Cheerleading Motions Guide

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What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes cheer dance from other dance forms?

  • The emphasis on expressive movements and storytelling.
  • The use of intricate floor patterns and complex sequencing.
  • The incorporation of ballet techniques and graceful arm movements.
  • The integration of gymnastic skills such as jumps, tumbling, lifts, and tosses. (correct)

In cheerleading motions, how does a 'BROKEN T' differ from a standard 'T' motion?

  • The 'BROKEN T' involves bent arms with fists closer to the shoulders, whereas the 'T' has straight, extended arms. (correct)
  • The 'BROKEN T' has arms angled slightly downward while the 'T' has them parallel with the ground.
  • The 'BROKEN T' has the arms crossed in front while the 'T' has them extended to the sides.
  • The 'BROKEN T' involves a slight rotation of the wrist, unlike the 'T'.

A cheerleader is performing a move where one arm is in a high 'V' position, and the other is in a low 'V', where the left arm is in the higher position, what is this move called?

  • K motion.
  • Diagonal right.
  • Reverse K motion.
  • Diagonal left. (correct)

Which of these motions involves the arms being bent in front of the chest, with elbows pointing down and fists facing each other?

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What does the term 'SET' refer to in the context of cheerleading?

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HIGH "V"

A cheerleading motion where both arms are extended up, forming a V shape.

LOW "V"

A cheerleading motion where both arms are extended down at a 45-degree angle, forming a "V" shape.

DIAGONAL RIGHT

A cheerleading motion where one arm is extended in a high V and the other arm is extended in a low V position.

DIAGONAL LEFT

A cheerleading motion where the left arm is in a high V and the right arm is in a low V.

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SET

The choreography and formation that cheerleading teams use during their routines.

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Study Notes

Cheerleading Motions

  • Cheer Dance: A performance involving routines emphasizing gymnastic skills (jumps, tumbling, lifts, tosses) often combined with team cheers.

  • HIGH "V": A cheerleading motion where both arms are raised to form a V-shape.

  • LOW "V": Cheer motion with arms extended downward at a 45-degree angle, forming a V.

  • BROKEN "T": Arms bent parallel to the ground, fists in front of the shoulders.

  • "T" MOTION: Arms extended straight out to the sides, parallel to the ground.

  • DIAGONAL RIGHT: One arm in a high "V," the other in a low "V." (Right arm high, left arm low).

  • DIAGONAL LEFT: Left arm in a high "V," right arm in a low "V."

  • "K" MOTION: One arm in a high "V," the other arm crossing over the body in a low "V".

  • DAGGER: Arms bent in front of the chest, elbows down, fists facing each other.

  • CANDLE: Arms extended in front, fists facing each other (like holding a candle).

  • SET: Choreographed routines and team formations.

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