Tumble in Cheer
Tumbling is really important in all-star cheerleading. Here are some tips on learning how to! It's very amazing and also be safe
Steps
- Learn the basics first. You should be able to teach yourself basic skills like bridge, forward roll, and backward roll.
- Once you know the basics, join an all-star cheer team. They will teach you some skills like cartwheels, round offs, and walkovers.
- When you're ready to move on, take tumbling or private lessons, where you can learn back handsprings or anything else you think you're ready to learn.
- Get some equipment and practice at home. But remember, never attempt anything too dangerous our you'll get hurt.
- Once you're good at tumbling, try auditioning for a talent show, doing individuals, or participating in a tumbling contest. It will help improve your confidence!
Tips
- When doing handsprings, push the ground as hard as you can.
- While tumbling, SQUEEZE your body as hard as you can.
- Practice handstands against a wall or on regular ground. If you have good handstands, you'll have good landings.
- Wear really comfortable clothes, and if you have long hair, tie it up in a ponytail.
- Eat healthy.
- Exercise more often.
Warnings
- Don't tumble on concrete or wood unless you're doing something like a cartwheel and you're very, very good at it.
- Learn the basics first. Don't try getting a double full when you don't have a back handspring.
- Don't practice at home unless you have the right equipment or someone watching/helping you in case you get hurt.
- Never say "I can't do this".
- Take your time. You can't learn a new tumbling trick in a day.
- Don't try anything too dangerous.
- Don't let anyone except coaches spot you, unless they know how to spot right.
- Never try something new at home! You should always have someone spot you when you're trying something you never tried before.
Things You'll Need
- A mat, tumble track, or trampoline.
- Someone to spot you when you're trying to do something new.
- A ponytail to tie your hair up if you have long hair.
- Comfortable clothing.
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