2008 Summer Spirit Camp Information
Ages: Girls and/or boys ages 5 through 14. We encourage individuals as well as recreational squads. You DO NOT have to be a member of a cheerleader squad to attend.
Cost: The cost per camper is $65. The fee includes insurance, a T-Shirt, and snacks.
Date: July 21-25, 2008
Times: There will be two camp sessions daily, Monday through Friday. The 8:30 - 12:00 camp is designed for individuals. If you are not a member of an organized cheerleader squad or if you are not attending camp with your cheerleader squad, you should attend the morning session. The 1:00 - 4:30 camp is designed for recreational squads. All teams should attend the afternoon session.
Snacks: There will be a break during each session where campers will be served drinks and snacks.
Insurance: Each camper will be covered under a provided insurance policy that is included in the camp fee.
Dress: Cool and comfortable T-shirt and comfortable tennis shoes. Uniforms may be worn the last day if desired.
Registration: There will be LIMITED space available for each camp. It is suggested that each camper complete the registration form on the back of this brochure and send it in prior to the start of camp. IF there are any remaining spaces on the first day of camp, there will be an open registration on site starting at 8:15 AM and 12:45 PM . This will be on a first come first serve basis. SQUADS attending camp need to be registered no later than July 9, 2008.
Location: The camp will be held at USC Aiken in the NEW Convocation Center . Registration will be held in the lobby of that building.
Cheers and Chants: The staff will be teaching you many new cheers and sideline chants that promise to be fun and exciting. Proper motion technique and projection will be emphasized.
Dance Routines: Our girls will be teaching some great new dance routines that we know you will enjoy.
Stunts: These classes will strongly emphasize proper technique and safety procedures necessary to perform some of cheerleading’s most basic partner stunts and pyramids. Stunt progression will be based on individual levels and capabilities.
Tumbling: We will be providing instruction to those just beginning as well as those with experience.
Seminars: There will be a brief seminar given each day on topics that relate to developing into a better cheerleader and a better person.
Exhibition: On the last day of camp, both sessions will perform an exhibition of all the exciting cheers, chants, dances, stunts, and gymnastics for their parents and other guests. Each participant will receive a certificate acknowledging their attendance and participation. The USCA Cheerleaders and Dance Team will also perform during the exhibitions.
Camp Instructors: The University of South Carolina Aiken is fortunate to have one of the finest cheerleader and dance team programs in the Peach Belt Conference (PBC). The Pacer Cheerleader Squad is an all female squad that cheers for both the Lady Pacer and Pacer Basketball teams. The USCA Dance Team has claimed five conference championships in the past 12 years...1996, 1997, 1998, 2004, and 2008. Both teams have also competed in the UCA and UDA National Cheerleader and Dance Team Competition. These are highly motivated and exciting individuals who will help you be the best cheerleader you can be. They will also ensure that your week at cheerleader camp is fun, exciting, and rewarding. Each instructor possesses advanced skills in all areas of cheerleading that will be taught at camp. Each instructor is committed to making your summer camp the very best it can be. The USCA Cheerleader and Dance Team Coaches are certified by the American Association of Cheerleader Coaches and Advisors.
How to Register: To obtain a camp brochure, please contact the USCA Athletic Department at 803-641-3486 or click here.