Seattle Seahawks Cheerleader Tryouts 2008-09

Want to be a part of the Seattle Sea Gals, the cheerleading team for the Seattle Seahawks pro football team in Seattle, Wash.? Here is what you need to know about tryouts for the Sea Gals.

While 2008-09 season auditions have already passed for the Sea Gals, these tips still apply for 2009-10. Be sure to regularly visit http://www.seahawks.com/seagals for the latest information and audition brochures.

The 2008-09 Seattle Sea Gals cheerleading audition registration forms and payment of a $50 registration fee was due by the first date of open tryouts on Sunday, April 27, 2008. It is recommended to check the Web site at the beginning of 2009 to determine deadlines for next season's tryouts.

Requirements for ladies wanting to audition are:
1. All applicants must be 18 years of age at the time of the first audition date

2. All applicants must earn a high school diploma or equivalent (deadline for 2008-09 applicants was May 31, 2008)

3. Applicants must bring a completed Sea Gal Questionnaire to open tryouts

4. Applicants must attach to the registration form a photograph of themselves

5. Sea Gals must agree, if selected, to abide by the rules and regulations of the squad Be sure to familiarize yourself with the style of dance for this team, and it sometimes helps to try contacting the manager or coach in advance.

Make sure you follow dress guidelines for all events and auditions. Appropriate dress for this season's auditions was short lycra type shorts and crop top/bra top with dance or tennis shoes.

For the final competition, applicants were provided with black low rise boy cut briefs which they were required to wear with no tights or nylons. Applicants had to supply their own black sleeveless bra top to go with the shorts.

You should also bring your valid driver's license or passport for identification purposes.

This season, the Sea Gals hosted four advance workshops prior to auditions. Each class was $20. While you are not required to attend these advance sessions, it is highly recommended you attend at least one. You may attend all classes if you so desire.

It is important to note that in addition to being a strong dancer with the ability to memorize and perform high-energy routines, members of the Seattle Sea Gals are also expected to attend various corporate, community and charitable events as a goodwill ambassador for the Seahawks organization.

Pro cheerleading squads originated with the Dallas Cowboys in 1971, thanks to then-owner Tex Schramm. Schramm wanted a team of attractive, model-like cheerleaders who could also dance similar to Broadway performers. Be sure to check out some Tryout Tips on www.dancecheer.net. You'll also find pointers to help you ace the in-person interview.

For more information, visit the Seattle Seahawks cheerleading program online at www.seahawks.com/seagals or call the program directly at 425-827-9777.