TB POM - extra try-outs

Would you like to be part of Team Belgium 2027 and represent Belgium at the ICU World Championships in Orlando?

For the Senior Pom Team, we are organizing an additional selection round. Athletes who wish to apply can participate in a selection process consisting of a video try-out and an in-person try-out.

Discover all requirements and practical information below.

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Team Belgium 2027 – Senior Pom Video Try-Outs

Following the Team Belgium 2027 Try-Outs, we are opening an additional selection round for the Senior Pom Team.

To build a complete and competitive team for the ICU World Championships in Orlando, we are still looking for additional athletes. Therefore, athletes who would like to apply for Team Belgium 2027 can participate through a video try-out and an additional in-person try-out.

The video serves as the first evaluation stage. Based on the submitted videos, athletes will be invited to an in-person try-out on June 30, 2026. If you are unable to attend on this date, an alternative session may exceptionally be organized on July 9, 2026.

Who can participate?

  • Athletes who meet the Senior Pom age requirements (see Team Belgium 2027 information bundle).
  • Athletes who were unable to attend the original try-outs.
  • Athletes who would still like to apply for Team Belgium 2027.

How to participate?

Step 1 – Create an account

Create an account via the Team Belgium platform: https://team.belgiancheer.be
Complete your profile, fill in all required forms and submit your application for the try-outs.

Step 2 – Submit your video

Create one video containing all required elements listed below.
Send your video via WeTransfer to: teambelgium@belgiancheer.be

Video Try-Out Requirements

Submit one single video containing all required elements.

Jumps

  • Toe Touch
  • Hurdler
  • Grand Jeté

Turns

  • Double Pirouette to the Right
  • Double Pirouette to the Left
  • À la Seconde Turns

Motion Combination

Please perform the following motions consecutively. Each motion should last 1 count, unless otherwise indicated:

  • Broken T
  • T
  • High V
  • Low V
  • Touchdown
  • Clasp (2 counts)
  • Clean

Flexibility

Please demonstrate:

  • Right Split
  • Left Split
  • Middle Split
  • Right Heel Stretch
  • Left Heel Stretch

Additional Skills

If you have any gymnastics, acrobatic or technical skills that could contribute to a Pom routine, please include them in your video.

Examples:

  • Walkovers
  • Aerials
  • Handsprings
  • Tucks
  • Other relevant skills

Video Guidelines

  • Submit all elements in one video file.
  • Videos must be recent and recorded specifically for these try-outs.
  • Old competition or training footage will not be accepted.
  • The athlete must be clearly visible throughout the entire video.
  • Ensure sufficient lighting and space for proper evaluation.
  • Music may be used.

Timeline

  • Video submission deadline: June 26, 2026
  • Feedback and invitations to the in-person try-out: June 27, 2026
  • In-person try-out: June 30, 2026
  • Alternative in-person try-out (if required): July 9, 2026

In-Person Try-Out

Athletes selected after the video evaluation will receive an invitation to the in-person try-out.

The in-person try-out is an essential part of the selection process and allows coaches to confirm the information shown in the video while evaluating athletes in a team environment.

  • Date: June 30, 2026
  • Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
  • Location: Sportcentrum KULeuven 'De Nayer - spiegelzaal 2' (Tervuursevest 101, 3001 Leuven)
  • Alternative session: July 9, 2026

What will be evaluated?

  • Technical execution of jumps, turns and motions
  • Performance quality and presentation
  • Coachability and attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Ability to learn and apply corrections
  • Physical readiness
  • Potential within the Team Belgium environment

Important

Submitting a video alone is not sufficient for selection.

Athletes selected after the video evaluation must also participate in the in-person try-out to be considered for a place on the Team Belgium Senior Pom Team.

The Senior Pom project can only move forward if enough athletes are selected to form a complete team.