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Cheer stunts are the heart of cheerleading performances, showcasing teamwork, strength, and spirit. From beginner-friendly lifts to advanced pyramids and dynamic tosses, stunts bring excitement and energy to every routine. Whether you’re practicing for pep rallies, games, or competitions, these 100 cheer stunts and performance ideas will inspire your squad to shine.
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Beginner Cheer Stunts
1. Shoulder Sit
A simple stunt where the flyer sits on the base’s shoulders for spirit poses.
2. Thigh Stand
The flyer balances on the base’s thighs, making it beginner-friendly.
3. Double Thigh Stand
Two bases lift one flyer onto their thighs for stability.
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4. Pony Sit
The flyer sits on the base’s hip, a fun and easy starter stunt.
5. Prep Stunt
A two-leg stunt where the flyer is lifted to chest height.
6. Half Extension
A lift where the flyer stands halfway up, between prep and extension.
7. Basic Cradle Dismount
Flyer dismounts safely into a cradle catch.
8. Liberty At Prep Level
Flyer balances on one leg while bases hold at prep height.
9. Shoulder Stand
Flyer balances standing on one base’s shoulders.
10. L Sit
Flyer supported under each leg while sitting upright.
11. Lean-In Stunt
Flyer leans in supported by bases, good for group timing.
12. Cheerleader Lift
A simple assisted lift with pom poses.
13. Front Load Stunt
Bases lift the flyer from the front for stability.
14. Knee Stand
Flyer kneels on one base’s knee, cute and easy.
15. Mini Pyramid
Stack two or three flyers in simple formation.
16. Heel Stretch At Prep
Flyer holds one leg high while staying at prep level.
17. Pom-Up Stunt
Flyer raised slightly with poms up for spirit.
18. Cradle To Sit
Basic transition stunt where flyer lands in sit position.
19. Baby Liberty
Beginner liberty stunt at low height.
20. Star Formation
Simple pyramid with flyers in star shapes.
21. Cheer Bow Pose Stunt
Flyer holds bows and poms up high.
22. Assisted Extension
Bases help flyer reach extension with support.
23. Kick Stand
Flyer lifts one leg slightly for balance.
24. Pom Prep
Classic game day stunt holding poms high at prep.
25. V Pose Stunt
Flyer lifted with arms in a spirited high V.
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