Informational Packet 2015-2016

First Class Athletics
2015-2016 Competitive Cheer Season
Age Requirements for the 2015-2016 Competitive Season
Please see below for age eligibility for the 2015-2016 season. Your competition age is your
age as of August 31, 2015. Please bring a copy of your birth certificate and ID for First Class
Athletics to have on file.
Age Groups are as follows:
WORLDS Senior 5: 12-18
Senior Levels 1-5 Restricted: Ages 10+
International Open: 14+
Junior: 14 and under
Youth: 11 and under
Mini: 8 and under
Tiny: 6 and under
Levels
There are 5 levels (for regular teams) this season. The “level” refers to the type of stunts, pyramids, and tumbling
that a team can safely perform. They are numbered from 1 to 5, in increasing difficulty. The level is determined
solely by the coaching staff.
Placement
There may be athletes on any given team that tumble at a different level than the rest of their teammates. We try
to match up the athletes by level as best we can, but please remember that stunting, pyramids, jumps, dance,
motions, and age are huge factors as well. Some will be stronger tumblers than others. Some will contribute more
with stunts than others. We chose our team based on the positions that we need to fill (Bases, flyers, tumblers,
etc.) Every athlete is on the team for a reason — please trust the staff. Our teams have always done very well.
Process
The try out process is very casual and fun! The athletes demonstrate Jumps, Tumbling Skills and Choreography.
They also meet the staff and new friendships are formed. We evaluate the athletes in groups and encourage each
person to do their best!! Everyone is placed on a team no matter what! After tryouts, the staff will pick teams
based on their discretion. Many key elements factor into the decision. Keep in mind all FCA Teams are built to
compete at a high level.
Private Tryout
Sessions are available upon request, and require a $55 fee. For additional information, please write to
firstclassathletics@yahoo.com.
Tryout
Check List
We look forward to working with you at our upcoming
evaluations.
Be sure to arrive with these items already completed:
$25.00 Evaluation Fee for new members {Includes T-Shirt}
Current FCA cheerleaders pay $15.00 only for Tryout T-Shirt!
Copy of Birth Certificate and ID {If you turned this in last
season I have yours on file}
Try Out Release Form
FCA Athlete Application
Roster Information
Completed Financial Agreement with credit card information;
a credit card has to be on file
Head Shot/School Picture
IMPORTANT: Please be sure to double-check all of your
information. Contact information needs to be legible and written
in blue or black ink. All paperwork and monies are due the first
day of tryouts.
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Evaluation
Schedule
Wednesday; May 13, 2015
4:30 - 5:30 PM Ages 4-6
5:30-7:00 PM Ages 7-12
7:00 - 8:30 P.M. Ages 13-18
Thursday; May 14, 2015
4:30 - 5:30 PM Ages 4-6
5:30-7:00 PM Ages 7-12
7:00 - 8:30 P.M. Ages 13-18
Friday; May 15, 2015
4:30 - 5:30 PM Ages 4-6
5:30-7:00 PM Ages 7-12
7:00 - 8:30 P.M. Ages 13-18
Leveled Practices Announced May 16
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Leveled Practice
Schedule
SET UP YOUR TUITION WITH SUE May 18th!
Monday: May 18 & May 25, 2015
LEVELS 3 / 4 / 5
6:00-8:00 PM
Tuesday: May 19 & 26, 2014
LEVELS 1 & 2
5:30-7:30 PM
Wednesday: May 20 & 27, 2015
Tiny & Mini Level 1
4:00-5:30 PM
LEVELS 3 / 4 / 5
6:00-8:00 PM
Thursday: May 21 & 28, 2015
LEVELS 1 & 2
5:30-7:30 PM
Friday: May 22 & 29, 2015
LEVEL 5 ADDITIONAL DAY
5:00 - 7:00 P.M.
Team Announced May 30, 2015
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Tuition
$50 annual registration fee 1st Child; $25 for each additional child
$30 annual USASF membership {REQUIRED for all gyms}
$85.00 Competitive Cheer YOUTH - SENIOR includes 2 practices a week for two hours each practice.
ALL-STAR MEMBERS ONLY 1st tumbling class is discounted at $45.00 for one hour once a week!
$60 Competitive Cheer TINY AND MINI Level 1 includes 1 practice a week for one hours each
practice. ALL-STAR MEMBERS ONLY 1st tumbling class is discounted at $45.00 for one hour once a
week!
Additional Optional Tumbling classes $60.00 for (1) one hour class; $54 for your 2nd one hour class; $50
for your 3rd one hour class
Tumble Clinics
$15 members/ $20 non-members
10% OFF SIBLING DISCOUNT
Additional fees
Not included in tuition {Competition fees are an estimate and will be set in June}
$115 Practice Clothes; Due May 18, 2015 {Includes two sets of practice attire; sports bra or tank and spandex shorts as well as an additional
sports bra or tank and spandex capris from VARSITY}
$125 California All-Stars Stunt Camp we will learn
our competition stunts, pyramid and baskets; Due June 1, 2015
$79.99 Nfinity Evolution {link will be given out}
$175 Uniform; Due July 1, 2015
(Tiny & Mini teams New members only)
$355 Uniform; Due July 1, 2015 (Youth Junior & Senior teams New members only)
$30.00 Competition Bow; Due July 1, 2015
$250 Choreography & Music; Due 8/3/15
$40.00 Competition T-Shirts; Due 9/10/15
$73.95 NEW Warm-up Jacket {link will be given out}
5 payments of $240.00 for competition fees Youth - Senior Teams
*ESTIMATED* Due: September, October, November, December, January
5 payments of $120.00 for competition fees Tinys & Mini Teams
*ESTIMATED* Due: September, October, November, December, January
*Travel Expenses for out of town competitions are the responsibility of each family*
First
Class
Athletics
SMS Alerts
Text FCAMILY
to 33733
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Competition Schedule
Tiny/ Level 1
January 31, 2016 Jamfest
Jacksonville, FL.
April 2, 2016 Diamond Cheer and Dance
Jacksonville, FL
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Minimal Travel
December 11-13, 2015 Spirit Cheer Orlando, FL. *
January 16-17, 2016 The State Championship in Daytona, FL.*
Travel
Dallas/Vegas teams will be charged
one additional competition fee of $185
December 11-13, 2015 Spirit Cheer Orlando, FL. *
December 12-13, 2015 The American Grand Las Vegas, NV.*
January 16-17, 2016 The State Championship in Daytona, FL.*
January 31, 2016 Jamfest Jacksonville, FL.
April 10, 2016 Cheersport National
Jacksonville, FL.
April 16 OR 17, 2016 NCA Classic
Daytona Beach, FL.
January 31, 2016 Jamfest Jacksonville, FL.
February 6 OR 7, 2016 The Official Florida Championship
@ State Fair Tampa, FL.
February 13-14, 2016 Cheersport Nationals Atlanta, GA*
February 13-14, 2016 Cheersport Nationals Atlanta, GA*
February 19-21, 2016 NCA Nationals, Dallas, TX. *
February 27-28, 2016 Battle by the Bay, Tampa, FL.
February 27-28, 2016 Battle by the Bay, Tampa, FL.
March 4-6, 2016 The American Open Orlando, FL.*
March 4-6, 2016 The American Open Orlando, FL.*
April 2, 2016 Diamond Cheer and Dance Jacksonville, FL
April 2, 2016 Diamond Cheer and Dance Jacksonville, FL
April 10, 2016 Cheersport National Jacksonville, FL.
April 16 OR 17, 2016 NCA Classic Daytona Beach, FL.
April 10, 2016 Cheersport National Jacksonville, FL.
April 16 OR 17, 2016 NCA Classic Daytona Beach, FL.
COMPETITIONS IN BOLD WE WILL CHOOSE ONE NOT BOTH
Competitions that require bids are not part of your competition fees for the season. A separate meeting will be held with each team if we receive a bid.
WORLDS APRIL 23-25, 2016 IN ORLANDO, FL.
SUMMIT APRIL 29- MAY1, 2016 IN ORLANDO FL.
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USASF 5 STAR Athlete
Membership Required
First Class Athletics will sign you up. DO NOT SIGN
UP YOURSELF!
If you have already signed up with a different program
please let me know so I can have your athlete
transferred to First Class Athletics
Make sure I have the correct e-mail address
Respond to your e-mail from USASF and pay annual
$30.00 fee
Submit required documents
If you are a current USASF member with First Class
{EVERYONE WHO CHEERED LAST YEAR IS A
MEMBER AND SHOULD HAVE A LOG IN} Please log
in and pay your annual $30.00 USASF membership fee.
www.usaf.net If you do not know your log in please
pay the front desk $30.00 and we will pay your
membership fee for you.
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FAQ
When is the gym closed?
• Memorial Day: May 25, 2015
• Summer Break: July 5, 2015
• Labor Day Weekend: September 7, 2015
• Thanksgiving Break: November 25-29, 2015
• Christmas Break: December 23, 2015 – January 2, 2016
Where can I find an absence request form?
• On our website under Tryouts 2015
What if I can’t make evaluations?
• Private tryouts are available for $55 email firstclassathletics@yahoo.com
What if I cannot tumble? Does that mean I won’t make a “good” team?
•No. All of the teams at First Class Athletics are “good” teams! Everyone has a place here. Tumbling is not a requirement. It is
something you will learn with your staff.
Level Evaluations May 13-15, 2015
Level Practices posted on website May 16, 2105
Level Practices May 18-29, 2015
IMPORTANT
DATES
CLOSED May 25, 2015 memorial day
Teams announced May 30, 2015 on website
May 31, 2015 Family Day @ Jacksonville beach {2:00-5:00 P.M.}
July 25, 2015 SHARKS 1/2 Time Performance {ALL DAY}
June 1-4, 2015 Level 1&2 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. Level 3-5 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. California All-stars STUNT Camp we will
learn our competition stunts and pyramid MANDATORY
August 27, 2015 Hair and Make-up day @ 6-8 P.M. ALL TEAMS
August 28 - September 4, 2015 Choreography MANDATORY
December 5, 2015 First Class Family day + Showcase {ALL DAY}
Summer
Camp with your
FCAMILY
Limited Space
reserve your spot
E-mail
firstclassathletics@yahoo.com
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