University of Georgia Cheerleading Tryout Guide
Planning to try out for the University of Georgia cheerleading team? This guide covers everything you need to know about University of Georgia cheer tryouts, including requirements, skills evaluated, and preparation tips to help you make the team. Located in Athens, Georgia, University of Georgia competes at the NCAA Division I level in the SEC.
About the University of Georgia Cheer Program
The University of Georgia cheerleading program is a well-established NCAA Division I program that supports university athletics and represents the school at competitions, games, and community events. The program values both athletic excellence and school spirit.
Tryout Requirements
- Enrollment: Currently enrolled UGA student or admitted incoming student
- GPA: Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA required
- Physical: Must pass a physical examination
- Insurance: Proof of health insurance required
- Experience: Previous cheerleading experience strongly recommended
Skills Evaluated at Tryouts
- Tumbling: Standing back handspring required; running tumbling preferred
- Stunting: Coed stunt technique for all positions
- Jumps: All cheer jumps evaluated for technique and height
- Motions: Sharp, precise motion technique
- Voice: Ability to lead the crowd between the hedges at Sanford Stadium
Preparation Tips
- Learn UGA traditions: Know “Glory, Glory” and the Bulldog fight song
- Build tumbling skills: More advanced tumbling makes you more competitive – see our tumbling tips
- Practice coed stunting: Georgia is a coed program – focus on your position with our flyer guide
- Condition for game day: UGA games are intense and physical – build stamina with home conditioning
- Show your spirit: Georgia values authentic enthusiasm and school pride
What to Expect on Tryout Day
On tryout day, arrive early with all required materials. The typical process includes:
- Registration and check-in
- Group warm-up and stretching
- Individual skill evaluation (tumbling, stunting, jumps)
- Material learning (fight song, cheers, band dances)
- Group performance evaluation
- Interview with coaching staff
After Tryouts
Results are typically announced within 24-48 hours. If selected, you will attend a mandatory team meeting to discuss practice schedules and expectations. If not selected, request feedback from coaches to improve for next time.
More University Tryout Guides
See our other guides: Kentucky, Alabama, Texas, Iowa State, General Tryout Tips.
