PARA Cheer is a recreational cheer program based in Pace, Florida, dedicated to fostering excellence in our community. Through experienced coaching, we teach the fundamentals of cheer with a focus on participation, education, safety, and fun. Our program empowers young athletes by building confidence, skills, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.

In addition to supporting our local football teams, PARA Cheer offers diverse activities such as local competitions, high school camps, Friday night lights performances, pep rallies, and community parades. Proudly partnered with the Varsity Cheer Squad at Pace High School, we provide opportunities for athletes to develop skills that prepare them for high school cheer and beyond.

Committed to community involvement, PARA Cheer takes pride in shaping the future of our athletes and celebrating the spirit of teamwork and excellence.

Some of our most recent awards are as follows:

2023 ECCA Competition:

• Mighty Mites 6U- 2nd Place
• Blue Mini Mites 7U- 1st Place
• Red Mini Mites 8U- 1st Place
• Red Mites 10U- 1st Place & Level One Grand Champ
• Blue Midgets 11U- 1st Place
• Red Midgets 12U- 1st Place
• Juniors 14U- 1st Place, Level Two Grand Champ, & Overall Highest Score
• 2023 ECCA Community Service Award

2023 Red Nose Raider:

• Blue Mini Mites 7U- 1st Place
• Red Mini Mites 8U- 1st Place
• Red Mites 10U- 1st Place & Grand Champ Elementary Division
• Blue Midgets 11U- 2nd Place
• Red Midgets 12U- 2nd Place
• Juniors 14U- 1st Place, Grand Champ Middle School Division, and Holiday Spirit

2024 ECCA Competition:

• Mighty Mites 6U- 3rd Place
• Blue Mini Mites 7U- 2nd Place
• Red Mini Mites 8U- 1st Place
• Blue Mites 9U- 2nd Place
• Red Mites 10U- 1st Place & Level One Grand Champ
• Blue Midgets 11U- 1st Place
• Red Midgets 12U- 2nd Place
• Juniors 14U- 3rd Place

2024 Aggie Classic:

• Mighty Mites 6U- 2nd Place
• Red Mini Mites 8U- 1st Place
• Blue Mites 9U- 1st Place & Grand Champs
• Red Mites 10U- 1st Place & Best Tumbling
• Blue Midgets 11U- 1st Place
• Red Midgets 12U- 1st Place
• Juniors 14U- 1st Place

Athletes must be the required age on or before August 1, 2025.

• Mighty Mites: 4, 5, and 6 years old (only two 4-year-old spots available)
• Blue Mini Mites: 7 years old
• Red Mini Mites: 8 years old
• Blue Mites: 9 years old
• Red Mites: 10 years old
• Blue Midgets: 11 years old
• Red Midgets: 12 years old
• Juniors: 13 and 14 years old

Each squad has a maximum of 32 athletes. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

The season runs from July through November. In addition to Saturday games, Cheerleaders are encouraged to participate in the postseason local competitions. This is often the most rewarding and exciting part of the program, where they can display the routines they have worked hard to develop throughout the season.

​Additional activities include Cheer Camp and a Friday game performance with the PHS Cheer Squad, mock competitions, holiday parades and more!

We always need coaches and encourage you to contact the VP of Cheer to volunteer. Contact information is at the top left of this page.

Registration:

Q: When does registration open for returning cheerleaders?

A: Registration for returning cheerleaders opens on Friday, March 7, at 9:30 AM. Your returner status will be verified. If you are not a confirmed returner, your registration will be removed and refunded, and you will need to re-register when registration opens to all.

Q: When does registration open for new cheerleaders?

A: Registration for new cheerleaders opens on Friday, March 21, at 9:30 AM.

Q: When does registration close?

A: Registration will close in late April to early May, depending on availability.

Age Requirements & Squad Information:

Q: What are the age requirements for each squad?

A: Athletes must be the required age on or before August 1, 2025.

• Mighty Mites: 4, 5, and 6 years old (only two 4-year-old spots available)
• Blue Mini Mites: 7 years old
• Red Mini Mites: 8 years old
• Blue Mites: 9 years old
• Red Mites: 10 years old
• Blue Midgets: 11 years old
• Red Midgets: 12 years old
• Juniors: 13 and 14 years old

Q: How many athletes are allowed per squad?

A: Each squad has a maximum of 32 athletes. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Fees & Payments:

Q: How much is the registration fee?

A: The registration fee is $225.

Q: What does the registration fee cover?

A: The fee covers:

• Park and field maintenance
• Security at games and events
• Operating expenses
• Competition expenses
• League dues

Q: What forms of payment do you accept?

A: Payments are accepted via credit/debit cards through Sports Engine.

Uniforms & Fittings:

Q: If my child cheered last season, do they need a new uniform?

A: Our uniform cycle is every two years. New uniforms are purchased in even years. On repeat years, we will host a uniform swap for returning cheerleaders. However, new pep rally uniforms and accessories must be purchased every year.

Q: What is a uniform swap?

A: A uniform swap allows returning athletes to purchase a used uniform at a discounted price if needed. Dates, times, and locations will be announced.

Q: When are uniform fitting days?

A: Fittings will take place in early to mid-May. Dates, times, locations, and costs will be announced.

Practices & Games:

Q: When are practices?

A: Official practices begin in late July, typically the week after the Pace High School Cheer Summer Camp. Practice is held three times a week:

• Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
• 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM for Mighty Mites
• 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM for all other squads

Practice takes place at the PARA Football Field off of Limbaugh Lane in Pace. Locations may change due to weather, and coaches will communicate any updates directly.

Q: When do they cheer?

A: Cheerleaders perform at games held on Saturdays from mid-August to late November.

• Home games: PARA Football Field off Limbaugh Lane
•  Away games: Various parks throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa counties
•  Game schedules: Released a week before the first game

Athletes can also participate in up to three cheer competitions (not mandatory). Competition season runs through November and December and will require additional practices.

Contact Information:

For more details, please refer to our Code of Conduct. If you have further questions, contact our VP of Cheer, Jessica Comer, at paracheer@gmail.com.