The Hype House

Where the magic happens.

Practice schedules, open gym, tumbling clinics, fundraising opportunities, and the gym rules that keep our space safe and focused.

Tentative schedule

Weekly Practice.

This is a tentative schedule for the season. Times may shift after teams are finalized — we'll notify you ASAP. All practices are held at 27759 Fairground Rd, Adel, IA 50003.

Monday
  • 5:30–7:00 PM Blaze
  • 6:15–7:05 PM Streak
  • 7:00–8:00 PM Vicious
  • 8:00–9:00 PM Savage
Tuesday
  • 6:15–7:15 PM Roar
  • 6:30–7:30 PM Fierce
Wednesday
  • Rest day
Thursday
  • 5:30–6:30 PM Fierce
  • 6:15–6:55 PM Tiny Tigers
  • 6:30–8:00 PM Vicious
  • 7:30–9:00 PM Savage
Friday
  • Rest day
Saturday
  • Optional Open Gyms (announced as scheduled)

A 3-absence policy is enforced. Please notify Coach Sarah of planned absences as soon as possible. We follow the ADM school calendar for holidays and breaks. If ADM cancels for inclement weather, we'll cancel too — check Facebook for status.

Iowa Ambush competition team with their CheerSport Champions banner
Tumbling & Open Gym

Sharpen your skills.

Additional tumbling classes are offered throughout the year. Not required, but strongly encouraged to elevate routines. Reach out to Coach Sarah about both group and private lessons.

Optional Open Gym sessions are typically held on weekends and open to anyone. $5 cash per session — minimum 4 athletes signed up to run. Announced via Facebook and the GroupMe app.

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Young Ambush cheerleaders posing with red bows in black tank tops
Fundraising

Earn while you cheer.

All cheerleaders are strongly encouraged to participate in our fundraising activities. Use your fundraising dollars toward uniforms, tuition, competition fees, apparel, and more.

It's a fun way to show off our teamwork while earning money toward our cheerleading goals. Details on this season's opportunities will be announced — follow us on Facebook to stay in the loop.

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For everyone's safety

Practice & gym rules.

The rules that keep our gym safe, focused, and welcoming for everybody.

Be on time, ready to practice Shoes on, hair pulled back, nails trimmed, jewelry removed (including stud earrings). If you're running late, notify your coach.
Sick or injured? Still come. If your athlete is sick (and not contagious) or has an injury, they should still attend to watch from the sidelines for changes that may impact them. Notify coaches immediately if an injury occurs.
Mat area is water-only No food, gum, candy, or sodas in the mat area. Only water. We are a NUT-FREE FACILITY — please leave nut-based products at home.
No pets in the facility
No equipment without a coach present Under no circumstances should an athlete be on or near equipment without a coach or instructor.
No absences the week before competition Coaches reserve the right to replace an athlete who misses practice the week before a comp.
Phones off, focus on Athlete cell phones must be silenced and put away during practice.
Closed practices All practices are closed to visitors to limit distractions. Parents will see progress at our showcase events throughout the season. No videotaping at the gym.
Lost & Found All lost items go to lost and found. Iowa Ambush Cheer is not responsible for theft of personal property or unattended items.
Stay informed It's the parents' responsibility to know what's going on with your athlete's team. Check email, GroupMe, and our Facebook page regularly. Coaches communicate practice and event updates through GroupMe.
Issues with a coach? Send an email or call the office to schedule a private meeting. Issues are addressed directly and respectfully.
All routine decisions are left to the discretion of the coaching staff.
Iowa Ambush Cheer competition team in red and white uniforms
Uniforms

Year one of a new rotation.

The 2026–27 season is Year 1 of our new uniform rotation. All athletes will purchase the new uniform package as part of our updated two-year cycle. New athletes will attend a fitting prior to the season.

Competition shoes: Required to be purchased through our uniform rep. Competition uniform details and ordering info are shared at the parent meeting.

Rec uniforms: Ambush cheer top + black compression shorts (any brand, no large visible logo on the front). Rec athletes may choose their own clean white cheer shoes.

Used items may become available throughout the season based on availability.

Ready to step into the gym?

Drop Coach Sarah a note. She'll get you set up.

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