How to Base in Cheerleading: Strength, Technique, and Communication Basing is the foundation of every cheerleading stunt. While flyers get the spotlight at the top, it is the bases who create the stability, height, and control that make stunts possible. A great base is strong, consistent, communicates clearly, and makes their flyer feel safe and […]
How to Be a Better Cheerleading Flyer: Complete Technique Guide
How to Be a Better Cheerleading Flyer: Complete Technique Guide The flyer position is one of the most visible and rewarding roles in cheerleading. When you are at the top of a stunt, all eyes are on you — and with that visibility comes great responsibility. A great flyer is not just small and light; […]
How to Improve Your Cheerleading Jump Height
How to Improve Your Cheerleading Jump Height High, clean jumps are one of the most visible and judgeable skills in cheerleading. Whether you are at tryouts, performing at a game, or competing on the mat, the height and technique of your jumps instantly communicate your athletic ability. Yet many cheerleaders struggle with jump height despite […]
SHAPE UP YOUR SCORPION WITH THESE STRETCHES
What Is a Scorpion in Cheerleading? The scorpion is one of the most iconic and visually stunning flyer positions in cheerleading. In a scorpion, the flyer stands on one leg while pulling the other foot up behind their head, creating a beautiful arched shape. This position requires exceptional shoulder flexibility, back mobility, hip flexor openness, […]
TRAIN YOUR FLYERS TO BE THE BEST
What Makes a Great Flyer in Cheerleading The flyer is the most visible position in cheerleading — the athlete on top of the stunt, performing breathtaking skills high above the ground. But being a great flyer requires much more than just being small or lightweight. It takes exceptional balance, body control, flexibility, confidence, and trust […]
WAYS TO HIT THE STUNT EVERY TIME
The Secret to Consistent Stunting Hitting a stunt in practice once is exciting. Hitting it every time — in practice, at games, and at competitions — is what separates good stunt groups from great ones. Consistent stunting is not about luck. It is about technique, timing, trust, and practice. In this guide, we break down […]
TRAINING CHEER BASING SKILLS AT HOME,STRENGTH AND LOADED MOVEMENT
Why Basing Skills Are the Foundation of Stunting Basing is one of the most physically demanding positions in cheerleading. As a base, you are responsible for lifting, holding, and safely catching a flyer — often above your head. Strong basing skills require a combination of leg strength, arm and shoulder endurance, core stability, timing, and […]