Performance using music during the routine.Teams may incorporate a cheer/chant within the routine. Poms and props are allowed. Please refer to the Level Rules and Scoring section for complete details on Rookie routine requirements and allowances.

Performance using music during the routine. Teams may incorporate a cheer/chant within the routine. Poms and props are allowed. Please refer to the Level Rules and Scoring section for complete details on Cheer Level 1 Limited routine requirements and allowances.

Performance using music during the routine. Teams may incorporate a cheer/chant within the routine. Poms and props are allowed. Please refer to the remainder of the Level Rules and Scoring section for complete details on Levels 1-5 routine requirements and allowances.

Performance using music during the routine. Teams may incorporate a cheer/chant within the routine. Poms and props are allowed. Please refer to the remainder of the Level Rules and Scoring section for complete details on All Abilities routine requirements and allowances.

A Hip Hop routine is composed of street style movements with an emphasis on variety, execution, creativity, body isolations/control, rhythm, uniformity and musical interpretation. Choreography should demonstrate various styles and elements of hip hop while incorporating athleticism, footwork, jumps, stalls, etc. Routine should highlight movement styles rooted in hip hop culture. Purposeful skills may be included to enhance the performance and complement the overall style and intent of the routine.

A Pom routine is defined by a strong, consistent pom-based movement that is clean, sharp, and precise in execution. Emphasis is placed on visual impact, team synchronization, and overall clarity of motions. Routine may incorporate technical skills such as leaps, turns, jumps, and kicklines. Poms should be actively and effectively used throughout the routine, as their presence and utilization contribute significantly to the judges’ overall impression.

Jazz is a versatile and expressive category that can incorporate a wide range of styles, including traditional, commercial, funk, and musical theater. Movement may be sharp, dynamic, and powerful, or fluid and soft, with intentional use of musicality throughout. Emphasis is placed on style, control, technical skills, alignment, and overall performance quality and communication.

A Lyrical routine blends expressive movement with elements of ballet, modem, and traditional dance to interpret the lyrics, mood, and musical phasing of the piece. Movement should feel organic and connected, with a strong emphasis on emotional expression and storytelling. Purposeful elements and technical skills may be incorporated to enhance the overall artistry of the routine.

The focus of this performance is audience entertainment. With no spoken word by the athlete, this routine develops a selected theme or era through music, costuming, dance choreography and/or props. This routine should encompass and express one predominant theme and/or era. A proper theme dance should incorporate creative and innovative movements and dance choreography that help shape the intended theme. Athletic and technical skills will be credited toward the degree of difficulty. Costuming is required to reflect the routine’s theme/era. Props are HIGHLY recommended and should be utilized throughout the routine to maximize score.

A Variety routine is an open category for creative freedom and the fusion of multiple dance styles, performance elements, and thematic concepts. Routines may incorporate genres such as jazz, hip hop, pom, lyrical, kick, contemporary, majorette, or other movement forms. Emphasis is placed on originality, creativity, and the seamless integration of styles and ideas.