The official page of the University of San Carlos, School of Architecture, Fine Arts and Design Cheerdance Squad also known as SAFAD Cheerios
One week since the fire hit the floor. Watch the SAFAD Cheerios evolve all over again. ๐ฆโก๏ธ๐ถโโ๏ธ
Huge thanks to Todayโs Carolinian for this primetime coverage!
11/02/2026
Before the fire ever hit the floor, it was first imagined in sketches, fabrics, and countless conversations. This is the story of what burned quietly behind the scenes. From the first costume drafts to carefully selecting every fabric, each choice was made with intention not just how it would look, but how it would move, feel, and carry the story we wanted to tell.
Through countless revisions and trips to the atelier, every step nurtured the spark you eventually saw under the lights. At the heart of it all was Kuya Sai Dalanon, who envisioned this story rooted in the "Evolution of Man" long before it reached the stage, trusting the team to carry that vision with heart and fire. With guidance from him and our beloved Ate Steffi Zapanta, what began as an idea slowly became something we could all hold, dance in, and believe in.
The process was never easy, but it was honest. Holding it all together were our dear Officers Dianna Claire, Jon Pierre Baltazar, Lourens Ivan, and Lawrence Ruedas , and the Production Team Ram Wilds, Kyle Jun Glodobe Ramas, and Mathieu Gicale, who translated vision into action. From team photoshoots to prop making, even turning our school lounge into a salon, every detail was pushed forward with heart, because we believed in what we could become, sickening.
This is for the unseen hours, the tired hands, and the people who built this with us. For the sacrifices, our teammates, alumni who continued to support us, and everyone who gave their time and energy. For juggling plates and deadlines alongside training, the laughs shared on mats or concrete sa univille, and the drive that kept us going. For every prayer, every SAFAD YAHMAN, and the family bond we built along the way.
The fire you saw onstage was born in the process. Everything we did was for the love of each other and for the love of cheer. โค๏ธโ๐ฅ
08/02/2026
Let there be sparks. The evolution begins.
Show your wildest roar and witness entry #4 tomorrow, at the USC Downtown Gymnasium
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See you there! SAFAD? Yahman!
02/09/2025
Your SAFAD Shirts are now ready for claiming! ๐บโจ
To claim your orders, kindly message our official page or reach out directly to Jon Pierre Baltazar for the claiming details.
Thank you so much for supporting the SAFAD Cheerios โ see you wearing your Maroon Pride! ๐บ
05/08/2025
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WEAR YOUR MAROON PRIDE! ๐บ
Rep SAFAD and show your spirit loud and proud with our official merch collection ๐ฅ
Orders are open to ALL USC schools โ students, profs, alumni, and even cheer fans from other departments
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30/07/2025
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No shirts for wash days? No problem, we got you!
Rep SAFAD, and show your spirit loud and proud with our official SAFAD merch collection! ๐ฅ
Orders are open to ALL USC schools โ students and alumni alike
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23/07/2025
Not your typical sport. Not your average team.
Need a break from plates? Looking for a sport for this year's USC Days? Maybe this is your sign to try something you never saw coming.
Cheer isnโt just about pom poms and jumps. Itโs about grit, growth, and giving your all. Whether youโve never done a cartwheel or you're just looking for your next big leap, you belong here.
No experience? No problem. All you need is heart, hustle, and the courage to try.
Join the SAFAD Cheerios for CHEER CAMP 2025
๐ SAFAD Student Lounge
๐ August 4โ8, 2025
๐ 10 AM onwards
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See you on the mats!
SAFAD? YAHMAN! ๐บ
Photo credits to Today's Carolinian
27/04/2025
Get ready to meet the heart and soul of our team โ our cheerleaders! Alongside with our lovely coaching staff! ๐ ๐ช๐ผ
๐ธ: Kyle Jun Ramas
Set design: Ram & Mathieu
25/04/2025
SAFAD Cheerios in full action! โค๏ธโ๐ฅ
Some snapshots from our performance during the SAFAD Design Week.
Whatโs your fave stunt so far?
Incase you missed it, The SAFAD Lobby turned into a full-blown gym as the SAFAD Cheerdance Squad brought the HEAT to SDW 2025! ๐ฅ
From stunts to sass, we gave you a performance, with a lilโ face card action on the side.
Big love to everyone who cheered with us, and to those who missed it? Donโt worry, catch the full performance here and witness our performance for the SAFAD Design Week 2025. ๐
24/04/2025
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