2020 Varsity Spirit Camps, Competitions & Events (Updated 8.12.20)

At Varsity Spirit, the health and safety of our athletes, coaches, employees, families and friends is our top priority. We are diligently monitoring the Coronavirus/COVID-19 and closely watching official information from health authorities, such as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), as it relates to our larger community and our events, camps and competitions. We are also taking proactive, preventative measures for all of our employees. General adoption of best practices as advised by the CDC is the best way to prevent the spread of any illness.

We understand that this is a fluid situation, and we have a dedicated response team working around the clock to make sure we keep our participants and attendees updated as the situation evolves. We will continue to keep you updated, and any changes to upcoming events will be based on the direction of public health organizations like the CDC, state and local authorities, and event partners, among others. All event updates are being made in the myVarsity camp and competition listings.

Virtual Resources: We’re working as fast as we can to innovate for you. Through our at-home virtual resources, we’re as committed as ever to serve you and your team to keep you safe and healthy. View our Varsity Spirit and Varsity All Star resources for virtual consults and fittings, tryouts, training options and more.

Updated 8.12.20: We know many teams have been working hard to prepare for events, and we remain hopeful that live events will take place this fall. Unfortunately, for various reasons, we have made the tough decision to cancel the All Star Dance & Youth/Rec portion of some of our fall events. You can view the status of your event in the competition listing.

Updated 8.6.20: We know many teams have been working hard to prepare for events, and we remain hopeful that live events will take place this fall. Unfortunately, for various reasons, we have made the tough decision to cancel the All Star Cheer portion of some of our fall events. You can view the status of your event in the competition listing. More information about School, Youth/Rec and All Star Dance events will be coming soon.

If you would like to take advantage of competing virtually this fall, check out our Virtual Competition Series . This new series allows teams the ability to compete from the comfort of your own gym. Cheerleaders and dancers across the country will be competing virtually each weekend this fall by uploading their routines to Varsity TV. A Varsity All Star certified judging panel will score all teams, and bids to our end-of-season championships will be up for grabs. To learn more, contact your All Star Advisor.

Updated 7.23.20: As we prepare to potentially host live events this season, we wanted to share some of the possible scenarios that could be implemented on-site for each event. First and foremost, we are committed to delivering competitions that will adhere to all guidelines established by the CDC, state and local authorities, as well as our event host partners, at the time of each event. These include social distancing measures, rules about face coverings, cleaning practices and more.

We are considering four options to safely and responsibly host Varsity Spirit events for the 2020-21 season. The format that each event follows will be communicated pre-event to all registered teams. All Varsity Spirit event staff will be educated and trained based on the guidelines set forth for each event. Please note that each phase may include additional precautions not specifically mentioned below.

Option A: In-Person with Spectators

Spectators allowed with social distancing measures in place

Live awards ceremony with limited athletes and/or coaches

Option B: In-Person with Limited Spectators

Spectator viewing limited to team performance time only

Live awards ceremony with limited athletes and/or coaches ; OR virtual awards ceremony

Option C: In-Person with No Spectators and Virtual Awards

Spectators not allowed; only athletes and coaches permitted

Virtual awards ceremony

Option D: Virtual

Routines will be uploaded and judged virtually by Varsity Spirit certified judges

Virtual awards ceremony

Click here to learn about our Varsity All Star Virtual Competition Series

We are planning to open registration for the 2020-21 season at the end of August. If you are registered for a Varsity Spirit competition, prior to your event date, you will receive an email with detailed information specific to your event. If a competition is cancelled, we will work to provide alternate options, including transfers to another event (live or virtual) or a full refund of registration fees.

We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we work to provide a safe and memorable experience for all who participate at our events. We will continue to update you as more information is available.

Updated 7.6.20: We are developing a plan to responsibly and safely host Varsity Spirit events for the 2020-21 competition season. We are committed to delivering competitions that will adhere to all state and local guidelines at the time of the event such as social distancing measures, rules about face coverings, sanitization practices and more. The final details and specific safety measures for any competition are still to be determined, and all guidelines are subject to change based on guidance from the CDC and federal, state and local officials, as well as our event partners.

We are planning to open registration for 2020-21 events at the end of August. In the event that a competition is cancelled, we will work to provide alternate event options. Additionally, transfers to another event or a full refund of registration fees will be available. We are also working on virtual event options. Specific plans will be communicated to participants and spectators closer to the event date. Please view this page for the most up-to-date 2020-21 competition information.

Updated 6.25.20: With the health and safety of our athletes, coaches, instructors, employees, family and friends at the forefront, and with guidance from health and safety experts to limit mass gatherings, we have made the difficult decision to cancel all remaining Varsity Spirit Overnight Camps. Although this decision is one of the toughest in our 45-year history, we want to assure you that we are prepared to deliver the same world-class instruction you have come to expect from Varsity Spirit at home, both in-person and virtually. Each of the Varsity Spirit camp brands have incredible Home Camp options so your athletes can learn, bond and grow in a safe and responsible environment. At all of our Home Camps, Varsity Spirit will continue to follow the guidance presented by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) as well as, local and state authorities and experts. Please contact your State Director to discuss home camp options, our flexible payment terms, refunds, fundraising opportunities or anything else you need support with during these times.

Updated 5.11.20: With the health and safety of our athletes, coaches, family, friends and employees at the forefront, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 Summit Championship events. Please know that we gave it our best efforts, but COVID-19 has had a tremendous impact on our world, and it has affected our cheer and dance community in ways we could not have imagined. Additional information, including refund information, can be found here.

Updated 4.27.20: We are pleased to announce that we are planning to host a one-of-a-kind Summit event on June 19-22, 2020 at the Walt Disney World Resort. There are still some hurdles that we must cross, including the re-opening of the park, but we are working closely with our contacts who are hopeful and optimistic about these dates. We know many of you won’t be able to join us, but for those of you who can make the journey, we promise to make this event a completely unique and unforgettable experience!

With this in mind, we invite all cheer and dance teams, of any level and style, to compete, including U.S. teams that qualified for the 2020 World Championships. This event will be held at ESPN Wide World of Sports, and additional safety measures as recommended by the Center for Disease Control, the World Health Organization, the guidance of the Walt Disney World Resort, and local, state and federal authorities, will be put into place. Additional information on the 2020 Summit Championships can be found here .

Updated 4.24.20: All #AllStarStrong events scheduled through June 30, 2020 have been cancelled. Teams may transfer funds for these events to end-of-season event options, the 2020-2021 season, or request a refund. We are going to do our very best to meet our standard company refund policy of approximately 4-6 weeks; however, due to the 100+ events that have been cancelled or postponed, as well as social distancing and our employees working from home, it could extend to 6-8 weeks. We ask that you please bear with us as we work through these requests.

An update regarding The Summit Championships was sent out to Gym Owners and Coaches. Out of respect for programs and their ability to communicate with their teams, this page will be updated with more information early next week.

Updated 4.7.20: All Varsity All Star events scheduled through May 31, 2020 have been cancelled. We are currently planning to host the previously rescheduled events in June. Dates can be found here. Regarding The Summit, The Dance Summit, and The D2 Summit:

We are aware that The Walt Disney World Resort is currently closed. We are working very closely with them and have a tentative time frame of late June.

We will make the final decision on all June events, including The Summit events, by Friday, April 24, 2020 . We will not push the season into the month of July, so if The Summit events do not take place in June, the 2019-2020 season will be completed.

. We will not push the season into the month of July, so if The Summit events do not take place in June, the 2019-2020 season will be completed. Detailed information on The Summit events can be found here.

Updated 4.6.20: On April 1, Varsity Spirit began processing refund requests. We are doing our very best to meet our standard company refund policy of approximately 4-6 weeks; however, due to the 100+ events that have been cancelled or postponed, as well as social distancing and our employees working from home, it could extend to 6-8 weeks. We ask that you please bear with us as we work through these requests.

Updated 3.17.20: A Message From Varsity Spirit President Bill Seely

Updated 3.16.20: Based on the President’s Coronavirus Guidelines for America, Varsity Spirit will not be holding events with more than 10 people for the next 15 days (through the end of March).

Updated 3.15.20: As you may have seen, the CDC announced their recommendation to cancel or postpone events with 50 or more people for the next eight weeks. With that recommendation, Varsity Spirit has made the decision to not proceed as planned with scheduled events for at least the next eight weeks. We are actively exploring all options, including rescheduling events, extending the event season, and hosting virtual events.

We are hopeful this situation will improve, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate this unprecedented situation. We will continue to update you with more information as soon as it’s available.

Preventive Recommendations

Protect yourself and your athletes by practicing excellent personal hygiene. Remember to:

Be the steward of your own health and potential impact of any illness on others: If you are sick, stay home.

Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Wash or sanitize your hands before eating.

Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

Consider altering greetings (avoid kissing and hugging hello and goodbye) to be cautious.

For additional information, visit the CDC’s website at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov.

Please keep this link for updates, and share with athletes, families and friends: varsity.com/health-update.

Thank you for being part of the Varsity Spirit family.