Recreational cheerleading is a non-competitive type of cheerleading that focuses on learning basic skills and having fun. These cheerleaders perform at community or sporting events, and everyone is able to participate since there isn’t a certain skill level required.

Club cheerleading is for athletes within Clarksburg school district and cheer for teams during the year and have few competitions. These squads have tryouts and compete on a local and regional levels. The focus is on learning cheers, chants and basic stunts for sideline cheering and half-time shows.

All-star cheerleading is focused more on stunts, tumbling and choreographed routines. These squads have tryouts and compete on a local, regional or national level. Practices are used to prepare for competitions, and participation can be costly. Athletes with a background in gymnastics are more likely to participate in this type of program since it’s at a higher skill level.