Rethinking Cheer Practice: A Fresh Outlook on Skill Building

Ever watch another team and wonder how they make everything look so easy? It’s not just talent—it’s how they train.

Learn from Coach Jason Larkins — Director at American Cheer (9x Summit Champions) and host of the Let’s Talk Cheer podcast. Teams he’s worked with have earned titles at The Cheerleading Worlds, NCA All-Star Nationals, NCA Collegiate Nationals, The Summit, and D2 Summit, and he’s a regular speaker at top cheer conferences nationwide.

This course gives you a complete, practical framework for leading practices that actually build skills—not just fill time. You’ll learn how small, strategic changes in your coaching habits can unlock big improvements in performance, confidence, and consistency.

You’ll be guided through 8 essential rules that separate average coaching from great coaching — starting with a quick quiz to uncover your instincts and identify opportunities for growth/improvement. Learn exactly what to focus on at each stage of skill development, how to simplify drills for more successful reps, get your team to perform, and how to structure sessions so your athletes actually improve—instead of repeating the same mistakes.

You’ll also explore coaching mindset shifts that matter: when to drill vs. run full-outs, how to correct without criticizing, and how to create a culture of progress your athletes will thrive in.

Whether you’re just starting out or need a new perspective, this course will help you move from frustrated to focused—and lead practices that make a real difference!