West Forsyth Dance Team Information

1) What does it take to be a member of Dance Team? Enthusiasm Dance Technique Loyalty Work Ethic Physical Fitness School Pride Dedication Positive Attitude

2) How do try-outs work? *Monday: Dance Team Paperwork is due (Athletic Packet must already be turned in), warm up, go over skills (Splits, Turns, Kicks, Leaps, Russians, Fouettes), begin learning routines *Tuesday: We will meet in the dance room today. Check in, Across the floor, continue learning routines *Wednesday: Check in, Mock Try-Out, you must stay the entire time *Thursday: Check in, Try-Outs, you may leave after you dance *You will be evaluated on your correct execution of technique and choreography and performance quality *This will be a closed try-out.

3) What should I wear to try-outs? *No loose or baggy clothing *No midriffs (no stomach can show) *Select something that is comfortable and compliments your skin tone and figure *Prefer sports bra/leotard with a tank top and black jazz pants *If shorts are worn, you must have on tights *Shoes suitable for dance (jazz shoes, jazz sneakers or sneakers- no dance paws) *No jewelry *Hair must be pulled up into a ponytail, away from your face *If you are not properly dressed you will not be allowed to practice

4) What should I bring? *No food or soda is allowed in the gym. *Bottled water is acceptable. *First day the dance team paperwork is required. *A small sweat towel is optional. *Your number that will be issued day one. You are responsible for the number for all audition days. If lost, points will be deducted from the final score.

*Paperwork: To Mrs. Casey: Current physical on WSFCS form, WSFCS High School Athletic Participation Form (insurance portion must be completed), photocopy of birth certificate (Due: May 12)

To Mrs. Brann: Last page of the constitution signed, Dance Team Application *All these can be found on the West Forsyth Dance Team’s website.

Please feel free to email or call with any questions. You will do great!  -Coach Brann [email protected]