Cheer-Dance Specialist Program
The Safety Bay Senior High School Cheer-Dance Specialist Program is committed to developing strong and confident young people who strive for excellence and to reach their full potential. Our vision is to help prepare students for their next phase of life beyond school, by setting high standards and expectations.
Cheer Dance Philosophy
The program will teach valuable life lessons such as integrity, work ethic, mutual respect, accountability, and a high level of commitment.
We are dedicated to building champion athletes whilst representing our school with enthusiasm and pride.
Register Interest
Students from year levels 7-10 are encouraged to trial for a place in our Specialist Cheer-Dance Program. Register below and you will be contacted to arrange an individual trial.
2024 Selection Trials
Register now for our 2025 Cheer-Dance Specialist Program!
Trials are open to students who are currently in Years 6-10 in 2024.
Register below to be contacted regarding upcoming trials in November 2024.
Criteria
Program Selection
Selection trials for current Year 6’s looking to become a part of our program for the following year are held once annually in Term 2. Registrations are essential to confirm your place at the trials.
Training Program
We are one of only two WA schools offering a combined Cheerleading and Dance Specialist program.
Students participate weekly in 2x Specialist Cheerleading (Physical Education) and 2x Specialist Dance (Performing Arts).
In addition, students will participate in a number of performances and competitions throughout the year, as well as have the opportunity to travel and compete Nationally.
Facilities and Equipment
Safety Bay Senior High’s Cheer-Dance Specialists Program has elite training facilities which include a 7 strip Cheerleading floor, 9m air track, Dance studio with sprung floor, mirrors and sound system.
Academic Progress
Academic progress is an important part of the Safety Bay Senior High School Cheer-Dance Specialist Program.
Students are expected to work consistently across all subjects to maintain a high standard of academic performance, behaviour and attendance.
Coaching Staff
Elise McCord
Cheer-Dance Specialist Program Coordinator - Dance
Accreditation
Level 1 & 2 IASF Coaching Accreditation.
Certificate IV Training and Assessment.
Certificate II Dance.
Certificate III and IV in Fitness.
Dance trained in Perth, Sydney, Melbourne and the USA.
Senior First Aid & Surf Rescue.
Professional Development
Aussie Gold International Cheer & Dance.
Australian Allstar Cheerleading Federation.
All About Dance Co.
CA Flyers.
Toxic Cheer and Studio X Dance Company.
Dance workshops Marko Panzic, Candace Brown, Kiel Tutin, Todd Williamson, Michael Dameski, Shivawn Joubert.
Experience
2018 – Represented Australia at IASF Worlds in Hip Hop Doubles placing 5th
2018 – Represented Australia at IASF Worlds in Team Hip Hop placing 7th
Laura Cunnell
Cheer-Dance Specialist Program Coordinator - Cheer
Accreditation
Professional Development
Experience