How To Audition For The 2017 NBA San Antonio Spurs Silver Dance Team
Are you ready to dance side by side with the NBA San Antonio Spurs Silver Dancers? Here, you will find a summary of the requirements for the team's tryouts this year.
Read on...
Team Info
The San Antonio Spurs Dance Team, also known as the Silver Dancers, are a highly respected squad of talented and enthusiastic women who perform for the San Antonio Spurs basketball team at all home games. In 2016, the Silver Dancers had 16 members.
As the team's ambassadors, the Silver Dancers participate at local community events and make appearances. To be part of this dance squad is a great experience. You'll get a lot of exposure and make lifelong friends with your teammates.
2017 Tryouts
Based on the Silver Dancers' homepage, this year's tryouts will take place on July 8, 2017.
There haven't been any details released yet pertaining to the requirements and the complete schedule for this year. Keep yourself posted by visiting this page: 2017 Spurs Silver Dancer Auditions
However, we have checked last year's (2016-2017) audition info for your reference so you can prepare ahead of time.
Below are the details from last year:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Interested candidates should be at least 18 years old or older and have a high school diploma or GED.
- You cannot be affiliated with any professional or semi-professional athletic franchise.
- You must have a flexible schedule to attend all team practices, Spurs home games, community and charity events, and other team projects.
- If you make the team, you should have a reliable transportation and live in or nearby San Antonio.
- During the tryouts, expect to be asked to show your dance, speaking, and performance abilities.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Candidates will be selected depending on their physical appearance, performance skills, attitude and personality, dedication, and professionalism.
1. Appearance - Do you have a toned, athletic body? Physical fitness is a prerequisite for being a Silver Dancer. Exercise daily. Engage in cardio and HIIT workouts.
2. Performance - You will be taught a dance choreography which is a mix of jazz and hip-hop dance styles. You must be able to pick up the dance moves fast and perform them precisely for the judges. If you have previous dance/gymnastics/cheerleading training, it will be helpful (but not required).
3. Attitude & Personality - You play a huge role in your team's success. Therefore, you should possess a team-first attitude. Be at ease in front of larger crowds and in working hand in hand with your teammates. Be able to maintain your composure and appear relaxed at all times.
4. Dedication - It's important that you have a flexible schedule so you can make time for all Silver Dancers activities like rehearsals, video/photo shoots, home games, charity events, and special projects.
5. Professionalism - Carry yourself in a professional way. Be prepared, show up on time, and behave in a respectful manner. Remember that you represent the San Antonio Spurs.
ATTIRE:
- Sports bra/half top
- Hot shorts (NO capris or long pants allowed)
- Tennis shoes/Dance Shoes (Minimal tread and non-marking soles)
- Performance-ready hair and makeup
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