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CAO Elite All-Stars
2011-2012CAO Tryout Packet
Be a part of the Infamous CAO Family
CAO Elite All-Stars is located south Atlanta in Jonesboro GA. We’re Clayton
County’s Oldest, Most Winning, and Hottest Cheer Gym! We hold 60 National
Champion Titles, 20 Grand Champion Titles, and numerous specialty accolades for
Best Tumbling, Choreography and Stunts from several National Competitions!
CAO Elite provides a safe, fun, enthusiastic environment for cheerleaders of all
levels.The character and integrity of our staff continues to provide the positive
influence and individual attention that our students need. We believe in providing a
family atmosphere that teaches our students “life lessons” that will remain with them
forever. We also have a strong focus on proper technique and progressions that
pushes our athletes to the forefront of their sport.
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“Each and every
family is important
to us and our
program!”
About CAO Elite
With one coach & a handful of students, CAO Elite
launched into the All-star cheer industry a 7 seasons
ago. Since then, CAO Elite has grown into the
only gym in Clayton County GA and most winning all-star
program in South Atlanta. CAO Elite is a force to be reckoned
with Nationally! Coach Toni C. Tooks Kendrick started CAO Elite
with two small squads practicing out of parks &recreation centers.
As the teams progressed throughout their winning season- the
following year’s tryout tripled in numbers and a legend was born.
CAO Elite’s Mission
Our mission at CAO Elite All-Stars is to enrich the lives of the
children and their families through the sport of competitive
cheerleading. Our goal is to teach our athletes the value of
commitment, hard work, integrity, leadership, self confidence,
positive attitude and a love for the sport of competitive
cheerleading and dance.
Each and every family is important to us and our program!
You will not get lost in a crowd or feel like just another
number. You will be a part of the hottest and most winning allstar
family in the South Atlanta area. At CAO Elite All-Stars,
WE ARE A FAMILY!

2011-2012 Season
Our season will begin May 2011 and End April 2012. Our teams will participate
in 7-8 local and national competitions. Some of the events will be 1-Day (Sat or.
Sun) or 2-Day (Sat and Sun). Along with competitions come some very
important gym social events that are on the calendar for 2011-2012 that
promises to be fun for all.
Meet & Greet Picnic
Our annual meet & greet picnic will be held early summer right before
the teams enter choreography sessions. This day is fun with games,
music, barbecue, and getting to know each other before we enter the
competition season!
Mother & Daughter Tea
Brims over Brunch is our mother & daughter tea fundraiser. This is a time
for not only our CAO cheerleaders and mothers to come together, but we
invite numerous community and mentoring programs to join us in uplifting
young ladies to empower them for a brighter future.
A Night with the Stars Annual Showcase
2011 will host our 3 rd Annual showcase night! This a lively dress rehearsal in which ALL CAO
Teams will perform their competition routines with the uniform, make-up and hair in
Cost for the Season
preparation for competition day. The showcase night is dedicated to Toys for Tots! Many
recreational and school cheer teams come out each year to show their support and put on a
show as well.
CAO’s DADS Cook-Off
CAO Dads are OFF DA CHAIN IN THIS THANG! WHAT!?! We
dedicate a night to them to show us what they are working with in the
kitchen! The night is filled with games focused around “cheer dads”,
spirit night in which teams make spirit items and so much more!
Stars End of the Season Banquet
Our end of the season banquet is our uplifting of the cheerleaders
for all of their hard work and dedication throughout the season.
The evening is a formal event that fabulous!

Teams for the 2011-2012 Season
All-star Competitive Cheerleading Teams
The CAO Elite 2010-2011 teams will be determined by the number and level of our athletes
that are trying out. However, we expect to have the following teams for this season:
Cutie Pie Tinys- Ages 5 and under
Marvelous Minis-Ages 8 and under
Diamond Dolls Youth- Ages 11 and under
Jammin Juniors-Ages 14 and under
Glamorous Life Girls- Ages 18 and under
Fierce! Seniors- Ages 18 and under
*An athlete’s “competition age” is determined by their age as of
August 31, 2011
Cost of the Season
Competitive cheerleading, while not as costly as some youth
activities, can still be an expensive sport. Entry fees for competitions
alone are hundreds of dollars a year per athlete. Before you
consider this or any program, please carefully consider the financial
commitment involved.
Our monthly price covers 2 days of practice and 1 tumbling class. Our all-stars have free
pass to attend any of our class offerings from tumbling to stunting for no charge. We
provide you with the convenience of automatic draft. This allows you to use either a credit
card or check card to pay your monthly fee. You will know exactly how much will be
charged and when it will happen.
Tuition Rates
Tiny
Senior Teams:
$75/month
$95/month
Family Pricing
2 Siblings $125/month
3 Siblings $155/month
These amounts do NOT include:
Clothing/uniform cost (vary per athlete depending on which
package parent choose)
Travel Expenses
Competition Entry Fees
Annual Registration Fee or USASF Membership Fee
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Evaluation Days &
Times
Evaluation Day and Times
Saturday, April 23 th
*Please check in at least 30 minutes prior to your tryout time.
9 a.m. — 11:00 a.m. Ages 10 and Under
Sunday, April 24 th
*Please check in at least 30 minutes prior to your tryout time.
3 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Ages 11-18
“Everybody will
make one of
our CAO Elite
Teams, whether
you have had
previous
cheerleading
experience or
not!”
Mandatory Parent Informational Meeting
The informational meetings will take place the day of tryouts for
each respective age group. The meeting will follow an hour after
the conclusion of the try-out session.
*April 23, 2011 12:00 p.m. Meeting for Ages 10 and Under
*April 24, 2011 6:00 p.m. Meeting for Ages 11 through 18
Cost
An initial sign-up fee is due at try-outs for the 2011-2012 seasons.
$150-New Members and $125-Returning Members. The cost
includes 2011-2012 registration fee & practice gear packet*.
Don’t Stress! Evaluations are Fun!
We promise CAO Elite evaluations are stress-free. In fact, you’ll
have a lot of fun during the clinics and on evaluation day. Everybody
will make one of our CAO Elite teams, whether you have had
previous cheerleading experience or not!
*Practice Gear Packet- 3tops, 3 bottoms, and 3 bows.
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“CAO Elite All-Stars has some of
the most experienced, creative,
and talented staff of any gym in
Georgia!”
The CAO Elite All-Stars Staff
Our coaches have a wide variety of backgrounds. They have extensive gymnastics
experience to help with the teaching and spotting of tumbling skills. Many have worked in a
variety of team sports and can bring unique perspectives to the various teams. Several are
highly experienced choreographers that are in year-round demand from other cheerleading
programs. We have a proven track record of 51 National Titles, 15 Grand Champion Titles,
and numerous accolades for spirit, tumbling, jumps, and choreography awards. Combined
our staff has 30+ years of experience in the cheerleading industry.
The bottom line is this: CAO Elite All-Stars has some of the most experienced, creative, and
talented staff of any gym in Georgia!
Our Facility
CAO Elite is thrilled to be entering our first full season in our new facility. Parents can enjoy
Wi-Fi, Closed-Circuit Viewing of Practices, separate room for classes and more. We ask
that while at the gym you pick up after yourself and help keep CAO clean! Thank you in
advance for your cooperation.
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Fundraising
We have fundraisers available to those who are in financial need. Each year only 8-12
percent of our families take advantage of gym sponsored fundraisers. It is possible to pay
for an ENTIRE season on the fundraisers we offer. If needed, please take advantage of
these fundraisers so your child can participate. For more information, please e-mail
gostars@caoelite.com.
If there is a financial problem, please talk to Toni Kendrick immediately. Your coach or
administrative staff will not be able to advise you on these matters. All e-mail
correspondence about finances should go to toni@caoelite.com
There will be no refunds made to anyone who is asked to leave the program or that
quits a team. This includes all monthly fees and any monies paid to the CAO Elite All-
Stars account.
What Do I Do Now?
Please review the frequently asked questions section. Fill out the attached application
and waiver form. We also need a copy of your birth certificate. Please turn everything in
to the CAO front desk. Thanks, and we’re looking forward to an AMAZING cheerleading
season.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does CAO “cut” cheerleaders who try out?
A: No! There is a place for every age and every level of athlete at CAO. Every athlete who
tries out will make one of our award winning teams.
Q: How much does it cost?
A: Our monthly tuition is $95 a month for one member, $125 for two siblings and $155 per
month for three siblings.Tuition for the Tiny team is $75 a month per member.
A complete breakdown of costs will be available at your parent informational meeting.
Q: How do we get our uniforms?
A: We will have uniform fittings on or around July and this date will
be mandatory. You will have your uniform before the first competition.
Q: When can my child “move up”?
A: We reserve the right to move a child up at any given time. However,
we will re-evaluate every athlete in July to determine which team they
will compete with for that season.
Q: How do you select teams?
A: We select teams to be the most competitive in each level.
Q: Can my daughter fly?
A: If the coach feels that your daughter should be a flyer, she will be.
Q: What should I wear to tryouts?
A: Athletes should wear a comfortable shirt, shorts and tennis shoes with hair pulled back
neatly into a ponytail. Absolutely no jewelry is allowed.
Q: Can my child be a part of CAO while still participating on his or her school
cheerleading team?
A: We support our athletes’ involvement in other extracurricular activities (i.e. youth/school
cheerleading, other sports teams) as long participation does not conflict with their
responsibilities or their commitment to CAO. Participation must be discussed with our
coaching staff to determine any potential conflicts.
We are looking forward to another outstanding season. Please help us by following the guidelines
set forth in this packet. It is much easier for the coaches and cheerleaders to do their job when
they do not have to worry about outside issues. When you have read and understood everything
in this packet, please fill out completely all appropriate forms and turn into the front office.
Incomplete paperwork will not be accepted.
Please be prepared to pay the $150.00 -New Members Fee or $125.00- Returning Member Fee at
the time of paperwork submittal. If we do not have all completed paperwork by the set tryout
dates, your child will not be allowed to tryout.
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Age as of August 31, 2011
_____________
Athlete Name: ___________________________________________________ Date of Birth: _________________
Athlete Email: ___________________________________________________ Athlete Cell: ( )______________
Address: ________________________________________________________ City/State: ___________________
Mother Name: ___________________________________________________ Mother Cell: (
Father Name: ____________________________________________________ Father Cell: (
)______________
)______________
Current School: __________________________________________________ Home Phone: ( )______________
Parent Email (important updates): _________________________________________________________________
How Do You Know About Us? _____________________________________________________________________
Put an “X” next to the skills you currently have. This does not determine your team placement.
Tumbling Tosses (flyers only) Stunts (flyers only)
__Lv-1 (no backhandspring) __ Lv-2 (straight up extension) __ Lv-1 (Prep w/straight ride cradle)
__Lv-2 (Back Handspring) __Lv-3 (Full Twisting Straight Ride) __ Lv-2 (Liberty at Prep Level)
__ Lv-3 (Back Tuck) __ Lv-4 (Kick Full) __ Lv-3 (Full twisting cradle)
__ Lv-4 (Layout or standing tuck) __ Lv-5 (Kick Double Full) __ Lv-4 (Single down from single leg)
__ Lv-5 (Full or Double)
__ Lv-5 (Double Down from Single Leg)
Are you interested in possibly competing on two teams? YES NO
Previous Cheer Experience/ Team? __________________________________________________________________
(You can list NONE, it’s OK! We have a team for you- PROMISE!)
I understand that the participant may sustain serious injury, and/or illness will trying out at CAO Elite All-Stars Gym and I further assume the risk of such
An occurrence. I agree to hold harmless and indemnify CAO Elite, LLC. Including without limitation, all representatives, all staff personnel, and all
Administration. I further release CAO Elite, LLC. from any medical and/or legal costs which may arise due to any injury and/or illness sustained. I
Authorize the staff to seek treatment for any injury or illness for the above mentioned participant and as authorize the physician and/or hospital near the
Gym facility to perform treatment to any illness or injury to the participant. I Authorize payment for treatment, either personally or through our family health
insurance.You have my consent to use the likeness of the participant in photographs or Videotapes promoting CAO Elite, LLC. partnerships of CAO & merchandise.
_____________________________________________________________________
Signature
Date
*Due to the United States All-Star Federation Rules regarding age requirements, please attach a copy of the athlete’s birth certificate.