Cheer Camp Checklist

Summer is the time for sun, fun and bonding at cheer camp! Whether your camp is only a few days or a little longer, you want to make sure that you don’t forget anything important! Making a list beforehand will ensure you have everything you need so you can focus on learning and teaching at camp. Get started with this list of things you should plan to pack, things you should definitely leave behind and tips to beat the heat and perform your best. Pack it! Cheer Bag Sunglasses Sunblock with an SPF of at least 15, and aloe vera Chapstick or lip balm A reusable water bottle Snacks (nothing that will melt!) Bug spray A notebook and pen for notes and information Any medications or pain relievers you may need A hat A camera Cheer Gear Your team uniform Accessories (hairbows, poms, glitter makeup) Camp and practice wear Socks and shoes Sports bras Don’t forget extra clothes, socks and footwear; for casual hanging out, sleeping or special events. Cheer Room Bedding A book or magazine Board games A small, portable fan Alarm clock Towels, robe and toiletries Don’t forget flip flops for showering, and plenty of hairties! Leave it! Bad attitudes! Valuables Jewelry Bond without burning! Don’t underestimate the summer sun! Keep yourself from getting sunburnt – which will hurt bad and make you feel even worse! Bring plenty of sunscreen, which you should apply at least 15 minutes before heading outside and reapply every two hours. Try to take a break from the sun every half hour or so, even if it just means moving into the shade for a few minutes. Sweat without dehydrating! Camp is known for its vigorous physical activities, which means you’ll be sweating and in the hot sun! Don’t wait until you are thirsty to hydrate, drink a lot and drink often. Get cheer exhaustion, not heat exhaustion! Heat exhaustion will make you feel overheated, tired and weak and the symptoms could last for days. Not only will this ruin your camp experience, but it simply isn’t good for your body. Be aware that the effects of heat exhaustion can appear suddenly, and can cause you to collapse. Not only for your health and safety, but also for the safety of your teammates that are counting on your strength, be vocal if you even start to feel overheated. Get out of the heat, fill up on liquids and rest for a few minutes. Snack right! Try to stay away from foods that drinks that are known to dehydrate like snacks high in salt and sugar, and drinks like tea, soda and coffee. Limit your snack stash to hydrating foods to stay healthy and focused.