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2022-23
TRYOUT INFORMATION

Thank you for your interest in trying out for the 2022-23 Sailors Dance Team! Tryouts will be held on Saturday, June 4.

All dancers trying out must RSVP.

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TRYOUT INFO

Timeline:

Saturday, June 4, 10 am - 2 pm @ SSHS Meek Gym – TRYOUT DAY

  • 10:00 am — Dancers arrive at the High School

  • 10:05 – 10:30 — Long warm-up/stretch

  • 10:30 – 11:00 — Technique across the floor and in the center

    • This portion of the day will be evaluated.

  • 11:00 – 11:45 — Learn a short Pom/Jazz routine

  • 11:45 – 12:15 — Lunch break

  • 12:15 – 1:00 — Learn a short Hip Hop routine

  • 1:00 – 2:00 — Tryout

    • This portion of the day will be evaluated.

    • Dancers will be asked to come into the gym in small groups and perform the Pom/Jazz and Hip Hop routine.

Monday, June 6 – Team announced


Requirements:

  • Attire

    • Form-fitting top and bottoms, hair pulled back off the face (ponytail, or bun). Jazz shoes (socks, if you don’t have jazz shoes) and clean sneakers.

  • Technique and skill requirements

    • Ability to execute the following skills after being shown-

      • Splits (right, left, and center)

      • Grand battements (right and left kicks)

      •  Chainés across the floor

      • Jazz walks across the floor

      • Leaps across the floor

      • Single or double pirouette turns

      • Strong pom arm positions

    • Any other skills you’d like to share with us. (i.e. skills: acro skills, leg hold turns, advanced turn combinations).

    • Pick up quickly and perform dance routines

      • Short Hip Hop routine

      • Short Pom/Jazz routine

    • A positive attitude and a smile! :)


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Tips:

  • Treat the day like an audition.

  • Practice required skills at home before attending tryouts.

  • Arrive early or on time and arrive prepared.

  • Be confident and have fun!


Good Luck and Happy Dancing!

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