PrepELITE
PrepELITE gives athletes the same great Elite experience, with exciting routines, strong team vibes and the thrill of competing, for around half the training commitment and cost of Elite.
Athletes can move into PrepELITE from CheerSPORT, or start their cheer journey here if they’re ready for a competitive team environment. There are two pathways: Novice, a great introduction to competitive cheer, and Prep Level 1, for athletes ready for a greater challenge.
PrepELITE teams compete at four Auckland-based Cheerbrandz competitions, with entry fees included in your team fees. Same great Elite experience. Half the commitment. All the team vibes.
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Stunts
Build strong stunting foundations in Novice, then develop stronger skills in Prep Level 1, following the United Prep scoring system.
Tumbling
A weekly tumble class with All Star is part of the programme, so athletes keep progressing their tumbling alongside their team training.
ROUTINES & PERFORMANCE
Learn your competition routine at PrepELITE Camp, debut it at our gym showcase, then perform it at four Cheerbrandz competitions.
TEAMWORK & FRIENDSHIPS
Strong team vibes, new friendships and everything that makes being part of a competition team so much fun.
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Girls & Boys ages 5+
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2 Hour Team Training + 1 Hour Tumble Class per Week
Team Tuition $365 per Term, includes competition entry fees
Tumble Class $175 per 10 week Term
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Move up from CheerSPORT, or start here if you’re ready for a competitive team.
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Auckland’s North Shore, East Auckland or Hibiscus Coast
What Makes PrepELITE Different?
Every week
More Challenge
Build skills through more detailed routines and dedicated tumble training.
EliteCHEER Style Scoring
Scoring is similar to EliteCHEER, with a focus on skill development and execution.
A Manageable Event Schedule
Our gym showcase + 4 Auckland competitions, with entry fees included in your team fees.
Half the Commitment
The same great Elite experience for around half the training commitment and cost of EliteCHEER.
Love CheerSPORT and ready for more?
PrepELITE offers the next challenge with less commitment than EliteCHEER.
Book a Free TrialDownload our 2027 PrepELITE Parent Guide
Find Your Cheer Pathway
Three programmes. Different commitments. One All Star family.
CheerSPORT
Learn the foundations & enjoy competing
- 1 to 1.5 hours of team training each week
- 4 Auckland competitions, entry fees included
- A supportive introduction to competitive cheer
A shorter routine introducing team skills.
Book a Free TrialPrepELITE
More challenge. A manageable next step.
- 2-hour team session + 1-hour tumble class weekly
- Our gym showcase + 4 Auckland competitions
- A bridge between CheerSPORT and EliteCHEER
A longer routine with more skill combinations and a greater focus on tumbling. Scoring is similar to EliteCHEER, with a focus on skill development and execution.
Explore PrepELITEEliteCHEER
A bigger commitment to competitive cheer
- 2 days a week, 2.5 to 6 hours depending on team
- Teams from Level 1 through to Worlds Level 5
- For families ready for greater commitment
More routine content and more demanding skill combinations. Placement is by tryout every November.
Explore EliteCHEERLove CheerSPORT and ready for more?
PrepELITE offers the next challenge with less commitment than EliteCHEER.
Cheer Terms, Made Simple
Stunts
Athletes lifting and supporting a teammate.
Pyramids
Stunt groups connecting together.
Tumbling
Floor skills such as cartwheels and walkovers.
Jumps
Coordinated jumps performed as a team.
Not sure which programme is right?
The right fit depends on your athlete’s readiness, goals and your family’s schedule. Come along to a free trial and our coaches will help you choose.
FAQs
FAQ’S
MORE ABOUT PREPELITE
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PrepELITE gives athletes the same great Elite experience, with exciting routines, strong team vibes and the thrill of competing, for around half the training commitment and cost of Elite. Same great Elite experience. Half the commitment. All the team vibes.
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Novice: a great introduction to competitive cheer. Athletes build strong foundations in stunting, tumbling, performance and teamwork while experiencing everything that makes being part of a competition team so much fun.
Prep Level 1: for athletes ready for a greater challenge. Prep Level 1 develops stronger skills and follows the United Prep scoring system, while keeping the commitment more manageable than Elite.
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PrepELITE teams train for 2 hours once a week, plus a 1 hour tumble class every week. All PrepELITE athletes are required to take a weekly tumble class with All Star.
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PrepELITE teams are formed at our annual tryouts in November. Chat to your coach, or contact our office on 09 444 5597 or office@allstarcheerleaders.co.nz to find out more.
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Athletes can move into PrepELITE from CheerSPORT, or start their cheer journey here if they’re ready for a competitive team environment.
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Team tuition: $365 per term (10 × 2 hours, includes team tuition and Cheerbrandz NZ competition entry fees).
Tumble class: $175 per term.
PrepELITE Camp: $245, invoiced in Term 1.
Competition music: $40, invoiced in Term 2.
Training gear pack: $160, invoiced in Term 4.
Competition uniform: $525, purchased directly from Pom Pom Couture before May.
Fees are automatically invoiced and subject to change.
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Competition uniform ($525): a beautiful sparkly dress in your gym’s colours, ordered through Pom Pom Couture (visit pompomcouture.co and click the ALL STAR tab). Uniforms must be purchased before May so they arrive in time for the season. They are kept for 3 years, and there is a strong second-hand market for dresses.
Training gear pack ($160): singlet, shorts, jumper and bow. Sample gear is available at tryouts, so please check sizes carefully with our staff.
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Camp is compulsory and is where our PrepELITE teams learn their competition routine, bond with their team mates and add creative elements to the routine.
2027 camps: 5 to 7 March for Legacy and Infinity (at All Star Legacy), and 12 to 14 March for Fame (at All Star Fame). The cost is $245 per athlete. A $200 choreography fee applies to athletes not attending camp.
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Gym showcases: athletes debut their routines for friends and family on 5 June (Fame and Infinity) and 6 June (Legacy).
Competitions: PrepELITE teams compete at four Auckland-based Cheerbrandz competitions at Eventfinda Stadium: Eutopia (20 June), Super States (15 August), Spring Carnival (19 September) and Super Nationals (30 to 31 October).
Entry fees are included in your team fees, and all team members must attend all competitions.
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We’re here to help! Chat to your coach, or contact our office on 09 444 5597 or office@allstarcheerleaders.co.nz.
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