2ND QUARTER • Low V: Arms extended downward in a
“v" shape.
• Touchdown: Arms raised straight
3 IMPORTANT CHANGES THAT
above the head with fists facing inward.
WORK TO REDUCE STRESS
• T MOTION: Arms extended
• ENDORPHINS – when we are horizontally to form a "T".
feeling of endorphin, we are less likely
2. DANCE STEPS: Basic dance
to be stressed.
movements that add flair to cheer
• NERVOUS SYSTEM TRAINING – routines. Examples include:
when our heart rate rises during • Step Touch: A simple side-to-side
exercise, the sympathetic nervous movement that can be combined with
system is activated arm motion.
• Lunge: involver bending one knee
• MINDFUNER TRAINING – while keeping the other leg straight.
focusing on one thing at time can be
helpful for reducing stress and 3. FORMATION CHANGER: The
improving mental clarity. ability to unfit positions within a group
to create virtually appealing patterns
OTHER ROLES OF PA IN and shapes.
MANAGING ONE'S STRESS
4. STUNTS AND JUMP:
• sleep incorporating acrobatic elements such
• cognitive functioning as jumps (e.g., toe toucher) and partner
• Immune system Functioning stunts add excitement to routines.
CHEERDANCE FOR FITNESS 5. RHYTHM AND TIMING:
NATURE & BACKGROUND OF synchronization with music and
CHEERDANCE maintaining a steady beat are crucial for
effective performance.
Cheer dance is a dynamic and energetic
form of dance that combines elements
of traditional cheerleading with
choreographed dance routines. It
originated from the broader
cheerleading culture, which aims to
motivate sports team and entertain
audiences during games and events.
ELEMENTS OF CHEERDANCE
1. CHEER MOTIONS: Fundamental
arm movements that form the basics of
cheerleading routines. Common
motions include:
• High V: Arms extended upward in a
“V" shape
