Dates: Tuesday, July 7 - Friday, July 10
Location: Northwood University
Hach Student Life Center
4000 Whiting Drive
Midland, MI 48640
Times: 7:45am-9:00pm (estimated)
DAILY ATTIRE
White Jersey (Day 1)
Tie-Dye T-Shirt (Day 2)
Navy Blue Tank Top (Day 3)
Black Shorts/Leggings/Skirt
Athletic Tennis Shoes
Practice & Performance Poms
UNIFORM/PERFORMANCE ATTIRE
Performance Shell Uniform Top
Performance Long Sleeve Uniform Top
Gray Warm-Up Jacket
Black Performance Pants
Black Cougars
Long Knee High Black Socks
White Bow
Team Earrings
Performance Poms
MISC
Refillable Water Bottle (with closable lid)
Snacks
Medications
Sunscreen
Toiletries
Deodorant
Perfume
Makeup Wipes
Hair Supplies
Brush
Comb
Hair Ties
Bobby Pins
Rubber Bands
Hair Spray
Gel
Makeup
Foundation
Blush
Mascara
Red Lipstick
Make sure you pack these items in your bag each day. If you forget an item, you may not perform. You will need these every single day of camp. We will change into them after dinner. We typically only have 15-20 minutes after dinner to get ready for nightlies, so please be ready for a QUICK CHANGE!
WHAT TO WEAR:
Performance Shell Uniform Top
Gray Warm-Up Jacket
Black Performance Pants
Black Cougars
Long Knee High Black Socks
White Bow
Team Earrings
Pink and Blue Performance Poms
*Hair will be in a slicked back pony tail with a middle part.
TOILETRIES
Deodorant
Perfume
Makeup Wipes
HAIR SUPPLIES
Brush
Comb
Hair Ties
Bobby Pins
Rubber Bands
Hair Spray
Gel
MAKEUP
Foundation
Blush
Mascara
Red Lipstick
WHAT TO WEAR:
White Jersey
Dark Shorts/Leggings/Skirt
Comfortable Tennis Shoes
Accessories
BE SURE TO BRING:
Pink and Blue Practice Poms
Water Bottle w/ Closable Lid
Nightly Essentials (see above)
SCHEDULE:
7:45 AM | Meet at Bangor Edison for Carpool
8:45 AM | Welcome and Introductions
9:00 AM | Meet with Staff Sister
9:15 AM | Warm up/Pom basics/Coaches welcome meeting
9:45 AM | Day 1 Kickline
10:15 AM | Begin Day 1 routine instruction
11:45 AM | INT Program - Go to Lunch
12:55 PM | Team of the Day, Staff Performance, Warm up
1:25 PM | Continue Day 1 routine instruction
2:45 PM | Relaxation/All Star Informational meeting
3:20 PM | Group B: Individual Team Help
3:35 PM | Group A: Individual Team Help
5:00 PM | Group B: Dinner
5:15 PM | Group A: Dinner / Prepare for Nightly Evaluations
7:00 PM | Nightly Evaluations and Awards
TBA | Meet with Staff Sister
WHAT TO WEAR:
Tie-Dye T-Shirt
Shorts/Leggings/Skirt
Comfortable Tennis Shoes
"Cotton Candy" Accessories
BE SURE TO BRING:
Pink and Blue Practice Poms
Water Bottle w/ Closable Lid
Nightly Essentials (see above)
SCHEDULE:
7:45 AM | Meet at Bangor Edison for Carpool
8:40 AM | Team bonding w/staff sister
9:40 AM | Team of the day, Peppy pom, Warm up
10:05 AM | Day 2 Kickline instruction
10:35 AM | Begin Day 2 routine instruction
11:25 AM | INT Program - Go to Lunch
12:55 PM | Staff Performances, Warm Up
1:25 PM | Continue Day 2 Instruction
2:45 PM | Relaxation
3:20 PM | Group A: Individual Team Help
3:35 PM | Group B: Individual Team Help
5:00 PM | Group A: Dinner
5:15 PM | Group B: Dinner
7:00 PM | Nightly Evaluations, Toe Touch Competition & Awards
TBA | Meet with Staff Sister
WHAT TO WEAR:
Navy Blue Tank Top
Shorts/Leggings/Skirt
Comfortable Tennis Shoes
"Trolls" Accessories
BE SURE TO BRING:
Pink and Blue Practice Poms
Water Bottle w/ Closable Lid
Nightly Essentials (see above)
SCHEDULE:
7:45 AM | Meet at Bangor Edison for Carpool
8:40 AM | Team of the day/peppy pom/warm up
9:05 AM | Day 3 kickline instruction w/full review
9:35 AM | Lip Sync Competition
10:05 AM | Original Routine w/Staff Sister
10:35 AM | Begin Day 3 routine instruction
11:45 AM | INT Program - Go to lunch
12:50 PM | Staff performance/warm up
1:15 PM | Continue day 3 instruction
2:45 PM | Relaxation
3:20 PM | Group B: Individual team help
3:35 PM | Group A: Individual team help
5:00 PM | Group B: Dinner
5:15 PM | Group A: Dinner
7:00 PM | Nightly Evaluations, Awards & All Star Announcements
TBA | Meet with Staff Sister
WHAT TO WEAR:
Shell Performance Top
Long Sleeve Performance Top
Gray Warm-Up Jacket
Black Performance Pants
Long Black Socks
Black Cougars
White Bow
Team Earrings
SCHEDULE:
7:45 AM | Meet @ Edison
8:30 AM | Doors Open at Northwood
9:30 AM | Performances Begin
12:00 PM | Approx. Awards
IMPORTANT:
Final Day is a half-day of camp.
Teams perform their “original” routines that they have been practicing all summer.
Spectator tickets cost $10 and must be purchased online ahead of time.
Seating is limited and the gym is usually very full on the final day. We recommend families arrive early to get a good seat.
Please remember to be respectful and represent CMMS Pom well.
⭐ Routines ⭐
You will learn three full pom routines and sections of a kickline routine over camp.
Be ready to work hard, pay attention, and ask questions. We want everyone to be confident!
⭐ Nightlies ⭐
Every night (Tue–Thu), all teams perform the routines they learned that day in a mini-competition called “Nightlies.” Families are encouraged to attend.
Nightlies start at 7:15 PM and usually finish around 9:00 PM, but times can vary, and we may run late.
Nightlies are free of charge for spectators.
⭐ Final Day ⭐
Friday is a half-day of camp.
Teams perform their “original” routines.
Spectator tickets cost $10 and must be purchased online ahead of time.
Seating is limited and the gym is usually very full on the final day. We recommend families arrive early to get a good seat.
⭐ Judging ⭐
Performances are scored by camp staff.
Our team is not judged against other teams. Instead, each performance is scored against a score sheet.
Certain point ranges rank you in different places. Multiple teams can earn 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place.
During camp, you will perform at Nightlies (Tue–Thu) and on Final Day (Fri).
💋 Getting Ready 💋
We will get ready after dinner in the bathrooms.
You need to be able to quickly get changed, fix hair and makeup, and be ready to go so we have time to practice our routine before performing.
Be prepared to get ready FAST!
🎀 Hair & Makeup Expectations 🎀
Hair must be in a slicked-back pony with a middle part.
Bring hair ties, bobby pins, gel/hairspray.
Coaches will help as needed, but try to do your own hair and help others who need it.
At minimum, wear: Blush, Mascara, and Red Lipstick
Makeup helps your facial expressions look more visible.
💼 Make Sure to Pack 💼
Pack these items in your bag every day so you have them ready: Shell and Long Sleeve Uniform Top, Black Performance Pants, Long Knee-High Black Socks, Black Cougars, Poms, Earrings, and Bow
💡 Helpful Tips 💡
Label all your uniform items and makeup.
Practice doing your own hair and makeup before.
Bring a small bag for your hair and makeup supplies.
Stay calm and focused. Performing requires teamwork!
Listen to coaches at all times!