Important: Please read through all dropdowns before clicking on the link to register. When registering, by accepting the “Terms and Conditions” for the event, you are agreeing to adhere to the competition rules. Please see the “Championship Forms” tab to view a copy of the rules.

Cabana Bay and Endless Summer Dockside are currently SOLD OUT on the Hotel Travel Package. Hilton Orlando still has availability at this time.

Registration Information

Required Championship Forms

Please show proof at registration in Orlando:

Must be turned in at registration in Orlando:

Registration Resources

Click HERE for a Step-By-Step Guide on How-To Register!

IMPORTANT NOTES: 

  • If Family/Friends/Spectators are included on Team Registration, registration will be processed on the same team timeline. 
  • If Family/Friends/Spectators register independently, will not be housed until AFTER all Gold/Silver/Bronze teams have been housed 
  • ALL Family/Friends/Spectators are not guaranteed to be housed in the same hotels as their corresponding teams 

Reach out to your Registration Specialist if you have any questions.

Pricing Information

Click HERE for the 2026 Championship Pricing Information.

*Cabana Bay and Endless Summer Dockside are currently SOLD OUT on the Hotel Travel Package. Hilton Orlando still have availability at this time.

  • If you’d like to purchase Universal Tickets during registration, simply select them in the “Add-On” section.

VENUE TICKET SALES OPEN DECEMBER 19, 2025 

  • Tickets will be General Admission. NDA will offer daily passes or a weekend pass which will be for Saturday-Monday. Each spectator MUST prepurchase ticket via link below. Once on-site they will visit our Admissions Booth to scan & redeem their online tickets in exchange for a wristband. Purchase tickets by using THIS link on December 19th.
  • Ticket pricing will be coming soon.

Ready to Register?

Register Here

Click HERE to register your team!

Planning Your Trip?

Universal Studios Orlando Park Ticket Information

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO PARK TICKET PRICES
TICKET TYPE PARTICIPANT
1 DAY, 2 PARK – UNIVERSAL STUDIOS/ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE $199
2 DAY, 2 PARK – UNIVERSAL STUDIOS/ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE $309
2 DAY, 3 PARK BASE (1 PER DAY) – UNIVERSAL STUDIOS/ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE/EPIC $319
2 DAY, 3 PARK – UNIVERSAL STUDIOS/ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE/EPIC $329
3 DAY, 3 PARK – UNIVERSAL STUDIOS/ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE/EPIC $405
3 DAY, 4 PARK – UNIVERSAL STUDIOS/ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE/EPIC $415
*All tickets listed besides the 2 Day, 3 Park BASE are Park-To-Park*

 

  • Universal Studio Ticket purchase deadline is January 31, 2026.
  • Universal Studio Ticket Pick-Up Information is coming soon.
    • NOTE: Tickets will be valid February 10, 2026 – February 19, 2026. Multi-day tickets do not need to be used consecutively. All tickets will expire after February 19, 2026. Any unused days shall be forfeited. 

Travel Discounts & On-Site Transportation

Travel Discounts:

  • Click HERE for the full list of travel discounts for Varsity Spirit attendees! 

Transportation Information:

  • Airport Shuttles can be booked through our partners at Total Transportation Solutions, Inc.
    • Pricing Details & Form to book transfers can be found HERE.
  • Event Shuttles are for Hotel Travel Package ONLY.
    • Cabana Bay & Dockside to the Hilton Orlando – provided by NDA through Total Transportation Solutions, Inc. Will run every 20-30 minutes Saturday to Monday. Friday Shuttles for Early Practice/Registration scheduled through TTS directly. MUST have wristband to board – will receive wristbands when checking in at Registration. 
  • Click HERE to view the Park Shuttles Schedule.
  • Hilton Orlando to Universal Parks – Provided on event days by NDA, through Total Transportation Solutions, Inc.
    • Reservations must be scheduled via email using the details provided in the link
  • Cabana Bay & Dockside to Universal Parks – Provided by Hotel/Universal Shuttles.
    • Contact hotel for more information.
  • For any assistance or questions contact Total Transportation Solutions directly: mstephenson@ttsorlando.com – (407) 844-8451

Meal Details

  • The $20 Meal Vouchers will be valid at select Hilton locations, more information coming soon!
  • BACK THIS YEAR! We have the Box Lunch option! YES, your Meal Voucher is valid for this box lunch option! More information coming soon

USA Membership & NFHS

USA Cheer and Dance Coach Membership Requirements

USA Cheer has developed a comprehensive Membership Program, which includes a background check, athlete protection training, acknowledgement of concussion training with return to participation guidance, a member code of conduct, and safety training courses on risk management and safety rules.

  • USA Cheer membership- All Coaches, Choreographers, and others who wish to access the warmup, backstage and coach’s areas will need to present their USA Cheer Membership card and photo ID at registration to receive a lanyard. AT LEAST ONE coach should have a “coach’s” membership, and all others can have a “professional” membership.
  • Confirm that the coaches who are attending the competition with your team are listed on your registration and invoice. If they are not registered, they will not receive a lanyard or access to the coach’s areas.

NFHS Endorsement

NFHS endorses and supports the NDA High School National Championship! This endorsement is exclusive in the cheerleading and dance team categories and will include actively encouraging states, through reasonable methods, to allow their member schools to participate in the NDA High School National Championship.