Summary

Join AHYAA's Fall 2026 Cowboys COMPETITIVE Cheer program for boys and girls in 3rd to 8th grade. The program runs from Jul 14 to Nov 22, 2026. Competitive team members must be in grades 3-8 in the '26/'27 school year. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to join us for a season full of growth, teamwork, and spirit!

Program Details

Program start date: Jul 14, 2026

Program end date: Nov 22, 2026

Gender

Male, Female

Eligible for grade starting from: 3rd

Eligible for grade ending with: 8th

Category

Cheer

Must register to a membership program:

No

Eligibility text

Competitive: must be in grades 3-8 for '26/'27 School Year

Registration Details

Registration status

Open

Registration start date: Mar 15, 2026

Registration end date: Apr 30, 2026

Payment Details

Program fee payment type

Multiple installments

Total amount

495.00

Installment 1: $230.00

Installment 2: $165.00

Installment 3: $100.00

Due date: May 01, 2026

Due date: Jun 05, 2026

Due date: Jul 03, 2026

Payment mode

Only online payments are accepted

Additional convenience fee applied

Yes

Description

Welcome to the Arlington Heights Cowboys Competitive Cheer Program for the Fall 2026 Season! Our mission is to provide a platform for athletes to develop advanced cheerleading skills, boost self-esteem, and build lasting friendships. As part of the Arlington Heights Youth Athletic Association (AHYAA), a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a rich history dating back to the 1950s, we are dedicated to offering affordable and engaging sports programs managed by local volunteers.

Our competitive cheer season, open to students from 3rd to 8th grade in the '26-'27 school year, runs from July 14 to November 22, culminating in the state finals (subject to qualification) at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb. Practices will be held at St. Alphonsus in Prospect Heights on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8 pm, with occasional extra sessions before competitions. Competitions will take place at various locations within Illinois, all within a 75-minute drive from Arlington Heights.

The registration fee includes 3 ICA competitions, 2x/week practices, competition bow, uniform rental, professional choreography and practice shirt.

For more information view our info packet:
CLICK ON ME to view the 2026 Comp Cheer Packet

For any inquiries, please reach out to us at arlingtoncowboyscheer@gmail.com.

Waivers

Waiver Summary Text:

PERMISSION: The undersigned parent/guardian hereby registers the above named child as a participant in the Arlington Heights Youth Athletic Association (AHYAA) program. The undersigned parent/guardian, for and in consideration of such child being permitted to participate in AHYAA activities does hereby release and forever discharge AHYAA, its officers, directors, supervisors, volunteers and participants, and all other persons, firms, corporations, associations, or other entities from any and all claims, actions, causes of and all known or unknown, foreseen or unforeseen bodily or personal injuries and property damages, and the consequences thereof, arising out of or resulting from participation in AHYAA activities, including but not limited to, tryouts, practices, games, contests, and transportation to or from such activities.

Obtain Consent - Enter Text that Displays Next to the Checkbox: I/We have read, understand and agree to comply with the Waiver as outlined above.

Waiver Summary Text: MEDICAL TREATMENT AUTHORIZATION: As a parent/guardian of the registered child, I do herewith authorize the treatment by a qualified and licensed medical doctor in the event of medical emergency which in the opinion of the attending physician, may endanger his or her life, cause disfigurement, physical impairment or undue discomfort if delayed. This authority is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me. I accept and agree of my own free will for the purpose of authorizing medical treatment under emergency circumstances.

Obtain Consent - Enter Text that Displays Next to the Checkbox: I/We have read, understand and agree to comply with the Waiver as outlined above.

Waiver Summary Text: PHOTO CONSENT: I consent to the publication of my child's photograph or likeness by Arlington Heights Youth Athletic Association for any purpose related to the Cheerleading program. I understand that my child will not be identified by name in any materials; however, their grade or squad may be mentioned by group. I further consent to the publication of his/her photograph or likeness in current or future AHYAA marketing materials, on the Arlington Heights Youth Athletic Association website or related sites, in flyers and handouts.

Obtain Consent - Enter Text that Displays Next to the Checkbox: I/We have read, understand and agree to comply with the Waiver as outlined above.

Waiver Summary Text:

CODE OF CONDUCT: The AHYAA has adopted a Code of Conduct for ALL athletes, parents, spectators, coaches and managers. The AHYAA expects all to abide by these guidelines and the rules set forth in the annual rule book to ensure proper sportsmanship at all levels of our association.

The purpose of the Code of Conduct is to promote teamwork, the ideals of good sportsmanship and discipline in order that the participants may enjoy the learning process of participating in team sports. As leaders, it is our responsibility to show our participants the proper way to win and lose, with dignity and self control.

Managers and coaches are selected with the approval of the AHYAA Board of Directors. Such selection is conditioned upon the manager adhering to all rules and policies of the AHYAA. Managers are responsible for the conduct of the parents, athletes, spectators and all coaches of his/her team. A manager or coach selection may be suspended or revoked by the Board for violations of the rules and policies.

Examples of prohibited conduct are listed below, but are not limited to just these examples.

1) Profanity
2) Violence
3) Any display of bad sportsmanship
4) Threatening of any athlete, coach, manager or competition official
5) Throwing of equipment of any kind
6) Any confrontational behavior

Any infraction or alleged infraction of the Code of Conduct should be reported immediately to the Program Director. Infractions will be dealt with upon review of all parties involved and penalties will be imposed by any of the following: Program Director or the AHYAA Board if needed.

Penalties for such offenses will range from a verbal warning, single or multiple practice suspension, or a competition suspension. For extreme cases, immediate and indefinite suspension or expulsion for the person/s involved. Repeated violations by any coach/manager may require that the coach/manager be removed from the team and/or be taken off the list for future considerations.

Managers have the ultimate responsibility of the team they have been selected to manage. As such, they have the most control over all the situations listed above. This Code of Conduct should be handed out to all parents and athletes at the start of the year. A reminder of the Code of Conduct during the season will ensure that all parties should comply with the rules set forth in the rule book and with this Code.

Obtain Consent - Enter Text that Displays Next to the Checkbox: I/We have read, understand and agree to comply with the Waiver as outlined above.

Waiver Summary Text: UNIFORM RENTAL CONSENT: I agree to a rental security deposit in the amount of $275. The deposit check, made out to Arlington Heights Youth Athletic Association, will be required at uniform pick up and will be returned upon acceptable uniform return.

Obtain Consent - Enter Text that Displays Next to the Checkbox: I/We have read, understand and agree to comply as outlined above.