Level 2 Cheerleading Explained

Quick answer: Level 2 builds on Level 1 by introducing single-leg stunt positions, such as a liberty, and standing back tumbling, while still keeping most advanced or inverted skills out of reach.

What Does This Level Mean?

Level 2 is generally the second step in the competitive cheer level system, for athletes who have shown consistency with Level 1 fundamentals and are ready for slightly more demanding stunts, tumbling and jumps.

Typical Stunt Categories

Level 2 commonly introduces single-leg stunt positions, such as a liberty, along with extensions, while typically still excluding inversions and release-based skills.

Typical Tumbling Categories

Tumbling at Level 2 commonly introduces standing back tumbling, such as a standing back handspring, building on the rolls and round-offs learned at Level 1.

Jumps and Motions

Jumps at Level 2 often expect cleaner technique and may introduce combination jumps, while motions continue to focus on sharp, consistent positioning across a fuller routine.

What Changes From the Previous Level?

Compared with Level 1, Level 2 typically adds single-leg stunt positions and standing back tumbling - the two most common markers of the jump from Level 1 to Level 2.

What Changes at the Next Level?

Level 3 generally introduces running tumbling and a wider range of stunt transitions, continuing the pattern of gradually increasing difficulty.

Division / Governing Body Differences

Exact skill lists for Level 2 vary between governing bodies and competition providers, and can change between seasons. Always check the current official rules for your team's governing body.

Parent Questions

Parents often ask what specifically separates Level 1 from Level 2 - in general terms, it's the addition of single-leg stunts and standing back tumbling, though exact requirements vary by governing body.

Related Levels

See Level 1, or the levels hub for the full system.