FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the normal season?
stThe WRS practice/competition season for the Elementary, Youth, Junior and Senior teams runs from June 1 thru February
28th. The Tiny team season begins from June 1st thru December 20th. They do not participate in competitions but they have 3
performances for family and friends.
How many competitions do you participate in?
This year we have increased the number of competitions we will participate in. Our dance teams will participate in 5
competitions and our cheer teams will participate in 5 competitions. The Junior and Senior teams participate in Nationals in
addition to the other competitions.
Do parents have to be at every practice?
The parents are requested to not stay at practices. We have learned that no matter the age of the participant, they
practice more efficiently when a parent is not present.
What is the practice schedule?
The coaches set their practice schedule at the beginning of a season and will provide to their team members at the first
practice. However, there are times that the coaches may add practices based on whether or not they determine a need prior
to competition.
How many coaches are there?
Each team has 1 head coach and 1 assistant coach.
How many teams are there?
• 3-5 dance competition teams; • 4 cheer competition
teams; and • 1 mini cheer/dance performance team(s).
How are teams determined?
Teams are based on age and ability. There are circumstances where a team member may try out for the next level team based
on his or her abilities.
