Ultimate Cheerleaders

The Los Angeles Rams are hosting cheerleader auditions for the 2020 season starting Sunday, March 22.  The Rams cheerleaders will not only perform at home games at the new SoFi Stadium but will also participate in a variety of public appearances, events and community service initiatives across the Los Angeles region, nationally and internationally throughout the year.

Candidates who are interested in auditioning must be 18 or older by March 22 and must register online by Friday, March 20. Walk-up registration is not available.

For more information or to register, please click here.

In preparation for these auditions, the Los Angeles Rams Cheerleaders are hosting two voluntary workshops prior to auditions at 24 Hour Fitness locations in Yorba Linda on March 14 from 1-4 PM and in Woodland Hills on March 15 from 1-4 PM.  Each workshop includes more than one hour of dance led by Choreographer JOHN PETERS, followed by apresentation and Q & A session with the Rams Cheerleading Director KEELY FIMBRES.  Workshops cost $40.00 per person and have limited availability.

Auditions Schedule

Are you ready for auditions? Prep Classes are the best way to prepare for auditions and grant the opportunity to learn different styles of dance while training with professional instructors. Click here to learn more about our amazing Prep Classes!

All of the preliminary audition rounds and finalist rehearsals will be held at FedExField: 1600 FedEx Way, Landover, MD 20785.

All preliminary audition rounds and finalist rehearsals are CLOSED to the public.

Friday, March 27: Interviews
6:00 PM | Registration begins
7:00 PM | Interviews begin

Saturday, March 28: Preliminary & Quarterfinal rounds
Two (2) rounds of cuts will be made during this period.
8:00 AM | Check in begins
8:45 AM | Welcome (everyone must be checked in by this time)
9:00 AM | Preliminary Auditions: Freestyle & Technique
11:00 AM | Preliminary Auditions End
11:30 AM | Quarterfinalists Announced
12:00 PM | Quarterfinalists Learn Routine & Kickline for Semifinal Round
1:30 PM | Break
2:00 PM | Quarterfinalist Dance Performance
4:30 PM | End of Auditions
5:00 PM | Semifinalists Announced

Sunday, March 29: Semifinal Round
Several rounds of cuts will be made during this time.
10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Semifinalists Rehearsal

Monday, March 30: Finalists Photo & Video Shoot
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM | Swimwear and Uniform Photo and Video Shoots

Finalists Rehearsals and Interviews
All Rehearsals and Interviews are from 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday, March 31
Wednesday, April 1
Thursday, April 2
Friday, April 3
Monday, April 6
Tuesday, April 7
Wednesday, April 8

Friday, April 9: Final Auditions
The 2019 Washington Redskins Cheerleaders will be announced at the completion of Final Auditions. Final Auditions will be OPEN to the public.
Final Audition Location & Time are TBD.

Monday, April 13: Squad Meeting
6:30 PM – 10:30 PM | Mandatory

Those from out of town will need to relocate immediately.

Other Important Dates:

Rookie Rehearsals
Tuesday, April 14

Team Rehearsals
Thursday, April 16
Tuesday, April 21
Wednesday, April 22

Cheerleader Audition Photos and Videos
The cheerleaders typically perform at Redskins Draft Fest the week of April 25, 2019. The team will travel for the 2019 – 2020 Calendar shoot in late May/early June.

Click here for more information or to register for auditions.

In this week’s episode, Mhkeeba shares her favorite pieces of advice from past guests of the podcast on pro cheerleading auditions and what teams are looking for in a professional cheerleader.  The past guests include Michelle Burch – Performance Teams Manager for the Portland Trail Blazers, Derric Whitfield – Senior Director of Dance Teams for the Washington Wizards, Michelle Vaughn – NBA/NFL Choreographer, Patrisha Yabes – Former Golden State Warriors Dancer and Los Angeles Charger Girl, GeNienne Samuels – President & CEO of Sideline Prep, and Candess Carroll – Washington Redskins Cheerleader, NFL Pro Bowl Cheerleader & Captain. Each segment covers various topics from learning choreography quickly, what judges are looking for beyond dancing and how to handle the experience of being cut during auditions.

During Cheer Chat, Mhkeeba discusses the only male member of the Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders, Kyle Tanguay, who auditioned on American Idol and made it to the Hollywood round and the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders recent UNIR dance showcase featuring pro, college and youth dancers and cheerleaders from South Florida.

Click here to listen to the podcast.

Editor’s note: The 2020 audition season is right around the corner and The Line Up, a longtime sponsor of this blog, has introduced their 2020 Audition Apparel Collections for aspiring professional cheerleaders and dancers. 
 

Posted by Abby on Feb 25, 2020
 

Audition season has arrived! and we’re kicking it off in style, with 6 new collections of tryout apparel!  From edgy to girly, there’s a mixture of looks to match any one’s style. 

Layered Collection

Add dimension with sheer mesh overlays, insets, and wraps!

Shop the Layered Collection >

Luminous Collection

Feminine meets glam: shine bright in the prettiest floral details and accents of bling.

Shop the Luminous Collection  >

All Black Collection

Does your team require an all-black audition outfit? Flattering style lines, textured mesh, and rhinestones make an all-black outfit anything but boring. 

Shop the All Black Collection >

Moto Collection

Add edge to a femme fit with a mix of textures, faux leather, metallic accents, and sharp cutouts.

Shop the Moto Collection >

Strappy Collection

Wrap it up with the prettiest cross strap details!

Shop the Strappy Collection >

On Court Collection

Represent your team in these sporty, athletic looks! Customizable team colors, jersey looks, and sporty stripes.

Shop the On Court Collection >

Gaga Ombre Collection

Gaga – it’s sequin fabric that can be custom printed with your choice of colors!  Add some dimension to your bling with a subtle color fade.

Shop the Gaga Ombre Collection >

To see more The Line Up designs, please click here.

Join the First Ladies of Football to prepare for auditions through our amazing Prep Classes!

Prep Classes are a great way to meet outgoing people and work on fitness and dance. Classes grant the opportunity to learn different styles of dance while training with professional instructors. Select classes open with workout or dance technique sessions or guest speakers specializing in fitness, nutrition, marketing, and teamwork.

Classes are designed to give you the best preparation possible for the auditions process!

 
Prep Classes are from 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM on the following dates:
Tuesday, March 3
Thursday, March 5
Tuesday, March 10
Wednesday, March 11
Tuesday, March 17
Wednesday, March 18
Tuesday, March 24
Thursday, March 26

Registration Fees
Full 10-Class Package: $300.00 when registered by Friday, February 28.
Three Day Series Package (Tuesday – Thursday): $100 each package
March 10 – March 12
March 18 – March 20

  • Tuesday and Wednesday prep classes that full under the Three Day Series Package (March 10 -11 and March 18-19) are available for individual purchase at $40 each. Walk-up registrations accepted on Tuesday and Wednesday of series.
  • Thursday prep classes that fall under the Three Day Series Package (March 12th and March 20th) are not available for individual purchase.

Single Class: $40.00 each. Walk-up registrations are accepted.
The Audition Application Fee ($60) will be waived if you participate in one (1) or more Prep Classes. (Playbook Workshop excluded)

Saturday, March 14: Playbook Workshop
Guest Speaker & Vendor Showcase
Price: $40.00

Click here to register for prep classes and/or the Playbook Workshop!

 

Get prepared for the 2020 Seahawks Dancers Auditions by attending one (or all four!) of our 90-minute workshops. Brush up on your technique, learn choreography, plus get tips and tricks to help make a lasting impression. All workshops will be located at the Kelsey Creek LA Fitness in Bellevue, WA from 1PM-3PM.

Jazz/Pom Workshop Dates:
Saturday, February 29 | Saturday, March 14
*OPEN AUDITION: Saturday, March 21, 2020

Hip/Hop Workshop Dates:
Sunday, March 1st | Sunday, March 15th
OPEN AUDITION: Sunday, March 22, 2020

Click here for more information or to register for classes.