FAQ's

  • What age can my child start cheer?

    Most gyms like Vegas Empire start athletes as young as 3–5 years old in recreational or beginner programs, then progress into teams as they get older and skill levels increase.

  • Do you need experience to join?

    Nope! Beginners are welcome. Athletes are usually placed based on age + skill level, and gyms will help build fundamentals like tumbling, jumps, and stunting from the ground up.

  • What’s the difference between teams (Novice, Prep, Elite)?

    Novice: Entry-level competition teams, great for beginners

    Prep: More commitment + skill development

    Elite/Premier Elite: Highest level, most competitive, more practices + travel

  • How much does cheer cost?

    This is one of the biggest questions. Costs usually include:


    Monthly tuition

    Competition fees

    Uniforms + bows + shoes

    Choreography + music

    Travel (for nationals teams)


    Gyms typically give pricing after tryouts or evaluations.

  • How often are practices?

    Most competitive teams practice:


    1–3 times per week (rec/novice)

    2–5 times per week (elite teams)

    Practice length depends on age and level (usually 1–3 hours).

  • Do athletes compete in competitions?

    Yes — all-star cheer is built around competition. Teams usually attend:


    Local comps

    Regional events

    Nationals (for higher-level teams)

  • Is cheer safe?

    Yes, but it is a high-skill sport, so safety is a big focus. Athletes are trained step-by-step in:


    Tumbling progressions

    Proper stunting technique

    Strength + flexibility training

  • What should my child wear to practice?

    Usually:


    Fitted athletic top or tank

    Shorts or leggings

    Clean athletic shoes

    Hair pulled back

    No jewelry

  • Can my child switch teams or levels?

    Yes. Athletes are often evaluated and may move up or adjust levels based on:


    Skill growth

    Age changes

    Team needs

  • Do you offer tryouts or evaluations?

    Yes — most gyms hold:


    Annual tryouts (for teams)

    Evaluations (for placement)

    Sometimes clinics or “prep weeks” before placements

  • What is open gym / private lessons?

    Parents love asking this:


    Open gym: supervised practice time to work skills

    Privates: 1-on-1 or small group coaching for tumbling or stunting

  • Do parents travel with teams?

    For higher-level teams:


    Yes, often for nationals or out-of-state competitions

    For lower levels:

    Mostly local travel only

  • What makes Vegas Empire different?

    Gyms like Vegas Empire usually emphasize:


    Strong technique + fundamentals

    Confidence + discipline building

    Team culture and leadership development

    Progression from beginner to elite levels

  • What are your hours?

    VEA is open Monday through Friday from 4pm -8pm (This also depends on practces for Elite Teams/privates/clinics or Cheer Camps)

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