Tryouts 2008-09

All in-state persons that make either the cheer or dance teams will receive a full books and tuition scholarship per semester.
All out-of-state persons that make either the cheer or dance teams will receive $500.00 plus books scholarship per semester.

Cheer
For all those interested in cheering at Barton County Community College, an open gym is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Current members, newly signed members, and all those interested can practice any jumps, stunts, etc. that they need to work on. All are encouraged to attend.

Tryout Requirements

Women
Tumbling (2 standing & 2 running)
Toe Touch (may also be in cheer or dance)
Cheer (you bring your own)
Dance (you bring your own-2 min max)
Partner stunts (3 stunts of your choice)
Interview

Men
Tumbling (2 standing & 2 running)
Toe touch
Arm motions (taught that day)
Partner stunts (3 stunts of your choice)
Interview
Lifting – Bench, Squats & Cleans

Dance
Dance tryouts are held on an individual basis. An appointment needs to be set up with the head or assistant coach prior to try out. For tryouts we ask each person to bring a 1 ½ minute long routine that highlights their strengths as a dancer. In addition we also would like to see a toe touch, double pirouette, and a grand jete (split leap). These elements can either be incorporated into the dance routine or done separately.

If interested in attending Barton County Community College as a member of the dance team you are invited to attend "Optionals." On Monday and Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. an optional practice is held. Current members, newly signed members, and young dancers interested in the program are invited to attend. At the practice, you can work privately with the assistant coach and dance team captains on the technique you will be learning as a member of the team. All are encouraged to attend.