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1 TRYOUT PACKET Tryout Dates: Friday, April 5th 2:00p-10:00p Saturday, April 6th 8:30a-10:00p Sunday, April 7th 9:00a-4:00p Grand Canyon University GCU Dance Team

2 Program Overview Spirit Program Mission Description of Dance Team Benefits Requirements Time Commitment & Expectations GCU Dance Team Tryouts Check-List & Packet Submission information Description of Required Materials Tryout Dance & Skills Requirements Anticipated Tryout Schedule Required Tryout Attire GCU Campus Map Tryout Application Questionnaire General Tryout Information & FAQ Athletic Training Forms Waiver and Release from Liability Tryout Acknowledgement & Acceptance 2

3 PROGRAM OVERVIEW SPIRIT PROGRAM MISSION The mission of the Grand Canyon University Dance Team is to support, promote, and represent Grand Canyon University through proper promotion of school spirit, pride, tradition, and student involvement. DESCRIPTION OF DANCE TEAM The GCU Dance Team is a highly visible and involved athletic team, present at many GCU Athletic competitions, campus events, and within the Phoenix community. The GCU Dance Team is under the supervision of GCU University Relations & Campus Events, and GCU dancers serve as representatives and ambassadors of Grand Canyon University. Dance team performances include a variety of Jazz, Hip Hop, and Pom choreography and skills, performed together as a whole team or as smaller squads contingent on the situation. BENEFITS Scholarships available to all eligible team members Nike practice attire, shoes, warm-ups, and bag provided by GCU Custom-designed uniforms provided by GCU UDA College Dance Camp, travel, lodging and meals fully funded Opportunity to perform at NCAA Division I athletic events including all home GCU Basketball and GCU Baseball games Use of GCU s athletic weight room and a customized training program, developed by our own strength & conditioning coach Access to GCU s athletic training facilities and our own assigned trainer for any teamrelated injuries, injury prevention, and post-activity treatments Our own assigned Student Services Manager that assists with scheduling classes, housing, scholarships, etc. Possible opportunity to travel to Division I athletic tournaments and championship games Possible opportunity to compete Division I at College Dance Nationals and Championships Opportunities for professional development and networking within University partnerships A solid support network that fosters personal purpose and growth from the challenge of a dynamic Christian dedicated team 3

4 MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS Must be accepted and enrolled in a traditional ground-based academic program at GCU prior to tryouts. Must have a current physical (in past 6 months) and carry medical insurance. Must be enrolled as a full-time student at Grand Canyon University, have and maintain a 2.0 GPA to be eligible for scholarship, and maintain a C (75%) or above grade in all classes at all times in order to participate. Must attend summer practice, and complete summer workouts and technique. Must commit to an average of 20+ hours per week during the season for practice, workouts, games, events and various functions. Must audition for selection of the GCU Dance Team Nationals squad. Must demonstrate responsibility regarding health and wellness, nutrition, safety, and injury prevention utilizing our athletic trainer to maintain full health & functionality. Must abide by all rules and regulations set by NCAA Division I and the Western Athletic Conference as they pertain to collegiate dance teams. Must abide by all GCU student-athlete policies, medical insurance coverage, and behavioral conduct standards as they pertain to the spirit program. Must abide by all GCU Policies including guidelines set by Residence Life, Student Conduct, Academic Policies, and Housing Operations. Must be a mature adult, with a positive attitude where you are willing to learn, accept constructive criticism and be a team player. Must possess a strong dedication to academic excellence and show commitment to being a servant leader. Must show ultimate acceptance of the spirit program mission statement. Financial Obligations: A $200 non-refundable Camp Fee will be due upon making the team April 7th. A $200 Team Fee will be due August 1, Dance team members are required to purchase certain personal items including dance shoes, undergarments, and cosmetics as listed in the Policy & Procedure handbook. Dancers selected to participate in Nationals competition may be required to purchase some of their costuming attire. 4

5 MANDATORY TIME COMMITMENTS & EXPECTATIONS Attend summer work-outs and technique classes OR follow set home workout/dance technique regime if you live outside the Phoenix area or when you travel outside the Phoenix area Attend Summer Practice June at GCU Returners move in to GCU Student Housing July 26 Rookies move in to GCU Student Housing, Attend Parent Meeting July 29 Attend GCU Dance Team Pre-camp July 30 - August 6 Attend UDA Collegiate Dance Camp August 7-11 Attend GCU Team Week August Attend GCU Welcome Week activities - August Attend all season practices and training August 26-April 24 In general, a commitment of 20+ hours per week can be expected with practices, training, and performances. Anticipated practice schedule includes strength/cardio training 3 times per week, dance rehearsal 3 times per week, and required study hall hours. Exact dates & time will be announced at tryouts. Missed practices, games or events are NOT permitted unless there is an emergency situation. Family vacation, work conflicts, etc. are not reasons for absence. Perform at home men s and women s basketball games, baseball games, other GCU athletic events, and select university & community events. Be available for all games that might be scheduled over Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring Breaks. Participate in team fundraisers, team building activities, and community outreach. Must be a responsible adult and treat dance team commitments like a job where you are accountable, timely and disciplined. Must possess excellent time management skills. Schedule priorities with academics and dance team. Have a mature & positive attitude. Be honest, respectful & dependable. Must exhibit appropriate personal conduct, on and off the performance floor. Must be willing to learn, accept instruction from coaches & captains, respect all decisions of coaches & captains and respect the integrity of the program. 5

6 DANCE TEAM TRYOUTS CHECKLIST 1. Complete the online GCU Dancers Application by March 23 rd at includes a $35 non-refundable fee, service charges may apply 2. Submit the Tryout Packet (Worth 25 Points of Tryout Score): Printed on white printer paper, single-sided Packet may be loose leaf or paper clipped together; no other binding Mail packet, postmarked by Saturday, March 23 rd to the address listed below. We encourage you to add Tracking to your mailed packet. Packets may be hand-delivered at Dance Team Prep Clinic on March 23 rd for dancers ATTENDING the Prep Clinic PACKET MUST BE SUBMITTED IN THE FOLLOWING ORDER: Tryout Acknowledgement & Acceptance Page 19 Waiver and Release from Liability Page 18 8x10 Headshot photo requirements on Page 7 Dance Résumé requirements on Page 7 Application Questionnaire requirements on Page 7 2 Letters of Recommendation by coaches/dance instructors see Page 7 Copy of GCU Acceptance Letter requirements on Page 7 Club Sports Medicine Forms: Potential Student Athlete Pre-Participation Form Page 15 Release Agreement Page 16 Completed Physical Examination Form Page 17 Copy of front & back of Primary Insurance Card requirements on Page 7 MAIL TO: Grand Canyon University ATTN: Jacque Genung-Koch, Head Dance Team Coach GCU Arena, Administration Offices 3300 W. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ LATE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED PREPARE FOR THE DANCE TRYOUTS ON APRIL 5 TH -7 TH : Arrange travel and accommodations if from out-of-town see page 13 Learn Audition Material - a link with choreography will be ed to you by April 1 st Choreograph 4x8 and Solo - requirements on Page 8 Prepare dance skills and audition attire see lists on Pages 8 & 10 Prepare for Strength & Conditioning evaluations see list on Page 8 Recommended: Attend GCU Prep Clinics visit

7 7 DESCRIPTION OF REQUIRED TRYOUT MATERIALS ONLINE APPLICATION Complete the online GCU Dancers tryout application found at NO LATER THAN March 23 rd includes a $35.00 NON- REFUNDABLE tryout fee (plus service fee). HEADSHOT PHOTO Submit a COLOR 8x10 standard headshot photo. Please reference our team roster bio headshots as an example. Photos should be recent, and display your current hair color/length/style. Be sure you re your headshot LOOKS LIKE YOU as you will look at the audition. Photos will not be returned. Also keep in mind that your look at tryouts is what will be expected of you to maintain for the year. All changes are subject to coach s approval. DANCE RÉSUMÉ Please submit a one-page, current dance resume highlighting your dance performance experience and dance training. Résumé should be organized, professional, and clean. TRYOUT APPLICATION QUESTIONNAIRE Please answer each question honestly and to the best of your knowledge. There is not a right answer, or anything specific we are looking for within your answers. This is a chance for the judges and coaching staff to get to know you prior to the tryout and interview panels. TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION Recommendations should be from a current coach or dance instructor. If this is not possible, a previous coach or instructor will be accepted. We will not accept letters from friends or family. Letters of recommendation must be SIGNED and in a SEALED envelope, and should include ALL of the following: Role they had in your life and duration of your relationship with them Evaluation of your abilities, character, and contributions; examples of your strengths Summary that explains why they would recommend you for the GCU Dance Team Contact phone number and address for further reference GCU ACCEPTANCE LETTER A copy of your GCU Acceptance Letter. If you have not received your acceptance letter, your enrollment counselor may your status, and you may include this with your tryout packet. If you are a current GCU student, please submit documentation of your present status. CLUB SPORTS MEDICINE FORMS Student-Athlete Physical Examination - All candidates are required to have a current physical (completed within the past 6 months) in order to tryout. If you have a current physical, provide a copy. If you do not have a current physical, please use our form. This must be completed and signed by a physician. Medical Insurance Card - All candidates are required to carry current medical insurance coverage. Please submit a legible copy of both the front and back of the card. If you have Kaiser or an insurance that does not cover everything in Arizona, you may be asked to purchase additional insurance from the university. Pre-Participation Form and Release Agreement Please provide documentation if you ve had surgery or missed dance for any medical reason. Read all information prior to signing. If you are not yet 18 years of age, please be sure that your parent/guardian also includes their signature.

8 DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY & SKILLS FOR TRYOUTS A video of tryout choreography will be ed to applicants who have submitted all required materials. This link will arrive by April 1 st to the address indicated in the online application. Please have routines ready for performance at the tryout. The video will include a turn combination and 4 short dance combinations in the following styles: jazz, hip hop, pom, and contemporary. Suggested technical skills to prepare for tryouts: Turns: quad pirouette, turns in second, right inside leg-hold turn Variety of leaps and jumps Inversions: aerial cartwheel, headsprings, kip up Flexibility & high range of mobility in leg extension and back. Skills may be incorporated into choreography, or may be asked to see performed individually. School spirited rallying; entertaining freestyle ability Outstanding performance and engaging presence 4x8 Requirements: Prepare 4 eight-count combination that can be done to any upbeat dance song. Style and skills incorporated should give the judges a quick snapshot of who you are as a dancer and performer. Solo Choreography Requirements: o Prepare a 1 minute solo of Contemporary Jazz or Hip Hop style o Your music must be on a phone/device to plug into sound system with aux cord o You may be asked to perform this choreography multiple times Strength & Conditioning: Activities may include the following or similar assessments o Timed Plank o Timed Push-ups o Timed Squats o Beep Test/Pacer Test If you have any questions on the above technical skills or strength & conditioning assessments, please attend our Tryout Prep Clinics! We will review the scoring rubric for each of the skills, and demonstrate proper performance of the athletic assessments. 8

9 ANTICIPATED TRYOUT SCHEDULE Friday, April 2:00-10:00 PM Lopes Performance Center 2:00-2:30pm Check-In & warm-up/stretch on own 4x8 combinations Strength & conditioning evaluations FIRST CUT announced live Video dance routines audition SECOND CUT announced Live Interview Panel #1 in audition attire Review dance team policy & procedures Saturday, April 8:30AM 10:00 PM Lopes Performance Center 8:30-9:00am Check-In Open to the Public: 4x8, Rallying and Crowd Appeal Video dance routine audition THIRD CUT announced live Interview Panel #2 in professional attire Video dance routines audition FOURTH CUT announced Live Solo audition FINAL CUT YOU WILL RECEIVE AN BY MIDNIGHT WITH YOUR RESULTS Sunday, April 9:00AM 4:00 PM Lopes Performance Center First team dance practice Team building activities Uniform and practice/camp attire fitting $ camp fee due 9

10 Friday, April 6 th 10 REQUIRED TRYOUT ATTIRE Black spandex shorts Solid color, fitted athletic tank top Athletic shoes for strength & conditioning evaluations Jazz shoes, hip hop shoes/sneakers, and/or turners for dance audition Hair MUST be worn DOWN, styled for performance and out of your face for dance audition. No unnatural colors permitted. Make-up should be collegiate Game Day ready Bottom-hole stud earrings only All visible tattoos covered Saturday, April 7 th Dance audition Black ankle length, high-waist leggings Conservative BLACK crop top; may be embellished with rhinestones, etc. Jazz shoes, hip hop shoes/sneakers, and/or turners for dance audition Hair MUST be worn DOWN, styled for performance and out of your face for dance audition. No unnatural colors permitted. Make-up should be collegiate Game Day ready Bottom-hole stud earrings only All visible tattoos covered Interviews Professional/business attire modest dress or blouse and dress pants, professional footwear Solo audition You may wear costume and hair appropriate for the style of your solo audition. Please remember to maintain a collegiate look representative of a GCU Dancer. Sunday, April 7 th Solid black, fitted tank top no visible logos Solid black spandex shorts or leggings no visible logos Solid black sports bra Hair MUST be worn down, styled for performance and out of your face Make-up should be collegiate Game Day ready Single stud earrings only All visible tattoos covered Jazz shoes, hip hop shoes/sneakers, and/or turners

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12 GCU DANCE TEAM TRYOUT APPLICATION QUESTIONNAIRE You may complete your answers on this page or continue your answers on a second sheet. 1. Why do you want to be a GCU Dancer? 2. Check the 3 strongest characteristics and/or the roles that you assume in a team situation: Calm Clarifier/Cleaner Communicator Competitive spirit Conscientious Creative Decision-maker Dedicated Dependable Disciplined Encourager Flexible Goal oriented High energy Humorous Initiates activities Initiates relationships Kind Leader Listener Loyal Motivator Objective Organized Patient Peacemaker Self-motivated Sincere Task accomplisher Other: Other: Other: 3. Would your current/former teammates and/or coaches agree? What do they see as your 3 strongest contributing characteristics? 4. Tell us how you think a dancer s behavior can have a negative or positive impact on the program and/or the University. How do you feel your conduct & values will reflect upon this team? 5. As a team, we highly value leadership abilities and qualities, and all members are expected to have vested leadership responsibilities within our team. What do you feel are your leadership strengths? 6. On our team, we also highly value the ability to go above and beyond, and to take initiation when others will not or cannot. Describe a time when you took initiation, or went above and beyond what was asked of you. 7. Besides dance, what are your other strengths, hobbies, skills, interests? What makes you a unique individual? 12

13 GENERAL TRYOUT INFORMATION & F.A.Q. WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO TRYOUTS? Please bring water, snacks, & athletic/dance shoes; bring a layer to wear during talking/presentation portions of the tryout to keep muscles from cooling down; bring a sack lunch/dinner for the longer days. HOW CAN I PREPARE FOR TRYOUTS? Attend the Audition Prep Clinics on Saturday, March 9 & March 11a-3p. The prep clinics are not mandatory to tryout, though highly suggested as they are structured to help applicants specifically prepare for aspects of the GCU Dance Team Tryout. Please visit for registration and further details about the clinic. HOW MANY MEMBERS WILL MAKE THE TEAM? We anticipate taking athletes for the season. DO VETERAN DANCE TEAM MEMBERS HAVE TO TRYOUT? Yes. We believe it is very important for everyone to tryout each year to avoid complacency. All returning athletes are required to re-audition each year, though they are exempt from the first cut on the first day. DO YOU HAVE A SEPARATE TRYOUT FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN OR OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS? No. All prospective dancers attend the same audition for the team incoming freshmen, transfer students, and returning athletes. Many students travel in from out-of-state to tryout. MAY MY FAMILY WATCH TRYOUTS? NEW THIS YEAR We are opening the Saturday morning 4x8 and Rallying portion ONLY to the public! All other parts of the tryout are closed for public viewing to insure the most objective environment for all participants. I AM TRAVELING FROM OUT OF TOWN. WHERE CAN I STAY? Grand Canyon University Hotel 5115 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85017, Phone: GCUHotel@gcu.edu, Website: MAY I STILL TRYOUT IF I CANNOT COMPLETE ALL THE SKILLS LISTED? We will ask that you demonstrate each skill to the best of ability, if you are safely able to do so, in order to to assess your current level. Mastery of all skills are not an absolute requirement, but highly suggested. CAN I TRYOUT BY VIDEO? We encourage you attend the live audition if you are a serious candidate for the team. We are provisionally accepting video tryouts for one more year, and only by request from individuals who simply have no way to attend the live tryouts on the tryout dates due to an immobile life-event commitment (high school graduation, immediate family wedding, etc.) Video tryouts will be required to submit verifiable proof of the conflicting event. If selected, video candidates will be placed on the team on a provisional basis and are required to attend the summer rehearsals for further consideration. If video audition is truly your only option, please contact Coach Jacque Genung-Koch at jacque.genung-koch@gcu.edu not later than March 1 st to discuss the requirements and expectations. 13

14 WHAT IS THE EXACT SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT? All team members receive a scholarship contingent on eligibility and university cap. The award amount varies each year and is based upon the program s overall scholarship budget and the number of veterans/rookies. Dancers receive their award amount in June. IS IT DIFFICULT TO BALANCE SCHOOL AND DANCE TEAM? Being a collegiate athlete is a large time commitment with high mental, emotional, and physical demands. As a college dancer, you learn to time manage, prioritize, and maintain responsible communication with your professors and coaches. Our dancers have several support programs in place to be student-athletes successful at both school and dance. I M FROM OUT OF STATE. WILL I GET TO GO HOME OVER SCHOOL BREAKS? We do our best to provide students with some time off over school breaks to travel home, though it is not guaranteed. Due to our performance schedule, nationals rehearsals, and unannounced athletic schedules for the season, we are not yet able to share what dates will be available for travel home. As GCU Athletics become more successful, we are provided more opportunities to support our school teams! We also encourage family to visit us in AZ when possible! HOW ARE SQUADS DETERMINED THAT PERFORM AT DIFFERENT EVENTS? The coaching staff will assign all dancers to squads for soccer games, basketball games, baseball games, and nationals. Squads are broken up depending on the needs of the event or activity. Squads for fall semester are usually determined by end of August. CAN GCU DANCERS ALSO BE ON A PRO TEAM, DANCE COMPANY, OR DANCE MAJOR? Because of the large time commitment and rigorous physical schedule, we do not allow GCU Dancers to simultaneously dance for other teams, companies, or major in dance. DOES THE GCU DANCE TEAM COMPETE? We have participated in Collegiate Dance Nationals and Championships for the past 6 years, and plan to compete again during the season. Depending on the season, we may compete at UDA in Orlando, FL and/or USA in Anaheim, CA. DO ALL GCU DANCERS PARTICIPATE IN NATIONAL COMPETITION? We are first and foremost a Game Day team. Performances and appearances at our home athletic contests and GCU events is our highest dance-related priority. As we do compete however, all team members are required to audition for placement on the competition squad. From there, the coaching and choreography staff assign members appropriately to fulfill both roles for Game Day Squad and Nationals Squad. All dancers have a rigorous schedule, and we plan our practices, events, and opportunities to make it as equitable as possible for all athletes. WHERE CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT THE POLICIES OF THE GCU DANCE TEAM? When the tryout choreography is ed out, we will attach our updated Policies and Procedures handbook. If you have immediate questions about any policies, procedures, regulations, or rules for GCU Dancers, please contact Coach GK at jacque.genung-koch@gcu.edu IS IT MANDATORY AS A GCU DANCER TO LIVE ON CAMPUS? It is not mandatory to live on campus, though due to our rigorous schedule and the amenities and support provided our dancers, it does make it easier on the athlete. We encourage anyone who is unsure to ask questions and look into the option of campus living. 14

15 Potential Student Athlete Pre-Participation Form Print Full Name: Date: Sport: DOB: Age: Year in School: Phone: Emergency Contact Name: Emergency #: Health History 1. Have you been hospitalized, seen a physician, or had a major Illness or injury in the last year? Y / N 2. Have you recently had a surgery or are you currently ill or injured in any way? Y / N 3. Have you or anyone in your family been diagnosed with a heart condition? Y / N 4. Are you currently taking any prescribed/over the counter medications or supplements? Y / N 5. Do you currently have or have you previously had any general health concerns that you would like to discuss with a GCU Club sports medicine staff member? Y / N 6. Have you been tested to determine whether you are sickle cell trait positive? Y / N 7. Has anyone in your family ever been diagnosed as sickle cell trait positive? Y / N 8. Mental Health History (disclosure optional) Not applicable Counseling Currently seeing a counselor Saw a counselor in the past Would like to connect with a counselor on campus Medication Name Dosage Past hospitalization Explain all YES answers here, and provide documentation if you ve had surgery or missed dance rehearsal or performance for any medical reason: I hereby state that, to the best of my knowledge, my answers to the above questions are correct. I hereby authorize the athletic trainers at Grand Canyon University, who are under the direction and guidance of the Grand Canyon University Team Physicians, to render care to my son/daughter or myself, any preventive, first aid, emergency treatment or hospitalization that they deem reasonably necessary to the health and wellbeing of the student-athlete. Signature of Athlete: Date: Signature of Parent/Guardian (if under 18): Date: 15

16 Release Agreement I, the undersigned, do hereby acknowledge and understand that participation in this event may expose me to the risk of property damage and bodily or personal injury including, but not limited to, broken bones, sprains, strains, concussions, as well as other risks that may not be foreseeable. I acknowledge and assume any such risk to my personal health should I use the Grand Canyon University Club Sports facilities and its equipment with or without supervision. In addition, I acknowledge that I have had a complete physical within the last six (6) months or six (6) months prior to my last season and am able to participate in this workout. In exchange for the Grand Canyon University Club Sports granting me access to the facilities, I hereby release and forever discharge Grand Canyon University, Grand Canyon University Club Sports, their members individually and their officers, agents and employees from any and all claims, demands, rights and courses of action of whatever kind, arising from or by reason of any personal injury or property damage, or the consequences thereof, resulting from or in any way connected with my voluntary choice to access the Grand Canyon University Club Sports facilities. I further covenant and agree that for the consideration stated above I will not sue Grand Canyon University, its officers, agents, or employees for any claim for damages arising or growing out of my voluntary choice to access the Grand Canyon University Club Sports facilities. I understand that the acceptance of this Release, Waiver of Liability and Covenant Not to Sue by Grand Canyon University shall not constitute a waiver, in whole or in part, of sovereign immunity by said officers, agents and employees. I have read and fully understand the contents of this agreement and execute same as my own voluntary act. Participant Signature: Date: Participant Name (printed): Parent/guardian signature Date (If participant is under 18) Parent/guardian printed name 16

17 PHYSICAL EXAMINATION (TO BE COMPLETED BY PHYSICIAN) Name of Athlete Examined Height Weight Pulse bpm Blood Pressure: sys dia Visual Acuity (R) 20/ (L) 20/ CLINICAL EXAM: Check each item in appropriate column. Elaborate as needed. Examination H.E.E.N.T PUPIL SIZE SKIN HEART LUNGS ABDOMEN HERNIA (MALES) NEUROLOGICAL SPINAL COLUMN UPPER EXTREMITIES LOWER EXTREMITIES Nor Abn Description Comments and Recommendations: Restrictions: Physician Name Physician Signature Date I agree that the information on this physical examination sheet is accurate to my knowledge and have asked questions regarding my health and understand and will follow recommendations and restrictions as described above Student-Athlete Signature Date 17

18 GCU DANCE TEAM TRYOUTS WAIVER AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY I recognize and expressly agree that participating in any sport or activity associated with athletics is an inherently dangerous activity. Further, I recognize that certain safety precautions must be followed, yet even strict adherence to those procedures does not guarantee nor does Grand Canyon University guarantee Participant s Safety. Waiver and Release from Liability: In consideration of permission to use, today and on all future dates, the property, facilities, staff, equipment and services of GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY. I, for myself, my heirs, personal representatives or assigns, do hereby release, waive, discharge, and covenant not to sue The Grand Canyon University, its directors, officers, employees and agents from liability from any and all claims including the negligence of Grand Canyon University, resulting in personal injury, accidents or illnesses (including death), and property loss arising from, but not limited to, participating in activities, classes, observation, and use of facilities, premises, or equipment. Assumption of Risks: Physical activity, by its very nature, carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY has facilities for and provides for activities such as weight lifting, running, aerobic activities, classes and sporting activities. Some of these involve strenuous exertions of strength using various muscle groups, some involve quick movements involving speed and change of directions, and others involve sustained physical activity which places stress on the cardiovascular system. The specific risk vary from one activity to another, but the risks range from 1) minor injuries such as scratches, bruises, and sprains to 2) major injuries such as eye injury or loss of sight, joint or back injuries, heart attacks, and concussions to 3) catastrophic injuries including paralysis and death. I have read the previous paragraphs and I know, understand, and appreciate these and other risks that are inherent in the activities made possible by GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY. I hereby assert that my participation is voluntary and that I knowingly assume all such risks. Publicity: I understand that on occasion, GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY takes photographs or makes audio or video tape recording of children and/or adults involved in camp activities. Such photographs and audio/visual recordings may be used in the Grand Canyon university publications, promotional materials and pertinent website. I understand that such contemplated photos will have no addresses or identifications of any sort on such photos and are considered the property of Grand Canyon University and may not be sold or reused. I agree to the use of any such audio or visual recording to be used, distributed as administrators of Grand Canyon University see fit. This consent includes but is not limited to: photographs videotape, and audio recordings Indemnification and Hold harmless: I also agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD Grand Canyon University and its Board of Directors, HARMLESS from any all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages and liabilities, including attorney s fees brought as a result of my involvement at Grand Canyon University, and to reimburse them for any such expenses incurred. Severability: The undersigned further expressly agrees that the foregoing waiver and assumption of risks agreement is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State of Arizona and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect. Acknowledgement of Understanding: I have read this Waiver and Release of Liability and fully understand in terms, and understand its terms, and understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue. I acknowledge that I am signing the agreement freely and voluntarily, and intend by my signature to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law. Printed Name of Participant Printed Name of Guardian (if participant is under 18) X / Signature of Participant / Date X / Signature of Guardian (if participant is under 18) / Date 18

19 GCU DANCERS TRYOUT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT & ACCEPTANCE Initial next to each statement to confirm your understanding and acceptance of the GCU Dance Team Tryout and commitment to team upon selection. I have carefully read and understand all content of the Grand Canyon University Dancers Tryout Packet. I certify that my information in this packet is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand and accept the judging panel s decision for the GCU Dance Team as final. I agree that should I be selected for the GCU Dance Team I will commit and fulfill all requirements of GCU Dancers. I agree that if I am selected for the GCU Dance Team and do not fulfill all requirements, I will be responsible for reimbursing the program for any financial loss, including the cost of camp, travel expenses, and apparel. I,, agree to the conditions stated above. Printed Name Signature of Applicant Date Signature of Guardian (if candidate is under 18) Print Name Date 19