Depends on their grade and is up to the coaches to pick the days and times. PreK & Kindergarten practice twice a week for 1 hour; 1st and 2nd grade practice 3 times a week for 90 minutes; 3rd - 8th practice 3 times a week for 2 hours.
Our sizes vary by season, but we have roughly 10-20 cheerleaders on a squad
Games are held on Saturday, unless weather delays or cancellations occur. TJFL does not cancel games due to weather, all game cancellations are the result of field closures, which are determined by the City of Thornton.
TJFL provides its cheerleaders with a shell, skirt, and poms, which are to be returned at the end of the season. We also supply spanks and warm ups that the cheerleader gets to keep. It is the parent's responsibility to purchase white shoes. Some coaches have extra expenses such as bows, undershirts, and bags.
A: Typically games are held at Trail Winds Park (134th Ave and Holly St.). Practices fields are held at Thornton Sports Complex (104th Ave and McKay St) or Community Park (92nd Ave and York St). The City of Thornton determines available field space for the league.
Depending on how close we are to the start of the season will determine how soon you will hear from a coach regarding team information, practice schedules, etc.
We train on all cheer fundamentals, including but not limited to, motions, jumps, and stunting while focusing on sideline cheers and a fun, energetic poms halftime routine