Apparel should be appropriate to the activity, both in terms of safety requirements and being of wholesome image appearance.

Uniformity is key and attention to detail important. Clothing should be neither oversized or clingy, but fit well and look freshly pressed. Baggy T-shirts may be popular general wear but do not generate a well groomed sporting style. Polo shirts or shell tops with tennis or netball skirts are the easiest to obtain.

Imported uniforms can involve significant time fund-raising and organisation. However super results are being achieved locally using an existing uniform or photograph as an example and importing just the special braid and logo's to add the finishing authentic touches.

Select materials suitable for sporting apparel that will stand repeated usage and cleaning without losing shape or colour. Take special care in matching colours between garment items. Green is perhaps the hardest colour to find consistent shades in.

Chenille and tackle twill emblems are only produced in the USA but are cheap and ship in a small packet for you to sew on to the garments. Braiding is also custom made and sold by the yard by some US companies.

The smaller sizes of show poms are the most widespread in the USA and use of the traditional giant poms with handles becoming rare. If you have a tight budget then go for the smaller poms which are both far cheaper plus make arm motions and dance moves sharper. Use of poms in American competitions is diminishing year by year, often used only for short sections of the routine. Many squads do not use them at all. Thus new groups starting out not have to buy poms straight away.

Shoes need to be suitable for the activity and performing surface, and all look the same. Check laces are properly tied with ends tucked away. Real cheerleading shoes are available in the UK. Matching socks and hair accessories all add to creating a uniform appearance.

Hair should be securely tied back away from the face. Remove jewellery, except religious or medical medals which should be taped to the body. Small stud earrings can be worn. Fingernails should be short enough to be able to make a fist comfortably.. Makeup should be natural and not excessive. Anyone wearing a medical cast should not be involved in stunting or athletic activity. Tassels, pockets, tights, and baggy clothing are all safety hazards.

Lastly it is not just the uniform but how you look after it and how you wear it. Do not forget to clean/whiten your shoes. Wear tops tucked into skirts/shorts rather than hanging out loose. Check that when you reach up a bare section of midriff does not appear. Wherever possible the uniform should fit properly and hang well. With growing cheerleaders and changes of roster you may need to mix and match items to get the best fit. A few minor dressmaking adjustments can made a big difference.