FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHEN DO PRACTICES START FOR THE FALL SIDELINE SEASON?
Practices for the fall sideline season begin typically mid August.
Tumbling practices will be held on Sundays at Grand Rapids Trampoline.
(Inside the GRG Building)
A more specific schedule will be communicated to you with the days, times and locations of practices in advance.
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ARE PRACTICES REQUIRED FOR FALL SIDELINE CHEER?
Cheerleading is a team sport. If your child misses practice, it does impact the rest of the team, especially during stunting. If your child must miss a practice, please make sure to let the coaches know in advance.
WHO WILL BE COACHING MY CHILD?
All RYC teams will be coached in cheerleading by Forest Hill Central varsity cheerleaders along with Ashley Raffoul Ranger Youth Cheer Board President. They will also be coached for tumbling by instructors at Grand Rapids Trampoline. Specific coaches will be assigned after registration.
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HOW CAN I HELP THE PROGRAM?
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RYC cannot continue without parent volunteers. We are looking for members at large, as well as additional volunteer opportunities such as:
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practice chaperone(s)
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game day chaperone(s)
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volunteer coordinator
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uniform coordinator
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end of season party coordinator
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homecoming events coordinator
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WHAT DOES THE REGISTRATION FEE COVER?
The cheer registration fee covers the following for fall sideline cheer:
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The cheer uniform and bag (to be returned end of season)
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A T-shirt and hair bow
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Tumbling classes
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One weeknight practice
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FHPS building use fees and insurance
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End of season event
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Administrative fees
Our uniforms are from GTM. See the images below for sizing information and measuring tips.
