BOYS. THIS IS CHEER.
Cheerleading combines tumbling, stunts, jumps, movement and performance in one fast-paced team sport. Whether he's a complete beginner or already loves gymnastics, parkour or trampolining, there's somewhere to start at Notts Hotshots.
Boys train as part of the wider Hotshots cheer programme, developing the same technical, athletic and performance skills as every other athlete.
MORE THAN YOU EXPECT.
If your idea of cheerleading comes from films or the sidelines of another sport, all-star cheer might surprise you.
Athletes learn how to tumble, jump, stunt, move with precision and perform as part of a team. Every person has a role, and routines depend on athletes learning to trust one another and work together.
Boys don't need a separate version of cheerleading. They can join the same cheerleading programme and develop according to their age, experience and individual progress.
ONE SPORT. LOADS TO MASTER.
Cheerleading combines several different athletic and performance skills, which means athletes can discover strengths they didn't even know they had.
Stunting
Athletes learn timing, technique, control and teamwork as they build and perform stunts safely with others.
Tumbling
From foundations through to more advanced skills, tumbling develops coordination, power and body control.
Jumps & Movement
Athletes work on explosive jumps, shapes, timing, movement quality and physical conditioning.
Performance
Cheer builds confidence under pressure and teaches athletes how to perform as one team.
EXPERIENCED OR COMPLETE BEGINNER.
Gymnastics, Parkour Or Trampolining?
Previous experience isn't required, but athletes from gymnastics, parkour, trampolining, martial arts and other sports may already have useful coordination, strength, flexibility or body awareness.
If he can already tumble, tell us what skills he's currently working on when you enquire.
You can also explore our dedicated tumbling programme .
Never Done Anything Like This?
That's completely fine. Boys do not need to arrive able to tumble, stunt or perform.
Our beginner pathways are designed to introduce skills progressively and allow athletes to build confidence before moving onto more challenging skills.
Start by exploring our beginner and recreational classes or contact us and we'll help find the most suitable option.
THOSE SKILLS CAN TRANSFER.
Athletes coming from gymnastics, trampolining, parkour or similar activities may find that some of their existing skills give them a useful starting point.
Cheer adds something different: athletes learn to combine individual ability with stunts, jumps, timing, formations and team performance.
Existing skills don't automatically determine team placement, but they're useful for our coaches to know about when helping an athlete find the right pathway.
Explore TumblingFIND THE RIGHT PLACE TO START.
There isn't one fixed route through cheerleading. The right starting point depends on age, experience, available spaces and what the athlete wants from the sport.
Beginner & Recreational
Learn the foundations, build confidence and experience cheer without needing previous experience.
Skill Development
Continue developing tumbling, stunts, jumps, technique and confidence through regular training.
Competitive Opportunities
Where appropriate, athletes may be considered for competitive teams based on age, readiness, team needs and available spaces.
READY FOR MORE?
Notts Hotshots runs competitive cheer teams that compete at events across the UK.
Competitive athletes train towards a routine combining stunts, tumbling, jumps and performance, with every athlete contributing to the team.
Selected teams within the wider Hotshots programme may also earn opportunities to compete internationally. These opportunities are team-specific and are not an automatic part of joining.
Competitive placement depends on factors including age, current ability, team requirements, readiness and available spaces.
Explore competitive cheerleading at Notts Hotshots →LEARN SKILLS PROGRESSIVELY.
Cheerleading contains technical skills that need to be taught properly. Our coaching approach focuses on building foundations, developing technique and progressing athletes according to their current ability.
Our coaches are enhanced DBS checked and trained and qualified within their relevant disciplines.
Read more about our approach on our safeguarding page .
BASED IN WATNALL.
Notts Hotshots Cheer & Dance Academy is based in Watnall, Nottinghamshire, with athletes travelling to us from communities across the local area.
Families join us from Nottingham, Hucknall, Kimberley, Eastwood, Mansfield and surrounding towns.
Watnall
Nottinghamshire
NG16 1AA
Visiting Hotshots for the first time? Our Finding Us page includes arrival information and directions to the academy.
Finding HotshotsNOT SURE HE'LL LIKE CHEER?
The easiest way to find out is to try it. Tell us his age, any previous experience and what he's interested in, and we'll help identify the most suitable available session.
Book A Free TasterQUESTIONS ANSWERED.
New to cheerleading? These are some of the questions parents ask us most often when considering cheer for their son.
Can boys do cheerleading?
Does he need gymnastics or tumbling experience?
Does he need to be able to tumble before joining cheer?
Does he need to be strong?
What if he's nervous about being the only boy?
Is there a separate boys' cheer team?
Can experienced gymnasts or tumblers join?
Does joining mean he has to compete?
How are athletes placed onto competitive teams?
Where is Notts Hotshots?
How do I arrange a first session?
FIND HIS STARTING POINT.
MAYBE HE JUST HASN'T FOUND HIS SPORT YET.
Give cheerleading a try. No stereotypes. No experience required. Just a new challenge, new skills and the chance to become part of a team.
Book A Free TasterBe the fire they can't put out.
