Safety

911—Are You Prepared for an Emergency?

A flyer twist cradles from a fully extended stunt, opens her arms too soon and elbows one of her bases in the face. What do you do? Do you have the skills and know-how to assess her injury? Do you have a first-aid kit immediately available? Do you have a written plan on emergency procedures?

Safety is a top concern in coaching. Cheerleaders are tossed in the air, extended above each others’ heads in stunts, while jumping, dancing and tumbling. Whether you are a ...more