Official Richmond Lady Raiders Audition Prep Classes
The first hour will be like a standard dance class including a stretch, technique like skill progression, pirouette turns, high kicks, walks and a fun pro style dance combination. The second hour will concentrate more on the dance style and specific topic such as communication, fitness, attire, professionalism, and other aspects of auditions. All classes include the opportunity for questions and answers with the Lady Raiders director.
No dance experience is too much or too little – you have to start somewhere! Even the best dancers benefit from these classes to study the performance style of the Lady Raiders, NFL, NBA and other pro level dance and cheer teams.
Class is led by Laura Eilers, director and choreographer of the Lady Raiders Dance & Cheer Team, alumni St Louis Rams and Kansas City Chiefs Cheerleader, choreographer for University of Richmond SpinURs, the Science Cheerleaders, the Portsmouth Cavaliers ABA Dance Team, owner of Going Pro Entertainment, LLC, certified personal trainer & fitness instructor.
Attendees should be age 16 or older. Those auditioning for the Lady Raiders must be age 18 or older by August 15, 2012.
Facility is carpeted, so please wear soft sole shoes or you may dance barefoot. Dress in comfortable fitness / dance attire that allows you to move and have fun!
No food or liquids are allowed in the facility.
Attire is dance, cheer, fitness wear. Facility is carpeted, please wear soft sole dance shoes or may dance in socks or barefoot. It is recommended you practice correct audition attire and hair/makeup style during these classes.
Specific classes will focus on the following:
May 6 – Fitness and nutrition, Performance skills
May 20 – Makeup, hair, eyelash application
June 3 – Attire and communication
June 17 – Fitness and nutrition, Performance skills
July 1 – Communication, professionalism, goal setting
July 18 – Mock auditions with feedback
