2013 EDMONTON ESKIMO CHEER TEAM TRYOUTS

GENERAL INFORMATION:

• Final Auditions will be held on Sunday, March 10, 2013
• Applications will be accepted now through registration in March
• To pre-register, please mail the registration form along with a full length photo of yourself to the address on form with $25 tryout fee payable to Edmonton Eskimo Football Club. (This is a non-refundable fee)
• Photo must be full length shot in practice attire - ½ top and short (photos may not be returned).
• Applicants not pre-registered need to bring a completed application form, fee and photo to registration on the    first day of auditions. Blank application forms will be available at registration or from this website.
• The training portion of the audition process is CLOSED to the public.
• The workshops and auditions will be challenging, so please bring your own snacks and drinks.
• Mirrors, restrooms and outlets will be available for your convenience and use

2013 EDMONTON ESKIMO CHEER TEAM REGISTRATION FORM
 
Audition Info: dianne.greenough@esks.com
 
 
WHAT TO WEAR:

• Half top and short.
• Dance shoes or Stunt shoes (runners, jazz shoes).  
• Wear your hair in a fashion that compliments your features and does not hide your face.
• The judges will rate you on and dance or stunt ability, poise, smile, personality, energy, fitness and overall impression.

OVERVIEW OF THE AUDITION PROCESS

1. OPTIONAL STUNT WORKSHOP- $15 fee

Date: Monday, February 4, 2013
Time- 8:00-10:00PM
Location: Perfect Storm Athletics 18536-111 Avenue
Open to all potential Eskimo Cheerleaders interested in Stunt team. You will learn stunts that are required for tryouts and get personalized stunt training to prepare you for actual audition. As well you can test your fitness level and work on cheer and jumps.


2. OPTIONAL DANCE WORKSHOP- $15 fee

Date - Monday, February 11, 2013
Time- 8:00-10:00PM Perfect Storm Athletics 18536-111 Avenue
Open to all potential Eskimo Cheerleaders who are considering dance team. You will learn a new dance that may be part of  the 2013 repertoire as well as test your fitness level and jump/cheer abilities.


FINAL AUDITIONS

STUNT TEAM: Audition fee $25
Dates: Monday, February 18  8-10PM   Monday, March 4 8-10PM and Sunday, March 10 all day
Location: Perfect Storm Athletics 18536-111 Avenue

DANCE TEAM: Audition fee $25
Date: Monday Feb 25, 8-10PM  Wednesday, March 6, 8-10PM  and  Sunday, March 10 all day
Location: Perfect Storm Athletics 18536-111 Avenue

DANCE TEAM INTERVIEWS:
Location: Perfect Storm Athletics
Date: Sunday March 10, 2013
Time: 10:00AM-12:00noon
Dress: Business Attire


FINAL POSTING FOR DANCERS

Final Auditions:
Location:   Perfect Storm Athletics                 
Date: SUNDAY, MARCH 10 2013
Time: 1:00 PM
Perform 2 dances
Open to the Public — the final phase of the dance auditions will take place in front of an audience and media.


FINAL POSTING FOR STUNTERS:

Location: Perfect Storm Athletics
Date: SUNDAY, MARCH 10, 2013
Time: 1:00 PM

SUCCESSFUL TEAM MEMBERS INFORMATION- 1st practice Monday March 11


BASIC INFORMATION

• All official uniform wear and practice wear is provided including 5 uniforms, practice attire, track suit, fleece jacket, winter coat, shoes, sox and additional sportswear.
• Cheerleaders are responsible for cleaning and maintaining their uniforms, poms, warm-ups and practice wear.
• Cheerleaders must pay for lost or damaged uniforms.  
• All Edmonton Eskimo uniforms must be turned in by December 3, 2013
• Candidates are expected to have knowledge of the game of football and an exam will be part of the training process.

PRACTICES

• Twice per week on Monday evenings and Sunday (for months of May & June).
• Members missing practice jeopardize their opportunity to perform. Repeated absences will result in removal from the team.
• Team members are expected to maintain top physical condition by working out at local gym clubs and fitness center in their spare time.
• If you cannot attend all rehearsals and games do not consider auditioning.  
• Football game schedules are available on March 1 at the Eskimo office to confirm.  

COMPENSATION

 This is a volunteer job but all members may receive these and many more items:

• 12-month pass to the World Heath Club.
• 12-month unlimited tanning pass to Planet Beach.
• food and drinks every home game.
• 2 season tickets to Edmonton Eskimo games.
• Travel to away games selected each season.
• Over $1000 in clothing, accessories, luggage, shoes, make-up, hair products
• Trip to Grey Cup.
• Hair done for all games & photo shoots by Mousy Browns
• Travel to US Pro Dance Workshop for Dance Team and a US Stunt Camp for Stunt Team.
• The opportunity to perform at over 200 promotions as well as 10 home games.
• Numerous photo opportunities- calendar, posters, playing cards commercials, model opportunities etc.
• Make-up – major discount  
• Cheer team trainer, massage therapist and chiropractor for your use.
• Boots and runners from Skechers