London Rockets host cheerleading camp for charity

The London Rockets Cheerleaders are hosting a cheerleading camp on Sunday 29th November at their central London gym for all levels to raise money for ‘Team Rhino’, six cheerleaders who are climbing Mount Kilimanjaro in February 2010 for Save the Rhino.

The camp is open to all levels, we will have coaches to work with you from beginner to elite. All you need to do is RSVP ‘yes’ to our event on Facebook. Just click here to add yourself first.

We are still in closed season for the competitive team but we are welcoming applications for the waiting list from this month. We may open for mid-season tryouts in March 2010 so if you are currently thinking of trying out please contact us for an application form at cheerleadingrocks@googlemail.com

 

Squad news:

The team are training hard for the competitive season and will open the season with a Level 3 routine. Aiming to compete midseason with a Level 4 routine. Last year was one of the most successful for the squad in it’s six year history but everyone is committed to making 2009/10 the year of the Rocket!

Our All Girl stunt squad are currently in training for Future Cheer’s London regionals this December and the main squad are competing for the first time this season in February.

The Coaching Team has undergone some big changes for this season. Rosie Meckiff goes from Co-Coach to Head Coach. Rosie, who was Acting Head Coach towards the end of last season, has been a cheerleader for almost all of her adult life, from university to all star. She brings a determination to have fun as well as train hard to the mix and we’re really excited that she has accepted the position.

Assisting Rosie will be Chantelle Gough who is also a former university cheerleader. Chantelle helped the Rockets gain their first National Championship title last season season as 1/5th of ‘The Rockette’s’ stunt group.

With the appointment of these two new coaches, Emma ‘Rocket’ Chandler announced that will be taking up the position of Program Director after six years at the front of the room. This natural progression will enable all our coaches to progress in their training as well as the squad receiving a more focused and intensive training program.

In addition these changes Natasha Warner continues as Gymnastics Coach and Tracy Hart was named as Dance Captain. The team also welcome back Amanda Davidson from Unity as a guest coach.

And with that, there’s only one thing left to say.

Bring It On.

Contact the Coaching Team with any questions at cheerleadingrocks@googlemail.com

Tryout for the London Rockets Cheerleaders 2009/10 season

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 their Level 3 cheer routine.

The squad have also secured a history making place in the Guinness World Record books for the highest basket toss as well as taking part in several events and TV shows throughout the year.

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.

Please note that the squad are now in closed season and are not currently taking any new members. You may apply for the waiting list by emailing cheerleadingrocks@googlemail.com

London Rockets – take home four Trophies (and Gold at an Olympic Venue!)

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. 

Pyramid

 

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:

London Rockets debut at London Capital

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.