At Northstar Athletics, our cheerleading program offers a place for every athlete to shine, guiding them through every stage of their journey from their very first steps on the mat to high-level competition. Built on a foundation of expert coaching and a supportive community, our program focuses on developing core cheer skills—including motions, jumps, stunting, and tumbling—while emphasizing progression at a safe and comfortable pace. More than just teaching athletic skills, we are dedicated to building personal confidence, mental resilience, and strong teamwork, helping athletes create lifelong friendships and life skills that serve them far beyond the gym floor.
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EXHIBITION CHEER TEAMS
Our Exhibition Cheer Teams are the perfect introduction to the exciting world of All-Star Cheerleading! Designed for our youngest athletes, this program focuses on building confidence, coordination, teamwork, and a love for performing in a fun, positive, and low-pressure environment. Exhibition teams perform exciting routines that incorporate basic cheer motions, jumps, dance, beginner stunts, and tumbling fundamentals. Athletes have the opportunity to showcase their hard work at local exhibitions, gym showcases, and select cheer events without the pressure of being judged or scored, making it ideal for athletes who are new to cheerleading or those looking to gain confidence before joining a Prep or Elite team.
PREP TEAMS
Our Prep Cheer Teams are the perfect stepping stone for athletes who are ready to transition from recreational classes or exhibition teams into competitive All-Star cheerleading! This program offers a fantastic balance of competitive excitement and manageable commitment, making it ideal for busy families and developing athletes. Prep teams focus on refining core cheer skills—including technique-driven stunting, synchronized jumping, dance, and level-appropriate tumbling—while learning a dynamic competitive routine. Prep teams compete at select regional events where they are scored and ranked, allowing athletes to experience the thrill of the competitive stage, build strong bonds with teammates, and accelerate their personal growth and athletic development.
ELITE TEAMS
Our Elite Cheer Teams represent the highest level of competitive All-Star cheerleading in our program, designed for dedicated athletes who are ready to push their skills to the absolute limit. This program demands a high level of commitment, discipline, and athletic focus from both athletes and families. Elite teams train extensively to perfect complex, high-energy routines that showcase advanced, level-appropriate stunting, elite pyramids, synchronized tumbling, and intricate choreography. These teams travel to major regional and national competitions where they go head-to-head with top programs from across the country, offering athletes an incredible platform to build elite athleticism, unstoppable confidence, and a champion mindset.