2026-2027 Xtreme Cheer Handbook

  • 2026-2027 Xtreme Cheer Handbook

  • Congratulations and welcome to XTREME CHEER ALL-STARS!! This handbook contains all the critical information regarding our team program. If you have questions after reading, please call Mike 203-273-9161 or Dana 860-919-2974, or email us at info@xtremecheerct.net. You can also reach the gym at 203-273-9161.

    Xtreme Cheer requires a commitment from both the cheerleaders and the parents. We have scheduled practice times according to the time required to excel in this sport. Additionally, we have scheduled parent meetings to excel in our program. All practices are mandatory.

    IMPORTANT NOTICE: All forms must be filled out completely by the parents online at www.xtremecheerct under FORMS prior to June 2 practices. All-stars will not be allowed to practice until the forms below are signed. Thank you for your cooperation.

    This includes the Guardian Agreement and Handbook ONLY!

     

     WHAT WE BELIEVE

    •We believe in coaching athletes to strive for their personal best, foster drive and passion, grow strong as a team, and accept everyone's unique talents.
    •We believe in nurturing strength of character as well as strength of body.

    • We believe in teaching life lessons that will last beyond their All-Star Cheer career and carry them forward into adulthood.

     

     MEET OUR STAFF

     

    Michael Talbot

    Phone: 203-273-9161
    Owner, Choreographer, Head Tumbling Instructor, Head
    Stunting Coach, Class Director

     

    Dana Talbot

    Phone: 860-919-2974 
    Owner, Executive Director, Assistant Coach to All Elite Levels, Head to NT6


    Dilmer Bonifacio

    Phone: 347-615-6474

    Half Year Coach, Choreographer, Head Class Instructor

      

    Ricky Carter

    Phone: 917-815-0359

    Tumbling Coach to Elite teams, Classes and Clinics

     

    Michael Caruso

    Phone: 203-308-1844

    Cheer Coach and Class Instructor

     

     Lauren Moore

    Phone: 203-273-0274

    Elite Coach

     

    Kiara Turner

    Phone: 914-221-8683

    Elite Coach

     

    Trisha Emmeluth

    Phone: 845-721-1624

    Tinys & Elite Minis Coach

     

    Markie Chase

    Phone: 860-637-5574

    Jump Coach and Assistant to NT 6

     

    Karen Kaplan

    Booster Club

    kkaplan815@gmail.com 

    RULES & REGULATIONS

     

     

    All-stars must attend all scheduled practices.
    •Missing more than 3 practices during competition season will result in dismissal from the team. Excused absences include illness (cramps do not count), serious injury, certain religious events, and mandatory school trips. The rest are up to the coach's discretion.
    •If your child is unable to attend, please call or email Mike or Dana at least 24 hours before practice or it will be deemed unexcused. xtremecheerct@gmail.com or 203-273-9161 (please find the new absence FORM online at www.xtremecheerct.net)
    •All-stars more than 5 minutes late will condition/run. You must notify the gym in writting regarding any tardiness.
    •Our season runs until the middle of April.
    •Always show respect for the coaches, fellow teammates, other Xtreme athletes, parents, judges, officials, and spectators. Disrespectful behavior will result in dismissal.
    • During practice your opinion does not count. All squad and routine decisions are left to the discretion of the coaches. This includes team placement. Unless it's a safety concern then it's not your choice it's the professional's choice.
    •Every year we go through losses and additions of team members.
    The dismissal/addition of a team member is solely the coach's decision.
    •Practices may be added or changed at any time during the season with notice.
    •Injured athletes are expected to be at all practices. We will create a workout regimen for the injured athlete so that they are able to keep up strength and endurance.
    • No athlete or parent may post inappropriate messages on Facebook, Instagram, Fierce Boards, Twitter, or any other website about another program or individual.
    • Parents, relatives, friends, and cheerleaders are never allowed to speak with competition officials for any reason.
    •The Xtreme name and logo are copyrighted. No one can reprint our logo on any apparel or other items for apparel distribution or sale. All items will be sold through our Pro Shop.
    •Anyone threatening to quit or pull their child from a squad will be dismissed from the program immediately.
    •Demonstrate good sportsmanship before, during, and after competitions.
    •Treat all athletes and coaches with respect from opposing teams.
    •Be modest when successful and be gracious in defeat.
    •Respect the privilege of the use of our facility. This includes cleaning up after yourself.
    •You are REQUIRED to attend The XCA Showcase and all competitions. Missing a competition will result in dismissal. This includes Senior College Visits & Try-outs unless discussed with Mike prior to tryouts.
    •Exhibit good sportsmanship in our gym and at all events.
    •Maintain a minimum 2.2 GPA.
    •Vacations and excused absences must be submitted to your coach or team rep in writing ahead of time.
    •If you are running late to practice due to traffic, you must call and inform your coach.
    •No food, gum, candy, or sodas are permitted in the gym area. Only water and Gatorade are allowed.

    •Formal practice attire will be worn to all designated practices. Please do not tumble in loose-fitting t-shirts or shorts. This includes jewelry.
    •The Xtreme schedule is your first priority. Xtreme will not work around an athlete's high school sports schedule (soccer, high school cheerleading, track, etc.). An absence for these events is unexcused. (Exceptions handled on an individual basis.)
    •The use of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, and abusive language is prohibited. This behavior will result in immediate dismissal from the Xtreme program. No excuses or exceptions.
    •Encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all athletes, coaches, fans, and judges during all practices & competitions.
    •Inappropriate behavior found on any social media outlet can result in immediate dismissal of the athlete and will be brought to the attention of the athlete's parent/guardian.
    •Place the well-being of your child and their teams before your personal desire to win.
    •Advocate a sports environment for your child that is free of drugs, tobacco, alcohol, and abusive language, and refrain from their use during practices or competitions.
    •Encourage your child to abide by the rules and respect all other teammates, athletes, coaches, judges, officials, and other parents.
    •All parents must treat all staff with respect. Should a parent promote unsportsmanlike behavior, he or she will be asked to leave the Xtreme program immediately.
    •Our staff will have sole communication with the competition companies. Parents are not permitted to contact our vendors directly. Please see your team coach if you have any questions.
    •Parents are not permitted in the training facility during practice. Parents must stay in the lobby or viewing areas.
    •The gym viewing areas are a privilege. Please respect our athletes and staff and refrain from both negative remarks and ''sideline coaching'' while in these viewing areas. Only positivity.
    •A coach has a right to dismiss your athlete from the Xtreme program for any of the following reasons: inappropriate behavior, too many absences, a pattern of lateness, not showing up for a competition, or for delinquent tuition payments.
    •We will not tolerate pettiness, gossiping, or cliques that attempt to slander the ''XC" name.
    •Parents displaying improper behavior will be dismissed from the program immediately and will not be allowed to return the following year. This includes negative talk in the lobby. BE KIND.
    •No parent may ever reprimand or discipline someone else's child. We will handle any disciplinary problems privately and professionally.
    •Level 6 Worlds teams are selected separately from regular team tryouts. Staff will make necessary additions/changes to build the strongest Worlds team possible. Any athlete at any time can be removed or made an alternate.
    • If a paid bid is awarded, the money from the paid bid will go to the new roster replacement athlete for said Worlds.
    •Any team qualifying for the All-Star Worlds competitions may not vacation during the month of April. ALL practices are mandatory. Absentees will result in the athlete's replacement for these events.
    • If an athlete quits XCA prior to receiving any gear such as, but not limited to, practice gear, uniform, bow, hair piece, warm-ups, or t-shirt, the gear will then become the property of Xtreme Cheer. Xtreme Cheer's logo and name is a copywriter of Xtreme Cheer LLC. In the event a Team Member is dismissed from the Xtreme Cheer All-Stars or quits, said Team Member and Guardian of said Team Member agree they will pay the remainder of the season balance, with no refund of any fees that might have already been paid. This includes no refund of monies raised in fundraising. The monies raised were under the Xtreme Cheer name and will go to our scholarship fund.
    •Team moms will organize fun bondings and championship gear. Everything is optional.

    *NEW RULE: Xtreme Cheer Elite Allstars are NOT allowed to take private lessons, or any instructed tumbling classes at ANY gym within 25 miles or less to Xtreme Cheer. (This does not include stunting clinics) In this case your child will be dismissed.

  • 2026-2027 ELITE PRACTICE TIMES & TUITION

     

    ELITE ALL-STARS SCHEDULE

    Summer 2026 (June, July, & August)

     

    Mondays

    5:30-7:30pm - Y1, S3, J5

    7:30-9:30pm - J2, J4, S6

     

    Tuesdays

    5:00-6:00pm Tinys

    6:00-8:00pm Mini 2

    7:30-9:30pm NT6

     

    Wednesdays

    5:30-7:30pm Y1, S3, J5

    7:30-9:30pm J2, J4, S6

     

    Thursdays

    6:00-8:00pm Mini 2

    7:30-9:30pm NT6

     

     

     

    Summer Attendance Policy:

    You may miss up to 4 practices per summer consecutive or non-consecutive for vacations. (that equals 2 weeks of vacation time)


    2 FREE Open Tumbles per month for June - August

    (excluding NT )

     

     

    ELITE ALL-STARS SCHEDULE

     

    Fall Schedule (September-April)

     

    Mondays

    5-6:30 - Y1 & J4

    6:30-8 - J2 & J5

     

    Tuesdays

    5:00-6:00 - Tinys

    6:00-7:30 Mini 2

    7:30-9:30 - NT6

     

    Wednesdays

    5:00-6:30- Mini 2

    5:30-7:30 - S3 & J5

    7:30-9:30 - J4 & S6

     

    Thursdays

    5-6:30 - Y1 & S3

    6:30-8 - J2 & S6

    7:30-9:30 - NT 6

     

    Sundays

    11-1:30 - Y1 & S6

    1-3:30 - J2 & J4 

    1:30-3:00pm Mini (30 min break will be allowed for mini crossovers to eat lunch)

    3-5:30 - S3 & J5

     

    TUITION

     

    Levels 1-6: $185 monthly

    Crossover: $25 monthly

    Sibling Discount 20%

     

    Crossover Fee - $25 added to highest level team price.

    Anyone who wishes to pay tuition upfront in full will receive 1 month of FREE tuition. Offer only valid in the month of June.

     


    All payments must be made through our registration form on xtremecheerct.net

    Payments are due on or before the 1st of each month.

    Any suspended or skipped payment will incur a $25 late fee.

     

    ***Important Dates:

    Champions Cove - Aug 17-20
    Choreography - Aug, Sep, Oct
    Tentative Showcase - Nov 22, 2026

     

  • UNIFORM COSTS:

    Girls:

    • Elite Program - $550
    • Liner- $30 (Youth & Junior/ can use any black liner)
    • NT 6 $150 
    • Tiny's & Prep $305
    • Half-Year Girls $305
    • Bow $30

    Boys:

    • Program $440
    • Half-Year $305

  • Dates Closed

    Summer Break- July 13-16

    Champions Cove- Aug 17-20

    Labor Day: Sep 7

    Thanksgiving: Nov 25 & 26

    Christmas Break: Dec 21-Jan 1

    Easter: March 28

     

  • COMPETITION FEES

     

     

     Elite Teams Level 1-6

     

    June 1st: Registration and 2 sets of practice gear $275

     

    July 15th: Music & Choreography $450

     

    August 15th: 1st set comp fees $370

     

    September 15th: 2nd set comp fees $370

     

    October 15th: 3rd set comp fees $370

     

    November 15th: Final set comp set $370

     

     

    Crossovers 1-6 (excluding NT6 & Mini 2)


    June 15th: Registration, 2 sets of practice gear $0

     

    July 15th: Music & Choreography $0

     

    August 15th: 1st set comp fees $480

     

    September 15th: 2nd set comp fees $480

     

    October 15th: 3rd set comp fees $480

     

    November 15th: Final set comp set $480

     

     

    Mini Level 2

    June 1st: Registration and 2 sets of practice gear $275

     

    July 15th: Music & Choreography $450

     

    August 15th: 1st set comp fees $325

     

    September 15th: 2nd set comp fees $325

     

    October 15th: 3rd set comp fees $325

     

    November 15th: Final set comp set $325

     

     

    Mini Crossovers

    June 1st: Registration and 2 sets of practice gear $275

     

    July 15th: Music & Choreography $450

     

    August 15th: 1st set comp fees $460

     

    September 15th: 2nd set comp fees $460

     

    October 15th: 3rd set comp fees $460

     

    November 15th: Final set comp set $460

     

     

     

     Level NT 6


    June 15th: Registration, 1 set of practice gear $200

     

    July 15th: Music & Choreography $450

     

    August 15th: 1st set comp fees $250

     

    September 15th: 2nd set comp fees $250

     

    October 15th: 3rd set comp fees $250

     

    November 15th: Final set comp set $250

     

     

     

    Half Year Prep

     

    Dec 1st: Registration, 1 set of practice gear $200

     

    Jan 1: Music & Choreography $300 

     

    Feb 1: 1st set comp fees $300

     

    March 1: Final set of comp set $300

     

     

    Tiny Novice


    July 1: Registration, 1 set of practice gear $200

     

    Aug : Music & Choreography $285

     

    Sep : 1st set comp fees $170

     

    Oct : 2nd set comp fees $170

     

    Nov 1: 3rd set comp fees $170

     

    Dec 1st: Final set comp fees $170

     

    All comp fees include coach's travel fees.

    Crossovers only pay the Choreography and Music fee 1 time.

     

     

    NEW!!

    Team Mom Fee: $150 Due in 2 payments of $75 Aug 15 & Nov 15

    This optional fee covers the entire seasons

    birthday celebrations,  bid celebrations, event send off gifts and special gear like team sweatshirt, sweat pants, pj shorts, snap bow slides etc.

    If you are a crossover you only pay 1 time since it is not team specific.

    If you choose to not participate your allstar will not recieve any additional items or participate in the sendoffs.

     

     

     Teams pay separate payments, ALL payable BY Venmo @Michael-Talbot-XCA CASH OR CHECK to: Xtreme All-Stars

    Competition Fees DO NOT include end-of-season Championships like Worlds or ASW.

    ***There will be a $25 penalty fee for competition fees paid more than 25 days late.*** 

     

    Please sign below to Authorize that you have read and agree to all rules and regulations set forth by Xtreme Cheer LLC 

     

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