Tryout Information

Carnegie Mellon Cheerleading Tryout Information:

We are currently recruiting dedicated cheerleaders and dancers for the upcoming 2026-2027 season via the tryout options below:

• Video Tryouts *preferred* (submit tryout videos by August 21st)
• In-Person Tryouts (date TBA)

Video Tryouts
Potential cheerleaders will be sent video material containing a short dance and 2 cheers. Each applicant will be expected to learn and send performance videos within two weeks or by August 21 (whichever comes first). Applicants will also have the option to add a few bonus videos to their tryout video (jumps, tumbling or previous cheer/dance).

Video Tryout Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/CMUcheerFall26-VideoTryouts

In-Person Fall Tryouts
Join us for two speed clinics and tryout sessions at the end of August! Dates coming soon - registration is required to attend.

*During the registration process, athletes must confirm availability for practice and game schedule listed in the registration form, to register and attend tryouts. 

Cheerleader Opportunities
Cheerleaders have the opportunity to:

• Choreograph dance routines
• Cheer/Dance at Football & Basketball games
• Perform halftime routines

Requirements
Experience, although encouraged, is not a requirement. We accept all skill levels; performers of any kind, dancers, gymnasts, figure skaters, cheerleaders, etc., or someone wanting to try something new and fun. Additionally, we welcome graduate students and semester exchange students from other CMU Campuses.

Sports Physical
All prospects must obtain a physical prior to the first stunting practice. A physical can be obtained at health services on campus or any urgent care facility. Please visit the sports medicine site for the physical form. Additionally, any cheerleader that accepts a position on the team is required to fill out mandatory medical forms through the athlete portal.

Please contact Coach Kristin Kropf for more information.