A Gulf Coast cheer competition where sparkle meets the shoreline. Tiny through U14 divisions — one unforgettable day on the coast.
Bows on the Coast brings teams from across the Gulf Coast together for one high-energy day of stunts, tumbling, and glitter by the water — every division, every level, all on one stage.
Grand champions take home custom championship rings, plus banners and medals for all placements.
Held at Escambia High School in Pensacola — one stage, every division, unbeatable Gulf Coast energy.
Every team competes in one of six age divisions (Tiny, U06, U08, U10, U12, U14) at one of seven levels. Free for ECYSA teams. Outside teams: $350 per team by 11:59 PM November 5, then $400 per team from November 6. Registration closes for all teams at 11:59 PM on November 16.
Our youngest bows take the floor — short, sweet, and full of spirit.
Building the fundamentals with big energy and bigger smiles.
Sharper stunts, tighter jumps, and routines that start to soar.
Advanced tumbling passes and pyramids take center stage.
Elite skill sets and full-out routines built for the big stage.
The top division — the biggest skills, the biggest crowd reaction.
Age cutoff: July 1. An athlete's division is set by their age on July 1.
Pick your team's level when you register.
Bows on the Coast follows the YCADA / American Youth Cheer (AYC) 2026–2027 Youth Cheer rules and scoring, valid through May 31, 2027. Every routine is scored out of 100 points by three judges, minus any deductions.
Stunts, pyramids, dismounts and tosses — difficulty and execution.
Jump and tumbling difficulty and execution.
Choreography, performance and use of cheer, dance, and motions.
| Level | Time limit | Building | Jumps & Tumbling | Overall | In the packet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Limited | 2:00 | 22 | 22 | 56 | Rules · Scoring · Score sheets |
| Level 1 | 2:30 | 38 | 22 | 40 | Rules · Scoring · Score sheets |
| Level 2 | 2:30 | 44 | 22 | 34 | Rules · Scoring · Score sheets |
| Level 3 | 2:30 | 44 | 22 | 34 | Rules · Scoring · Score sheets |
| Level 4 | 2:30 | 44 | 22 | 34 | Rules · Scoring · Score sheets |
Music is required in every Show Cheer routine; poms and props are allowed. Level 2 (D8) teams use their own grids and score sheets — Level 2 (D8) scoring · score sheets. See the packet for each level’s allowed skills, the general safety rules and the glossary.
Taken from the total score, per occurrence. Full definitions: Penalty Info · Deduction Sheet
Sunday, December 6, 2026 at Escambia High School. The full schedule is TBA — the division-by-division schedule will be posted here and sent to registered coaches once it's set.
Check-in, performance times, and awards will be announced closer to the event.
Bows on the Coast 2026 will be held at Escambia High School in Pensacola, Florida.
Pick the registration that fits your team. Registration closes for all teams at 11:59 PM on November 16, 2026.
Free for Emerald Coast Youth Sports Alliance teams. Password protected — use the team access code from your league.
ECYSA Team RegistrationEarly registration is $350 per team through 11:59 PM on November 5. Starting November 6 it is $400 per team. Pay securely online at checkout.
Register & PayNo — registration is free for ECYSA teams. Use the ECYSA Team Registration link and enter the access code provided by your league. If you don't have it, ask your league representative.
Use the Outside Team Registration link. The fee is $350 per team if you register by 11:59 PM on November 5, 2026, and $400 per team from November 6 on. After you submit your roster, you'll pay securely online before checkout is complete, and you'll get an email confirmation with your total and confirmation number.
Registration closes for all teams, ECYSA and outside, at 11:59 PM on Monday, November 16, 2026. The registration forms close automatically at that time.
The schedule is TBA. It will be posted on this page and sent to registered coaches once it's set.
Contact your registrar as soon as possible if your team needs to withdraw — reach out through the contact info on your confirmation email and we'll work with you.
Spectator admission is sold at the door, cash or card. Team registration through this site covers competing athletes and coaches only.
