2014 - 2015 i am because we are!

2014 - 2015
I AM
BECAUSE
WE ARE!
5162 Corey Rd Winterville NC 28590
www.eccats.com 252-321-0404
jme6201@yahoo.com
OUR GYMS:
GREENVILLE NC
5162 Corey Rd
252-321-0404
NEW BERN, NC
3550 Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr Blvd
252WASHINGTON NC
1102-C W. 5th St.
252-833-0589
tumblebgym.com
Owned & Operated by
Misty & Charlie
Brown
Team Placement and Divisions
NO EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED TO CHEER WITH OUR PROGRAM!
Levels
There are 6 different levels offered for All Star Cheerleading. The
“level” refers to the type of stunts, pyramids and tumbling that the
majority (90%) of the team can safely perform. The team levels are
determined solely by the coaching staff and USASF guidelines. There
has been a steady upward trend in the levels over the past few years.
In other words, a team that would have easily won a Level 4 division a
couple of years ago could be below average at that level now. The best
teams are MUCH stronger now at every level than they used to be.
This year ECCATS is working to MAX OUT every competition score
sheet. This means that 90% of the team must have the hardest skill
required in each level. For example 90% of the team would have to
have a strong back hand spring in order for the team to compete in a
level 2 division.
TEAM PLACEMENTS
There may be cheerleaders on any given team that tumble at a different level than the rest of their teammates.
We try to match up the athletes by levels as best we can, but please remember that stunting, pyramids, jumps,
dance, motions and age are huge factors as well. It is simply not feasible for every team to have exactly matched
athletes. Please trust the staff and know that every athlete is on a team for a reason.
NOTE: NO ATHLETE HAS AN ABSOLUTE GUARANTEE OF A ROSTER SPOT ON A PARTICULAR TEAM.
The coaching staff reserves the right, at any time, without notice to change the rosters of the teams by adding,
rearranging or removing cheerleaders to/from teams for a performance/practice. Cheerleaders may be removed
from our program at any time for any reason which may include but are not limited to: attitude problems,
absences and/or tardies, reduction of skill level, lack of improvement, lack of financial responsibility, fitness level of
athlete and personality conflicts between cheerleaders, coaches, parents or anyone else involved in our program.
There will be NO REFUNDS of tuition, trip fees, uniform fees or any other fees at any time for any reason.
Level 1 (no tumbling skills, cartwheel, round-off, rolls, walkovers
Level 2 (standing BHS, roundoff BHS, BHS series)
Level 3 (standing BHS series, toe touch BHS, round off BHS tuck)
Level 4 (toe touch BHS series, stsanding BHS back tuck, tuck, front tuck pass, whip pass)
Level 5 (triple toe back tuck, round off BHS full, double fulls, standing fulls, elite combo passes)
MONEY SAVING PROGRAMS
1. All Star Members – 1st child full price tuition, 2nd
child ½ price tuition, 3rd child free tuition
2. Boys – no tuition fees. Only pay for uniforms, trips
& extras
3. Tumbling kids – 10% discount – multiple children
4. After School kids – 25% off tumbling/team tuition
5. Those that pay their season in full at the beginning
of the season – 10% tuition discount
6. Multiple tumbling class discount – 1st class $60, 2nd
class $85, 3rd class $100, 4th class $125
FUNDRAISING OPTIONS
1. Cookie Dough – Scheduled early October – 2
weeks. Great for just before Thanksgiving & Christmas
2. Year Round Sponsorships (Be My Back Spot) – this
is the quickest & easiest way to raise the most money.
We strongly encourage you to get sponsors.
3. Krispy Kreme Donuts
4. Candy Bar Sales – fundraiser boxes can be
purchased at Sams Club year-round. Profit is approx
$32/box.
5. Yard Sale at gym or home
6. Sponsor My Uniform
7. 5K
8. Sheets
9. Golf Tournament
10. Vendor Fair
11. Casino Night
REWARD PROGRAMS
1. Skill bows
2. Names on Plaques
3. CATS Cash
4. CATS Pride
5. Recruit A Star
6. High Schools – discount training for All Star
members
7. Cheer Reports
SCHEDULE A TEAMS – Payment Schedule
(Cheetahs, Thundercats, Swooshcats, JungleCats, Wildcats)
Month
1st
15th
May
$110
$75 trips + 1st installment $137
(Boys $100)
June
$110
$75 trips + 2nd installment $137
(Boys $100)
July
$110
$75 trips + 3rd installment $137
(Boys $100)
August
$110
September
$110
$75 trips + $40 Annual Reg fee + $25 USASF
membership
$75 trips + $20 Trophy
October
$110
$75 trips + $20 Awards Banquet (1 ticket)
November
$110
$75 trips
December
$110
$75 trips
January
$110
$75 trips
February - March
$110
**May, June & July installments include: Uniform $285, Bow $30, Camp $80, Gym Shirt $15 in 3 equal payments**
**Anyone needing shoes will be sized in June, orders placed & charged in August. Cost $85**
**Make up – go to www.coloronpro.com order a custom 10 kit, color Amethyst & White Gold**
SCHEDULE A COMPETITIONS
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CheerSport – Raleigh
USA States – Greensboro
Ultimate Spirit – Greenville
Encore Championship – Concord
King of the Jungle – Raleigh
Encore Nationals – Richmond
Battle at the Beach – Myrtle Beach
Nov 16
Dec 13
Jan 31
Feb 7
Feb 21-22
March 7-8
March 28-29
Dance Camp: September 26-28th (exact times & dates TBA per team)
*During these dates, Team Moms will get parents together to
provide snacks, drinks & one team bonding activity.
Crossovers
*Athletes on 2 schedule A teams
Tuition: $10/m
Camp: $25
Trips: $35/m
Crossovers
*1 Sch A & 1 Sch B team
Tuition: $10/m
Camp: $25
Trips: $42/m
SCHEDULE B TEAMS – Payment Schedule (DivaKatz, Tiggers, Tigers, LadyCats, BoomKatz)
Month
1st
15th
May
$110
$85 trips + 1st installment $140 / $85
(Boys $105)
June
$110
$85 trips + 2nd installment $140
(Boys $105)
July
$110
$85trips + 3rd installment $140
(Boys $105)
August
$110
September
$110
$85 trips + $40 Annual Reg fee + $25 USASF
membership
$85 trips + $20 Trophy
October
$110
$85 trips + $20 Awards Banquet (1 ticket)
November
$110
$85 trips
December
$110
$85 trips
January
$110
$85 trips
February - March
$110
**May, June & July installments include: Uniform $285, Bow $30, Camp $100, in 3 equal payments**
**May 15th $85 fee = sports tank/sport shorts, gym shirt & practice bow**
**Anyone needing shoes will be sized in June, orders placed & charged in August. Cost $85**
**Make up – go to www.coloronpro.com order a custom 10 kit, color Amethyst & White Gold**
SCHEDULE B COMPETITIONS
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CheerSport – Raleigh
USA States – Greensboro
Ultimate Spirit – Greenville
CheerSport Nationals – Atlanta
King of the Jungle – Raleigh
Encore Nationals – Richmond
Battle at the Beach – Myrtle Beach
(DivaKatz, Tiggers, Tigers, LadyCats, BoomKatz)
Nov 16
Dec 13
Jan 31
Feb 14-15
Feb 21-22
March 7-8
March 28-29
Dance Camp: September 26-28th (exact times/dates TBA)
*During these dates, Team Moms will get parents together to
provide snacks, drinks & one team bonding activity.
Crossovers
*Athletes on 2 schedule B teams
Tuition: $10/m
Camp: $25
Trips: $40/m
Crossovers
*1 Sch A & 1 Sch B team
Tuition: $10/m
Camp: $25
Trips: $42/m
When my daughter first started at ECCATS a few years ago,
we were still relatively new to the area. ECCATS has
provided my daughter a healthy outlet both physically and
socially to grow in our adopted hometown! We are now
entering her 6th season here, and we couldn't be happier.
Our younger daughter who was 2 yrs old when her sister
started decided to join in on the fun, and is now entering
her 3rd season. She enjoys playing with all of her "big
sisters" and can't get enough of this place! Both get a thrill
out of competing at some of the most respected
competitions in the country, and their teams being able to
keep up with some of the biggest names in the industry,
while still keeping that "family" feeling when you walk in the
door.
~Jaclyn Martin (Camryn & Cassie’s Mom)
My daughter, Sydney, started tumbling at ECCATS at
Our daughter has gained so much by being a part of the
the age of 2. Eleven years later we are still tumbling
gym. She has developed so many life skills from her
and cheering at ECCATS!!! This is her life. She has
experiences being a part of a team and the ECCATS family.
made lifelong friends and memories here. I have seen
I cannot put into words how much ECCATS has meant to
her grow, not only as an athlete but as an individual.
us, it has been a part of all of us. The gym has been
The staff pushes them to reach their highest potential
Sidney’s village that helped raise her with loving guidance
but also teaches them many life lessons. Our teams are
and discipline. Jamie and TJ, Aaron and Jerome and her
not only winners on the floor but they are taught to be
other very special coaches over the years have been a
winners in life. Sydney and I truly bleed purple.
Godsend. I am so thankful she has had this second home
ECCATS is our family and I am so glad we made the
to run to when she needed it. ECCATS has provided a
decision many years ago to start this journey.
healthy and moral environment that kept her busy and
~ Jo-Lynne Braxton (Sydney)
occupied and away from the many negative influences
facing kids today. We leave to move on to new adventures
that would not be possible without her years of training at
CATS. I would recommend this program to any parent.
~Lynne Fornes (Sidney Overby’s
Mom)
This is our first year at ECCATS and our daughter has
learned so many new skills in such a short time. She
absolutely adores her coaches because they are
constantly encouraging her to do her best. We love
our ECCATS family and look forward to the next cheer
season!
~ Jessica & Steve Lundberg (Anna)
My daughter has been a part of this program since she was
3.5 years old. 10 years later, she still loves it today just as
much as she did then. My younger son joined 2 years ago
and I can't even begin to tell you what it has done for him
and how much he loves the sport. Competitive
cheerleading has taught them the value of true teamwork,
discipline and hard work to accomplish personal and team
goals, not to mention the lasting friendships they have
formed along the way. If anyone is looking for an awesome
program to involve their children in (boys or girls), this is
guaranteed to enhance their self esteem, instill amazing
values and help create wonderful memories that will last a
lifetime.
~ Mignon Norman (Ciana & Tyler)
We love ECCATS. The staff there are such positive role models for
ECCATS has been one of the best decisions we
our kids. My girls have learned dedication, determination,
have made for Bailey! She has learned so much
teamwork, confidence, how to win while remaining humble and
in the two years that she has been at CATS. She
how to lose gracefully. They've worked through injuries, sweat,
has particularly advanced in tumbling! Most of
and tears and know the feeling of accomplishment when their
all, she has made friends that she will keep for a
hard work pays off. They've also made some very dear friends who
lifetime, learned to be more self-confident and
have a bond that can only come from stepping on stage in front of
driven. She knows how to set a goal and doesn't
thousands of people with only each other to depend on, year after
stop until she reaches it! All of this has been
year.
due to the influence of her AWESOME coaches
Yes, it costs money in an already tight economy. But, we view it as
an important investment in our children that will play a role in
positively influencing and shaping the strong young women they
and CATS family. We have had a great season
and we love all of you! We are looking forward
to many more seasons at ECCATS! Paws Up!
will become. I recommend their program to anyone considering all
~Teresa Wooten (Bailey)
star cheer.
~Erika Trevathan (Hailey, Mary Kathryn & Bella)
Six years ago, I took Faith into ECCATS and the first thing she said was, “This is where I want to be”! She was shy
and did not have a lot of confidence, but that quickly changed! So many things blossomed in her: personality,
confidence, commitment, responsibility, leadership, and the ability to express herself. She absolutely loves ECCATS
and tells everyone she knows! She even made up the saying in a video, “First of all, I am a CAT for life”. I think that
defines Faith and the rest of our family very well! For those that know her well, to say her HEART bleeds purple
would be an understatement!
Throughout the years, my son has played many organized sports. But, he always saw something different about the
discipline that Faith exhibits. He and some of the other “cheer brothers” loved to go to the competitions and
began to love and understand the sport. So, they jumped on the bandwagon too! These boys absolutely LOVED it!
After Christian’s first practice, he said, “That is the hardest practice I have EVER had”. Let me remind you, he has
played soccer, football, basketball and baseball and none of them have built the confidence that cheerleading has
in him! I quote his words, “It has helped me to be braver and to believe in myself!” As his parents, that is music to
our ears. My husband and I say all the time, that cheerleading has been worth every dime that we have spent!
Even my husband likes the cheer scene and all that it represents for both our boy and girl!
As a former coach, cheerleader and mom to two cheerleaders, I have witnessed the sport of cheerleading be life
changing for so many kids. There is something about a sport that has no bench and EVERYONE is essential to the
team that REALLY helps a person to flourish. There is always an individual skill that is instrumental to a team! Your
child does not have to have prior skills, a good coach with a willing child can foster those skills. This is done here at
ECCATS!
~Tonya & Chris Miles (Faith & Christian)
ECCATS has been a great experience for my daughter. She has learned so much from being a part of a team including
leadership skills to being able to coach a team. She has been cheering at ECCATS for 14 years. She’s developed
friendships she’ll have forever. As the saying goes she’s learned to “win with dignity and lose with grace”. Being a part
of a team she knows there are different personalities and skill levels and that patience, hard work, determination and
dedication to working together will help you reach your goals. She’s learned a lot of what the real world is about and
grown into a strong, smart, responsible young lady that will be able to take all she’s learned and continue to use it
through the rest of her life. We are very appreciative of the family she has been a part of at ECCATS with TJ and Jamie,
because they’ve all contributed to the amazing young lady she is today!
~Dana Allen (Brittany)
Gym Policies & Guidelines
Gym Dress Code:
1. Appropriate athletic shirt, tank, shorts & sports wear allowed at practices and classes.
2. Cheer shoes should be worn at all times
3. No jewelry, it is a safety issue
4. Hair should be pulled up in a pony tail
Competition Dress Code:
1. Full uniform attire required at competitions – uniform top, shorts, bow, shoes, makeup
2. No jewelry
3. All Star members will not be allowed on awards stage if not dressed in full uniform
Gym Rules:
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No one is allowed to yell onto the floor or come out onto the floor at any time during tumbling classes or team practices.
The coaches reserve the right to close practices at any time for any reason.
Parents, relatives, friends and cheerleaders are never allowed to speak with competition officials/judges for any reason.
Good Sportsmanship is required at all times
No arguing or questioning Coach decisions at competitions, please schedule a meeting at an appropriate time.
Only coaches & athletes are allowed inside the gym area.
Practices may be changed or added at any time during the season.
If a problem arises between you and a team mate or another parent, the problem will be addressed with all parties
involved at a meeting with your coach and All Star Director.
Anonymous emails, letters, messages will be ignored. Please come to us if there are any concerns or issues.
No gossip about any other team (all stars or school), No gossip about a child on your team or another team. No gossip
about coaches and staff. It is much better to address a problem than listen to idle gossip.
Do not allow your child to enter the gym until their scheduled practice/tumbling time. We do not have proper supervision
for children that arrive early.
If a child is late for practice for any reason the coach reserves the right to hold the child after practice.
ECCATS logos, names & likeness are owned by T.F. Sawyer’s Inc, are trademarked, may not be reproduced and are
protected under law.
Accounts are required to be set up on Auto Draft. Any accounts that are NSF will be charged $25 Returned Draft fee.
The ECCATS staff/owners reserve the right to change a team roster and/or team level at ANY time.
If a child fees they are injured (broken bone, sprained ankle etc) that child must inform a staff member of the injury before
leaving the gym for proper attention.
If a student quits or is asked to step down from a team during the season, he/she will not be allowed to tryout the next
year and will forfeit any money paid in including tuition, trips, uniform, choreography, camps etc. There are no refunds
given for any reason.
Private lessons are reserved for CATS members only. In order to receive privates, gym accounts must be paid current.
Custody agreements must be made between the parents so that it does not affect team practices and competitions.
We do not allow our athletes to be trained at other programs, including for private lessons.
Not allowing a child to attend a team practice as part of their at-home punishment is not allowed. That punishes an entire
team of athletes, please choose other consequences that do not affect others.
Child Signature:________________________________________Date:___________________________
Parent Signature:_______________________________________Date:___________________________
In signing this form you agree to our Gym Policies & Guidelines
Gym Policies & Guidelines continued
Parent/Child please initial on each line and return by the first day of practice.
ANY TEAM MEMBER MAY BE REMOVED FOR ANY INFRACTIONS OF THESE RULES BUT NOT LIMITED TO THESE RULES.
Rules & Regulatons
____1. All ECCATS members must follow the ECCATS dress code at all events/practices.
____2. All cell phones must be turned off and left in a locker or given to the coach.
____3. No gum/candy allowed at all during practices or tumbling classes.
____4. No smoking, drinking of alcoholic beverages or use of drugs. This will warrant immediate dismissal from team.
____5. Coach has the right to send a child home for being disrespectful to a coach, staff member or other team members.
____6. Any profiles created on the internet that includes ECCATS either in name or in uniform need to adhere to the following
guidelines: no curse words, no vular pictures, good sportsmanship and appropriateness for ALL ages.
____7. No posting any gossip on Social Media, nor posting videos of choreography, ECCATS music etc until the end of a season.
No derogatory words or comments toward ANY gym program.
____8. Kids are not to enter the gym area until practice/tumbling class time, for liability & safety reasons.
____9. Parents are not allowed to enter the gym area at any time ie: team practices, tumbling classes, privates lesson etc.
____10. It is the parent’s responsibility to stay informed. Please check your email, team Facebook page and texts regularly. If you
are not receiving any communication please contact your Team Mom and/or Jamie.
Attendance
____1. All practice sessions are mandatory in order to build successful teams.
____2. Members must be on time to practice and stay through the entire session.
____3. ECCATS athletes are allowed 4 total absences (regardless of reason) during the months of May-August, unless otherwise
noted on tryout form for vacations planned. 4 total absences allowed regardless of reason during the months of Sept-March.
Practices the week of a competition/event is mandatory. If you do not attend your child will not perform/compete for that
competition.
____4. If you are sick or injured, you must still attend practice. You will not be required to participate. You will watch any
changes that directly affect you. NOTE: If your child is running a high grade fever, has the flu or is otherwise unable to get out of
bed due to illness please keep your child home.
____5. If you are late or absent without notice for any practice you may be held after practice to condition. Contact your coach
via their cell phone or Facebook message if you have unexpected delay in getting to practice. Leaving a message at the front desk
may not get to your coach in a timely manner.
Competitions
____1. Members are required to attend ALL competitions. This means through the award ceremony.
____2. Competition dress code must be followed. Athletes are not allowed on the award stage unless they are in full uniform.
____3. All behavior, comments and actions should be appropriate and reflect good sportsmanship.
____4. All money that has been paid in will be forfeited if your child comes off a team for any reason. There are no refunds of any
kind for any reason.
____5. It is the parent’s responsibility to get your child to and from competitions on time.
____6. I will provide a Drs. Note if my child is injured or has an illness that prevents them from participating at a competition.
Please note that even if your child is sick, the routine is choreographed with your child in it so not showing for a competiton can
dramatically negatively affect the team. We will only excuse an absence from an event if there is a Drs. Note stating that the child
is physically unable to compete.
____7. Substitutions for competitions are allowed under certain circumstances. Please see substitution section.
____8. Competition dates may be changed, added or removed based on scheduled dates, cancellations and/or budget. No
refunds will be given for removing a competition due to budgeting or cancellations.
Child Signature:_________________________________Date:____________________________
Parent Signature:________________________________Date:_____________________________
By signing this form you agree to our Gym Policies, Rules & Regulations
Substitutions
If you feel you have a valid reason to miss an event, please come to us at least 6 weeks prior to the event to discuss with us.
Should we find that your reason is beyond ordinary circumstances we will allow a substitution for that event for your child with
certain requirements. A) the substitute must be of equal or higher ability level and able to perform every section of your child’s
routine. B) there will be a maximum of 2 substitutions per child/per team if needed C) your child must be present for all practices
leading up to the competition/event to assist the substitution in learning their position D) the substitute must be willing to attend
all practices & extra practices leading up to the event and have practiced with the team at least 4 weeks prior to the event E) you
will still be required to pay any registration fees for that event. F) the coaches of your child’s team & TJ will all need to be involved
in approving the substitution chosen.
Examples of “beyond ordinary circumstances”:
*Having booked a trip out of the country prior to tryout season
*An extraordinary opportunity has arisen that is school related such as Governors School
Examples of NOT “beyond ordinary circumstances”:
Prom
A family vacation
Another activity conflict (unless it is a MAJOR event)
What do I need to get started:
*Please bring the following prior to or by the 1st practice. Athletes will not be allowed to participate until all are provided*
1. Complete the online Registration process including Parent Information, Student Information & Auto Pay Information
2. Signed forms: Gym Policies & Guidelines (both sheets)
3. Birth Certificate & photo ID (a school picture or head shot is sufficient)
4. Your gym account must be paid completely current in order to begin practices.
5. Check the online system for a day & time for a level appropriate tumbling class that works for you and submit a request to enroll in that
class.
Gym Closing Dates:
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May 26
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June 23-26
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July 4
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*No team practices August 25-28 , but we are open for tumbling*
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September 1
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November 26 & 27
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December 22 – Jan 1 (we will be offering tumbling clinics)
Other Important Dates:
1. Team & individual pictures – March
2. Year-End Banquet – April
When Does Practice Start?
Practices begin the week of May 5
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