2023-24 SSHS Sailors Dance Team Tryouts

Please watch the recorded Callout Meeting video or read through the Information Packet before registering. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE!

TRYOUT DAY:

Tuesday, May 16, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm @ SSHS Meek Gym 

• Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to grab an audition number and begin warming up. 
• 4:30 pm — Tryouts begin
• 4:30 – 5:00 — Warm-up/stretch               
  • 5:00 - 5:45 — Technique across the floor and in the center (This portion of the tryout will be evaluated.)
  • 5:45 - 6:30 — Learn a short routine
  • 6:30 - 6:45  — Break and review
  • 6:45 - 7:30 — Tryout
  • Dancers will be asked to come into the gym in small groups and perform the learned routine.

      

Wednesday, May 17 – 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 pom/hip hop 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!