Please complete the questionnaire below and attach a current color photograph. Return your application, along with $60 registration fee, to the Jacksonville Sharks. Fax: 866.611.2116 *** If you choose to fax your application please e-mail your color photo to attack@jaxsharks.com *** Mail: Jacksonville Sharks Attn: Attack Dance Team Tryouts 1000 W. Bay St. Jacksonville, FL 32204 Email: attack@jaxsharks.com
Pre-Tryout Prep Classes The #1 way to prepare for Shark Attack Auditions! Learn a game-style routine Have a q&a with Attack Directors Get audition tips Learn what being a Attack Dancer is all about Prep Class Dates: Monday, September 23 Tuesday, September 24 Wednesday, September 25 9:00-10:00 p.m. 9:00-10:00 p.m. 9:00-10:00 p.m. All classes will be held at First Class Athletics, located at 6026 Bowdendale Ave. in Jacksonville Wear comfortable attire and shoes with a non-marking sole Cost: $30 per clinic or $70 for all three, payable by cash or credit card Auditions: Prelims: Friday, September 27, 6:00-9:30 p.m. Learn material from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Preliminary Round: 8:00-9:30 p.m. Semi-Finals: Saturday, September 28, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Semi-Finals from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Finalists stay to learn Finals material from 12:00-2:00 p.m. Interviews: Week of September 30 - October 5 Schedule interviews individually Talent: Finals: Friday, October 4, 6:00-10:00 p.m. Saturday, October 5, time TBD Learning, Prelims, Semi-Finals, Interviews and Talent will be held at First Class Athletics The time and location for Finals will be announced at a later date Cost: $60, payable by cash or credit card
Audition Requirements Female Dancers who are 18 years of age or older by the audition date. Must be available for all phases of the audition process and be prepared to stay as long as necessary (no exceptions!) Must provide one non-returnable headshot and one non-returnable full-body shot (5 x7 or larger preferred). Photos are used for identification purposes. Professional photo is not mandatory. Photos should be a current representation of what you look like or will look like at the audition. Must be of good moral character and successfully complete all pre-employment screening. The Jacksonville Sharks are a drug-free workplace. Must live in the Jacksonville Metro area. Must have dependable transportation to rehearsals, games, and appearances. Must have a flexible schedule (with an emphasis on flexible evenings) and the ability to commit to the Jacksonville Sharks Attack Dance Team schedule, which includes but is not limited to attendance at all rehearsals, all designated home games, community, charitable, and corporate event appearances for ONE FULL YEAR. ** If you cannot commit for the next year, please do not audition. Audition Attire Dance or athletic half-top (stomach must be showing) Hot pants, dance trunks, or shorts (no full or capri length pants) Shoes with non-marking soles Performance ready hair and make-up What We Are Looking For Showmanship, personality, energy, and enthusiasm Professionalism and maturity Dancers who are well spoken and can represent the Jacksonville Sharks in a professional manner at all times Dance technique and style Consistent positive attitude Strong teamwork skills Physical fitness and personal appearance Ability and desire to commit to the job for ONE FULL YEAR
GENERAL INFORMATION First Name: Middle Name: Last Name: Birth date: Home Address: City: State: Zip Code: Home Phone Number: Cell Phone Number: Email Address: Height: (ft. in). Weight: lbs. Hair Color: Eye Color: EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Employer: Hours per week at job: Occupation at Job: Supervisors Name: Work Phone Number: COLLEGE EDUCATION University / College Name: Hours per week at school: Graduation Date: College Major: College Minor: HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION High School Name: High School City: High School State: High School Graduation Date:
FURTHER INFORMATION Awards & Honors (may include sports, gymnastics, dance, fitness, etc): Reference 1 Name: Reference 1 Title: REFERENCES Relationship to Reference 1: Hobbies & Interests: Reference 1 Phone Number: Reference 2 Name: Performance Background: Reference 2 Title: Relationship to Reference 2: Hidden Talents (i.e. singing, tap dancing): Career Goals: Community Service / Activities: Why I wish to become a Jacksonville Shark Attack Dance Team member? Reference 2 Phone Number: WEBSITE BIO INFORMATION (This information will be publicly displayed on WEB) Favorite Book: Favorite Movie: Most prized possession: Favorite guilty pleasure: Do you have a pet?: What 3 words best describe you?: Favorite thing about Jacksonville?: How did you hear about the Auditions?:
I hereby declare that the information provided by me in this Application istrue, correct, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand thatif selected as an Attack Dance Team member, any misstatement or omission of fact on this Application shall be cause for immediate dismissal. PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE RELEASE AND WAIVER BELOW. RELEASE AND WAIVER As an inducement to and in consideration of my participation in the selection process for, my selection to, or my acting from time to time as a member of, the Attack Dance Team, I hereby agree to comply with all rules and regulations of The Jacksonville Sharks; consent to, approve and authorize the Jacksonville Sports Group, LLC, the Jacksonville Sharks,, its subsidiaries, successors, assigns, and licensees, to the use and reproduction of my name, voice, statements, picture and likeness, including, but not limited to, still photograph, motion picture film, radio, television, and videotape, for any and all purposes (advertising, commercial, or otherwise) in any medium worldwide; acknowledge that no claim, demand, or request for payment of whatsoever nature in any way arising out of or related to said use and reproduction will ever be made by me; acknowledge that my continued acting as a dancer is at The Jacksonville Sharks sole and absolute discretion; agree that I shall do nothing which will expose The Jacksonville Sharks or me to public disrepute, contempt, scandal, or ridicule or which would reflect adversely upon the Jacksonville Sharks or me; agree to promptly attend all tryouts and scheduled practice sessions and perform at such games, exhibitions, charitable, educational, and civic promotions as The Jacksonville Sharks shall direct or request; agree to return my complete uniform on request; agree not to use the name, trademark, insignia, or logotype of The Jacksonville Sharks without prior permission; agree that for five (5) years after my ceasing to be a Jacksonville Shark Dancer, I will not hold myself out as having any continuing relationship with The Jacksonville Sharks, directly or indirectly engage in any activities competitive with the Attack Dance Team, or have any engagement, public or private, with any reference to or identification with the The Jacksonville Sharks; specifically acknowledge that there is a tangible risk of personal injury attendant to arena football contests; specifically waive, release and discharge Jacksonville Sports Group, LLC, the Jacksonville Sharks, City of Jacksonville, Florida, the Arena Football League (and its member clubs) and their officers, directors, employees, and agents, of and from any and all loss, charge, expense, cause of action, suit, claim, and demand, directly or indirectly, arising out of or in any manner related to said tryouts, cheerleading practices, performances, appearances, exhibitions, promotions or the playing of any professional football game. Print full name Date Signature Date