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About Us

The Oaklands Wolves Cheerleading Academy is the newest academy on offer at Oaklands College. Marking it as the UK’s first cheerleading academy to integrate academics with elite-level cheerleading!

Michael Ball has been overseeing the development of the academy, stated, “Recreational and competitive cheerleading is a rapidly growing activity and is set to become an Olympic sport in the future. The sport appeals to individuals from various disciplines, including dance, gymnastics, and trampolining, as well as those simply looking to engage in a new activity and maintain their fitness. I am genuinely excited to establish this new academy, which will operate alongside our already established basketball academy.”

Programme Highlights

Introducing the Oaklands Wolves Cheerleading Academy, the first cheerleading academy in the UK that combines elite cheerleading training with academic success.

The academy is designed to provide aspiring cheerleaders with an exceptional training environment that fosters both skill development and personal growth. With a focus on teamwork, discipline, and fitness, we aim to nurture talent and create opportunities for our members to shine.

Key features of our academy include:

  • Cheer training led by Ben Vasey-Howe and his coaching staff.
  • Performance opportunities during the Oaklands Wolves home games.
  • National competition opportunities at least twice a year.
  • Strength and conditioning sessions led by the college’s professional S&C staff.
  • Physiotherapy cover overseen by the Head of Physiotherapy.
  • All training conducted at our St Albans campus and on approved cheer surfaces.
  • Regular morning and afternoon minibus transport between campuses to facilitate your studies at WGC or SAC.

Join us at the Oaklands Wolves Cheerleading Academy and be part of this ground breaking initiative, paving the way for the future of cheerleading in the UK!

Important Information

The Oaklands College Cheerleading academy will cater to individuals from beginners to elite level, with the competition level (USASF/IASF) ranging from Level 1 to Level 7 determined by our recruits in the first year and the decisions made by the coaching staff.

Regardless of competitive level, the Oaklands College Cheerleading Academy will prioritise the development of each individual while fostering a positive and successful team environment.

The only formal requirement of joining the cheerleading academy is to be enrolled on one of our full time courses. 

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All Oaklands Wolves Athletes are required to purchase their kit from KitKing. 

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Student accommodation at our St Albans Campus is available for those enrolled in the sports academies. Our aim is to create a safe, supportive community that helps you transition smoothly away from home.

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Contact

MICHAEL BALL
HEAD OF CHEER

01727 737469
michael.ball@oaklands.ac.uk