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Becoming A Cheerleader
Some of the requirements that one must meet are being physically fit, have tumbling skills and have an energetic personality. One needs to be physically fit because they’ll need strength, stamina, and flexibility to be able to do all of the stunts, workouts, and tumbling that is required of cheerleaders. Tumbling skills are an integral part of cheerleading, and adds an exciting element to both watching and executing cheerleading moves. Cheerleading is about being loud and energetic, but in order to be either of them one has to be confident to show others.

To become a cheerleader one must try-out for a cheerleading squad, whether it’s a competitive or school squad. In order to try-out one must attend a cheer clinic to learn a cheer and a dance

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