Washington Inscholastic Activities Association (WIAA)

If you look under ACTIVITIES/DANCE/DRILL, you will find important information about dance/drill.  The “Bound for State Regs” are especially helpful as they contain many of the rules governing competition.  You can also find Washington State Coaching Standards information on the home page in the left side bar.

National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

This is where you go to order your Spirit Rules book if you need one.  These are the rules that govern dance/drill in our state.  Note:  Spirit rules books are sent to athletic directors in late summer to be distributed to dance/drill and cheer coaches.  Check with your building athletic director before you order one.

Washington State Spirit Judges Association (WSSJA)

You can find valuable information about judging on this site including how to become a judge.  This is also where you can provide feedback to judges.

Washington State Coaches Association (WSCA)

The WSCA is a non-profit organization created to promote the understanding of the athlete as he/she relates to the coaches, athletics and schools. They endeavor to meet the needs of all WIAA sports by aiding in the Individual Sport Associations (ISA) such as the WSDDCA. In addition, they have secured a representative membership of coaches in the hope of developing better communication among schools, coaches, and athletes. The organization also strives to promote good fellowship and social contacts among coaches.  WSCA membership comes with liability insurance.

Washington State Cheer Coaches Association (WSCCA)

The WSCCA offers many additonal stunt clinics if you cannot attend a WSDDCA stunt clinic.