How To Do An Around-The-World Jump In Cheerleading

How To Do An Around-The-World Jump In Cheerleading

Wanna show your team spirit and get the crowd to their feet? Try a jump! For advanced cheerleaders, one of the most challenging jumps is the "around the world" which combines a pike and a toe touch.

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Step 1:

Gimme A "V"

First, throw your arms up into a High V position. Remember, the best cheerleaders always use crisp, sharp motions. So, snap your arms into place.

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Step 2:

Tip Toe

Keeping your arms in place, rise up onto your toes. But be careful… Keep your upper body still. Don't let those arms spread or your back arch.

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Step 3:

The Wind Up

Now, swing your arms inward and down in front of you, crossing at the waist. Then bend your knees, and get ready to push off the ground. Just as you go to jump, pull your legs out in front of you and reach for your toes. Keep your legs at a 90-degree-angle and your arms in a buckets motion with toes pointed. From the pike position, open and rotate your hips outward. While your arms go out into a T position, your legs go out into a toe touch.

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Step 4:

Snap Back

Now you've got to land without falling flat. Hit the ground with your knees bent. It's best to place your hands beside your knees and keep your upper body upright.

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Step 5:

Stand And Deliver

For the finishing touch, stand up quickly into a clean position. Keep your hands tightly by your side and hold your head high.