Maryland Lady Maniacs

I can’t be everywhere. So back on May 8th while I was covering another event, I had our latest contributor, Randy, visit the Cole Fieldhouse at the University of Maryland, College Park. That night the IFL Maryland Maniacs hosted the Richmond Revolution. Here are some of Randy’s photos of the Maniacs Dance Team, the Lady Maniacs.

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The Lady Maniacs are under the direction of Charita White. Charita served in Iraq with the Army Reserves, works for the Pentagon and is a member of an NFL promotional squad.

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Maryland Maniacs Dancers Auditions

maniacsWant to become a Maryland Maniacs Dancer?
Dance Auditions are almost here!

The Maryland Maniacs (www.marylandmaniacs.com) will be having auditions for the 2010 dance team! Home games will be played at University of Maryland’s Cole Field House and dance practices are held in Greenbelt, MD at our sponsor gym. The Maniacs Dance Program is looking to having an exciting and action packed year!

R U A Maniac?!

Dates: Saturday, February 13, 2010 and Sunday, February 14, 2010
Time : 12 pm – 4 pm
Location: Gold’s Gym 6222 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770
Cost: $20*

Audition Attire:
Form fitting crop top (No T-shirts)
Dance trunks, Dance Shorts or Cheer Shorts (No full length or capri pants)
Jazz Shoes / Dance Sneakers / Dance Boots
Hair & Make-up should be performance ready!

We are having a workshop to prepare dancers for our auditions!!

Workshop Information:

When: Sunday February 7th, 2010 (12:00 pm Registration)

Where: Gold’s Gym, 6222 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770

Cost: $15

Learn from the best – Maniacs Choreographer Jeremy McShan

Includes: free-style practice, technique improvement, choreography, and helpful information on how to make the team

*Audition fee waived for those who attend the dance workshop!*

To pre-register, please visit our website: www.marylandmaniacs.com. For additional info, email us at danceteam@marylandmaniacs.com.

Maryland Maniacs Dance Team Auditions

Is DANCING your passion?? Do you love performing for a crowd?? Are you a Maniac??!!

If you answered yes, come out and audition to join the hottest Indoor Football organization in the DC/Baltimore Metro Area!!The Maryland Maniacs, members of the elite Indoor Football League (IFL) are holding 2010 dance team auditions in January 2010!

Maniac Dancers will perform at all home Maryland Maniacs games and appear at events in and outside of the DMV Area.

Audition Information:

When: Saturday January 23rd, 2010 (1:00 pm Registration, 2:00pm: Auditions Start)

Sunday January 24th, 2010 (1:00 pm, Finalists)

Where: Gold’s Gym, 6222 Greenbelt Road, Greenbelt, MD 20770 (301) 982-6700

****$15.00 Registration fee. Cash/Money Order Only!!!!!!!****

What we’re looking for:

Showmanship, personality, energy, and enthusiasm!

Professionalism and maturity

Well-spoken dancers to represent the Maryland Maniacs

Dance technique and style

Consistent positive attitude

Strong teamwork skills

Physical fitness and personal appearance

Ability and desire to commit for ONE FULL YEAR

**All participants must be able to pick up on Jazz, Hip Hop and Contemporary dance choreography at an advanced pace**

Attire:

Dance or athletic half-top (stomach must be showing)

Hot pants, dance trunks, or shorts (no full or capri length pants)

Dance sneakers, tennis shoes, or jazz shoes with non-marking soles

Requirements:

Must have a full/part time Job or attend college full/part time

18 Years of Age by January 2010 (NO EXCEPTIONS)

Reliable Transportation

Must attend all practices (Mon & Wed evenings and Saturdays), all home games, and community/charitable appearances

For more information on our dance team and the Maryland Maniacs Organization, please visit our website at: www.marylandmaniacs.com or email the Director at mdmaniacs.dancedirector@gmail.com.

We’ll see you there!