When it comes to dancing and cheerleading, going pro is a big deal. After years of training and dedication, being accepted on a professional dancing or cheering association is the best reward for all your hard work and effort. Unfortunately, not every dancer will wind up with a spot on the team of their dreams. Simply trying out doesn’t guarantee you have what it takes. The key to a successful audition is standing out from the rest. At the end of the day when it’s time to make the final cut, you want the judges to remember your face, and in a positive way. Put on your dance shoes and go pro with this great audition and try out tips.

Get Some Rest

You may be wondering why this is the very first tip for those who want to make a career out of their passion for dancing and cheering. Even the best candidate for the team will perform poorly if they are not well rested. The day before try outs, make sure you get enough sleep. The last thing you want for your 5 minutes of fame is to look tired and worn out. Wait till you’ve made the team to start celebrating.

Eat Right

Eating right ranks right up there with getting a good nights sleep. The food you eat will be reflected in you’re appearance as well as your actions. Eating a lot of junk food will leave you’re body tired, bloated, and less than ready for the best. Once you’ve secured an audition time, start making sure your diet is something you could be proud of. Stock pile your fridge with fruit and veggies, whole grains, lean meats, and tons of water. Following a healthy diet will have you looking and feeling your best.

Primp

Before you think about leaving your home for tryouts, make sure you’re primped and groomed better than you ever have. While they will be looking for skill, there is no doubt that when it comes to professional dance and cheer teams, looks matter. Some individuals even suggest getting your hair and makeup styled professionally. Looking the part is often half the battle, so get put on the makeup, polish those nails, tan, and get your hair styled. Make sure whatever hair style and makeup you choose can handle the physical exertion you will need to put out during tryouts.

Do Your Homework

Find out what will be included in the try out and be sure to practice and brush up on those skills. Being ill prepared will not only decrease your chances at getting one step closer to your dreams, but it will also automatically look bad regardless of how well you perform. Judges want to see a girl thats ready to take the stage and knows what is needed from her, not someone who just rolled out of bed in time for try outs without a care in the world.

Be Confident

As with anything in life, confidence is key to getting the spot you want. Judges will choose girls who can work a crowd and in order to do that you need to be confident in your self. Smile and take center stage like you belong there. Never waver. If you do miss a step or word during your performance go on without a second thought. Don’t let a small mistake ruin your performance. Stand tall and cheer with purpose and you should have no problem showing the panel just how important you can be to their team.

Posted by Zoov on 13 May 2008 07:31 am
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