Our elementary cheer program introduces athletes to cheerleading in a fun, supportive environment while building confidence, teamwork, and school spirit.

 

Athletes will cheer at youth basketball games while learning age-appropriate motions, cheers, routines, and performance skills.

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Team Options

 

Tiny Cheer (K-1)

Perfect for our youngest cheerleaders as they learn the fundamentals of cheer.

• Season runs January-March

• Practices approximately 2 days per week for 45 minutes

• Focus on basic motions, cheers, teamwork, and confidence-building

 

Mini Cheer (2-3)

Athletes continue developing their cheer skills while learning more advanced routines and performance techniques.

• Season runs January-March

• Practices approximately 2 days per week for 1 hour

• Focus on skill development, teamwork, and game-day performance

 

Youth Cheer (4-5)

Designed to prepare athletes for future middle school cheer opportunities while continuing to build leadership and confidence.

• Season runs January-March

• Practices approximately 2 days per week for 1.5 hour

• Focus on advanced motions, routines, leadership, and performance skills

 

Season Information

Registration

Registration typically opens in September

 

Team Placement

Team sizes may be capped based on registration numbers and available coaches. If teams reach capacity, athletes may be placed on a waitlist.

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Games & Performances

Athletes will cheer at NMYA basketball games on Saturdays, there may be some mid-week games depending on basketball schedules

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Costs 

• Tiny (K-1): $150-200

• Mini (2-3): $150-200

• Youth (4-5): $200-250

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Uniform Information

• Uniform sizing and ordering information will be provided after registration closes- each cheerleader owns their own uniform.

• Returning athletes may have opportunities to reuse eligible uniform pieces, helping reduce overall season costs.

• Additional spirit wear and optional items may also be available throughout the season.

• All teams from the 25-26 season will have the same uniforms for the 26-27 season

 

Fundraising Opportunities

NMYA offers optional fundraising opportunities to help offset cheer expenses, including:

• Fill the Bow Fundraiser

• Cookie Dough Fundraiser