Christine Farina Cheer Camp is designed for cheerleaders who desire a full day of expert training in all facets of cheerleading. Hofstra University Cheer Camp offers an innovative and creative curriculum.
Training includes cheers, dances, jumps, stunts, pyramid building, and gymnastics. A routine with skills the campers are taught will be performed at the end of camp for Family and Friends. The camp is structured to encourage both individuals and teams to believe in themselves and achieve their personal best. Hofstra University Cheer Camp encompasses all styles and skill levels, from beginner to elite. Cheerleaders are grouped according to age and skill level.
Christine Farina Cheer Camp utilizes the University’s state-of-the-art, air-conditioned facilities for gymnastics and stunting sessions.
Camp Objectives
- To provide a creative environment where students can develop friendships and enjoy a valuable learning experience.
- To present the fundamentals of cheerleading so that each cheerleader understands safety measures and proper techniques.
- To expose each cheerleader to a memorable experience that allows each student to develop individually.
Daily Program
- Warm-up, stretching exercises and flexibility training.
- Jumps and Jump Exercises.
- Stunts and pyramid building on safe cheer mats.
- Motion technique/sideline chants.
- Team building/individual goal-setting activities.
- Gymnastics with certified instructors using fun-shaped mats and inclines to help student learn fundamental to intermediate level skills.
What to Bring / Wear
- Each camper should wear daily: cotton T-shirt, athletic shorts, and sneakers. Campers must also bring a water bottle.
- Bathing suit and towel will be needed on assigned swim days.
Please label all items clearly with first and last name. Hofstra is not responsible for lost or stolen items.