Competitive Cheer Coach

Also called: All-Star Cheer Coach

Coaches all-star, school or college cheer teams, choreographing competition routines and spotting stunts and tumbling so athletes stay safe.

A day in the life

A cheer coach choreographs competition routines, spots stunts and tumbling for safety, and travels to big competitions. All-star gym coaches often coach several teams of different ages.

Pay over a career

Starting
$20k
Typical
$38k
High
$70k

Approximate.

Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.

Training

No formal education, about 0 years after high school. Years of cheer or tumbling experience plus USASF coach credentials and safety certification; no degree needed for most gym jobs.

Ways in: On-the-job training, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.

Outlook

Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years). Similar to coaches.

Will it last? Our AI estimate

Low risk for 10 years. Spotting stunts and coaching routines in person stays human.

Start now, in high school

Classes: Physical education, Dance, Health.

Official data: O*NET occupation 27-2022.

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