The CHAMPS Grand Nationals returns to the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado, in 2024, so those returning to the event will be in familiar territory, while newcomers will get to experience a beautiful area for the first time. 

It will be an amazing competition in a winter wonderland in the heart of the holiday season. It all should make for an unforgettable weekend!

Events produced by All Star Championships are all about fun and a family-friendly atmosphere, but Grand Nationals brings things to a whole other level. Teams are given every luxury to make sure they’re ready for their best performances, and the organization’s motto is to #LeaveItOnTheFloor.

ASCS also is very focused on developing coaches, athletes and teams to help ensure a bright future for the sport.

Enjoy complete coverage of the event, as All Star teams from Division I and Division II go head-to-head with their sights set on obtaining points to The Varsity Cheer League by Varsity All Star and a bid to one of the prestigious end-of-season championships!

• Who: All Star Cheer Teams
• When: Dec. 21-22, 2024 
• Where: Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado
• Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV
• Rebroadcast: Watch HERE
• The Varsity Cheer League: 500 Points Up For Grabs

What To Know About The Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado

The Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center in Aurora, Colorado, is more than a competition venue. It’s also an ideal place to stay, featuring indoor and outdoor water activities, seasonal events, incredible views, and much more.

There’s also probably no better time to visit the resort, as guests will get to enjoy the countless amenities of the property and a taste of winter magic in the Denver area.

Inside the resort for the holiday season, will be the return of ICE! Featuring The Polar Express this year. 

If the ice and cold get too overwhelming, Arapahoe Springs Water Park offers indoor (and outdoor when weather permits) pools, waterslides, a lazy river, and whirlpools – plenty of ways to have fun and relax.

The resort also has a variety of dining options, so there’s really no need to even leave the property. 

As an events center, the property includes 69 event rooms, and more than 517,000 square feet of events space with room for 10,000 guests in the largest space. 

Recent enhancements include a remodeled Grand Lodge, new dining venues, an elevated arrival experience, and new outdoor spaces. 

Click HERE to see all of the rooms and spaces inside and outside of the Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, including a virtual tour. 

Venue details: Photo Gallery | Dining | Things To Do | Holiday Activities

Things To Do In Aurora, Colorado

Assuming there’s even time or interest in leaving the host property, Aurora offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the amazing Colorado outdoors, including parks, trails, golf, hikes, horseback riding, fishing, and other water activities – so many ways to enjoy the mountain air.

There’s shopping, theater, historic sights, music, sports, museums, art shows, bowling, trampoline and adventure parks, and amazing dining. 

Learn more about Aurora now. Did you know it’s known as the Gateway to the Rocky Mountains?

If that’s not enough culture and excitement, Denver is only about 20 minutes away.

Explore the mountains. Go to Pikes Peak. See Echo Lake. Visit downtown Denver. Track down the NBA’s Denver Nuggets, NHL’s Colorado Avalanche, or the NFL’s Denver Broncos. 

If you can make it to downtown Denver, there are many opportunities for bus or walking tours, a food or craft beer tour, bike or scooter trips around town, sporting events, historic landmarks, delicious meals, art, shopping, outdoor adventures, and more. There’s definitely something for everyone’s taste.

Learn more HERE about the top things to do downtown or check out some recommendations from the Denver Convention & Visitors Bureau.

Need a car to get around Colorado? Visit Avis!

How To Watch The 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals

The 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.

The rebroadcast will stream on Varsity TV on a delay of 24 hours.

If you’re going to be in the Aurora area and want to see the event in person, keep an eye on this page for spectator and ticket information.

The 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals Results

Results for the 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals can be found here.

The 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals Schedule

The schedule for 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals can be found here.

Bids Up For Grabs At The 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals

• 2 Paid Bids to The Cheerleading Worlds
• 4 At-Large Bids to The Cheerleading Worlds
• 3 Paid Bids to The Summit
• 4 IASF At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 7 At-Large Bids to The Summit
• 3 Paid Bids to The D2 Summit
• 7 At-Large Bids to The D2 Summit
• 2 Paid Bids to The Regional Summit (one for Division I, one for Division II)
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions will earn At-Large Bids to The Regional Summit
• 1 Paid Bid to The Youth Summit
• 4 At-Large Bids to The Youth Summit
• 5 At-Large Bids to The Recreational Summit

The Varsity Cheer League

The Varsity Cheer League is the official ranking system for the sport of All Star cheerleading, changing the conversation from “Who won the weekend?” to “Who ranks at the top this season?”

Every team that competes at a Varsity All Star event this season will be included in The Varsity Cheer League.

Team rankings are determined by the points system displayed here. At each Varsity All Star event your team competes, your team will earn points based on the assigned event and placement point value.

At the end of the season, your six best Varsity All Star event scores will be used to calculate your final rank.

In total, 128 winners will be recognized from first to third place across each region. 

One champion will be crowned in each of the five regions across the eight eligible divisions and two League 6 conferences, meaning 42 championships will be awarded in total. Champions will win cash and prizes!

Click here to learn more about The Varsity Cheer League

500 Points Up For Grabs At The 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals

Click here to view the full points system/breakdown.

Tune in to Varsity TV on Dec. 21-22 to watch all the action live from the 2024 CHAMPS Grand Nationals in Aurora, Colorado!

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