The Charlotte Hounds Dance Team is a high-energy dance team that performs at The Charlotte Hounds home games at American Legion Memorial Stadium, and at other events in the communities they serve. The dance team makes appearances and performances throughout the year. The Dance Team entertains crowds and supports the Charlotte Hounds through its appearances at the American Legion Memorial Stadium, business and social events, Charlotte Hounds community functions and other public and private events. All Charlotte Hounds Dance Team members maintain high ethical standards and are actively involved in supporting worthwhile causes in the communities they serve.
Date/Time:
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Registration: 9:00am
Tryouts: 9:30am
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Registration: 9:00am
Tryouts: 9:30am
Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to registration!
Interested candidates only need to attend one tryout session. At each tryout session selections will be made for our final audition which is Wednesday, February 29, 2012 at 8:00pm.
Location:
Championz Cheer & Dance
3744 Pleasant Plains Road
Matthews, NC 28104
Registration Fee:
$35.00
Cash Only
Tryout Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years-of-age and a High School graduate or equivalent by January 29, 2011. There is no maximum age limit.
Must complete a Charlotte Hounds Application and Waiver
Must pay the Registration Fee
Must provide a current dance and professional resume
Must provide one non-returnable headshot (5″x7″ or larger preferred).
Must be available for all phases of the audition process and be prepared to stay as long as necessary (no exceptions!)
Attire for Tryouts:
Half top/sports bra, any color
Briefs/hot shorts, any color
Sheer tights and Dance Sneakers or Jazz Shoes
Performance ready hair and make-up
Audition Process:
A one-minute routine will be taught and performed in small groups in front of a panel of judges
Skills to be tested include: Pirouettes, Leaps, Kicks and Motion technique
Interview
What We Are Looking For:
Showmanship, personality, energy and enthusiasm
Professionalism and maturity
Dancers who are well spoken
Dance technique and style
Consistent positive attitude and Strong teamwork skills
Physical fitness and personal appearance
Ability and desire
Contact:
Stephanie Huffman – Dance Team Coordinator
championzcheeranddance@gmail.com
A little change of pace for the Wings Angels last Saturday as they brought out the Daisy Dukes and cowboy hats.
Also making their debut last Saturday, the Wings Angels new warm-up uniforms which kept the ladies warm on the concourse at half-time while they signed copies of their new team poster.
The last weekend in January the R-Phils Dance Team held their auditions for 2012. The squad is the official dance team for the AA Reading Phillies and under the direction of former Philadelphia Sixers and KiXX Dancer Jenn Caputo-Pietrobone.
After a long two days of choreography and interviews, thirteen dancers and six alternates were chosen.
So, what’s next?
This month the team will be get their photos taken for the team website.
Rehearsals begin in March.
The team will make their debut Thursday, April 5th when the Reading Phillies open the season at home.
And then you can catch the R-Phils Dance Team at every Saturday home game throughout the season.
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 Miami Pro Dance Workshop in Miami, FL on Sunday, February 19, 2012!
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!
** Discount: 15% off early bird registration before February 9!
** Groups: Receive one free admission with the enrollment of two full day admissions
** Refund Policy: In the event of cancellation, all fees will be refunded in full as well as discount to attend future Going Pro event. If attendee withdraws, 75% of registration fees may be refunded through 3 days prior to the event. Registrations are not refundable within 48 hours prior to the event start time.
** Event Tank Top: $26.50, available in sizes Small, Medium, Large. May purchase online to reserve your size, available in limited sizes at the event.
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!
**Aubrey Aquino, NBA Dancer – Sacramento, NFL Cheerleader-Oakland and Arizona, TV Reporter and Host-Miami
**Trisia Brown, NFL Cheerleader – Miami, NFL Pro Bowl Cheerleader, NFL & Pro Bowl Choreographer, Dance Studio Owner-FL
**Susie Garcia, NBA Dancer – Miami, former So You Think You Can Dance finalist
**Gina Francis, NBA Dancer – Miami, former member of Fly Khicks and finalist on MTV’s ABDC
**Latasha Gray, NFL Cheerleader-Miami
LAST 2 DAYS TO SAVE 15% FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION TO MIAMI PRO DANCE ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19!
Where and When
Montgomery County Sports Performance Center
Sunday, February 12th
Registration: 3:30-4:00 p.m.
Auditions: start promptly at 4:00 p.m.
Tryout Info
Participants must be a high school graduate, at least 18 years of age by February 12th, 2012 with a valid photo ID. Girls should wear a form-fitting midriff top, lycra shorts and appropriate footwear. Men should wear a tight fitting t-shirt and appropriate footwear. Tryouts will be judged on stunting and tumbling ability, personality, and appearance. A cheerleading or gymnastic background is preferred but is not required. The open-call audition will be closed to the public.
[Complete Audition Information]
By Elizabeth Nida
The Post-Bulletin
Being a Minnesota Vikings cheerleader has “changed my life,” says a 23-year-old Rochester mother of two.
“Through hard work, I got here,” says Amanda, who asked that her last name not be used, as is the Vikings’ policy. “It was something I always wanted.”
She’s one of two Rochester women who were on the Vikings cheerleading squad this past season. Amanda, a Rochester Community and Technical College graduate who has been on the squad for two seasons, says she plans to try out again in April.
Tami Krause, the head coach and coordinator for the Vikings cheerleaders, says Amanda “sparkles” on field.
“Right away during auditions, she caught our attention because she’s someone who has a great presence about her,” Krause said. “She’s a wonderful performer, very eye-catching.”
Women on the squad generally range in age from 18 to 30. To be selected, cheerleaders must have full-time jobs or be full-time students or mothers. The cheerleaders are paid, as a part-time job, but “we don’t make millions,” said Amanda. About 200 women typically try out for 35 spots on the squad.
Once on the squad, the women practice about 10 hours a week, and 3-mile runs and workouts with personal trainers are routine. Community service and public appearances also are expected.
“It’s not pom poms and red lips and game-day only,” Krause said. “It’s a lot more than that.”
Socializing between cheerleaders and Vikings players is prohibited and it’s spelled out in contract, Krause said. “We like to keep it very professional,” she said. “We tend to have to fight enough stereotypes.”
The rules don’t stop cheerleaders from having favorite players, though. When asked who her favorite Vikings player is, Amanda said, “Obviously, Marcus Sherels,” the Rochester John Marshall standout.
[Vikings Cheerleaders Slideshow]
[Detroit Pride Cheerleaders on Facebook]
By Brittany Penland
The Charlotte Observer
As part of their work with community organizations, two Carolina Panthers cheerleaders helped promote an open house for a new residential foster home Saturday.
The TopCats cheerleaders visited Jyra’s Angels, a foster home in Concord that will open shortly to serve the needs of six teenage girls.
The home was established by Shemeca Dogan to create a positive and healthy lifestyle for young women ages 13 to 18. “It’s a residential foster home, and I want these girls to feel like they are at home,” Dogan said.
The three-bedroom home is decorated with inspiring quotes, flowered shower curtains and purple bedspreads. Dogan said she will begin searching through foster care applications from the N.C. Division of Social Services in the next two weeks to select girls to live there.
At the open house, cheerleaders Jenny, 23, and Kiswuana, 22, (they are contractually forbidden from giving their last names) spoke about being positive role models.
“It’s important to never give up,” said Jenny. “You are going to face hard times, but you have to stay motivated.”
They also spoke about body image and leading a healthy lifestyle. And they signed photographs for $5 each that will benefit Jyra’s Angels.
Their first guests at the open house were members of a youth cheerleading team from Salisbury.
“I’m just looking forward to having fun and learning about cheerleading,” said Chanel McManus, 11.
The team’s cheer coach, Katrina Oliver, said she brought her team to visit the TopCats so they could learn how to follow their dreams. The youth squad also performed two cheers in front of the TopCats.
The open house is one of 150 community appearances the TopCats make throughout the year, said Riley Fields, the Panthers director of community relations.
“Whether it’s making hospital or school visits, supporting community and corporate events or through the TopCats’ own outreach programs, the squad helps the team connect with fans throughout the year,” Fields said.
During football season, the women spend up to 20 hours per week working as TopCats, which includes practicing twice-a-week, attending football games and making appearances – on top of their regular jobs .
“My most memorable event was going to Levine Children’s Hospital during Halloween and dancing for the kids in the lobby,” Jenny said. “I will never forget that.”
During their Jyra’s Angels appearance, TopCats also talked about the Junior TopCats program, which invites 300 girls ages 7-14 from across the Carolinas to team up with the Panthers cheerleaders and participate in three cheer clinics. Participants also can perform a halftime routine during an NFL game.
“I hope our girls at Jyra’s get to participate in things like Junior TopCats,” Dogan said. “I know I’m not going to be their parent, but I want them to be involved in positive activities in the community.”
After a big win in overtime against the Washington Stealth on Saturday, January 21, the Wings paid tribute to our American Heroes by hosting a post-game jersey auction with all the proceeds benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project. The Wings auctioned off the game-worn camo jerseys and raised more than $26,000.
The New York Predators Code Red Dancers are now taking applications from dancers and cheerleaders for our 2012 season! Auditions will be held at the end of February!
Wanna be a part of Code Red but aren’t a dancer or cheerleader? Why not apply to be an Ambassador?!
We are currently seeking ladies for our 2012 Ambassador Team to make appearances throughout the area, mingle with Predators fans at games and other events, and to join the Field Team at charity and community events!
No audition required for Ambassadors!
