Dazzlers Dance & Drill Team

2009-2010 TEAM INFORMATION

Prep Classes for May's auditions are currently being held now!

Mondays from 5-6PM for grades K-3rd

Call 972-471-2345 or email thedancestudio@EveryBody-Fits.com tfor more information or to register.

OVERVIEW

The Dazzlers organization was created in August 2008 by the dance studio at EveryBody Fits to give an outlet to young dancers to perform and further prepare for the Wranglerettes team as well as their respective JV and Varsity Drill Teams. The program is also a great way to build a strong technique for all levels of young dancers. The Dazzlers team performs at a variety of venues throughout Dallas/Fort-Worth.

All members who are invited to join the team are accepted into the recreational program that performs at a variety of venues throughout DFW. Members who are interested in competing can audition to be on the competition squad. These members will compete at several local Drill Team competitons in the Spring.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

The Dazzlers team differs from any other program in the area in providing young dancers the opportunity to learn the art of dance and drill team as well as allow those young dancers that want to perform recreationally the ease of being in a low stress, fun environment. We also allow those dancers that choose to compete the opportunity to do so at local Drill Team competitions in the Spring. Dazzlers also are both heavily involved in the other teams, the Sweethearts and Wranglerettes in that the Dazzlers serve as "big Sisters" to the Sweethearts and "little Sisters" to the Wranglerettes. This big/little sister program allows the Dazzlers the opportunity to mentor younger dancers (the Sweethearts) as well as learn from older dancers (the Wranglerettes).

The Dazzlers team also provides parents the opportunity to watch their dancer perform at numerous events throughout the year (versus just one year-end Recital). Additionally, the cost of being a Dazzler is extremely cost-effective and it provides you and your daughter with a lifetime of memories.

BASIC INFORMATION

Purpose:
Through participation, the Dazzlers will promote good sportsmanship and team unity. The Dazzler organization will work to develop strong dance and performance skills in each of its members through music and dance appreciation. All members will acquire time management skills, commitment, and respect for one another.

Team Member Requirements:
All Dazzlers are required to attend rehearsal from August -09 - May '10. All members are required to take a ballet and jazz class at the appropriate level along with attending a 60 minute weekly rehearsal. All competition members must also take dance conditioning along with attending an additional 90 minute weekly rehearsal.

It is also highly encouraged that all Dazzlers take additional classes throughout the year to further build technique. Thus, for all Dazzlers, an unlimited class rate can be added to your monthly tuition. With this package, Dazzlers may take as many classes as they would like.

Dazzlers will also have the option to attend workshops throughout the year in the DFW metroplex. Workshops allow the dancers to obtain different dance and teaching styles as well as meet other dance teams. All workshops seen as beneficial to the Dazzler will be presented by the Director and are optional to attend unless otherwise noted. Workshops are not included in the Dazzlers monthly tuition. The cost of each workshop will be given along with a registration and payment due date.

It is asked that all Dazzlers stay on the team from August 2009-May 2010. If a member must resign before completing her term, it is required that a formal letter be submitted via hand delivery or email to the Director stating the members last day on the team. All payments made to the team will not be refunded.

Length of Team Membership:
Once you audition for Dazzlers, you are on the team for as long as you like, or until you reach the 5th grade. You will not be required to re-apply every year. For membership on the Dazzlers competition squad, all members must reapply every year. Once team members reach the 5th grade, the Dazzler has the option to audition for the Wranglerettes Drill Team.

Performances and Team Building:
The Dazzlers will perform at a variety of locations throughout the year including (but not limited to) Lewisville Western Day Parade, Coppell Youth Basketball games, City of Coppell Holidayand 4th of July Parades and at various community service events. All Dazzlers on the competition squad will compete at local Drill Team competitons in the months of February and March. The Dazzlers will also perform at the dance studio's year end Recital in May.

All Dazzlers are expected to attend all performances unless at least two weeks prior notice is given to the Director. The Dazzlers will have continuous team-building events throughout the year. All team-building events are optional but participation is highly encouraged. The cost of team-building events is not included in the Dazzlers monthly tuition and an additional charge will be given for each event.

Dance Requirements:
-Ability to pick up a basic Pom combination: a four 8 count combination will be taught at auditions.

-Ability to catch the judges attention when performing: meaning that shoulders are back, chest is lifted, smile is consistent, arms are clean and all movements are strong.

-Good use of feet: meaning pointing the toes on all moves.

-A strong desire to dance and a strong work ethic: which means to not get frustrated when things do not come quickly and the ability to keep trying until something is accomplished and not giving up.  Always remember that some things come in time as long as there is a desire to learn, you can accomplish anything!

2009 AUDITIONS

When:
Saturday, May 30th at 2 PM

Where:
the dance studio at EveryBody Fits

About:
-Please note that these auditions will be in a low stress, fun enviornment and that the goal is to give all candidates the experience of auditioning for a team as well as to give them an idea of what the Dazzlers team is all about!

-Auditions will start with a short warm up. Candidates will be asked to go across the floor and show a variety of things including (but not limited to) jazz walks, chaine turns, and jetes. A short pom combination will also be taught.

-After the pom combination is taught and reviewed, all dancers will have a 20 – 30 minute break to practice the routines on their own.  No dancers can leave during this time however; they can eat a small snack if desired.

-After this break, all dancers will be given numbers and called in by groups of 3 to perform the routines and show the judges their routine.  The choreographer will be doing the dance with each group as we do not expect the candidates to know the dance within a matter of only a few hours.

-There is no set number of girls on the team.  Membership will be determined by a natural break of scores.  This will depend on the number of candidates and their score variations.  The candidates will audition in front of three qualified judges in the field of dance and drill team. 

-After all dancers have completed the audition, the judges will meet and the dancers will be released.  The results will be posted at exactly 6 PM on the front doors of EveryBody Fits.  

-For all dancers that are chosen for the team, a mandatory parent and Dazzler meeting will be held on Sunday, May 31st at 2 PM to discuss the Fall 2009 schedule, costs, summer class requirements and summer camp as well as for members to accept their membership.  Dazzlers and parents must attend this meeting.  If you/your child cannot attend, please let us know immediately following auditions. This meeting will also detail auditions for the Dazzler competition squad for those that are interested in auditioning.

Attire for the Audition:
Tan Tights
Fitted Dance Shorts (no biker shorts or cloth shorts)
Fitted Black Tank Top or Leotard
Shoes of your choice (jazz shoes, foot undeez or tennis shoes)
Hair pulled up in ponytail
NO JEWELRY
Bring safety pins to attach candidate number

Prep Classes:
Mondays from 5-6PM for Grades K-3rd

Information Meeting:
An optional information meeting will be held on Friday, May 29th at 6:30PM at EveryBody Fits for candidates and their parents.  This meeting will review the responsibilities of those selected as a Dazzler.  This meeting will be an opportunity to answer any questions you may have about the Dazzler Organization.

DIRECTORS

Ms. Lindsay Han
Dazzlers Director

Ms. Lindsay began her dance career at the age of three at a small studio in Allen, Texas. It was there where she found her passion for dance that led her to dance at predominant studios around the nation including Broadway Dance Centre in New York City. Throughout her tenure in dance, she has had the opportunity to work with choreographers: Stephanie DiBiase-Wheat, Jenny Durbin, Roger Lee, Key Meersman and Shella Sattler. She has also had the opportunity to take several master classes from Brian Friedman, Laurie Ann Gibson, Frank Hatchett, Dave Scott, Cris Judd, Mia Michaels, Wade Robson, and Shane Sparks.

Ms. Lindsay was a member of the Allen Tallenettes during her years in high school and served as Lieutenant and choreographer during her Senior year where several of her pieces won national recognition. Ms. Lindsay was also recognized as a soloist in which she was awarded several awards on a national level. Ms. Lindsay was also voted as "Veteran of the Year" due to her successful endeavors on the team.

After graduating high school, Ms. Lindsay began teaching dance while attending Texas Christian University (TCU) and had the opportunity to attend several conventions that focused on the development of teaching dance. It was throughout this time, that she developed her teaching abilities and found a love for not only dancing but also teaching. Ms Lindsay graduated from TCU with a Bachelor's of Science in Psychology and has continued to teach since graduation. Ms. Lindsay continues to attend workshops and conventions around the nation including The Pulse, Monsters of Hip-Hop, Showstoppers, and Dance Teacher Magazine's teacher convention in New York City.

Ms. Megan DeHoyos
Dazzlers Assistant Director

Ms. Megan has been dancing for over ten years and has had extensive training in Jazz, Tap, Lyrical, and Hip-Hop. Currently, Ms. Megan travels in the summer teaching dance with Marching Auxiliaries (MA) Dance Company where she continues to choreograph for numerous high school teams throughout the country.

Ms. Megan was a member of the World Famous Kilgore College Rangerettes and is now attending Texas Woman's University (TWU) studying business entrepreneurship.

CONTACT US

For any questions about the Dazzlers, including auditions please contact Ms. Lindsay Han.

Email: thedancestudio@everybody-fits.com

Phone: 972-471-2345