The Dance Master Class and Combine Day in New Orleans on July 11 is an opportunity for dancers to take from some of the most celebrated instructors in the industry. As part of their experience, they will have the chance to meet with representatives from various colleges and pro teams AND the potential to be selected as a Dance Worlds Ambassador for 2025!
JAZZ with Melissa McGhee - The Ohio State Dance Team & TEAM USA JAZZ/Pom, head coach
HIP HOP with Oscar “Big O” Hernandez - NBA & NFL Choreographer, America’s Got Talent Contestant
GAME DAY & POM with Jackie Consiglio - University of Nevada Las Vegas, former head coach and renowned choreographer
The Cheer Master's Day in New Orleans on July 11 features a holistic approach to your training, addressing the physical, mental and emotional aspects of performance with industry experts. As part of their experience, they will discover the pathway to a college cheer or dance team and learn how to find the best fit academically and athletically. Make connections with in-state and out-of-state coaches to gain valuable insight, while college coaches may seize the opportunity to scout potential cheer athletes for their college cheer and/or STUNT teams.
Come to New Orleans for the Master Classes & Combine on July 11 and stay for the National Conference on July 12-13. We have classes designed JUST FOR YOU. Unmask your potential by participating in the ATHLETE TRACK with these spotlight sessions:
Technique Class with Carter Williams, So You Think You Can Dance
Exclusive Opportunity: Town Hall with USASF Board of Directors
Injury Prevention & Recovery and Strength & Stretch sessions
Hip Hop choreo with Nicole Trigani, pro-dance team and collegiate choreographer
Making the Team: Journey to College/Pro Teams
Classes facilitated by Positive Coaching Alliance and RISEGames
Giveaways and Scavenger Hunts
PaJAMa Jam! Athlete Mixer
and more!
IN-PERSON LEADERSHIP
Back again, Athletes in Action will be offered at The National Conference on July 12-13! Cheer and dance athletes entering grades 6-8 participating in the ATHLETE TRACK at the conference will take part in this 2-hour session and learn hands-on from our Leadership team.
JR. COACH TRACK
The National Conference offers a JUNIOR COACH TRACK exclusively for 14-17-year-olds, providing movement-based and educational classes. PLUS, participants of the Jr. Coach track who pass the written test and attend all required classes on July 12-13, will become a USASF CERTIFIED JUNIOR COACH!
Are you a returning Jr. Coach? We have NEW curriculum just for you!
And dancers, this year we're offering dance-specific classes to the Jr. Coach track, so you don't want to miss this opportunity to become certified.
ATHLETES IN ACTION is created for athletes (grades 6-8) who learn from our USASF Leadership Facilitators during a fun and interactive virtual leadership training designed specifically for their age range geared towards learning leadership styles and forms of communication applicable to the team dynamic. Participation includes:
introduction to USASF Leadership training and preparation for BOLT
includes the AiA worksheets to be used throughout the training and after
digital certificate
JUNE 14 : 5-7 PM EST (register by June 12)
Virtual Leadership Workshop
*the next AiA will take place on July 19: 11-1 PM EST
B.O.L.T. workshops are designed for high school-aged All Star athletes. This virtual workshop will help you learn about communication and leadership styles that will benefit you as you navigate All Star, school and beyond. Participation includes:
includes the leadership workbook to be used throughout the training and after
eligible for advanced leadership training in the Fall
