ANY Violation of these rules will result in DISQUALIFICATION without a refund. Violations will be judged by competition director(s). If you have any question about any music meeting these standards, you should send the music to information@cheercca.com a month ahead of the competition event to have it approved. This is not required but violations discovered at the event can result in disqualification without a refund, or team allowed to compete by using verbal counts only. This form must be signed by coaches and/or program director.

All words/phrases should be positive and upllfting, not negative, degrading or mocking to other teams/schools. They should not be “slashing” and unsportsmanlike. No degrading words that undermine authority (police, parental, political, etc), glorify or legitimize illegal substance, drugs, or activities. This also includes legal substances such as tobacco and alcohol. No sexual references or innuendos. No lewd, suggestive words (or gestures) or specific references to private parts. Nothing representative of the drug or gang culture allowed. No references to violence, murder, etc. No violent screams. Special attention is required to be sure that God, Jesus Christ or Deity is not referred to in any way that might be less than holy and pure and is lowered to the level of humanity. Upbeat Christian contemporary music is allowed and WELCOMED!

Upbeat secular music is allowed as long as it meets the criteria mentioned above; however, we do ask that you not use ANY portion of a song if the song in its entirety does not fit the above guidelines (i.e. using a verse of a song in your mix with acceptable words but the chorus has unacceptable lyrics). The reason for asking this is so that we do not come across as endorsing either the artist or the song when it is recognizable to the audience. This would be detrimental to the testimony of CCA and will not be allowed. PLEASE NOTE! Songs will be considered on a case by case basis. If you are unsure of the status of any song, artist, and/or lyrics, contact the CCA office. NOTE: You are responsible to verify that all songs used in your music are licensed and fulfil copyright laws. CCA is not responsible for the playing of unlicensed music. CCA music used at events is licensed through ASCAP, CCLI and the specific producer.

No moves done during music or non-music parts of your routine shall have lewd or suggestive movements. No pelvic thrusts, body waves and/or rolls, extreme hip gyrations or upper body movements that have sexual connotations. No bending with bottom facing audience allowed. No sticking out tongue or any facial expressions or movements of a sexual nature. If there is any doubt at all that your routine moves are not in line with this pollicy, you should send a video to the Competition Director at thee CCA offices ONE MONTH ahead of competition date for approval. NOTE: The Moves Rules will be STRICTLY ENFORCED. It has been brought to our attention that some moves may have been missed in the past; however, going forward if there are obvious violations they will be identified by judges. CCA WILL BE VERY STRICT in enforcement of this policy. Violations of the MOVES policy will result in DISQUALIFICATION without refund.

CCA dress code is modesty. Length of skirt can be determined by your own school or program’s dress policy. Competition judging will not be done in regard to skirt length. Modesty in undergarments is critical. Please be sure that undergarments cover properly and supportive sports bras are worn. No bare midriff uniforms or practice outfits are allowed for any age school, empower or allstar teams. Tank top type tops are allowed, but no completely bare shoulders. Tops should be modest and not extremely low cut or brief. If you have any question about tops or other clothing, in order to meet the dress code, it is suggested that body suits be worn under any questionable tops. Skirts should be long and loose enough for modesty, even when stunting, jumping and tumbling. Skirts must completely cover all undergarments, hips, etc when standing. Violations will result in requiring uniforms or practice clothes to be changed and may even result in disqualification without refund.

I have read and understand (and my team and parents have read and understand) the music, moves and dress policy of all CCA events. I understand that any violation of this policy, at the discretion of the judges and competition officials, will result in DISQUALIFICATION without refund of any money. I accept that policy as part of agreement for the privilege of competing in a CCA event and will not question these policies as they are part of the Christian testimony of CCA.