Georgia Southern Dance Team
Collegiate Dance Clinic
Inviting all high school and college students interested in taking a Collegiate Dance Clinic with the Georgia Southern Dance Team!
This class will consist of a warm-up, across-the-floor technique, spirit dance, lyrical dance combo, and a Q&A with Dance Team members, Head Coach Kendall Avant, and Assistant Coach Rebekah Leger.
Fall 2026 Collegiate Dance Prep Clinic
Date: November 15th, 2026
Time: Check-in begins at 12 pm. The clinic will run from 12:30 pm until 5 pm.
Location: Hanner Fieldhouse (590 Herty Dr, Statesboro, GA, 30458)
Led by: Head Coach, Kendall Avant, and Assistant Coach, Rebekah Leger
Ages: 14-21
Dance/Skill Level: Intermediate to advanced
Price: $65 for base registration, $80 for registration + T-shirt, $85 for registration + solo showcase, $100 for registration + T-shirt + solo showcase.
***Please note, after you register, the receipt will show your payment as a donation.
Solo Showcase Option for Clinic
Who: High school seniors or college students that plan on auditioning for the 2027-2028 team
What: You can perform your solo, which is a requirement as part of round 1 of auditions. You will then have the opportunity to earn a fast pass for auditions, which would bypass round 1 and send you straight to round 2.
When: 5pm immediately following clinic
What to prepare:
Solo Requirements:
The solo must be NO LONGER than 1 minute. The music must be submitted via email to gasoutherndance@gmail.com by March 1st. The solo style should be jazz/contemporary jazz. The following required skills must be in the solo.
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Right triple
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Right a la seconde turns - at least 3 consecutive into a double pirouette (in any position…passé, front attitude, 2nd etc.) back into at least 2 more turns in a la seconde; a longer or more difficult version is allowed
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Calypso
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Center leap
**IF PARTICIPANT IS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 YEARS OLD, YOU MUST FILL OUT A WAIVER AND AUTHORIZED PICK-UP FORM TO PARTICIPATE. PLEASE BRING WITH YOU THE DAY OF THE CLINIC**
***You must fill out the following registration form, which will prompt you to pay the registration fee. You must be registered and payment received in full prior to the day of the clinic.
Attire:
Shorts or Leggings
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Sports Bra or Cropped Top
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Hair in a Slicked Back Pony Tail or bun
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Jazz Shoes/Pirouettes
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Tennis Shoes
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Earring studs are allowed, but no other jewelry is permitted
Make sure to bring water and a snack!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT AUDITIONS
Where will auditions be held?
Auditions are held at Georgia Southern's recreational activities center (RAC), located at 2687 Bunny Akins boulevard, Statesboro, GA 30458. Please arrive at the registration time for processing, and personal stretching.
What do I need to bring to auditions and/or Prep Clinics?
Make sure to bring a water bottle and a snack and your dance shoes (jazz shoes and/or pirouettes/lyrical shoes, and if you prefer, you can wear tennis shoes during any hip hop routines).
Will auditions be open to the public?
Auditions will be closed to the public.
Do current team members have to re-audition?
Yes, all returning members must go through the audition process each season. No spots on the team are guaranteed.
What does it take to make the Georgia Southern Dance Team?
Dance technique and skills, being versatile in jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, and pom styles, punctuality, showmanship, enthusiasm, showcasing your true blue spirit, maintaining physical fitness, personal appearance, and always being a team player.
What is the time commitment?
The time commitment usually consists of approximately 6-8 hours each week for practice, and will increase during the middle of basketball season as well as preparation for the Dance Team Union College Classic competition. Dancing for Georgia Southern will be a priority over all social and Greek commitments.