for unattended items.

All cheerleaders are expected to put 100% effort into each practice and competition. Less
than that effort affects the total team and based on coach’s discretion, and consequences
may be applied.

You must arrive at all practices, competitions or any scheduled event on time. Punctuality is
a MUST.

Practices may be changed or added at any time during the season.

During practice all squad and routine decisions are left to the discretion of the coaches.

NO GOSSIP about any other teams (All-Star or school), NO GOSSIP about a child on your
team or another team. NO GOSSIP about coaches and staff. It is much better to address a
problem than to participate in idle gossip.

Never post any negative comments on any websites or chat rooms.

9. 
No one is allowed to post CF1 all-star music, choreography, routines, stunts, etc. on any
websites. This includes, but is not limited to “My Space”, “Face Book”, “YouTube”, etc.

Any use of the CF1 logo needs to be approved. No selling CF1 pictures, videos, and
merchandise for your own profit unless approved by Debi or Kellie.

Anonymous emails/letters/texts/twitters, etc. will be ignored.

Every year we go through losses and additions of team members. The dismissal/addition of
a team member is solely the coach’s decision.

Anyone threatening to quit or to pull their child from a squad will be dismissed from the
program immediately.

Withholding a child from a practice or a competition should never be used as a form of
punishment.

It is the parent’s responsibility to know what is going on with your squad. Check your emails
and the website regularly.

Athletes should be able to handle school work and All-star practices, homework is not an
acceptable excuse for missing practice.

Parents, relatives, friends and cheerleaders are never allowed to speak with competition
officials or judges for any reason.

Parents are never allowed to represent CF1 under any circumstances concerning
accommodations, competitions or any other situation.

There will be no arguing or questioning of the coaching staff ’s decisions at competitions.

No smoking, drinking of alcoholic beverages or use of drugs. This can warrant immediate
dismissal from the squad.

No profanity or abusive language.

Challenging the authority of the coach or any person in charge by a student or parent will be
an automatic dismissal from the team.

All CF1 cheerleaders and CF1 family/friends will show good sportsmanship at all times.

The Owners may change, add or subtract any rule at any time.

10. EXPLANATION OF USASF LEVELS 2013
All teams at Cheer Force One are structured based on USASF (United States All Star Federation)
rules, guidelines and age requirements. Please see www.usasf.net for the full list of rules. Many
people are unaware of these rules and we would like to keep you informed of how we will
select our teams for the upcoming 2012-2013 season. Teams will be selected based on
tumbling ability, age, and stunting position.
(Ages based on age as of August 31, 2013)
Senior: 18 yrs. and younger*
Junior: 14 yrs. and younger
Youth: 11 yrs. and younger
Mini: 8 yrs. and younger
Tiny: 5 yrs. and younger
The USASF has issued new regulations for the 2012-13 season regarding the ages guidelines.
They have placed a minimum age on Senior teams. For Levels 1-4, the minimum age is 10, and
for Senior Level 5, the minimum age is 12.
PLEASE NOTE: ability to execute these skills will not always guarantee or prevent you from
being placed on a specific level team. Remember, cheerleading is a TEAM sport. Placements are
made to make each Cheer Force One team the best they can be! If a candidate demonstrates
an exceptional strength in another area besides tumbling, like jumps, dancing, basing, back
spotting or flying, they may be placed on a squad that is higher than their individual tumbling
skills. On the other hand, simply having the necessary tumbling skills does not mean that a
candidate will automatically make that level. We are looking for well-rounded athletes with a
strong work ethic and tumbling skills that are clean and consistent, especially at the higher
levels. If a candidate demonstrates a weakness in a specific skill area, demonstrates a low work
ethic, or has a history of missing classes or practices due to outside conflicts, they may be
placed on a team lower than their tumbling skill level.
Additionally, we cannot guarantee that all ability levels will be available for all ages. The
creation of squads at specific skill and age levels will be determined based on the demographics
of the athletes.
Level 1
Standing Tumbling: (Cartwheel, round-off required, prefer back walkover)
Running Tumbling: (Cartwheel, round-off required, prefer back walkover)
Jumps: One toe touch
Stunts: Prep level stunts and below.

11. Level 2
Standing Tumbling: Standing back handspring
Running Tumbling: Round-off back handspring and/or series back handsprings
Jumps: One toe touch, pike (not connected)
Stunts: Extended two-legged stunts and prep level single-legged stunts. Intermediate flexibility
for climbers
Level 3
Standing Tumbling: Series standing back handsprings
Running Tumbling: Round-off back handspring tuck and/or round-off back tuck
Jumps: Double toe touch and/or connected jump sequence
Stunts: Extended single legged stunts. Advanced/Elite flexibility for climbers
Level 4
Standing Tumbling: Standing back tuck and/or standing back handspring tuck
Running Tumbling: Round-off handspring layout and/or specialty pass to tuck
Jumps: Triple connected jump sequence
Stunts: Extended single legged stunts. Elite flexibility and double downs for climbers.
Level 5
Standing Tumbling: Standing full or standing pass with a full
Running Tumbling: Running Pass with a Full or Double Full
Jumps: Triple Toe Back Tuck
Stunts: Full Up to Elite Level Stunt with Double Down; Kick Double Basket

12. Age as of August
31, 2013
_____________
2013-2014 All-Stars
Team Registration
Athlete Name: __________________________________________
Date of Birth: ______________
Athlete Email: __________________________________________
Athlete Cell: (___)___________
Address: _____________________________________________
City/State/Zip: ______________
Mother Name: _________________________________________
Mother Cell: (___)____________
Father Name: _________________________________________
Father Cell: (___)_____________
Current School: __________________________________ _____
Home Phone: (___)____________
Grade for 2013-2014 Year: _____________
Do you accept incoming text: Y or N
Parent E-mail ~Important Updates: _______________________________________________________
How Did You Hear About Us? ___________________________
Put an “X” next to the skills you currently have. This does not determine your team placement.
Tumbling
Tosses (flyers only)
__ Lv-1 (no Back Handspring)
__Lv-2 (straight up extension)
__Lv-2 (Back Handspring)
__Lv-3 (Full Twisting
__Lv-3 (Back Tuck)
Straight Ride)
__Lv-4 (Layout or
__Lv-4 (Kick Full)
Standing Tuck
__Lv-5 (Kick Full Double)
__Lv-5 (Full or Double)
Are you interested in competing on two teams? YES NO
Jumps
__ Tuck
__ Toe Touch
__Hurdler
__Pike
__ Combination
Stunting
__Base
__Flyer
__Front/Back Spot
Previous Cheer Experience/ Team? ______________________________________________
(You can list NONE – It’s OK!! We have a team for you!!)
Please circle T-shirt Size:
T-shirt:
Youth S
Youth M
Youth L
Youth XL Adult XS
Adult S Adult M
Adult L

13. WAIVER AND AGREEMENT
TO TERMS AND CONDITIONS
I, the undersigned, parent/guardian of, ______________________________, understand that
participating in any activities at Cheer Force One or any other affiliated events with Cheer Force One,
comes with certain degree of risk of injuries to the athlete. I agree to assume all risk and hereby release
Cheer Force One and any of its owners, employers, employees, or volunteers from any and all liabilities.
I understand that all medical expenses are sole responsibility of the athlete or the athlete’s family.
Cheer Force One expects all athletes to carry their own medical insurance, which is not provided by
Cheer Force One.
I also give permission to Cheer Force One and any other affiliated approved third parties the right to
film, photograph, alter photographs or videotape the athlete. I give Cheer Force One all rights to use
any videotapes, photographs, and/or publications of the athlete in any promotional usage and/or any
other means, without compensation.
MEDICAL RELEASE
I hereby authorize and give consent to any approved staff members of Cheer Force One to take
whatever action necessary for any medical treatment when parent/guardian cannot be reached. I
understand that by signing this form that Cheer Force One is not liable for any injuries incurred during
competitions, practices, classes, events, and/ or anywhere upon the premises of Cheer Force One. I
have disclosed all medical or physical information on the athlete mentioned above. I certify that the
named individual is physically capable and able to fulfill their requirements needed to be an athlete at
Cheer Force One.
Parent /Guardian Name_______________________________________________
Please Print
Signature ___________________________________________________________
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ABOVE TERMS AND AGREEMENTS.
Insurance Company____________________________________________________
Policy Number_______________________________________________________
Medical info/Allergies__________________________________________________
Doctor’s Name _________________________ Address _______________________
Dentist’s Name _________________________ Address _______________________

14. PHONE DIRECTORY/
EMERGENCY CONTACT FORM
List ALL phone numbers where you can be reached at ANY TIME!
Athlete Name: __________________________________________
Date of Birth: ______________
Athlete Email: __________________________________________
Athlete Cell: (___)___________
Address: _____________________________________________
City/State/Zip: ______________
Mother Name: _________________________________________
Mother Cell: (___)____________
Father Name: _________________________________________
Father Cell: (___)_____________
Parent E-mail: _________________________________________
Home Phone: (___)____________
Emergency Contact: _____________________________________
Phone: (___)_________________

15. All-Star Recruiting Form 2013-14
New All-Star’s Name__________________________________ Phone #________________________
The All Star Recruiting Program is designed to help current All-Stars reduce their monthly training fees
while building a bigger and better All-Star program. For every new recruit a current All-Star brings into
the program, they receive a credit for one month’s All-Star tuition. Only one credit can be given per new
recruit, so it is very important that you let us know what current All-Star recruited you into the 2012-13
program. Please list their name in the space provided. Remember, in order for us to credit an All-Star,
their name has to be listed on this form and signed by you! Please complete and return this form to the
gym office as soon as possible so we can properly credit your recruiting All-Star.
Please list the name of the current All-Star who recruited you into the 2012-13 Cheer Force One All-Star
program. If you were not recruited by a current All-Star, please leave blank.
Recruiting All-Star’s Name:_____________________________ Phone # __________________________
Please read the following and sign: I authorize Cheer Force One to assign a recruiting credit to the AllStar listed above. I understand that only one credit can be assigned per new recruit, and that the
recruiting All-Star listed above is accurate.
_____________________________________________
__________________________________
Parent Signature
Date