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Expert: - 9/4/2011


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hi i just mastered a single full down but i really want to try my double i have it on the trampoline but its not really tight but anyways if you could just give me some tips!
thanks

Answer
In order to do a double in a stunt, you have to be very tight. If not you will not get all the way around and you might hit someone with an arm/hand and hurt them. When you do start working on doubles (this is good to do in singles also), make sure you really pull up through your shoulders when your bases throw you. Pull up and don't start your twist down until you've reached the top of the cradle. Before you start working on a double, make sure your single is perfect and super, super tight. Once you're tight in your single, to do a double all you do is remain in the same position. Just make sure you keep all your body parts tucked in close so you don't hit anyone. Good luck!

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I can answer questions on partner stunts, dismounts, basket tosses, choreography, pyramids, jumps, motions, chants, and formations. I can answer questions on tryouts, coaching, general cheerleading, etc. I cannot answer questions on co-ed stunts/pyramids or tumbling. Aside from these areas I can usually answer, or direct you to an answer, on any other topic.

Experience

I've been cheerleading for 10 years. My teams consistently competed at the national level, placing many times. I've coached for the past 5 years, and the team I coached most recently became National Champions. I've cheered at the Pop Warner, High School, and All-Star levels. I coach alongside my mother and sister who have coached at the all-star level as well. I've been watching cheerleading since I was 4, and I can create routines, give advice, and help teach kids how to deal with competitions. I have a knack for coaching and giving advice. I'm always the coach designated to give the pep talks to the kids before competitions.

Education/Credentials
I have been living with cheerleading coaches for 10+ years which teaches more than anyone can imagine. I was captain of my Varsity High School squad which came with the responsibility of picking music, writing a cheer, creating and teaching the routine, and making the formations. I have also coached nationally ranked teams for 5 years.

Awards and Honors
Two-time All-State Cheerleader nominee All-State Class M Cheerleader Varsity Cheer Captain

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The 32 young girls I just helped coach to a national championship! :) It wasn't easy, but they'll all say the work was worth it in the end.

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