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2010-2011 CAO Tryout Packet
CAO Elite All-Stars
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 51 National Champion Titles, 15 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!”
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 winniest
all-star family in the South Atlanta area. At CAO Elite All-
Stars, WE ARE A FAMILY!
CAO Has A FAB
Summer Planned!
Beach Day
CAO Elite is looking forward to our first ever family beach day!
Pack your lunch, grab your swim trunks and meet us at the
beach for a day of fun.
Team Activities
Every summer, each of our teams picks an activity as a group
to do together. Last summer, these events included movies,
ice skating and even some laser tag competitions. This is a
great chance for individual teams to grow closer and get to
know each other better.
CAO Family Picnic
CAO Elite holds a Meet & Greet picnic every year for all of our
CAO Elite athletes and families, complete with a barbeque,
games and plenty of water balloons! There’s no better time for
team bonding then spending a day outside with your family
and teammates.
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Teams for the 2010-2011 Season
All-Star Competitive Cheerleading Teams
The CAO Elite teams for the 2010-2011 season will be
determined by the number and level of our athletes trying out.
However, we expect to have the following teams this season:
Cutie Pie Tinys — Ages 5 and under
Showstoppin Minis — Ages 8 and under
Diamond Dolls Youth — Ages 11 and under
Showtime Juniors— Ages 14 and under
Glamorous Life Seniors — Ages 14-18
Fierce! Seniors — Ages 14-18
*An athlete’s “competition age” is determined by their age as of August 31, 2010.
Cost for 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. Due to the current economic conditions, we have taken several
steps to reduce the overall costs of being a part of the program.
Our monthly price covers 2 days of practice and 1 tumbling class. We offer our members
the option choosing between different packages that fit their families’ budget. These
packages are centered around: entry fees for local and national competitions,
choreography/music, clothing cost, and etc. This system makes financial planning much
easier for our customers. 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
Mini- Senior Teams:
Tiny Team:
$90/month
$65/month
Family Pricing
2 Siblings $115/month
3 Siblings $145/month
These amounts do NOT include:
Clothing/uniform cost (vary per athlete depending
on which package parent choose)
Travel Expenses
Annual Registration Fee ($45), Tryout Fee($30), USASF Membership Fee ($25)
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Evaluation Days and
Times
Clinic Days for Ages 11 and Under Tuesday, March 9th 6:30-8
p.m. Thursday, March 11 th 6:30-8 p.m. *Athletes only need to
attend one of these clinics, however, they may choose to attend
both.*
Clinic Days for Ages 12 and Up
Wednesday, March 10 th 6-7:30 p.m.
Friday, March 12 th 7-8:30 p.m.
*Athletes only need to attend one of these clinics, however, they
may choose to attend both.
Evaluation Day and Times
Saturday, March 13 th
*Please check in at least 30 minutes prior to your tryout time.
9 a.m. — 10:45 a.m. Ages 8 and under
11 a.m. — 12:45 p.m. Ages 9-11
1 p.m. — 3:00 p.m. Ages 12-up
“Everybody
will make
one of our
CAO Elite
teams,
whether you
have had
previous
cheerleading
experience
or not!”
Mandatory Parent Informational Meeting
*New Parents to CAO March 16 th 7-9:00 pm
*Returning Parents to CAO March 17 th 7-9:00 p.m. (returning
from 2004-2010)
Cost
Evaluations cost $30 (Free for returning members). The cost
includes the clinics and a tryout t-shirt for each participant.
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!
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What is All-Star Cheerleading?
The sport of all-star cheerleading has grown immensely from its roots 20 years ago. In the 80s and early
90s, teams were typically formed of athletes who were interested in improving their skills so that they
would stand a better chance of making their high school or college cheerleading teams. As the sport
developed and grew, more and more athletes and their parents viewed all-star cheerleading as a viable
activity in and of itself. As stronger and stronger athletes began to recognize that all-star cheerleading
provided them a way to focus more on team-work and athleticism and less on pom pons and decorating
lockers, the sport began to separate itself from the traditional stereo-types.
Teams and athletes in all-star cheerleading now focus on gymnastic and acrobatic moves. The hybrid
sport of today is a combination of gymnastics, acrobatics, athletic dance and many elements unique to
all-star. More X-Games than Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader, more extreme athlete than fashion model,
today’s all-star athlete can learn exciting skills in a fun, safe environment. All-star teams are typically
comprised of 15-35 athletes with a variety of skills and abilities (much like a football or basketball team).
There can be solid, well-rounded athletes and those who have particularly strong abilities in certain areas
(ex. - strong dancers or jumpers).
The coaches create a competition routine performed by the group that has elements of tumbling, stunting,
jumping, dance and other skills set to music. The routines are typically 2 1/2 minutes in length. At
competitions, the teams are divided by age and ability level. The routines are judged by their level of
difficulty, precision, creativity and entertainment value. There are thousands of all-star programs of all
types across the country. CAO All-Stars is widely considered one of the top all-star programs in the
country.
While not every program is a perfect fit for every athlete, we believe that we have a solid program that is
the right choice for everyone, from the brand-new beginning athlete to the ultra-elite veteran. Regardless
of your athlete’s level of experience, CAO Elite All-Stars Cheerleading is great way for young athletes to
learn new skills while building teamwork, goal-setting, sportsmanship and numerous other social skills
while making lifelong friendships!
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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 Booster@rsallstars.com.
If there is a financial problem, please talk to Nicky Porter immediately. Your
coach will not be able to advise you on these matters. All e-mail
correspondence about finances should go to Nicky@rsallstars.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 $90 a month for one member, $115 for two siblings and $145 per
month for three siblings. Tuition for the Tiny team is $65 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 June 1st 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 $30 tryout fee (Free for returning members) at this time also. All athletes who tryout
will receive a t-shirt. 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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Please Print
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Cheerleader Full Name
ATTACH HEADSHOT
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Parent/Guardian Full Name
____________________________________________________________
Cheerleader School Age Birthdate
____________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name
Phone
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Cheerleader Address
____________________________________________________________
City GA Zip
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Previous Cheer Experience (List)
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Previous Cheer Experience (List)
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Parent/Guardian E-mail
Phone
Are you interested in competing on more
than one team this year? (check box)
YES or NO
* Cross competing does require 2-4 extra hours of practice
every week and additional competition fees.*
Indicate T-Shirt Size (circle one)
YS YM YL AS AM AL AXL
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Cheerleader’s E-mail
I understand that the participant may sustain serious injury, and/or illness
Will trying out at Resolute Spirit All-Stars Gym and I further assume the risk of such
An occurrence. I agree to hold harmless and indemnify Resolute Spirit All-Stars, LLC.
Including without limitation, all representatives, all staff personnel, and all
Administration. I further release Resolute Spirit All-Stars, 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 als 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 Resolute Spirit All-Stars, 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.
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