Why Should You Prepare for Auditions Ahead of Time?

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One of the biggest factors that will contribute to your success during pro cheerleading or dance auditions is advance preparation. That’s right - preparing yourself for whatever situations you might face months, and not days before day 1 of the auditions. But why is preparing ahead of time so important to winning? Here are five solid reasons.

1. Feel and look more confident.

Nothing brings your mood and energy down than watching other audition participants dance and carry themselves and realizing that they invested so much in preparation while you took it lightly. You want to learn and master everything there is to learn and master about the auditions - whether that’s your dance technique, ability to pick up on new choreography, or the way you talk.

2. Overcome unexpected challenges.

While nearly all NFL and NBA pro cheer/dance teams put up a list of the audition process, the things you need to prepare for, and video clips of last year’s audition, it’s still important to plan for the things that might happen. Consider all the possibilities. For example, during the interview portion, make a list of all possible questions that the judges might ask you. And as you may have guessed, preparing for the unexpected requires more time. That is why advance preparation matters.

3. Reduce the number of times you need to audition.

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Some aspiring professional cheerleaders and dancers audition two, three, four, or more times for their dream team before they actually make it. That’s so true! Not making your team today means that you need to wait for a full year until you can audition again. If you want to reduce the number of times you need to audition, then prepare way ahead of time.

4. Experiment with different techniques and strategies.

Giving yourself more time to try out various things that impact your audition presentation will allow you to showcase your best self. For instance, when it comes to hair color, you know that there are plenty of shades to choose from. However, you need to pick the best shade that complements your team and skin tone. To do that, you should actually try on a number of hair colors and get feedback. The same thing goes with your dance attire, makeup, and diet and workout regimen.

5. Visualization for an extended period of time.

The longer you think about something, the more power it has over you. Preparing in advance gives you more time to visualize your goal of becoming a professional cheerleader or dancer. All those months of working hard to get fit, and better at dancing, are the months you spend feeling the energy of your dream.

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