Dream Athletics Cheer Evaluations 2026-2027

2026-2027 Season
All Levels Welcome
Dream Athletics Cheer Evaluations 2026-2027
Everything you need to know about tryouts, team placement, costs, and a quick snapshot of policies for the upcoming Dream Athletics inaugural full season. 
Whether you're a returning athlete or brand new to the gym, this guide will walk you through every step — from your individual evaluation all the way to competition season. Read carefully, register soon, and get ready to bring your best!
Tryout Schedule & Registration
Individual evaluations are held over multiple sessions to accommodate all age groups and skill levels. Athletes must register in advance on SportsEngine before attending. All waivers and agreements must be completed in SportsEngine prior to your appointment time.
Tuesday–Thursday, May 12–14
5:30–6:30 PM — 2017–2021 & All Novice 
6:30–7:30 PM — 2013–2017 Athletes
7:30–8:30 PM — 2007–2013 & Worlds
Friday, May 15 — Makeups
6:00–7:30 PM — For those unable to attend an individual evaluation earlier in the week. Don't miss your chance to be evaluated!
The Individual Evaluation Fee is $90 and is nonrefundable. Register early on SportsEngine to secure your evaluation spot!
What to Expect at Your Evaluation
Each individual evaluation block is 30 minutes. Athletes should arrive early and check in at the front desk to receive their evaluation number and have a photo taken. You'll then have time to stretch and warm up on your own before meeting with a coach who will evaluate your tumbling and jumps skills.
Level specific skills will be reviewed during the evaluation process. If time permits, athletes may also demonstrate additional skills they want evaluated — but only with safe and proper technique. 
Prep & Elite Athletes are invited back for additional sessions the following week. Novice athletes complete Individual Evaluations only. (There are no separate flyer evaluations.)
Phase 2: Group Evaluation Dates
Level 1–2: 5/18 Monday, 6:00–7:30 PM
Level 2–3: 5/19 Tuesday, 6:00–7:30 PM
Level 3–4: 5/20 Wednesday, 7:00–8:30 PM
Level 4–5: 5/21 Thursday, 7:00–8:30 PM
Worlds Athletes: 5/21 Thurs, 7:00–8:30 PM
Important Reminders
Register on SportsEngine before arriving
All waivers must be completed prior to your appointment
Arrive early to check in and receive your number
Come ready to warm up independently
Team Placement & Season Kickoff
After evaluations are complete, our coaching staff will carefully review every athlete's recorded skills to assign appropriate team levels. Assigning the right level is a top priority — it is crucial to the success of our teams and to each athlete's individual growth. Even if an athlete is invited to practice with a team during the summer, teams will not be finalized until choreography.
May 12–15
Individual Evaluations held at the gym
May 18-21
Group Evaluations held at the gym
May 27
Team Placement Emails sent to all athletes
May 28–29
Parent Zoom meetings (included with placement emails)
June 8
Practices begin for all teams
June 22 Week
Elite Stunt Camp (mandatory, daytime — evening practices suspended for Elite teams)
June 28 – July 11
Gym closed for summer break — book all vacations during this time!
Program Levels & Monthly Costs
Dream Athletics offers four competitive levels, each with different practice schedules and competition commitments. All fee installments are charged monthly by auto-debit. Review the breakdown below to understand what's included at each level.
 Families with 2 or more athletes receive a $25 discount off the second and each subsequent sibling (immediate family only). All athletes must keep a valid card on file for payment processing.
Monthly fees are split between Gym Fees and AllStar Fees. 
Tuition is the same regardless of the number or length of practices in a given month. 
Monthly fees cover training only — it does not guarantee the right to perform. 
A $25 late fee will be applied per occurrence. If a payment is declined due to insufficient funds at the time of processing, a $25 additional late fee will also be assessed.
The following items are NOT included in the monthly costs:
Elite Stunt Camp $125 per Elite Athlete - will auto-draft on June 22nd for all Elite athletes
Uniform, apparel, and shoes.
USASF Membership $50 - must be completed by July 31st 
Annual registration fee per family for Dream Athletics ($80)
Swag/gear - Funds will be collected by team reps to allocate toward team bondings, team gifts, and additional team specific swag. This limit should not exceed over $200. These fees are optional.
Apparel & Additional Costs
Dream Athletics operates on a 2-year uniform cycle, and this is our first full season in the current uniform. All athletes wear the same uniform (note: Senior level does not wear mesh — mesh must be purchased separately from the pro shop). If you already own any of the required items from a previous season, you do not need to repurchase them. Payment plans are available for several items and must be paid in full to receive the ordered apparel. Items with an asterisk (*) are required.
Dream Uniform*
$500
Payment plan available. Required if you do not already have one from half season.
Competition Bow*
$40
Due with August payment. Required for all.
Dream Shoes*
$140
Payment plan available. Required for all. Black custom high-top V-Ro, the official Dream Athletics footwear.
Dream Practice Wear (2 Sets)*
$90 Dye Sub Set & $110 Rhinestone Set
Payment plan available. Dye Sub set is the same as half season, you do not need repurchase.
Backpack (Optional)
$140
Payment plan available. Not required.
Warm Up*
Estimated $130-$150
Will be ordered in September, will be required for all. Payment plans will be available.
Not included in apparel or team fees:
USASF Membership — $50 (must be completed by July 31st)
Elite Stunt Camp — $125 (Mandatory for all elite team athletes due by 6/22)
Hotel & Travel, Makeup Kit, Classes & Privates
Post-Season Championship events (Summit, Worlds, etc.) and Showcase 
💰 Fundraising opportunities will be provided to help offset costs throughout the season. Stay tuned for details!
Financial Policies & Payment Schedule
Parents are fully responsible for all costs associated with Dream Athletics membership — including gym registration fees, monthly tuition, apparel costs, competition and travel expenses, and any other purchased items or services. This applies regardless of circumstances such as dismissal or team disbandment. The Dream Athletics Auto Debit Authorization form must be completed at registration.
Payment Schedule
All payments via Credit/Debit Card on the 1st of every month
Apparel fees drafted according to the payment plan authorized after tryouts.
Auto Debit Authorization form required at registration
Late & Failed Payment Fees
$25 late fee for payments made after the 5th of the month
$25 service charge for failed payments (NSF, declined cards, expired cards, returned checks)
Parent is responsible for keeping payment info current
Financial Standing & Participation
Athletes must maintain an up-to-date account to participate in practices, competitions, private lessons, and special events. Dream Athletics reserves the right to withhold items, deny participation, or remove an athlete from the team due to unpaid balances. Payments received will first be applied to overdue tuition and fees. Tuition and fees must be fully paid before clothing, uniforms, or retail items are released.
Refund & Collections Policy
If an athlete leaves or is dismissed from the program for any reason before the season ends, all payments are non-refundable. Delinquent accounts may be turned over to a collections agency, and the parent/athlete will be responsible for all additional costs incurred.
Attendance, Tardy & Absence Policy
Dream Athletics takes attendance and punctuality seriously. Athletes must be present and on time for all team activities including practices, competitions, choreography sessions, and appearances — even those added unexpectedly during the season. Dream Athletics takes precedence over all other extracurricular activities. Excessive absences or tardiness may impact an athlete's position on the team.
Excused Absences
Death in the family
Severe illness (fever 100.4°F+ with photo or signed doctor's note)
Religious holidays
Required school activities with signed teacher's note
Special circumstances approved by coach
Unexcused Absences Include
Lessons of any kind (piano, dance, etc.)
Doctor/dentist appointments (non-emergency)
Jobs, family outings, vacations, concerts
Other sports or teams, homework, no ride
Withholding athlete as discipline
Tardiness Rules
More than 10 minutes late OR leaving 10+ minutes early = Unexcused Tardy
3 Unexcused Tardies = 1 Unexcused Absence
Missing more than half of practice = counted as an absence
Late athletes must stay after to condition
$25
1st Unexcused Absence
Fine charged for first unexcused absence of the season (applied to account charges)
$50
2nd Unexcused Absence
Fine charged for second unexcused absence — coach's discretion after this
2
Summer Absence Allowance
Max missed practices before mandatory make-up classes are required
3 wks
Advance Notice Required
Excused absences must be submitted via Google Form at least 3 weeks in advance
Competition Week Policy: Attendance is mandatory the two weeks leading up to any competition. Missing practice during this window may result in replacement at the coach's discretion. April practices are mandatory — no exceptions except extreme circumstances.
Summer Practice & Absence Policy
Summer practices run from June 8th through the start of school and are designed for skill building and conditioning. These sessions are critical — when an athlete misses too many practices, they can fall behind their teammates in both routine knowledge and physical readiness. Practices during the summer (outside of the official break window) are mandatory.
Summer Break: June 28 – July 11
The gym will be closed during this period. Please plan and book all family vacations within this window. 
Classes, camps, and privates will be available during Summer Break. Stay tuned for info!
Absences outside of this break are subject to the standard summer attendance policy.
Make-Up Classes Policy
Up to 2 missed practices allowed without make-up requirement
After the 2nd miss, athlete must complete a class or private at their own expense
Classes must be reserved online through SportsEngine
Monthly class rates are discounted for Dream Athletes
Athletes who must miss most of the summer due to travel, parent custody arrangements, or other extended circumstances will be placed tentatively on a team. Their bill must remain current and be paid while absent — not deferred. When the athlete returns, their skill level will be evaluated. If they do not meet the skill requirements of their tentative team, they will be placed on the team that best matches their current abilities.
Fill Out an Absence Form
Athletes must complete an Absence Request Form any time they need to miss a practice. Submit it as early as possible — at least 3 weeks in advance for planned absences.
Injured or Ill Athletes
Athletes with non-contagious illnesses or injuries are still required to attend practice to stay current with routine changes and assist alternates or fill-ins.
School & Rec Teams
Athletes may participate on school/rec squads, but Dream Athletics always takes priority. Missing a Dream event for a school event may result in removal.
Quitting Fee - Quitting a team at any time is detrimental to the team. Fees are paid prior to the beginning of the competition season and quality time is spent on each and every athlete. If an athlete quits a team or is removed for failing to adhere to the policies and expectations, a fee of $400 will be owed and drafted within 2 days of separation from the gym.
If you quit after December, the remainder of the season fees will be due and you will not be released to any other program.
Competition Season Overview
The full competition schedule will be available late July or early August. Not all teams attend the same events — your team's schedule will be communicated clearly so you can plan accordingly. All competitions are subject to calendar updates, so be sure to check regularly throughout the season. There may be practices on or over holidays and school breaks — please stay alert to the posted calendar.
Novice
4–5 events All local, within 30–100 mile drive. One extra practice before each competition.
Prep
5–7 events All within Florida. Two 1.5-hr practices per week plus additional pre-comp sessions.
Elite
7–8 events Includes at least one out-of-state (tentatively, Cheersport). Two 2-hr practices per week.
Worlds
6–7 events Includes 1–2 out-of-state. Two practices per week, 2–3 hours each, with additional pre-comp sessions.
Each team may compete 1 to 3 times per month. The year-end schedule will be posted by late July/early August, and the end-of-competition-season schedule will be finalized by end of December. A national end-of-season event may be added for Novice and Prep teams if they qualify. April is a no-absence month — attendance is mandatory for all athletes to prepare for Summit and Worlds. Athletes may not compete on another all-star team during the Dream Athletics cheer season.
🎉 Dream Athletics is more than a gym — it's a family. We are committed to the growth, safety, and success of every athlete. We can't wait to see you at tryouts. Let's make this season incredible!
Exciting Growth at Dream Athletics!
We are so grateful for the intense growth our program has seen recently! To ensure our athletes have the best possible training environment, there is a strong possibility we may expand into a larger facility during the summer months.
Please rest assured that we will remain in the same general area, and we are committed to keeping you fully informed of any updates well in advance of a move. Thank you for your patience and for being part of the Dream Athletics family as we grow together!