We’re excited for you to join the Minnesota Jets for the 2025-2026 season! Here’s all the essential information to help you prepare for tryouts and clinics!

**Please Note**
You MUST be registered to participate in Tryouts by setting up an account at www.MinnesotaJets.com/join 

**There is a cost for Tryouts of $60. We do have hardship scholarships available. If you require assistance with any of the costs associated with the Minnesota Jets, please contact Coach Derek at info@minnesotajets.com
**Once you complete the Tryouts, and are placed with a team, the $60 paid/credited for Tryouts will be applied to the $115 registration fee.

SECOND TRYOUTS ARE HERE, AND RECRUITMENT IS STILL OPEN

Did you miss the first round of tryouts? Still thinking about joining a team? You're in luck, there’s still time to be part of something amazing.

We are actively recruiting new athletes for our RAPTORS, NIGHTHAWKS, and PHOENIX teams. Whether you’re brand new to cheer or returning after a break, we want to meet you.

SECOND TRYOUTS (Ages 6-17)

Saturday, May 17 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM

– New tryout material drops May 9

– Optional Open Gyms to practice: May 9 and May 16

– Tryout Fee: $60 (applies toward $115 registration if you join)

RECRUITMENT STAYS OPEN UNTIL JULY 15

Can’t make the May 17 tryout? No problem. You can still join:

– Attend any two practices

– Then complete a tryout at an Open Gym or Private Lesson

– Schedule your tryout by emailing info@minnesotajets.com

– Team placement will be shared 24 hours after your tryout

This is your chance to be part of something bigger! Competitive cheerleading with a purpose, a program that builds champions on and off the mat. 

Join the Minnesota Jets and Fly High this season.

Register now at www.minnesotajets.com/join

Questions? Email us at info@minnesotajets.com

Let’s make 2025-2026 unforgettable, together.

Advisor Evaluations

In addition to the clinic and tryout evaluations, every cheerleader must obtain at least one Advisor Evaluation. This is an opportunity for an advisor (such as a teacher, coach, or mentor) to provide honest feedback about the cheerleading candidate.

Evaluation Details:

Each cheerleader must submit at least one evaluation. Multiple evaluations are allowed, and the total scores will be averaged.

The Advisor Evaluation will assess the cheerleader's adherence to our Core Values (SAWSI) and our 3 pillars to success: Physical Health, Mental Health, and Spiritual Health. The evaluation is an important part of the tryout process and will be scored as part of the overall tryout score.

The feedback provided will not be shared with the cheerleader. It is used solely for the evaluation process.

How to Submit the Advisor Evaluation:

Share this link with your advisor: https://tinyurl.com/JETSADVISOREVAL 

Advisor Evaluation Scoring:
Each question will be rated on a scale from 0 to 5, where 0 is the lowest and 5 is the highest.
Advisors will also have the option to add notes after each question.

Judging Criteria
Judges will evaluate cheerleaders based on the following:

Cheer: Execution of motions, voice projection, knowledge of material, and energy.

Dance: Sharpness of motions, placement, energy, and knowledge of material.

Stunting: Proper posture, execution, technique, and energy.

Attitude: Positive attitude, teamwork, spirit, and respectfulness.

Coachability: Ability to follow directions, stay on task, accept correction, and ensure safety.