Friends & Family Viewing Area Guidelines

How the Viewing Area Works 🎟️

• The Friends & Family Viewing Area is located at the front of the competition floor, separated by a fence.

• Spectators may line up at the designated queue area (far end of the room near the VIP entrance).

• You may enter the queue ONLY when your team is announced as “ON DECK.”

  • “On Deck” will be identified through:

    • Event announcements

    • Posted signage

    • Screens throughout the venue

  👉 When your team is called:

  • Enter the viewing area from the RIGHT side

  • Watch and enjoy your team’s performance

  👉 When the performance ends:

  • Exit immediately to the LEFT side using the designated exit

  • This allows the next team’s supporters to enter

  🔁 This process repeats throughout the competition.

Viewing Area Rules 🚧

To ensure fairness and safety for everyone:

• Designated Area Only: Remain within the viewing area at all times

• No Early Entry: Do not enter or hold space before your team is “on deck”

• Follow Volunteer Direction: Event staff and marshals are there to help—please respect their guidance

• No Barrier Crossing: Jumping fences, bypassing entry points, or sneaking into the area will not be tolerated

• Capacity Limits Apply: Access may be limited to ensure a safe and comfortable space

Spectator Conduct 🤝

We expect all spectators to contribute to a positive cheer environment:

• Cheer FOR your team, not against others

• No negative, disrespectful, or aggressive behavior toward athletes, coaches, officials, or other spectators

• Respect all event staff and judges (all decisions are final)

• Follow the cheerNL Code of Conduct at all times

🚫 Failure to follow these expectations may result in:

• Removal from the viewing area or event

• A deduction of up to 5 points may be applied to a team’s score (see Code of Conduct Deduction)

Filming & Photography 📸

• No flash photography

• Stay within designated areas while filming

• Do not bring large equipment that blocks views or creates safety hazards

• Always remain behind barriers and safety lines

Important Reminders ⚠️

• Do not enter warm-up areas or attempt to access athletes before performances

• Be ready to move when your team is called—timing is important

• Follow all posted signage and event announcements