Once again, the National Cheerleaders Association Atlantic Classic is back in the Atlanta area and returns to the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park, Georgia, for its 2026 edition.

It’s a shift from last year’s event, which spanned two days – one for Division I and one for Division II – but Varsity TV will be there to provide live coverage of the full day of two-division action on Jan. 31.

The NCA Atlantic Classic is one of more than 20 NCA events scheduled for the 2025-2026 season that will showcase the talent of young cheer teams from coast to coast. 

The NCA was created in 1948 and focuses on competition, camps/instruction and philanthropy, all geared toward helping participants become the best cheerleaders, leaders and people they can become.

Enjoy complete coverage of the 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic, as standout teams from Division I and Division II go head-to-head with their sights set on obtaining points to The Varsity Cheer League and a bid to one of the prestigious end-of-season championships!

• Who: All Star Cheer Teams
• When: Jan. 31, 2026 
• Where: Georgia International Convention Center in College Park, Georgia
• Watch: LIVE on Varsity TV
• Rebroadcast: Watch HERE
• The Varsity Cheer League: 400 Points Up For Grabs

What To Know About The Georgia International Convention Center

Like many cities across the United States, the Atlanta area has become a familiar destination for elite cheer and dance events each season.

One of the many venues that continues to appear on competition schedules is the Georgia International Convention Center in College Park, Georgia, which is less than a mile from the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

The airport is so close to the GICC that participants and guests can get to the venue by car or by the free ATL SkyTrain, as the two locations are connected.

This is a convenience they’ll get to enjoy again in 2026 when the NCA Atlanta Classic returns to town on Jan. 31.

Once at Georgia’s second-largest convention center, visitors will see more than 300,000 square feet of space, more than 7,000 nearby hotel rooms and top-of-the-line accommodations and technology.

More information about the GICC: Virtual Tour | Overview of ATL | Map & Parking | Event Calendar | Nearby Attractions  

The same team that operates the GICC also handles business at the Gateway Center Arena, a 5,000-seat venue that hosts sporting events, concerts, shows, graduations conventions and more.

The Gateway Center Arena is the home of the Atlanta Dream, a professional women’s basketball team and the College Park Skyhawks, the G League affiliate of the Atlanta Hawks. 

Things To Do In The Atlanta Area

As a booming metropolis, the Atlanta area has more than enough things to keep athletes and their guests busy when they’re not busy at the 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic. 

Whether you want to explore the big city, learn about the long history of the area or check out some of the smaller neighboring cities, you won’t be disappointed with the ATL.

Click HERE to learn more about the Atlanta area.  

The history of the capital city of Georgia began in the 1830s, when the area was connected to the Midwest via railroad, and that’s just part of the history and culture celebrated in museums and galleries around the area.

Atlanta itself has a zoo, aquarium, gardens, galleries, many professional sports teams – it’s even the headquarter city for CNN (news channel) and the Coca-Cola Company, and it’s possible to visit and tour both properties. 

While planning for your visit to the ATL, check out this list of 50 fun things to do. 

When we travel, the food we enjoy often is as important as the sights. Sure, eating is necessary, but it also is a way to enjoy the area’s culture and traditions. 

That said, make room for some Southern BBQ, fried chicken, sweet tea, Brunswick stew, pecan pie and other delicious Southern fare. And, remember – Georgia is the Peach State, so keep an eye out for all the ways the locals can delight you with the tasty state fruit!

Need a car to get around the Atlanta area? Visit Avis!

How To Watch The 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic

The 2026 edition of the NCA Atlanta Classic will stream LIVE on Varsity TV.

If you’re going to be in Georgia and want to see the event in person, click HERE for spectator and ticket information.

Missed the Action? Watch The Rebroadcast

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

Relive The Action With Varsity TV 24/7 Network

Whether you're a die-hard fan, a coach or an athlete, Varsity TV 24/7 Network brings the action of the competitive cheer and dance season straight to you—anytime, anywhere. 

The always-live stream will feature all-access content and video replays hand-picked by experts on the Varsity TV team. Tune in to Varsity TV 24/7 Network live, starting on Nov. 1. 

The 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic Results

Results for the 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic can be found here.

The 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic Schedule

The schedule for the 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic can be found here.

Bids Up For Grabs At The 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic

• 6 Wild Card Bids to The D2 Summit
• 6 Wild Card Bids to The Youth Summit
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify for The Regional Summit
• 1 Partially Paid Bid to The Recreational Summit
• 5 Wild Card Bids to The Recreational Summit
• Top 3 teams in eligible divisions qualify for The Quest
• Golden Tickets to The U.S. Finals

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 All Star elite team in Youth, Junior and Senior divisions will be included in the Varsity Cheer League.

Team rankings are determined by the point system displayed here. 

At each Varsity All Star event your team completes, 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, 92 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 six eligible divisions and two League 6 conferences. Champions will win cash and prizes!

Click here to learn more about The Varsity Cheer League.

400 Points Up For Grabs At The 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic

Click here to view the full points system/breakdown.

Tune in to Varsity TV on Jan. 31 to watch all the action live from the 2026 NCA Atlanta Classic in College Park, Georgia!

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