The London Rockets have had an amazing 2008/09 season – ending it on a high as National Champions in All Girl Stunt Level 5 and taking home a 2nd place for Level 4 cheer.
The squad have also secured a history making place in the Guinness World Record books as well as taking part in several events and TV shows.
The squad are currently selecting for our 2009/10 tryouts. Apply via email to cheerleadingrocks@googlemail.com
While all are encouraged to apply please note that we are asking for a minimum of level 3 stunting OR tumbling. Places are restricted so please submit your application form early and email us with any questions.
Exciting news for cheerleaders and cheer fans in London – the Coaching Team behind the London Rockets Cheerleaders have launched a new initiative for competitive cheerleaders in London called ‘Cheer London’.
Click on the image below to find out more.
We are also launching a podcast – first episode on Friday afternoon we hope. The ‘pilot’ has been done – really just a microphone and tech check and not a lot of content but we’re really excited about this opportunity and hope that you’ll follow us on Twitter to find out more.
What a few months it has been for the London Rockets Cheerleaders – we’re in the middle of our most successful season yet and it’s only March. With Nationals to look forward to as well as the usual fun stuff we say bring-it-on!
The hard work really is starting to pay off – here’s a look at what we’ve been up to since the last update. Thanks to everyone who has got in touch about joining the squad, your next opportunity will be in September 2009.
Future Cheer Regional Competition – Loughborough
London Rockets took two first place trophies at Future Cheer – All Girl Stunt (Level 5) and Cheer (Level 3). We were also awarded Grand Champions which goes to the highest scoring team on the day. Our award included all levels up to Level 3 – Unity Allstars were awarded Grand Champions for Level 4 and up. Full scores here.
The squad also received the ‘One Heart Beat’ award for sportsmanship and teamwork – in recognition of their hard work and determination.
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Competitive Squad - 2008/09
Watch both routines below! Go Rockets!
London Cheer and Dance Showcase – London Cheerleading Academy, Excel
Following on from the success at Future Cheer we were honoured to be the guests of Ascension Eagles Cheerleaders this weekend for the London Cheer and Dance Showcase at the Olympic venue Excel. AEC are the founders of the London Cheerleading Academy where the Rockets have trained once a month since we started out. We owe much of our success to the coaching and mentoring of the staff there and were really excited to take part in the showcase.
Over 500 cheerleaders attended and performed including the Norbury Manor Jets, the ‘little sister’ team to the London Rockets based at Norbury Manor Business Academy in Croydon. The Jets have been coached by London Rockets coaches since they began cheering just a year ago and we were so proud to see them take home Silver this weekend. Go Jets!
The Rockets performed a small version of their competition routine – with just half the squad and still took home Gold despite that. Go Rockets!
The Coaching Team regret that we will not be taking on any more new members until September 2009 when we will have Level 3 tryouts. If you would like to be added to that list please email cheerleadingrocks@googlemail.com
We will have some open sessions (when you can attend with no previous experience) throughout the summer – to keep informed about this and the other squad news make sure you add us on Facebook:
The London Rockets are preparing for their debut at London Capital this weekend – London’s only professional basketball team.
The squad are currently in their closed season in preparation for competing at Future Cheer’s Open competition in February this year but are taking some time out to return to their roots – cheering on the sidelines.
Check back for more information about our game day experience and how to get involved in the upcoming midseason.
Finally, the squad revealed their new logo this month. Inspired by our competition ribbons the unique design reflects the direction the squad are heading as well as our All Star status.
Do you have what it takes to be a London Rocket?
Our tryout list is almost full but we will consider applications from gymnasts and university experienced cheerleaders up until midnight on 31st January. Email cheerleadingrocks@googlemail.com for an application form.
