EP Youth Cheer
Football sideline cheer, performances, practices and tumbling. Fall Youth Cheer returns in 2027!
Explore youthEden Prairie, Minnesota
WELCOME TO EP CHEER.
Youth teams, high school cheer, clinics and year-round tumbling—all connected through one growing cheer community.
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There’s a place to begin.
Explore a full-season team, build skills or experience cheer through a clinic.
High School Cheer
Learn about the varsity program, season and future tryouts.
Explore high schoolEP Cheer Tumbling
Progressive skill classes for cheer athletes across programs.
Explore tumblingClinics & Events
Short-term opportunities for new and returning athletes.
See opportunitiesNew to EP Cheer?
You do not need to understand every program before you begin. Choose what sounds most like you.
I want to join a team
Compare Youth Cheer and High School Cheer.
See programsI want to improve
Build tumbling skills through ongoing classes.
See classesI want to try cheer
Start with a clinic or special event.
Find a clinicNothing is open
Join the interest list and hear about the next opportunity.
Join interest listOne connected cheer community.
EP Cheer gives athletes opportunities to learn, perform, grow stronger and prepare for what comes next.
Skills that build over time
Age-appropriate instruction and clear progressions help athletes grow safely.
More than one way to participate
Teams, tumbling, clinics, games and performances create multiple entry points.
Connected from youth to EPHS
A shared program identity helps athletes feel part of something larger.
See EP Cheer
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Meet the program through real games, performances, clinics and team moments.
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Registration
Open seasons, clinics and tumbling sessions will always be collected here.
See what’s openGrades 1–8
YOUTH CHEER
Build confidence, skills and community through football sideline cheer, performances, practices and tumbling.
What’s Next for Youth Cheer?
Late Fall Tumbling
November 2–December 14, 2026 · $90 per athlete
Keep building skills after the fall cheer season! This seven-week session includes one hour of tumbling each Monday at Cedar Ridge Elementary School, with classes based on your athlete’s current skills.
Class A: 6:00–7:00 PM
No prerequisites.
Class B: 6:30–7:30 PM
Requires a power hurdle roundoff.
Class C: 7:00–8:00 PM
Requires a continuous back walkover or back handspring.
Limited to 15 athletes per class. The $90 price covers all seven classes.
Register for Late Fall TumblingYouth Performance Cheer
March 29–May 27, 2027
$379 per athlete
An indoor performance season focused on building cheer skills, learning a routine and performing together! Athletes will develop sideline cheers and performance skills as they prepare for a final spring show.
Your season includes:
- Monday cheer practices
- Thursday tumbling, included through Youth Cheer
- A new uniform package
- A final performance on Thursday, May 27, in place of that evening’s tumbling class
Spring tumbling is included exclusively through Youth Cheer and is not available for separate registration.
Spring break open gyms: April 5 and April 8 will be optional, open-gym-style practices. Athletes who are in town are welcome to attend; attendance is not required.
The season includes eight regular cheer practices, seven tumbling classes, two optional open gyms and the final performance.
Registration coming soon. Practice times and location will be announced.
Join the interest list for spring updatesFull-season youth cheer
Weekly practices, football games, halftime performances, tumbling and a final EPHS performance.
$395 Fall 2026 price
Returning Fall 2027
Fall Youth Cheer will continue for grades 1–8 in 2027. Dates, pricing and registration details will be announced.
Join the Fall 2027 interest listProgram groups
Grades 1–8
ChicksGrades 1–2
FeathersGrades 3–4
Junior EaglesGrades 5–8
Youth Calendar
Practices, games, performances, photos and events.
Open youth calendarProgram Information
Pricing, inclusions, expectations, game details and helpful links.
Coming soonClinics + Tumbling
Additional opportunities for grades 5–8 and other interested athletes.
See opportunitiesEPHS Cheer
HIGH SCHOOL
Learn about the varsity program, team expectations, season and future tryout opportunities.
Interested in EPHS Cheer?
Learn what to expect, how to prepare and when tryout information becomes available.
Join interest listVarsity Handbook
Standards, attendance, appearance and season expectations.
Read handbookVarsity Resources
Calendar, payments, forms, gear, music and material videos.
Open resourcesEighth grade remains part of Youth Cheer in general program information. Any specific high-school eligibility will be explained only when applicable.
Year-round development
TUMBLING
Ongoing skill-based classes for current cheerleaders and athletes who want to prepare for future opportunities.
Open to athletes
A clear path to stronger skills.
Classes run separately from required team participation. Grades 5–9 are especially encouraged to train consistently.
Register for Late Fall TumblingLate Fall Tumbling 2026
Build confidence and work toward your next tumbling skill with weekly instruction, drills and skill progressions.
Mondays, November 2–December 14, 2026
7 classes · 1 hour per class
Cedar Ridge Elementary School · Eden Prairie
$90 per athlete for the full session
15 spots per class. Choose one class based on your athlete’s current skills.
Class A6:00–7:00 PM
Class B6:30–7:30 PM
Class C7:00–8:00 PM
Each athlete attends one 60-minute class on Mondays. Start times are staggered by 30 minutes.
Session dates: November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and December 7, 14.
Register for Late Fall TumblingClass A · Foundations
No prerequisites. All ages welcome.
Practice rolls, handstands and cartwheels while developing body control and confidence.
Class B · Build your skills
Prerequisite: power hurdle roundoff.
Develop roundoff technique and work on kickover and walkover progressions.
Class C · Keep progressing
Prerequisite: continuous back walkover or a back handspring.
Work on back handspring progressions and connected skills at your current level.
Ready to tumble?
Classes are optional and separate from team participation. Coaches may adjust placement to support safe progress.
Complete the registration form with your athlete’s current skills and choose the appropriate class.
Register for Late Fall TumblingTry cheer · keep growing
CLINICS & EVENTS
Short-term opportunities for athletes who want to experience EP Cheer, build skills or stay involved between seasons.
Community Youth Clinics
Friday Night Lights · September 25 · $50
Build cheer skills, learn routines and share in the excitement of EP Cheer. Open to new and experienced youth cheerleaders, including athletes already participating in a cheer program.
Friday Night Lights details belowFuture Eagle Opportunities
Clinics and skill-building events designed to help older youth athletes prepare for what comes next.
Coming soonGame + Performance Events
Special opportunities to cheer with older athletes and perform for the EP community.
Coming soonCommunity Youth Clinics
Friday Night Lights · Little Eagles Youth Cheer Clinic
For Pre-K–8th grade. Learn cheers with the EPHS varsity cheerleaders, join the tunnel runout, and perform at center field before the varsity football game. Clinic begins at 4:30 PM at the EPHS Activities Entrance · Small Gym. Game begins at 7:00 PM. Pickup after the first quarter, approximately 7:30–7:45 PM. Includes a pink Tackle Cancer shirt, pom-poms, a snack, and participant game admission. Spectators purchase tickets. Open to current cheerleaders and first-time participants. Register by September 17. Registration: open the MyPaymentsPlus welcome page and search “Youth Cheer Clinic.” This fundraiser supports the EPHS high school cheer program and is separate from the youth cheer organization.
Friday, September 25, 2026 · 4:30 PM · $50 per athlete
Register on MyPaymentsPlusMissed registration or tryouts? Clinics, tumbling and the interest list give athletes another way to stay connected until the next full-season opportunity.
Current athletes + families
RESOURCES
Fast access to calendars, handbooks, music, videos, payments, forms and gear.
Music
Team tracks for practice and review.
Open musicCheer Library
Material lists, cheer videos and routine references.
Open videosCalendars + Handbooks
Program schedules, expectations and parent information.
Payments + Forms
School registration, fees, transportation forms and gear.
Transportation permission form
Gear guide: Coming soon
Rosters will be emailed directly and will not be published on the website.
Practice library
MUSIC
Team tracks collected in one easy place for practices and review.
Videos + material
CHEER LIBRARY
Cheer videos, routine references and updated material lists.
Material List 2026
Open the material list, then select a cheer below to watch its video.
Open material listPUMP IT UPCheer video
Watch videoWE WANT A TOUCH DOWNCheer video
Watch videoLETS GET A LITTLE BIT ROWDYCheer video
Watch videoWE ARE EPCheer video
Watch videoHYPECheer video
Watch videoRED BLACK LETS GO EAGLESCheer video
Watch videoLETS GO RED LETS GO BLACKCheer video
Watch videoHEY HEY LETS GO Cheer video
Watch videoIF YOU LIKE IT SAY GO BIG REDCheer video
Watch videoF XXXX I XXXX GHICheer video
Watch videoAH EP YELL LETS GO EAGLESCheer video
Watch videoEAGLES HERE WE GO HERE WE GOCheer video
Watch videoLETSGOCheer video
Watch videoWE WANT A VICTORYCheer video
Watch videoDEFENSE LETS ROLLCheer video
Watch videoTIGHTEN UP THAT DEFENSECheer video
Watch videoUntitled cheer videoCheer video
Watch videoSIX MORECheer video
Watch videoFIRE UP EAGLESCheer video
Watch videoWE GOT SPIRITCheer video
Watch videoTRUCKINCheer video
Watch videoCLASSESCheer video
Watch videoDO IT (Classes 2)Cheer video
Watch videoEP FROM SIDE TO SIDECheer video
Watch videoFIGHT SONGCheer video
Watch videoSWEET CAROLINECheer video
Watch videoAPACHECheer video
Watch videoCOMP BAND CHANT Cheer video
Watch videoFIGHT SONGCheer video
Watch videoOur community
PHOTOS
Games, practices, performances, clinics and favorite EP Cheer moments.
Follow EP Cheer
See current photos, videos, announcements and celebrations on Instagram.
Open InstagramApproved images only
Only program photos approved for public sharing will be included.
About the program
ABOUT EP CHEER
A connected cheer community serving youth athletes and Eden Prairie High School cheerleaders.
Our purpose
Build athletes who are ready for more.
EP Cheer combines skill development, teamwork, performance opportunities and a strong sense of community.
Start where you are.
Athletes can enter through Youth Cheer, a clinic, tumbling classes or High School Cheer when eligible.
Clear instruction
Material and progressions are taught with consistency and purpose.
Connected programs
Youth and high-school athletes share traditions and opportunities.
Skills for what comes next
Each experience helps athletes build confidence and preparation.
Join EP Cheer
REGISTRATION
Open programs, clinics, classes and future-interest opportunities.
Youth Cheer
Fall Youth Cheer continues for grades 1–8. Join the interest list for updates; dates, pricing and registration details are coming.
Join the Fall 2027 interest listLate Fall Tumbling
Mondays, November 2–December 14, 2026 · 7 one-hour classes at Cedar Ridge Elementary School. $90 for the full session · 15 spots per class. A: 6:00–7:00 PM; B: 6:30–7:30 PM; C: 7:00–8:00 PM.
Register for Late Fall TumblingFriday Night Lights Clinic
Cheer with varsity, join the tunnel runout and perform before the football game. $50 · Register by September 17.
Clinic details + registrationInterest List
Hear about the next appropriate opportunity when registration is closed.
Join interest listFollow along
Current EP Cheer photos, videos, announcements and celebrations.
EP Cheer on Instagram
Follow @epcheerteam for photos, videos and program updates.
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