013 Kyle - Building Winning Routine Across the Globe

From teaching himself backflips in his backyard in rural Iowa… to choreographing Worlds-level routines across the globe, Kyle Spirit FX has become one of the most influential voices in competitive cheerleading.In this episode, we dive into what it actually takes to build winning routines in different countries, across different score sheets, and for completely different team cultures. From South America’s explosive growth in cheerleading, to adapting choreography for Open, United, and ICU score sheets, Kyle breaks down the strategy behind routines that don’t just score well… but leave an impact.We also react to some unforgettable Worlds performances, including the viral Chilean routine that had everyone talking, and discuss why creativity, pacing, participation, and performance matter more than ever in modern cheerleading.This conversation goes far beyond choreography. It’s about leadership, integrity, global growth in the sport, and understanding what really makes a routine memorable.Because cheerleading is more than counts.TakeawaysTakeawaysHow Kyle went from a small-town athlete to building a global choreography companyWhy South American cheerleading is growing so quicklyThe differences between ICU, Open, and United score sheetsHow score sheets influence routine constructionWhy themes either completely work… or completely missThe importance of full-team participation in modern choreographyHow international teams are pushing creativity in the sportWhat separates a good routine from a winning oneWhy integrity and relationships matter in the choreography worldChapters00:00 From Backyard Tumbler to Global Choreographer08:02 Building Routines Across Different Score Sheets16:59 Why South America Is Changing Cheerleading22:46 The Reality of Non-Tumble Divisions30:22 Themes, Creativity & What Actually Wins40:33 Advice for the Next Generation of Choreographers