Wranglerettes Dance & Drill Team - National Award Winners!

 

2009-2010 TEAM INFORMATION

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

Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 for Grades 4th-6th

Tuesdays from 6:00-7:30 and/or Saturdays from 12-1:30 for Grades 7th & 8th

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

OVERVIEW

The Wranglerettes are a nationally recognized, award-winning dance team, formed in September 2008 by the dance studio at EveryBody Fits to prepare all levels of dancers grades 5th - 9th aspiring to one day be on JV and Varsity Drill Teams. Most members are anticipated to tryout for their respective teams once they reach the appropriate age, thus the Wranglerettes team prides itself on being the ultimate resource to prepare future high school drill team members.

The team performs at a variety of venues throughout Dallas/Fort-Worth including (but not limited to) parades, community service events, and competes in the spring at several local Drill Team Competitions.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?

The Wranglerette team differs from any other program in the area in that we are not only providing young dancers the opportunity to learn the art of dance but we provide them with a social atmosphere that is vital for all twee & teen girls. All members will have the option to bond with other members at several team building/social events throughout the year. Members will also serve as "big Sisters" to the Dazzlers members. As Big sisters, the Wranglerettes will have the opportunity to mentor their younger sis through socials and joint performances.

By being a member of the team, opportunities are given to each dancer to train in small groups and even 1-on-1 with current high school drill team members. In these training sessions, participants receive one-on-one feedback from the instructors and provide helpful hints for auditions.  Additionally, the Wranglerettes choreographer is a former Kilgore College Rangerette, which is the first and most famous drill team in the nation!  Thus, by being a Wranglerette, each member truly receives the ideal training to prepare them for a high school team.

The Wranglerettes 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 Wranglerette is extremely cost-effective and it provides you and your daughter with a lifetime of memories.

BASIC INFORMATION

Purpose:
Through participation, the Wranglerettes will promote good sportsmanship and team unity. The Wranglerette 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 Wranglerettes are required to attend rehearsal from August 09 - May 10. Rehearsal will be held on TBD at the dance studio at Everybody Fits.  Additionally, it is required that all Wranglerettes take one ballet and one jazz class at the appropriate level along with dance conditioning and a wild card class of their choosing (ie: Hip-Hop, Tap, Leaps & Turns, Drill Prep, etc.).  These classes must be taken at the dance studio at EveryBody Fits unless approved otherwise.

It is asked that all Wranglerettes stay on the team from May 2009 - June 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 Ms. Lindsay Han stating the members last day on the team.  No payments made to the team will be refunded.

Length of Team Membership:
Each year, current Wranglerettes will be required to reaudition for the team.  Girls entering the 5th through 9th grades in the Fall of 2009 are welcome to audition.

Performances and Team Building:
The Wranglerettes will perform at a variety of locations throughout the year including the Lewisville Western Day Parade, Coppell's Holiday and 4th of July Parades, Coppell Youth Basketball games, Dance For the Planet, St. Anne's Carnival and at various community service events. Wranglerettes will also compete at local Drill Team competitions during the months of February and March as well as perform in the dance studio's annual Recital held each May.

All Wranglerettes are expected to attend all performances and competitions unless at least two weeks prior notice is given to the Director. The Wranglerettes 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 Wranglerettes monthly tuition and an additional charge will be given for each event.

Dance Requirements:
-Basic High Kick fundamentals: Jump kick, exercise kick, and a fan kick on the left and right sides. Technique is more important to us than height.

-Single pirouette: With a clean landing, strong/high passe, pointed toes, strong center and high releve on the left and right sides.

-Clean jete: With a clean chasse & step prep with arms in an on the left and right sides. Technique is more important to us than height.

-Clean chaine turns on the left and right sides: With legs straight, turns not "drifting" off the starting point, and arms in the proper place.

-Ability to pick up a basic Pom combination: A six 8 count combination to 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 that toes are pointed 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!

Parent Involvement:
As with most activities, when a child makes a team, the whole family makes the team.  Beginning in May 2009, their will be a  booster club of the Wranglerette Drill Team.  The group serves to raise money for necessary items such as competitions, costumes, choreography, and social events, as well as provide motivation, spirit, and moral support to the team.  It is not a requirement to join, but at this important time in your daughter's life it should be a joy to support it.  Parental participation begins right away during the summer in order to make the school year a success.

2009 AUDITIONS

When:
Friday, May 1st (Mandatory Workshop) from 5-7PM & Saturday, May 2nd (Auditions) at 2PM

Where:
the dance studio at EveryBody Fits

About:
-Auditions will start with a short warm up and class where short pom and jazz combinations will be reviewed (the combinations will be taught in the workshop).

-After the combinations are 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 a series of kicks, splits, and pirouettes.

-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 Wranglerette meeting will be held on Friday, May 8th at 6:30 PM to discuss the Fall 2009 schedule, costs, summer class requirements and summer camp as well as for members to accept their membership.  Wranglerettes and parents must attend this meeting.  If you/your child cannot attend, please let us know immediately following auditions.

Attire for the Workshop:
Hair pulled back in a ponytail
Dance pants, capris, or sweat pants and a fitted top
Tennis shoes, foot undeez or jazz shoes (it is best to practice with what you will try out in)

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
Natural Make-up with red lipstick
Bring safety pins to attach candidate number

Prep Classes:
Tuesdays from 5:30-6:30 PM for grades 4th-6th
Tuesdays from 6-7:30 and/or Saturdays from 12-1:30 for grades 7th & 8th

Information Meeting:
An optional information meeting will be held on Friday, April 24th at 6:30PM at EveryBody Fits for candidates and their parents.  This meeting will review the responsibilities of those selected as a Wranglerette.  This meeting will be an opportunity to answer any questions you may have about the Wranglerette Organization.

DIRECTORS

Ms. Lindsay Han
Director

Ms. Lindsay began her dance career at the age of three at a small studio in Allen, Texas. It was there 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 while 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. Additionally, Ms. Lindsay was voted as "Veteran of the Year" due to her successful endeavors on the team.

After graduating from 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. She continues her dance education by attending several conventions throughout the nation including The Pulse, Monsters of Hip-Hop, Showstoppers and Dance Teacher Magazine.

Ms. Cali Hoffman
Choreographer

Ms. Cali currently serves as the Wranglerettes sole choreographer. Ms. Cali started dancing at the age of eleven and has had extensive dance training in Ballet, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip-Hop, and Modern. Ms. Cali is a graduate of Coppell High School, where she was a line member of the Coppell Lariette Drill Team. She was also a proud member of the Kilgore College Rangerettes from 2003-2005.

Throughout her two years as a Rangerette she had the privilege of dancing at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Cotton Bowl Classic pre-game and halftime show, Dallas Cowboys pre-game and halftime show, and the Black Tie and Boots Inaugural Ball. In September 2004, Ms. Cali was honored to represent the Rangerette organization by appearing on the front cover of the Texas Monthly Magazine along with her two sisters.

She pursued her dance training at Texas Woman's University (TWU) where she studied under dance artists such as Mary Williford-Shade, Sarah Gamblin, Larry Keigwin, Michael Foley and Dan Joyce. She studied Ballet and Modern and received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance from TWU. Ms. Cali is an active staff member for MA Dance and in doing so, she choreographes for numerous High School Drill Teams around the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

CONTACT US

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

Email: thedancestudio@EveryBody-Fits.com

Phone: 972-471-2345