Flag Cheer & Dance for Children Ages 3-8

Springfield is offering an exciting fall program combining cheerleading and dance for young children. Flag Cheer & Dance helps children build confidence, coordination, and teamwork in a non-competitive, high-energy setting.

The Flag Cheer & Dance program runs on Wednesdays from September 16 to October 28, 2026, at Pool Field, 44 Morrison Road, Springfield. Children are grouped by age with separate class times: Ages 3-4 at 4 p.m., Ages 5-6 at 5 p.m., Ages 7-8 at 6 p.m. The program, in partnership with USA Sport Group and Springfield Recreation Department, combines cheerleading, dancing, and movement. Children learn fundamentals of dancing and cheerleading in coordination with the flag football league. They master cheerleading motions and fun dance routines, participate in interactive pom-pom activities, and boost coordination, confidence, and teamwork. The program does not include stunting or tumbling—just fun, movement, and team spirit.

The cost is $206 per child. The uniform includes a t-shirt, hoodie, pom poms, and hair bow. Register at usasportgroup.com/orgs/993-Springfield-Recreation?term=280. Discover more children's programs and youth activities in Springfield on Union County Life.

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FAQ:

Q: What ages can participate in Flag Cheer & Dance?
A: The program is for children ages 3-8, divided into three age groups with separate class times.

Q: When does the program run?
A: Wednesdays from September 16 to October 28, 2026. Ages 3-4 at 4 p.m., ages 5-6 at 5 p.m., ages 7-8 at 6 p.m.

Q: Where does the program take place?
A: Pool Field, 44 Morrison Road, Springfield, NJ.

Q: What does the program include?
A: Cheerleading fundamentals, dancing, pom-pom activities, teamwork building. No stunting or tumbling. Uniform included: t-shirt, hoodie, pom poms, and hair bow.

Q: How much does the program cost?
A: $206 per child. Register at usasportgroup.com/orgs/993-Springfield-Recreation?term=280.