Midwest Pro Dance Convention
Are you a current, former or prospective professional dancer or cheerleader? Does your team need fresh choreography? Would you like to meet others in the industry or hear about audition opportunities?
Then get ready for the Midwest Pro Dance Workshop in Kansas City, Missouri on Sunday, January 16, 2011!
AGENDA
** Learn choreography from elite alumni and directors
** Representing the NFL, NBA, AFL, MLS, and MLB
** Get tips from the pros on fitness, nutrition, makeup, attire and more
** Network with other performers from the east coast (and beyond!)
** Receive giveaways from sponsors including attire and cosmetics
COSTS
** Morning (9:00am-12:00pm): $45 Register Now!
** Afternoon (1:00pm-4:00pm): $45 Register Now!
** Full day (9:00am-4:00pm): $79 Register Now!
** Directors: Bring 2 or more squad members and receive complimentary admission.
** Refund Policy: 75% of registration fees may be refunded through January 13.
CHOREOGRAPHERS
Our choreographers are top alumni and directors of dance and cheer teams in the NFL, NBA, AFL, MLB and other sports leagues. They will teach 6 sidelines and 2 routines in length of 45-60 seconds, representing all major sports leagues. Read choreographer bios and view photos here!
**Amber Taylor, Kansas City Royals Game Day Entertainment Choreographer, Kansas City Comets Ashley Worrell MitchellGalaxy Girls Choreographer, Kansas City Wizards Girl MLS Performer, Local studio owner
**Ashley Worrell Mitchell, Author of “Half-time Highlights: A Guide to Dancing in the NFL/NBA,” Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleader, San Antonio Spurs Silver Dancer, Dallas Mavericks Dancer, Kansas City AFL Brigade Girl, Current director of the Missouri Western State University Dance Team, Former local studio owner
**Jenni Hansen of JK Choreography, Lead Choreographer of the Kansas City AFL Brigade Girls, Choreographer for Pitt State, Central Missouri State, Johnson County Community College, and creator of the local hip hop phenomenon Nu Swagger
PRESENTERS
Featuring experts in the area of fitness, hair, makeup, and interview skills.
Tina Pulley, Alumna Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleader and Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleader, Certified Life Coach and creator of Innergize Your Life. Tina will get you smiling from ear to ear as she explains how pro dance is more than just performing, but more importantly “innergizes” the team’s audience and fan base, and at the same time lifts your spirits as an individual.
Michele Gregor, 3-year Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleader, Fitness and Nutrition Coach for the Kansas City Chiefs, Figure/Bikini Competitor, Full-time Occupational Therapist, Certified Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer. Michele Michele Gregorwill take the group through a fun and life-changing workout, plus answer questions about getting in pro shape!
Melissa Blayton, the official Make-up Artist for the Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleaders. Melissa specializes in the application and training of make-up for HDTV, print work, editorials, and commercials. She can create the perfect look for an entire team or your specific audition. www.melissablayton.com
LOCATION
Stars Unlimited Dance Studio
6602 Royal, Suite D, Pleasant Valley, Mo. 64068 – near Liberty, Missouri off of I-35
WAIVER FORM
A liability and image release form is required and will be emailed to you upon registration. Please bring it with you to the event. Participants ages 16-17 must have authorization by a parent or guardian.
