Divisions 8 a instructional division 8 b national division 9 c all. We have moved the page here to usa cheer in order to provide a better service to state associations, coaches, and rules interpreters. Our cheerleaders and player range in age from 5 to 15 years old. A division in cheerleading in which teams are declared white, red or blue division based on skill ability of team for competition. American youth cheer will strictly enforce the age and skill level restrictions contained in this rulebook, as well.
A division in cheerleading is defined a grouping of teams in a specific age bracket. The goal of blackstone valley is to provide a healthy and safe environment for young people ages 5 through 18, inclusive, to learn football, cheerleading, and the principles of good sportsmanship irrespective of their age, gender, nationality, or religious beliefs. This model rule book rule book is provided to ayc members as a resource that may be used in connection with the operation of their organization. Head spin a skill in which a person balances on their head while rotating on the performing surface. Once the score differential reaches 35 points, or 5 touchdowns, the game clock will become a running clock. Nova ayfayc is a ayf national chartered conference which participate in ayfaycs atlantic regional and ayf national tournaments. Pop warner cheer and dance rules exceptions pop warner little scholars, inc. Ayc national championships include a step division. Any cheerleading, dance, or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is.
Popular cheerleading books meet your next favorite book. Within this rule book are model rules, competition eligibility requirements, recommendations guidelines and best practices. Within this rule book are model rules, competition eligibility requirements. The ayf lopsided score rule is 35 points or 5 touchdowns, whichever comes first. Please refer to the nfhs 201220 spirit rule book for complete set of rules at ayc clarification for the most common safety violations. Usasf image policy judges reserve the right to assess warnings andor deductions when a teams choreography, uniform, make up, bows, etc. Founded in 2005, nine 9 well established youth football associations joined together to form the new central mass youth football and cheer conference. Local membership structure stays true to the ayf ayc objective of remaining independent and supporting all teams regardless of their competitive intentions. Johnston, dare me by megan abbott, killer spirit by jennifer lynn barnes, perfect cover by. Welcome to the 201617 nfhs spirit online rules presentation.
Stunt has potential to transform cheerleading culture. Any cheerleading, dance, or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is automatically welcomed into this. All practice sessions should be supervised by the coach and held in a location suitable for the activities of cheerleaders i. Once course complete, print certificate, and place a copy in the team book. In addition to the general regulations found in parts iiv in this book, which is the spirit coaches responsibility to read and adhere to, pop warner spirit teams shall follow the rules outlined in. There will also be miniclinics on various aspects of cheer and step throughout the day. National spirit coach of the year 201718 201920 rules changes approved in high school spirit. Cheerleading rules 2017 approved december 2016 the mission of youth athletics is to promote lifetime skills and values. The american youth football ayf league has created a sister league uniquely for its cheerleaders. Ayf welcomes all youth athletes to become involved in football and cheerleading, regardless of race, religion, national origin, and sex. These leagues are required to strictly abide by ayc rules and regulations and age divisions as outlined in the official american youth cheerleading rulebook. Ayc step step is a form of dance that has been in existence for decades, it is sophisticated, synchronized chanting and stomping to a rhythmic beats from participants hands, feet and mouth. Ayc also uses the rulebook from the national federation of state. These courses includes the cdc heads up concussion course which is mandatory for every coach.
Ayc partners with youth cheer and dance alliance ycada welcome ayc. In the second half of the course, youll learn the basic cheer techniques and how to. Completion of the introductory course coaching youth cheerleading the ayc way 2e is required before taking the ayc recertification course. Today, youth across america have embraced this art form. Rules and scoring will mirror those outlined in the official ayc rule book, and.
Please contact if you are interested in becoming a member of the nova ayf conference. This model rule book rule book is provided to ayc members as a. They will be visiting local attractions, notre dame campus and will take a trip to see the chicago bears training camp. Cheerleading squads should be placed under the direction of a qualified and knowledgeable coach. Coaching youth football the ayf way and coaching youth cheerleading the.
All cheer teams must follow the 201220 nfhs safety rules. Future cheer are pleased to be utilising the varsity scoring system for the 20192020 season. Ayc follows the national federation of high school association nfhs rule book and the additional supplement ayc rule book. Special divisions exist to serve various ages and weight groups, as. The huskies encourage youth sports and community involvement, as well as, develop pride, self esteem and a sense of competition among our cheerleaders and players. Youth cheerleading handbook 2014 philosophy of youth athletics the romefloyd unified footballcheerleading ufc committee was established in 1992. The name of this league is american youth cheer ayc. Board members northern virginia american youth football. All participants must be current eligible members of the school and team they are representing. Rule book a copy of the 2015 ayf football rule book must be included in the front of all books. Northern virginia american youth football conference. Information page for administrators, coaches, cheerleaders and fans of the big east region cheer part. Keep in mind that the final interpretation for any rules question is the individual state association. All teams traveling to the ayfayc national championships must book their stay through the ayf.
The course includes the ebook coaching youth cheerleading, written by. Any cheerleading, dance, or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is automatically welcomed into this organization. No split screens, freeze frames or speed altering is allowed. White, red and blue skill division guidelines are listed in the ayc rule book. This guide, however, will provide you with an indepth investigation about cheerleading, ranging from the types of cheerleading to cheerleading tryouts to the cheerleading basics to cheerleading safety. Emphasis is on learning, playing, and enjoying the sport of football and cheerleading while instilling high moral standards by stressing the importance of academic achievement an. There is no single lesson more important in this classroom than sportsmanship. Concussion in youth sports course, used as a training resource for thousands of sport organizations across the country. Rhett turner is the cheer director for phoenix ayf cheer. A true sport shows a combination of values and attitudes, all in a positive light. Spirit rules revisions focus on minimizing risk in cheer, dance.
The official source for united youth football league, news, video highlights, football and cheer registration, national coverage, championships, schedules, stats, scores and more. Our cheer and dance safety guidelines, when applied in conjunction with usasf coach credentialing, educational resources, videos, training, and a usasf certified legality official presence at usasf sanctioned events, establishes the comprehensive approach to athlete safety that is not only a usasf member priority, but also a member benefit. Ycada is an organization that provides universal governance for the sport of youthrec cheer, dance or spiritrelated events, and encourages growth in the sport as a whole. Rule book a copy of the 2018 ayf football rule book must be included in the front of all books. Review all cheer levels grids, general safety rules, routine guidelines, categories, penalty info and cheer glossary for clarification of terms. Reverse extension prep 180 to extension prep would require an additional spotter during the reverse extension prep. American youth cheer, hereafter known as ayc, is an allinclusive youth cheerleading, dance and step league. We participate in the ayfayc regional and national tournaments. Test results from completion of course must be placed in. Uk cheerleading association suite 1, armcon business park london road south, poynton cheshire, sk12 1lq email protected 01625 838 557 company reg. We usually move them back 2 yards, however, the rule book shows 5 yards. In order to be eligible to compete in aycsanctioned regional and national competitions, teams shall 1 follow the ayc cheer, dance, or step rules. As part of the final unit of the course, youll take the cdcs heads up. College rule book 3 general video guidelines all skills must follow the aacca college cheerleading safety rules.
Ayf considers this type of coaching contrary to its purposes. Prepare yourself in the best way possible for a great season and a national championship. If interested in participating with northern virginias most competitive football conference please. Rules videos this page serves as the new cheer rules videos page formerly hosted at. Both rule books should be followed together at all times.
This model rule book rule book is provided to ayf members as a resource that may be used in connection with the operation of their organization. Head spring a tumbling skill in which a person places both hands and their head on the performing surface, pushes off with the hands while flipping the legs overhead and landing on their feet. The course includes the ebook coaching youth cheerleading, written by asep in conjunction with varsity brands. This rule book is not allinclusive and should be used in. Ayf and ayc competition divisions can be found in the rule book and at.
A copy of the certification card must be in the team book. New england ayf is dedicated to teaching youth through positive role models. Any cheerleading, dance or step team who cheers for, or is affiliated with, an american youth football team is automatically welcomed into this. Rules distinctions this model rule book rule book is provided to ayc members as a resource that may be used in connection with the operation of their organization. Then place both documents in the same sheet protector. The huskies strive to encourage team spirit as well as team work. As local leagues enter a national program, ayc allows local autonomy except to the extent.
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