COST
FUNDRAISING WILL BE AVAILABLE
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Payments Include: Annual Gym Registration, monthly tuition, team summer camp, 3 practice uniforms, choreography, music, uniform, bow, pony tail wrap, shoes, jersey, backpack, competition fees.
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Not included: USASF Athlete Registration, competition travel or lodging, end of season party and end of season invitational events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When will I receive a schedule of performance times?
A: Generally, competitions release their schedules one week prior to the event. At that time, an itinerary will be available to all our team members with necessary information.
Q: When and where do we meet at competitions?
A: All members must check in with their coaches at the designed location at the time given on the itinerary.
Q: Who do I contact in case of emergency on the way to a competition?
A: Your child’s coach. It is important that you keep their cell phone numbers on you at all times. If you don’t have them, get them!
Q: How do I get from point A to point B while at competitions?
A: Competitions do not provide transportation to and from the competition to the hotel or airport. This is the parents’ responsibility.
Q: How much spending money should I provide my child with if I am not attending with them?
A: Plan for three meals a day and one team dinner per competition. Any additional costs like merchandise are at your discretion.
Q: What should my athlete wear when they arrive to competitions?
A: All athletes must arrive in full competition uniform and make up with hair done and bow or ponytail wrap in and absolutely NO jewelry or rollers on. Your athlete’s jersey will be worn on top of their uniform. All cell phones must be in their backpacks at all times.
Q: What is my athlete allowed to wear while at competition?
A: Athletes must either be in full uniform or in uniform with buttoned up jersey. NO SANDALS, CROCS OR UGGS ARE ALLOWED!
Q: How do I learn to do my child’s hair and makeup?
A: Prior to the first competition, we will have a meeting to explain the makeup and hair process to all new members.
Q: Will there be practices while at competition?
A: Not unless absolutely necessary! If it is necessary, these practices will be mandatory!
Q: Who is responsible for my athlete once he/she has performed?
A: The parents must pick their child up on the side of the performing stage immediately after their athlete’s performance and their coaches have dismissed them. Most of our coaches have other teams to attend to and cannot waste any time waiting for your arrival.
Q: How long before performance time should I meet with my team?
A: This information will be provided in the itinerary prior to the competition. It is approximately an hour and half to two hours before performance time.
Q: How long before my athlete’s performance is warm-up time?
A: Approximately one hour.
Q: Do I have to stay at the competition all day?
A: No. On the itinerary it will be specific how long you are expected to stay at the competition.
Q: Are we allowed to leave the competition after awards?
A: Every athlete will be required to meet with his/her coaches after the awards ceremony. After they are dismissed from their coaches, you and your athlete are free to go.
Q: What should my athlete wear to awards?
A: All athletes MUST be in full competition uniform with hair still as it was when they performed. They are not allowed to take backpacks on stage.
Q: While at competition (competition day), am I allowed to take my athlete to eat out or visit family/friends?
A: No. Coaches must know where their athletes are at all times. Therefore, any outside plans should not be made. However, if the schedule allows for leisure time, we will let you know.
Q: What will occur if an athlete/parent acts inappropriately at a competition?
A: The athlete/parent may be removed from the program indefinitely.
Q: How much are spectator fees?
A: Spectator fees can run anywhere from $0-$50 for the weekend. We will try and provide this information in our itinerary prior to the competition.
Q: Can anyone watch the competition?
A: Yes! We encourage as many Recon Athletic fans as possible.
Q: Am I allowed backstage with my athlete?
A: Absolutely not. Teams can be disqualified if parents disobey this rule.
Q: As a parent, what should I wear at competition?
A: Any Recon Athletics apparel.
Q: As a parent, what can I do to help out the coaches at competition?
A: Cheer loud, make noise makers/signs, be on time, be adaptable to change.
Q: What should I pack for competitions?
A: A packing list will be provided in the itinerary prior to competition.