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The Role of the Backspot & Why It’s So Important
Backspots: the unsung heroes who hold the team (and the stunt) together. In the world of cheerleading, flyers often get the attention—the...
Tayler Cross
May 73 min read
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When Progress Feels Slow: Understanding Plateaus in Cheer, Gymnastics, and Tumbling
What parents need to know when it feels like their athlete is “stuck.” Every athlete, whether they’re flipping in tumbling, flying in...
Tayler Cross
May 33 min read
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Improving Your Cheer Jumps: Tips for Stronger, Higher, and More Controlled Jumps
A great jump doesn’t just happen—it’s trained. There’s nothing like a sharp, high, toe-pointed jump to light up a cheer routine. Whether...
Tayler Cross
Apr 304 min read
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How to Support Your Child's Cheer Journey as a Parent
Because your encouragement is the ultimate secret weapon. Cheerleading is more than jumps, tumbling, and glitter-- it's a journey of hard...
Tayler Cross
Apr 283 min read
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Why Handstands Are Important in Cheer, Tumbling, and Gymnastics
It’s not just a cool trick—it’s the foundation for everything. When athletes first learn to kick up into a handstand, it feels like a...
Tayler Cross
Apr 283 min read
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Understanding the Different Levels of Cheerleading
From Tiny Novice to Level 6, here’s how the magic builds—one skill at a time. Cheerleading can feel like a whole new world when you...
Tayler Cross
Apr 224 min read
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What It Takes to Be a Great Base
Because being the foundation isn't just a position—it's a responsibility. Let’s be real—without solid bases, nothing goes up and nothing...
Tayler Cross
Apr 153 min read
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How to Build Confidence as an Athlete
Confidence isn’t just about skills—it’s about mindset. Here’s how to break through self-doubt and believe in your abilities. When people...
Tayler Cross
Apr 93 min read
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Why Tiny Novice is Perfect For Your Preschooler
Starting cheer early sets the foundation for a lifetime of fun and fitness. I'll explain why the Tiny Novice program is ideal for...
Tayler Cross
Apr 73 min read
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Does My Child Have Muscle Soreness or an Injury?
Understanding the difference between normal muscle soreness and a potential injury is key to keeping your child safe and healthy. I'll go...
Tayler Cross
Apr 74 min read
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Being a Strong Flyer: Strength, Control & Trust
Being a flyer isn’t just about being flexible —it’s about control, strength, and, most importantly, trust. If you want to be a confident...
Tayler Cross
Mar 303 min read
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Forging Lifelong Friendships in Cheerleading
Cheerleading is about so much more than learning new skills, nailing a routine, or winning competitions. At its core, it’s a team sport...
Tayler Cross
Mar 292 min read
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Mastering Tumbling: Tips for Every Level
Tumbling can be one of the toughest skills in cheerleading, but it's also one of the most rewarding. I'll share drills, mental...
Tayler Cross
Mar 243 min read
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Overcoming Mental Blocks
Mental blocks can be frustrating, but they don't have to hold you back. I'll share proven strategies for pushing past fear and rebuilding...
Tayler Cross
Mar 193 min read
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The Path from Rec to Competitive Cheer – There’s a Team for Everyone
Thinking about making the jump from recreational to competitive cheer? First of all— yay ! Second of all—don’t stress, because there’s a...
Tayler Cross
Mar 153 min read
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Setting Goals for Success in Tumbling, Gymnastics, and Cheer
As a coach, I've seen firsthand how goal-setting can transform an athlete's confidence and performance. Here's how to set and achieve goals!
Tayler Cross
Mar 133 min read
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