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!