FAQ’S Payments: Registration and $100 Deposit (per Person) are due by December 31, 2017. Final Payment (including all family and friends) must be received by January 17, 2018. Please keep in mind that as family and friends are added, your balance due will change. We will not be able to determine your total balance due until all members of your group have registered on either the Ulti‐ mate, Grand or Commuter.
*NOTE– If your whole group balance due is paid in full AND received at the AmeriCheer and AmeriDance office by December 31, 2017, you will be able to receive your Disney Park Tickets via mail prior to arriving at the event check‐in. This will allow you to set up your My Disney Experience account and take advantage of securing things such as Fast Passes at the parks, etc. be‐ fore arriving at the event. If you choose this option there will be NO REFUNDS available after December 31, 2017.
Hotel Accommodations: We cannot guarantee your hotel accommodations without payment in full by the appropriate deadline.
Changes: All changes must be requested by February 1, 2018. Changes to original competition registration and room assignments/ packages are subject to a $50 per change fee through January 17, 2018 and a $100 per change fee thereafter.
Cancellations: For a full refund of fees paid, notice of cancellation must be received by January 2, 2018. ‐ Cancellations made between January 3‐January 31, 2018 = 20% per person nonrefundable penalty. ‐ Cancellations made on or after February 1, 2018 or after = 100% penalty (there is no refund for cancellations made after February 1, 2018.
Balances from cancellations cannot be applied toward your balance.
All cancellations must be in writing to the AmeriCheer Family of Brands InterNational Championship and confirmed by AmeriCheer. We will not accept cancellations by phone.
Registration Managers:
[email protected]
Tiffiny Smith *
[email protected] * Team Names A‐G Teresa LeFevre‐Casby *
[email protected] * Team Names H‐M Kelsie Shoemaker *
[email protected] * Team Names N‐Z Jude McCullough *
[email protected] * Non United States Teams
What packages should I choose? You may chose the Ultimate, or Grand packages which offers convenience and extra savings. Everything is handled for you. Disney’s Magical Express (DME) will pick you up and take you back to the airport. There is no hassle of finding your way! (Required for non Florida Competitors and Coaches) If you choose Commuter package you will need to book an outside hotel and transportation to/from airports and parks. DME available at Orlando (MCO) airport only. When will I know what hotel we are staying in? After you choose either the All star Package or the Caribbean Beach Package, we will be able to let you know more information approximately 3 weeks prior to the event. Our parents would like to stay with us, can they sign up for a package? Of course they can! We encourage all families and friends to enjoy the InterNationals experience with these teams. You can register them with your team or they can contact us and register directly. We have a room that only has three, we are uneven. Can we pay the quad rate? No. Our packages are specific for the number in the rooms.
We have a room that has five, can we just pay for the quad rate? No. Disney will not allow any more than four to each room. It is a requirement to allow up to four in a room.
When will we get our tickets/credentials and competitor gifts? You can pick all of them up at Celebrity Hall upon arrival. Look at confirmation packet for office times available before Celebrity Hall is Open. What does the “Hopper” addition get me? This will allow you to go from Theme Park to Theme Park in the same day. For example: you can use the hopper to go to Hollywood Studios and then go to Magic Kingdom that night. What does the “One Day/One Park” get me? This means you will have access to one park for one day. It will allow you to go to Epcot and only Epcot that day, you can then go to Hollywood Studios the next day with another purchased pass. Can I upgrade my park pass? Yes you can upgrade to a 2, 3,4, or 5 day pass.
If we do not use all the days, may we use them next year? No. These tickets can only be used in a 2 week period . My parents want to watch the competition, what ticket do they need? All spectators must be on a package in order to watch the competition, which includes Grand, Ultimate, or Commuter packages. The package includes a credential to allow access each day of the competition. What if they live in Florida? If they can produce a valid state of Florida ID, they can purchase admission only. One admission ticket per valid ID. Please purchase ahead of time with our office. There will be limited tickets available for purchase at the door.
When do I find out when we will compete? A performance order will be sent to the coaches 3 weeks prior to the competition. It will also be posted on the website www.americheer.com approximately 1 week before the competition.
2018 Competition Format: This schedule is tentative and may vary based upon registration SATURDAY, MARCH 24th: All Dance Categories (compete once categories), School/Rec Flat Mat Divisions, All Spring Floor Divisions including All Star, School, and Rec. SUNDAY, MARCH 25th: All Spring Floor Divisions including All Star, School, and Rec, individual, duo & stunt group divisions and all School/Rec Flat Mat Divisions
I have individuals that would like to compete. Is there additional costs? We have a competition for Individuals($65 per person), Stunt Groups, Duos and Ensembles ($95 per performance not per person)
What is the AmeriCheer Honors Athlete Scholarship program? We want to recognize cheer and dance athletes for their achievements in leadership, skill, and community service by awarding up to six $1000 scholarships to assist in their college education. This opportunity is open to Juniors/ Seniors in high school that will compete individually. Check out our website for the details on how to achieve this scholarship opportunity!
Can I purchase meal vouchers from you? We will have a limited supply at the AmeriCheer office. You can purchase these vouchers when you register. You will receive a meal voucher form in the confirmation packet. Breakfast only: $14 (Breakfast platter, 1 drink or bakery item, side and drink) Lunch or Dinner: $18 (entrée, 1 side dish and single serving non‐alcoholic beverage) **at select locations in the parks and venue.
What if I speak a different language? For your convenience, we will have Spanish speaking staff members on hand. If you are calling our office prior to InterNationals, ask for a Spanish speaking staff member. Other Languages will be addressed as needed.
Will there be a coaches meeting? Yes, we will have a coaches meeting/reception on Friday evening at approximately 7pm. It is highly recommended that at least one representative from your organization attend this informational meeting.
What is your Contact Information?: Phone: 614.898.1000
Toll‐Free: 1.800.966.5867
Email:
[email protected] Office Hours: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday
AmeriCheer Family of Brands 20 Collegeview Road, Westerville, OH 43081
Fax : 614.898.0404
What is the InBid? AmeriCheer & AmeriDance have an exciting opportunity for organizations to earn savings to the InterNational Championship with our New InBid! While we will still continue to have open registration, the InBid gives you the chance to earn rewards that will make attending the event even more prestigious for your athletes and coaches.
Paid InBid recipients will receive $200 per competitor credit and up to two coaches toward their Grand or Ultimate packages.
At‐Large InBid recipients will receive a $15 discount per competitor and up to two coaches toward their Commuter, Grand or Ultimate package.
What if we do not have a competition in our region to attend to win an InBid Award? Video Competition will be available for organizations or teams that do not have a competition in their region.
PAID INBID VIDEO COMPETITION Info:
Up to three Paid InBids will be awarded Video along with a registration fee of $25 per person/per routine Score 90% or higher, to be eligible to receive one of the Paid InBids Due by January 24, 2018 Announced on the InterNational Championship portion of the AmeriCheer & AmeriDance websites on January 30, 2018
AT‐LARGE VIDEO INBIDS Info: Review fee of $50 per routine Score 80% or higher, you can be awarded a $15 discount per competitor plus two coaches for Commuter, Grand or Ultimate packages at the InterNational Championship Upon receiving your video submission, your routine will be reviewed and scored within two weeks of receiving the entry Video submissions are due by January 17, 2018 and recipients will be announced on the InterNational Championship portion of the AmeriCheer & AmeriDance websites on January 19, 2018 Fill out InBid video submission form and send in the form along with your payment and video. Submission Forms, Payment and Videos can be accepted via email to
[email protected] or by mail to AmeriCheer & AmeriDance‐ ATTN: InBid Video Submission‐ 20 Collegeview Rd‐ Westerville, OH 43081.
