2022 NFL San Francisco 49ers Cheerleaders Audition Announcement

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Auditions are fast approaching! I'm sure you're excited to become part of an NFL pro cheerleading/dance team. Is it the San Francisco 49ers Cheerleaders? Because they've already released this year's audition details. Here's what you need to know about the auditions and getting yourself prepared!

Audition Rounds and Other Details

Check out the team’s audition dates here: 

  •  Online application - must be completed by May 1, Sunday.
  •  Instructions and video submission - instructions will be emailed to you including a link to choreography and music download on May 2, Monday. You are required to submit a video and perform your choreography with music.
  •  Submission deadline - The audition video must be submitted on May 9, Monday.
  •  Finalist announcement - You will be receiving an email with the audition result.
  •  Finals week - On May 23, 25, and 26, prep classes, interviews, and dance finals will take place.

Please visit the San Francisco 49ers Cheerleaders audition page for the full details and a link to the audition application.

Qualifications and What the Judges Look for

The San Francisco 49ers Cheerleaders are looking for applicants who are at least 18 years old by May 15. Note that there’s no maximum age limit. Furthermore, the team expects everyone to have flexible schedules and a means of transportation. The judges will be looking at your dance ability, showmanship, and crowd appeal.

Audition Attire

No details have been released regarding what to wear for the audition. However, during past auditions, participants wore half tops and briefs with flesh-colored hosiery. Please feel free to contact the Gold Rush staff for questions on attire at [email protected] or (650) 336-1100.

Available Workshops

Photo credit: Gold Rush (Instagram)

If you’re interested in signing up for a virtual audition workshop, the Gold Rush is offering one on April 28th, Thursday, via Zoom. The workshop costs $30 and it includes a dance portion, audition advice, and a Q&A session. You’ll also be able to meet current team members! Please click here to purchase your online ticket.

About the NFL San Francisco 49ers Cheerleaders

The 49ers cheerleaders have been popularly known as the “Gold Rush” for over 39 years. As one of the best performance groups in the NFL, the Gold Rush appears on national television, games, special events, photo shoots, and more.  

Meet the 2021 squad right here!

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