New Athlete Registration Form

CheerUP practices are held every Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Consistent attendance, punctuality, and active participation are essential to the success, development, and overall performance of each athlete and the team as a whole. All scheduled practices, performances, and competitions are mandatory. Athletes are expected to arrive on time, fully prepared, and ready to participate. Attendance at practices is especially important, as routines, choreography, stunts, and team formations are developed and reviewed regularly. An athlete’s absence may impact not only their individual progress but also the preparation and performance of the entire team.CheerUP enforces a 10-minute grace period for athlete arrival. This grace period applies to both excused and unexcused lateness. Athletes must be present and ready to participate no later than 6:10 PM. Any athlete who arrives after 6:10 PM will not be permitted to participate in practice that day, regardless of whether the lateness is excused or unexcused. Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that athletes arrive on time and are prepared for scheduled practices. If an athlete anticipates being late or absent, the coaching staff should be notified as soon as possible. Please note that notifying the coaching staff of an absence or late arrival does not automatically excuse it.CheerUP maintains a strict attendance policy regarding unexcused absences. Two (2) unexcused absences will result in a verbal warning issued to the athlete and, when applicable, their parent or guardian. Three (3) unexcused absences will result in termination from the CheerUP team. Regular attendance is necessary to maintain team consistency, ensure athlete preparedness, and uphold the commitment required of all team members. Excused absences may be considered on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the coaching staff; however, all athletes are still expected to fulfill their team responsibilities and communicate any attendance concerns in a timely and professional manner.By participating in CheerUP, athletes and their parents/guardians acknowledge the importance of these policies and agree to comply with all attendance, punctuality, and participation expectations. CheerUP is committed to maintaining a structured, accountable, and supportive environment where every athlete has the opportunity to grow, develop their skills, and contribute positively to the team. Commitment, communication, and consistency are expected from every athlete and family throughout the season.

All athletes are required to adhere to CheerUP’s established practice attire and uniform guidelines to maintain consistency, professionalism, safety, and team unity. Athletes must arrive at each practice appropriately dressed and prepared to participate in all scheduled activities. Standard practice attire consists of all-black athletic wear (top and bottom) and white cheer shoes. Acceptable athletic wear includes spandex, leggings, fitted athletic tops, and other appropriate form-fitting activewear that allows for safe movement and full participation during conditioning, choreography, stunts, and other cheerleading activities.Official CheerUP cheer uniforms, other than the required all-black practice attire, will be purchased and provided by the coaching staff. Athletes and parents/guardians will be informed of any additional uniform requirements, associated costs, or arrangements, if applicable. All athletes are expected to wear their designated CheerUP uniforms whenever instructed by the coaching staff, including scheduled performances, competitions, team events, or specific practices. Uniforms must be kept clean, presentable, and in appropriate condition. Athletes are responsible for the proper care and maintenance of all uniforms issued to them.Athletes must also dress appropriately for the environment and weather conditions in which practice is being held. For outdoor practices, athletes are expected to wear weather-appropriate layers while maintaining compliance with CheerUP’s attire guidelines. Athletes attending practices in colder studio environments should arrive with appropriate warm-up clothing to remain comfortable and prepared for participation. Any additional attire requirements or modifications will be communicated by the coaching staff as needed.Compliance with the practice attire and uniform policy is mandatory. Athletes who arrive without the required attire, proper footwear, designated uniform, or appropriate clothing for the practice environment may be denied participation for that day at the discretion of the coaching staff. These expectations are in place to promote athlete safety, accountability, preparedness, and a professional team environment. Parents/guardians are expected to review these requirements with their athletes and ensure they are followed consistently throughout the season.

Cheerleading involves physical activity, stunts, tumbling, jumps, and performances that carry an inherent risk of injury, including but not limited to sprains, strains, fractures, concussions, and other serious injuries. All CheerUP athletes are required to participate in stunting and tumbling as part of their team commitment. By participating in CheerUP activities, parents/guardians acknowledge and accept these risks and understand that injuries may occur during practices, stunts, performances, or competitions. Athletes are expected to follow coaching instructions, safety guidelines, and established team procedures at all times. Parents/guardians acknowledge that CheerUP and its coaching staff are not responsible or liable for injuries sustained during participation in cheerleading activities, to the extent permitted by applicable law.

I acknowledge that CheerUP’s primary method of communication with parents/guardians will be through GroupMe. This platform will be used to share important team announcements, practice updates, competition details, schedule changes, and other program-related information. Parents/guardians are responsible for downloading the GroupMe app, available for free through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store on their mobile devices, and joining the designated CheerUP group. I understand that it is my responsibility to remain active in the group and monitor communications to stay informed of all team-related updates and expectations throughout the season.

I acknowledge that CheerUP may photograph, record, and share my athlete’s image, videos, and performances on the organization’s social media platforms, website, and other promotional materials for team-related purposes. I understand that this content may include practices, competitions, performances, team events, and other CheerUP activities. By providing consent, I authorize CheerUP to use and publish my athlete’s photographs and videos for promotional and organizational purposes without compensation. I understand that participation in social media features is voluntary, and I may communicate any restrictions or concerns regarding my athlete’s image to the coaching staff in writing.

CheerUP requires all athletes and their parents/guardians to adhere to the established tuition and payment policies throughout the season. Tuition covers participation in the CheerUP program and is necessary to support the team's operations, training, and overall development.Tuition & Payment Schedule: The base tuition is $100 biweekly or $200 monthly per athlete. For households with two (2) or more athletes enrolled, an additional $50 in tuition will be applied for each additional athlete in the same household. Parents/guardians are responsible for ensuring that all tuition payments are made in full and on time according to the established payment schedule.Tuition payments are due on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month, no later than 4:00 PM, unless an alternative payment arrangement has been discussed and approved by Coach Jam in advance. Parents/guardians are expected to communicate with Coach Jam regarding any anticipated payment concerns or requests for alternate arrangements before the payment deadline.Nonrefundable Payments & Late Payment Policy: All tuition payments are nonrefundable, regardless of attendance, withdrawal, or termination from the team. Failure to submit payment by the established deadline, including late or missed payments, may result in the athlete being prohibited from participating in practices, performances, or competitions until the account is brought current. Continued failure to meet payment obligations may result in termination from the CheerUP team at the discretion of the coaching staff.By agreeing to this policy, parents/guardians acknowledge that they understand and accept CheerUP’s tuition rates, payment schedule, nonrefundable payment policy, and consequences for late or missed payments. Parents/guardians accept responsibility for ensuring that all tuition obligations are fulfilled in accordance with the terms outlined above.

I hereby certify that all information provided in this registration form is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that providing false, misleading, or incomplete information may affect my athlete’s participation in the CheerUP program. By signing below, I confirm that I have reviewed the information submitted and accept responsibility for its accuracy.