Integrity.Passion.Empower.Inclusion
#Time to Rethink Cheer
Cheer
By Coaches, For Coaches
A 501(c)3 Non Profit
OUR ATHLETES MUST BE THE CENTER OF OUR FOCUS. BEFORE PROFITS, BEFORE MEDALS AND WINNINGS, THE WELL-BEING OF THOSE WE COACH MUST BE OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. IT IS OUR DUTY TO PROTECT THEM AT ALL COSTS…ALWAYS.
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An independent coaches alliance will serve the industry with forward-thinking education, principles and standards. We invite you to join us in uniting the industry’s coaches voice.
USAICF Memberships
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Competitive Coach
Official
Competition Director
Organization Owner/Managing Director
Recreational Coach
Choreographer/Music Provider
Photographer/Videographer
Medical
Volunteer
membership fee
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Membership is required for participation in USA Independent Cheer Federations sanctioned events. There are numerous other benefits of membership — Click on each type within to find out more and join today!
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The importance of a pure and unaffiliated non-profit organization that represents the independent cheer and dance industry is paramount. The athlete-centered approach combined with the passion to “get it right” makes The ICF is the one to push for change in the industry. Utilizing the knowledge base both within and outside the industry, national and international, will bring educational opportunities up front. We have a voice, and together it is strong!
Featured AWARDS
The ICF is not only about creating a safe space for our cheer and dance athletes, it is also missioned to recognize the hard-working coaches, trainers, choreographers, gym owners, and others in our sport. Our Awards Committees seek visionaries to have input and a strong voice in the awarding of these recognitions to the leaders in our industry.
COACH AWARDS
- Determined by The ICF Coaches Awards Committee
- Criteria and selection determined by the membership
- Includes all levels of coaches working throughout the cheer industry
SPECIAL AWARDS
The ICF recognizes the hard work and determination put forth and will use the Awards Committee to engage with the membership to create and award some of the best in the industry
ATHLETE AWARDS
- Athlete Awards will be determined by the The ICF Athlete Awards Committee
- All criteria will be determined via committee based on input
- Includes all ages and levels of cheer athletes
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Testimonials
“I want to coach my athletes better than I was coached. The life lessons we learned as athletes were good, but definately needed a different delivery. This coaches group looks like it will give me the tools to help me succeed in this area”
“Having coaches awards and a Hall of Fame is what we have needed for a long time! We work hard as coaches and when it is recognized, WOW…revitalized for more! Also looking forward to the science that will be offered during The ACC Symposium”
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