For a cheer or dance team, the road to the national championship is quite similar to that of a football team. A spirit squad will showcase their best (2:30) two minute and thirty second routine complete with music and cheering at a league championship level. The top squads advance to regional competition.

At this competition, a spirit squad will again perform their top (2:30) two-minute and thirty second routine in hopes of receiving a high score. The first and second place squads in the region are invited to perform at the ESPN Wide World of Sports™ in hopes of winning a national championship for their local association. The Pop Warner National Cheer & Dance Championships take place in December at ESPN Wide World of Sports™ Complex in Walt Disney World.

The participants in the Pop Warner program are unique to those of other programs. While they are taught about the values of competition, they are also maintaining their grades at a satisfactory level.  Pop Warner spirit squads are also encouraged to participate in community activities. We salute all the efforts and accomplishments that our participants put forward!