How to Learn Cheerleading Dances Online

Cheerleading has become its own spectator sport, with state and national competitions. Complex dance routines have replaced jumping and cheering with pom-poms, and these routines require a great deal of athleticism for optimal performance. Synchronized, original dance moves with sharp motions and difficult tumbling stunts make cheerleading routines stand out, although copying routines from music videos is now commonplace. There are also numerous books about cheerleading and dance routines, as well as dance workout videos. Learning a cheerleading dance routine online requires patience and room to move, but you can do it in a matter of hours.

Things You'll Need

  • Computer
  • Lengthwise mirror
  • Internet connection
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Instructions

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      Find the routine you wish to learn. There are numerous free online resources for cheerleader choreography, as well as sites for purchasing cheerleader dance videos. YouTube is another quality source for learning cheerleader moves. Watch the video three or four times to get a basic idea of the routine.

    • 2

      Clear an area of your home where you can see your computer screen and have room to move. If possible, place a lengthwise mirror where you are going to practice, so you have an idea of how you look while learning the moves.

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      Break the routine down into three to five parts, depending on the length of the routine. Hit "Pause" at the end of the first segment and start the video from the beginning; repeat this until you have the first set of moves down. Repeat with the rest of the video until you learn the entire routine.

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      Practice the routine in its entirety in front of your full-length mirror. Make any necessary adjustments or add your own special moves to the routine.