A cheerleading hairstyle should be fun but functional.
Cheerleading hairstyles should be both practical and stylish. Hair should look cute but shouldn't interfere with your child's performance during a competition. The type of style you choose depends on your child's age as well as hair length and type. Younger cheerleaders may prefer a pigtail or braided look, while older children may opt for a sleek bun. Whatever you decide, be creative and accessorize with hair accessories such as ribbons and bows if your child's coach allows it.
Long Hair
Although longer hair is often more amenable to new hairstyles, it should remain off the face while cheerleading. A high ponytail keeps hair back and can be braided and secured using a hair elastic to add interest. Use plenty of hairspray so the style stays in place during competition. If hair is very long, a ballerina bun or twist prevents it from swinging into the face or interfering with stunts. To put the hair into a bun, first tie into a high ponytail, braid or twist the hair and then wrap it around the hair elastic. Secure using another hair elastic and bobby pins, finishing with hairspray.
Mid-length Hair
Curls look pretty on children with mid-length hair and will stay put with the correct styling products. Consider putting your child's hair in a ponytail when damp and using rags, plaits or foam rollers to create curls. To curl using rags, take strips of material and wrap damp hair around it. When you reach the end of the hair, pin it up with a bobby pin. Remove the rags when dry to achieve tight, pretty curls. Alternatively, French braiding looks stylish but also keeps hair back during a routine. To French braid hair, begin with three small sections of hair and begin braiding, adding more sections of hair as you go. Secure the braid using a bow, ribbon or hair elastic.
Shorter Hair
Although shorter hair may be left as is, your child may want to try a new style for her cheerleading competition. Try twisting some of the front back by taking small sections and twisting and securing in place with bobby pins or small elastics. If the hair is too short to twist, try changing the hair's part or adding hair accessories that can be pinned in tightly and will add color or sparkle to your child's hair.
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