Our goal here at Rensselaer Pop Warner is to enable young people to benefit from participation in team sports and activities in a safe and structured environment. We teach fundamental values, skills and knowledge that young people will use throughout their lives. Pop Warner wants to provide fun athletic learning opportunities for children, while emphasizing the importance of academic success. Specifically, Pop Warner seeks to familiarize players and spirit participants with the fundamentals of football, cheerleading and dance. Objectives are to instill life-long values of teamwork, dedication and a superior work ethic in the classroom and on the playing field. Our programs have no tryouts or cutting of rosters. Everyone participates under mandatory rules of play. On-field coaching is allowed for younger age levels. Safe playing environment means our players are matched by age and weight levels. There is also strict mandatory equipment requirements.