CHEERLEADING FOR 6 YEAR OLDS

By age six, many children are more confident and independent in both school and extracurricular activities. They are better able to focus, follow instructions, and practise skills over time, which makes this a great age to explore sports like cheerleading at a level that suits their capabilities. 

At Aqua Elite, our classes for 6 year olds build on foundations in dance or sport that they already have (even if this is just from school P.E lessons!) while introducing slightly more structured routines and skill development. Cheerleading combines elements of dance, gymnastics, and teamwork, giving children a varied and engaging activity that supports both physical and personal growth.

For many children, this is the age where they begin to realise whether cheerleading is something they truly enjoy and may want to pursue further.

We understand that once children start school, schedules can become busy. That’s why our younger cheerleading programmes are designed to fit comfortably around the school week.

Our Baby Rain and Mermaids classes typically take place on Friday evenings, creating a fun and active way for children to end the school week. These sessions run from 4:15–5:00pm and take place at local venues and schools across Bromley and South East London.

For children who discover a real love for cheerleading, age six is often when they begin preparing for the next stage.

Our classes act as a natural stepping stone toward trying out for our Youth Prep team, Storm, which welcomes athletes from age 7. By the time children reach this stage, they will already have experience with basic motions, routines, and teamwork, helping them feel confident when auditioning.

Of course, progression is always optional. Some children simply enjoy the fun, fitness, and friendships that cheerleading brings each week- and that’s just as important!