Pro Cheer Audition Prep Classes: What's in It for You?
A lot of aspiring pro cheerleaders have been asking me: Flavia, my dream team is offering prep classes this year. Are these classes worth it? Or will I be ok preparing on my own?
When auditions are fast approaching, aspiring cheerleaders want nothing more than to be well-prepared. And while they learn everything they can, they also want to make sure that they spend on something that’s going to amp up their game.
Here’s my straightforward answer: If your dream team offers an official workshop or prep class, grab the opportunity. Say YES to it even if it’s optional. And if you won’t be auditioning this year, joining the class will increase your chances of making the team in the future. Here’s why.
Why Join Your Dream Pro Cheer Team’s Prep Classes?
1. You prepare strategically
Prep classes give you an edge over other candidates in that they help you formulate a specific action plan. Teams may dedicate a prep class date to a particular skill or audition aspect -- for example, flexibility, pom choreography, or Jazz/Hip Hop choreography. Your learnings during those sessions will give you a clearer picture of what to prepare for.
2. Being prepared makes you resilient
Resilience is a person’s ability to cope with stressful situations. As you already know, pro cheer audition can be very stressful to someone who’s completely new to it. The possibility of committing mistakes and not making the team cause fear in a candidate. But when you’ve learned all you can and given your all, you adapt to any situation. Whatever the audition outcome, you can face it bravely.
3. You adopt the style of your dream team
Prep classes teach you routines, makeup tips, and techniques that are exclusive to the team. This goes to say that a team’s prep class is unique. While aspects that are covered are similar in many ways, there are styles that are team-specific. When you’re standing in front of the judges, you want them to see you as a potential member of their dance team because you already carry yourself like one.
4. Receive valuable feedback
You improve your preparation by getting honest feedback from the pros. Official prep classes are the perfect avenue for receiving critiques from alumni and coaches. Use feedback to your advantage.
Ready for Pro Cheer Auditions? Prepare Better!
I hope that this blog post helps you see the value of prep classes. Start Googling [the name of your pro cheer team + “2019” + “prep classes”] to check their availability. Good luck!
Here at Pro Cheer Life, we offer other ways to help you prepare better. Check out our resources below...
Pro Cheer Audition Prep Book
If you dream of joining a dance team audition but have no idea on how to get started, my book entitled Professional Cheerleading Audition Secrets: How To Become an Arena Cheerleader for NFL®, NBA®, and Other Pro Cheer Teams will guide you every step of the way.
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At-Home Pro Cheer Audition Dance, Fitness, and Flexibility Training
We offer two fitness classes to help you get ready and give you a competitive edge during the auditions. What are these classes?
- Pom Fit Free Intro Class - Sign-up for our free class that covers a high-intensity cardio workout. This class will not only increase your metabolism and burn fat, but it’ll also improve your muscle recovery. Once you join the class, you can take it as many times as you like for two full years.
- Pom Fit Gameday 1 - If you want to level up, enroll in this fitness series for only $27. It covers more cardio movements, routines, and stretching to improve your overall physique. When you finish the class, you’ll be more confident and stronger.