As a wannabe cheerleader, you may be harboring the dream of getting into NJ cheerleading championship. Well, if that is the case, then you have your work cut out. You require plenty of practice sessions before the day of actual try-outs comes. Specifically, you want to eliminate the nervous moments that characterize a typical newbie performance.
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.
Another important thing would be to talk to your other fellow cheerleaders. If you feel nervous, you will realize that it is not just you alone but most of other cheerleaders as well. From fellow cheerleaders, try to get a friend with whom you can work. This way, both of you will be kept motivated. Also, you will have already known someone at try-outs. This is important in calming your nerves.
The week of practice is very important. This is a time during which squads have the time to train ahead of the try-outs. This is also the time when the trainer will drill everyone about what they need to do during try-outs. At this juncture, your coach also evaluates how nice you work with other people. Use the sessions to make friends and work hard with them.
During the practice sessions, you have to have self-confidence. It does not matter that you certainly are the best within the pack. Your attitude and sportsmanship will be very instrumental in ensuring your success in the try-outs. You should also be open and be in a position to try new things. You could think that you are giving your best but the gaffer thinks you would be better in doing another thing. Experiment with new things.
Now is the day of try-outs. Make sure you have had sufficient sleep time to give you the energy you require to impress the judges. Put on clothes that fit. If you wear oversized shirts, it becomes difficult to see motions. It is also important to be comfortable in whatever outfit you have worn. There is nothing worse than having to tug at your clothing in the course of cheering.
Prior to being called on stage to perform, inhale deeply three times. During the breathing in, convince yourself that you are up to the task. When getting to the floor, be very enthusiastic. Create an impression in the judges to the effect that you are up to it. Also, put on a natural smile. A fake smile will be easily detected. Your main goal is to show judges you are having 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.
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.
Another important thing would be to talk to your other fellow cheerleaders. If you feel nervous, you will realize that it is not just you alone but most of other cheerleaders as well. From fellow cheerleaders, try to get a friend with whom you can work. This way, both of you will be kept motivated. Also, you will have already known someone at try-outs. This is important in calming your nerves.
The week of practice is very important. This is a time during which squads have the time to train ahead of the try-outs. This is also the time when the trainer will drill everyone about what they need to do during try-outs. At this juncture, your coach also evaluates how nice you work with other people. Use the sessions to make friends and work hard with them.
During the practice sessions, you have to have self-confidence. It does not matter that you certainly are the best within the pack. Your attitude and sportsmanship will be very instrumental in ensuring your success in the try-outs. You should also be open and be in a position to try new things. You could think that you are giving your best but the gaffer thinks you would be better in doing another thing. Experiment with new things.
Now is the day of try-outs. Make sure you have had sufficient sleep time to give you the energy you require to impress the judges. Put on clothes that fit. If you wear oversized shirts, it becomes difficult to see motions. It is also important to be comfortable in whatever outfit you have worn. There is nothing worse than having to tug at your clothing in the course of cheering.
Prior to being called on stage to perform, inhale deeply three times. During the breathing in, convince yourself that you are up to the task. When getting to the floor, be very enthusiastic. Create an impression in the judges to the effect that you are up to it. Also, put on a natural smile. A fake smile will be easily detected. Your main goal is to show judges you are having 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.
