Japan Cheer Dance Association (JCDA) Starts Fiscal Year 2026 with New Support!
The Japan Cheer Dance Association (JCDA) is starting its 2026 fiscal year with new support, aiming to spread the appeal of cheer dance, an expressive sport, to more people.
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The Japan Cheer Dance Association, which celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, is taking a new step in fiscal year 2026.
In addition to the four companies that have supported the association for many years, three new companies will join as official sponsors, supporting the association's activities throughout the year. Through the promotion of cheer dance, which energizes both spectators and competitors, the association aims to contribute to the sound development of the next generation of youth and establish it as a lifelong sport, while conducting collaborative activities with each company.
JCDA Official Sponsors for Fiscal Year 2026
・Chacott Co., Ltd.
・Kowa Co., Ltd.
・Dome Corporation (Under Armour)
・Meiji Co., Ltd.
・Skater Co., Ltd. (New)
・Fujiya Co., Ltd. (New)
・PR TIMES Inc. (New/PR Partner)
Main Schedule for Fiscal Year 2026 (Confirmed)
April 18 (Sat) - 19 (Sun)
JCDA Cheer Dance Festival in IKSPIARI (Chiba, Maihama IKSPIARI)
July 24 (Fri) - 26 (Sun)
JCDA CHEER DANCE COMPETITION in Summer Kanto (Tokyo, Komazawa Gymnasium)
August 11 (Tue/Holiday)
JCDA CHEER DANCE COMPETITION in Summer Kyushu (Fukuoka, Fukuoka City General Gymnasium)
August 18 (Tue)
JCDA CHEER DANCE COMPETITION in Summer Kansai (Kyoto, Kyoto City Gymnasium)
September 21 (Mon/Holiday)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Kyushu Preliminary Round (Fukuoka, Fukuoka City General Gymnasium)
September 22 (Tue/Holiday) - 23 (Wed/Holiday)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Kanto Preliminary Round ① (Chiba, Chiba Port Arena)
October 4 (Sun)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Hokkaido Preliminary Round (Hokkaido, Yotsuba Arena Tokachi)
October 10 (Sat)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Kanto Preliminary Round ② (Tokyo, Arena Tachikawa Tachihi)
October 12 (Mon/Holiday)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Tohoku Preliminary Round (Yamagata, Yamagata General Sports Center)
October 17 (Sat) - 18 (Sun)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Kanto Preliminary Round ③ (Kanagawa, Hiratsuka General Gymnasium)
October 24 (Sat) - 25 (Sun)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Kansai Preliminary Round (Kyoto, Kyoto Shimazu Arena Kyoto)
November 28 (Sat) - 30 (Mon)
All Japan Cheer Dance Championship Final Round (Tokyo, Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium)
What is Cheer Dance?
Cheer dance is a highly artistic expressive sport derived from cheerleading. Globally, it is also known as dance/performance cheer, and people of all ages, from children to adults, can enjoy it in ways appropriate for their age. In competitions held by the Japan Cheer Dance Association, there are diverse categories such as Cheer Dance, Pom, Hip Hop, and Jazz, where dance technique, expressiveness, team unity, and choreography are evaluated. It is a sport filled with smiles and entertainment, with powerful performances that energize both spectators and competitors.
Japan Cheer Dance Association
The Japan Cheer Dance Association (JCDA) was established in 2001, coinciding with the first All Japan Cheer Dance Championship, as an organization to promote and raise awareness of cheer dance, improve techniques, and foster international exchange.
To spread the appeal of cheer dance, a highly artistic expressive sport, to more people, JCDA organizes competitions and events nationwide, trains certified instructors, and holds technical workshops and license courses for instructors, among other diverse activities.
Through the promotion of cheer dance, which energizes both spectators and competitors, the association aims to contribute to the sound development of the next generation of youth and establish it as a lifelong sport.
【Corporate Overview】
Japan Cheer Dance Association (JCDA)
Head Office: H&K Akasaka Residence 302, 4-7-7 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo 107-0052
Representative Director: Chiyo Maeda
HP: https://jcda.jp
FAQ
How many new sponsors did the Japan Cheer Dance Association gain this time?
In addition to the existing four companies, they gained support from three new companies: Skater Co., Ltd., Fujiya Co., Ltd., and PR TIMES Inc.
What are the main events for the 2026 fiscal year?
Key events include the JCDA Cheer Dance Festival in IKSPIARI, JCDA CHEER DANCE COMPETITION held nationwide, and the All Japan Cheer Dance Championship.
What are the objectives of the Japan Cheer Dance Association?
The association aims to contribute to the sound development of youth and establish cheer dance as a lifelong sport through promotion, technical improvement, and international exchange.