UKCA - United Kingdom Cheerleading Association

One day to go until Intermediate Tumbling Skills in Buckley.

This practical course supports qualified coaches who are ready to develop their knowledge of handsprings, tumbling combinations and safe coaching progressions.

Participants must hold the UKCA Foundation Tumbling for Cheerleaders certificate and attend the full day.

📅 Sunday 9 August 2026
⏰ 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
📍 Buckley Leisure Centre

Visit the UKCA website today to check availability and book your place.

Behind every confident athlete is a community helping to make participation possible.

Coaches, volunteers, parents and teammates all play an important part in creating a positive cheer experience.

The strongest programmes are built through trust, clear communication, mutual respect and consistent support. Every positive training environment helps athletes develop skills, self belief, friendships and a lasting connection to the sport.

Tag someone who makes a difference in your cheer community and follow UKCA as we continue to grow the sport together.

Progress is not about attempting the hardest skill as quickly as possible.

Strong athletes build control, body awareness and consistency at every stage before adding height, speed or difficulty.

Coaches can support long term development by choosing progressions that match each athlete’s current physical and psychological readiness.

Master the foundation. Build confidence. Then move forward.

Share this with an athlete or coach who needs the reminder and follow UKCA for more development guidance.

Ready to progress beyond foundation tumbling?

Our Intermediate Tumbling Skills course takes place on Sunday 9 August at Buckley Leisure Centre.

The course covers handsprings, tumbling skills used in cheerleading routines, coaching practice and safe skill progression.

It runs from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm and is suitable for adults aged 18 and over who hold the UKCA Foundation Tumbling for Cheerleaders certificate.

Visit the UKCA website and book your place.

http://www.ukca.org.uk/

Safe progress starts before the first skill is attempted.

Before every session, coaches should consider the training space, equipment, athlete readiness, appropriate supervision and emergency procedures.

A well planned environment helps athletes learn with confidence and allows skills to be introduced through appropriate, level specific progressions.

Safety is not a single check. It is a consistent coaching practice shared by coaches, athletes and everyone supporting the team.

Save this reminder for your next session and follow UKCA for more coaching guidance.

Safeguarding must remain at the heart of every sporting environment.

has launched an updated suite of Safeguarding and Protecting Children learning products, developed in partnership with NSPCC Sport.

The refreshed training supports coaches, welfare officers, young coaches, volunteers and organisations in recognising concerns, responding appropriately and keeping children and young people at the centre of their practice.

Creating safe and supportive environments is a shared responsibility across our whole sporting community.

Read the full update on the UK Coaching website.

https://www.ukcoaching.org/news/uk-coaching-and-nspcc-sport-strengthen-safeguarding-training/

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🌟 Get ready to elevate your coaching game!

Join us at the COACH Conference on September 12-13 at Devere Cranage, where coaches from all backgrounds will come together for two transformative days of learning, sharing, and growing side by side.

This is your chance to connect with fellow professionals, gain valuable insights, and enhance your skills.

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to invest in your coaching journey.

More info coming soon www.ukca.org.uk

✨ It's official - the UKCA 2026/2027 season dates are here! ✨

Mark your calendars, teams 📅

✨ Winter Cheer & Dance Championships 2026 5 & 6 December – Belle Vue Manchester

✨ National Cheer & Dance Championships 2027 13 & 14 March – Belle Vue Manchester

✨ Summer Cheer & Dance Championships 2027 26 June – NCC / Velodrome Manchester

✨ National Schools Cheer & Dance Championships 2027 27 June – NCC / Velodrome Manchester

Which one are you counting down to? 👇