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Dance Team Auditions

2011-2012 APPLICATION FORMS

2011-2012 Application
Audition Requirements
Release Agreement

General Information

The Cal Dance Team is an organization of young women that uniquely combines elements of dance and songleading into dynamic performances for Cal athletics, campus, alumni and community events.

The Cal Dance team currently functions under the direction of an advisor and coach. Physical and medical support is available through the Cal athletic department.

All current squad members must tryout for each successive year in which they wish to participate. A squad of no more than 20 members will be selected for each season.

There are no fees required to participate on the Cal Dance team, however you will need to provide your own make-up, hair products, and stockings. Uniforms, travel and other approved budgetary items are covered by the Athletic Department.

Each member of the squad will receive 2 home football and men's basketball tickets. Tickets to other contests, i.e., bowl games, NCAA tournament and Pac-10 tournaments will be issued at the discretion of the Athletic Department. This is subject to change.

In order to audition for the Dance Team you must fill out and bring with you a "Health History Form for New Athletes" which is located on the following web site: http://uhs.berkeley.edu/students/athletics/index.shtml, and proof that you have had a physical in the last six months. You can go to the University Health Services web site to obtain these forms. Also a Release Waiver which will be handed out at the General Meeting. You may not participate in any workshop/audition without these completed forms.

Football Season

Performs a more traditional songleading style of dance and performed to band music.

Performs short game action cheers or chants lead by the Mic Men but the squad itself does not lead cheers. The squad does not stunt; however, we welcome those who can tumble.

Basketball Season

Perform routines choreographed to band music during time-outs of basketball games.

Perform halftime routines (of various styles) to taped music during basketball games.

Perform short game action cheers or chants lead by the Mic Men but the squad itself does not lead cheers. The squad does not stunt; however, we welcome those who can tumble.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): all practices and conditioning during the year, summer practices, Friday noon rallies, football, volleyball, men's & women's basketball games, alumni and community events, Cal Spirit events and fundraising. Some events can occur after the basketball season ends, which you will be required to attend.

You will be required to carefully read and sign the Cal Dance Team constitution, code of conduct and travel policies, which states guidelines for all members of the team.

You will be required to return to Berkeley Monday, July 25, to begin rehearsals.

Audition Information

General Meeting Tuesday, April 5, 6pm, Club Room Haas Pavilion

Required Forms

Health History form for New Athletes
2011-2012 Application
Release Agreement
Transcripts

Auditions

Sunday, April 10, 11am (registration begins at 10:30pm) Haas Pavilion, Newell Court

Mandatory Workshop

Wednesday, April 6, 7:30pm-10:30pm, Newell Court, Haas Pavilion
Thursday, April 7, 7:30pm-10:30pm, Newell Court, Haas Pavilion

Dance Requirement

You must be able to perform the following:

1. Toe touch
2. 3 different leaps (one must be an a 'la seconde/Russion split leap)
3. Triple pirouette landing in long 4th position
4. Pique turns in a square
5. 3 foutette' pirouettes, with the 4th being a double pirouette

Proper Attire

We suggest dance pants, form-fitting top that covers your stomach, dance shoes or sneakers. No t-shirts, baggy pants, or sweats will be acceptable. There are no body type requirements but because judges will be looking to evaluate body lines/motions, loose clothing is a hindrance and disadvantage.

Proper Make-Up/Hair

Judges are expecting to see participants that are "uniform ready." Please wear your hair and make-up as you would for a performance. We want to see eyes and red lips. No pony tails or buns. Wear your hair half-up/half-down and out of your face. Points will be deducted if proper attire, hair and make-up guidelines are not followed.

What to bring

1. Completed application and transcript
2. Photo
3. Food and Water
4. Towel
5. Make-up and hairspray to touch up throughout the day
6. Do not wear watches, rings or jewelry other than stud/post earrings

Cal Dance Team Schedule

Practices

Summer: Monday through Friday 2:00pm - 5:00pm & 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Fall: Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Spring: Tuesday & Wednesday 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Note: Times vary depending on the facility

Football Season

Rallies: Friday's at noon for a half-hour on upper Sproul for all home football games. Call time: 11:30am
Homecoming Rally - Friday evening prior to Homecoming game
Bonfire Rally - Friday evening prior to Big Game
Games: Saturday arrive 3 hours prior to start of game. Perform at March to Victory and pre-game rally on Upper Sproul, march with the Band to Memorial Stadium stopping at Maxwell Field to perform at FunZone.
Travel: For away football games, you will leave Friday afternoon and return Saturday evening after the game.
Big Game Week: Perform at several community and alumni events beginning on the previous Sunday through the following Sunday or Monday, if the Bears win.
Bowl Game: Bowl games are usually held between December 26th and January 1st. All Dance Team members are required to be available.

Volleyball

Games: Perform at some home volleyball matches. Matches begin at 7:30pm.
Post Season: Participation is mandatory if the Volleyball Team hosts the NCAA Playoffs at home or advances to the Final Four.

Basketball

Games: Pre-season games are played on various days of the week. Pac-10 games are played on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Travel: Post-Season Pac-10 Tournament and NCAA/NIT Tournament in March. Men's & Women's Pac-10 Tournament is scheduled for the second week in March. It is located in Los Angeles

Winter Break & Spring Break

Cal Dance Team members must be available during Winter Break and Spring Break for basketball games.

Other

Cal Dance Team must be available for numerous alumni, community, campus and fundraising events that occur sporadically throughout the year. Also, other public appearances are sometimes requested and each member is required to attend. Events and appearance requests may occur past the basketball season, which you will be required to attend.

Please note that the schedules shown are estimates based upon previous year's schedules.
The schedule may vary from year to year.