Cheer, Dance Team Tryout Information
3/29/2018 8:24:00 AM | Cheer Squad
Cheer Tryout Forms (Waiver | Questionnaire) - PDFs
This month the UNI spirit squads will be hosting tryouts.
The UNI cheer team will host tryouts Sat., April 7, beginning at 8 a.m. in the West Gym.
The dance team will host tryouts April 20-22 also in the West Gym.
Below is information regarding both tryout opportunities.
Cheer
Tryouts will conclude based on the number of applications that we receive. The final cut will go into the evening after the lunch break. There will be a mandatory meeting to conclude after the final cut has been made.
Having trouble finding West Gym? Click HERE for a link to the Campus Map.
General Cheer Tryout Checklist:
What to Expect:
The UNI Cheer Tryout is a day long process. Down below you can find information on what to expect on tryout day. However, the timeline for each event will depend on how many participants show up.
Saturday, April 7:
The schedule above is subject to change and is TENTATIVE. There is no ending time. We will try to be as efficient as possible, however we do not want to rush the individuals who are participating in the tryout.
You can expect to be evaluated on the following: UNI Fight Song, one cheer (taught in the morning), standing tumbling, running tumbling, and stunting. Please note, you will also be evaluated on your overall appearance which includes: game day readiness, attitude, willingness to learn, etc.
Video Tryout Submissions:
If you are unable to make the tryout, please contact Maddie Allen-Kasten at madeline.allen@uni.edu
If you have any questions, please email Maddie Allen-Kasten at madeline.allen@uni.edu
Dance
UNI Dance Team Tryouts
April 20-22 | West Gym
Audition for the 2018-2019 UNI Dance Team! Become a part of the spirit squads and the game day experience. The dance team performs at every home football, men's basketball, and women's basketball games in addition to community events and appearances. You can find necessary forms here.
When:
Friday, April 20, 6:00-9:00 pm
Saturday, April 21 8:00-11:00 am & 12:00-4:00 pm
Sunday, April 22, 8:00 am
What to Bring:
Completed Tryout Application - Tryout Form (PDF)
Completed Medical Release & Medical Form
Student ID or Acceptance Letter
Recent Physical (within the last 6 months)
Recent Headshot (does not need to be professional)
Skills & Technique:
Right & Left Pirouettes
Turns in Second (2 counts of 8)
Changing Spot Turns in Second
Toe Touch & Disc
Center Leap & Right Straight Leap
Leg Hold Turn & Calypso
Extra Skills: Headspring, kip up, aerial
This month the UNI spirit squads will be hosting tryouts.
The UNI cheer team will host tryouts Sat., April 7, beginning at 8 a.m. in the West Gym.
The dance team will host tryouts April 20-22 also in the West Gym.
Below is information regarding both tryout opportunities.
Cheer
Tryouts will conclude based on the number of applications that we receive. The final cut will go into the evening after the lunch break. There will be a mandatory meeting to conclude after the final cut has been made.
Having trouble finding West Gym? Click HERE for a link to the Campus Map.
General Cheer Tryout Checklist:
- Tryout Information and Questionnaire
- Tryout Waiver
- Please wear UNI (Purple & Gold)/Neutral (Black, Grey, White) Colors
- Hair must be Half-Up or Up in Full (bows are optional)
- Natural makeup (optional)
- Cheer shoes/running shoes
- Light snack
- Water bottle
- Bagged lunch or money for the lunch break
- Learn the Fight Song lyrics! Click HERE for link! (Optional, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
- Learn the Fight Song motions! Click HERE for link! (Optional, HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
What to Expect:
The UNI Cheer Tryout is a day long process. Down below you can find information on what to expect on tryout day. However, the timeline for each event will depend on how many participants show up.
Saturday, April 7:
- Meet in West Gym
- Learn and review UNI Fight Song
- Learn one cheer
- Brief open gym time (will be explained on the day of tryouts)
- First round cuts
- Lunch break
- Stunting warm-ups and open gym
- Final cuts (Final cut events TBD)
- Mandatory meeting for 2018-2019 UNI Cheer Squad.
The schedule above is subject to change and is TENTATIVE. There is no ending time. We will try to be as efficient as possible, however we do not want to rush the individuals who are participating in the tryout.
You can expect to be evaluated on the following: UNI Fight Song, one cheer (taught in the morning), standing tumbling, running tumbling, and stunting. Please note, you will also be evaluated on your overall appearance which includes: game day readiness, attitude, willingness to learn, etc.
Video Tryout Submissions:
If you are unable to make the tryout, please contact Maddie Allen-Kasten at madeline.allen@uni.edu
If you have any questions, please email Maddie Allen-Kasten at madeline.allen@uni.edu
Dance
UNI Dance Team Tryouts
April 20-22 | West Gym
Audition for the 2018-2019 UNI Dance Team! Become a part of the spirit squads and the game day experience. The dance team performs at every home football, men's basketball, and women's basketball games in addition to community events and appearances. You can find necessary forms here.
When:
Friday, April 20, 6:00-9:00 pm
Saturday, April 21 8:00-11:00 am & 12:00-4:00 pm
Sunday, April 22, 8:00 am
What to Bring:
Completed Tryout Application - Tryout Form (PDF)
Completed Medical Release & Medical Form
Student ID or Acceptance Letter
Recent Physical (within the last 6 months)
Recent Headshot (does not need to be professional)
Skills & Technique:
Right & Left Pirouettes
Turns in Second (2 counts of 8)
Changing Spot Turns in Second
Toe Touch & Disc
Center Leap & Right Straight Leap
Leg Hold Turn & Calypso
Extra Skills: Headspring, kip up, aerial
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