Sideline Cheer
Season: August - October
Who It's For: Athletes in grades K-8
Focus: Fundamentals, teamwork, and game day spirit
Sideline cheer supports Ballston Spa Community Youth Football during the fall season. Athletes learn:
- Traditional cheers and chants
- Proper motions and technique
- Jumps and basic tumbling
- Beginner stunting and fundamentals
- Teamwork and performance skills
This season builds a strong foundation in both spirit and athletic components of cheerleading, all within a structured and encouraging environment.
Sideline cheer is a great introduction to the sport and an important part of our program's development pathway.
Competition Cheer
Season: November- March
Who It's For: Athletes seeking additional commitment and skill growth
Focus: Performance, precision, and progression
Following the sideline season, athletes have the opportunity to participate in our competitive cheer program.
Competition cheer includes:
- Choreographed routines
- Advanced skill progression
- Stunting and performance technique
- Local competition participation
This season requires a higher level of commitment, teamwork, and focus as athletes represent BSC Cheer at competitions.
Competition participation may envolve evaluation and additional practice time. Details are shared with families prior to the start of the season.
Skill Development Pathway
Our program is structured to allow athletes to grow year after year. Many athletes begin with sideline cheer and choose to expand to competition cheer as their confidence and skills develop.
We are proud to offer a supportive pathway that allows athletes to progress at a pace that works for them.
