The Hurricanes Junior Cheer and Dance program is an instructional and performance opportunity for cheerleaders and dancers in K – 8th grade.  Your child can wear an authentic cheer or dance uniform with their very own set of poms and perform alongside the Hurricanes Cheer and Sunsations Dance teams at Hard Rock Stadium or the Watsco Centet!

Junior Cheer Participant packages for the November 18th football game are now sold out. Specially priced game day tickets are still available for registered Junior Cheerleaders’ family and friends, click the button below.

11/18 Family & Friends Game Day Ticket

Junior Dance Participant registrations are now open. Click the button below to register. Registration is not confirmed until the participant package is purchased. *Spaces are limited.

Junior Dance Registration

Junior Dance

Routine taught by Hurricanes Cheerleaders & Sunsations Dance Team along with other Cheer Techniques

Program cost: $180.00 which includes 3 practices with the University of Miami Sunsations dance team and the cheerleading team, an authentic UM dance performance outfit, Half time performance, and a game day ticket for the 12/3 Women’s Basketball game

Performance Date: 12/3 at 12:00 p.m.

Practice Dates: 10/29 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 11/5 from 1:30-3:30 p.m., and 12/3 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. (before the game)

Dates and times are subject to change

Junior Dance Registration

Junior Cheer

Performance Date: 11/18 – Hurricanes Football vs. Louisville
Location: Hard Rock Stadium (347 Don Shula Dr, Miami Gardens, FL 33056)
Time: TBA
Check-in: 90 minutes prior to kickoff time

Performance: On field at halftime alongside the Hurricanes Cheer and Sunsations Dance teams

Practice Dates: 11/4 Practice #3 Nov 4th 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the IPF

Dates and times are subject to change

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate?

The Hurricanes Junior Cheerleaders program is an instructional and performance opportunity for cheerleaders and dancers in K – 8th grade.

No prior cheerleading or dance experience is necessary to participate. 

The program is limited to the first 150 registrants. 

Participants are required to attend all practices and performances.

A guardian for each child must complete a release form that will be provided at the fitting. 

What should my child wear to practice?

We encourage your child to wear comfortable clothing, sneakers, and to bring a water bottle for each practice

Am I able to stay and watch practice?

Yes! Spectator seating will be provided. Spectators must follow all protocols set by Coaches to assure a smooth and safe practice.

What if my child wants to spend additional time practicing at home?

The routine material will be available online following each practice so participants are able to continue practicing at home. Participants will receive an email containing a link to all the materials.

What if I need more tickets to the game to watch my child perform?

Additional seats for other family members and friends will be available for purchase!

Questions?

Please contact Cecilia Esteban, Head Cheer Coach & Spirit Coordinator, at cme120@miami.edu