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2007 FELIONS AUDITIONS

Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2007 3:25 pm
by D
2007 FELIONS AUDITIONS

If you would like to have the exciting opportunity to perform for thousands of fans at each Lions home games, make public appearances, support hundreds of charity and community groups and model in a calendar.... you want to be a part of this!!!

The BC Lions Felions Dance Team will be conducting auditions for the 2007 Felions Dance Team on Saturday March 10th, 2007 at the Scotiabank Dance Centre (677 Davie St, Vancouver) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Registration begins at 9:00 AM.

To pre-register, download the pre-registration form here and email it to felions@bclions.com or fax it to 604-661-3616.
NEW FOR 2007 ? FELIONS PREP CLASS

The Felions Dance Team is pleased to be offering an audition-prep class to help aspiring-Felions prepare for tryouts.

The 1 ? hour prep dance class will provide participants with an overview of the style of dance combinations similar to those performed at Auditions and at all BC Lions games.

Appropriate dance attire is required, no hard soled shoes please.

This class is limited to the first 30 paid registrants. No refunds will be provided for no-shows.

Confirmation will be provided by email. Please bring a copy of this email to the class.

When: Sunday March 4th, 2007

Where: Denman Fitness 1731 Comox St Vancouver 604.688.2484 - http://www.denmanfitness.com. Pay Parking available below the facility

Time: 3:30 PM ? 5:00 PM

* Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class start for check-in

Cost: $20.00 plus GST (Payment only by VISA or MasterCard)

To register, please click here to download the registration form, then fax to 604-661-3616.

For more information on the prep class and the 2007 Auditions, please contact Jennifer at 604.661.3620 or email felions@bclions.com.
WHO ARE THE FELIONS?

They are the 34 beautiful and talented women that represent the BC Lions Football Club at community, charity and corporate events in an energetic, informed and professional manner.

They are one of the premiere Dance Teams in the CFL in reputation ? setting and maintaining the highest standards of excellence in appearance, talent and dedication to community service.

The Felions contribute to the exciting and interactive experience of game day at all BC Lions home games with energy, enthusiasm and team spirit.

They?re driven by their love and passion for dance, performance, CFL football and BC Lions team spirit!

The Felions love what they do and it shows!
WHAT TO EXPECT

When you arrive, proceed to the registration area for check-in. You will be given an application form to fill out and will be asked to provide a $10.00 non-refundable application fee for registration (Cash Only). Once the form has been filled out, please return it to the registration desk and provide a 4x6" or larger headshot. Please note that the photo is not used in the evaluation process, rather as a form of identification. Once you have registered, you will be given an audition number to be worn on the front of your attire. Please ensure this number is visible at all times.

On Day One, you will be taught basic, across-the-floor routines that you will perform in groups in front of a panel of judges. There will also be a short freestyle portion to the Tryouts. Twice throughout, a group of finalists will be announced; the final group will perform at the public Finalist Showcase and participate in the interview process.

Required Attire

Please wear only dance/athletic attire such as a sports bra/half tank and shorts or a skort. No long pants or tights please. Wear only dance or athletic shoes. Make-up and hairstyle should be worn how you envision wearing it with the uniform on game day.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What are the judging criteria?

* Physical Appearance
* Showmanship & crowd appeal (personality projection, enthusiasm, energy!)
* Dance ability including general rhythm and coordination as well as ability to pick up choreography
* Interviews (Finalists only)

How many people audition for the Felions? 100 - 150 candidates audition each year to fill the 34 final game day positions. All candidates must attend the March 10th & 11th tryouts for an opportunity to make the team, no further tryouts will take place.

Do veterans have to re-audition each season? Felions that have been on the team for the entire previous season are required to re-audition, however they will join the are only required to attend the second half of tryouts to participate in the Finalist Showcase. Veterans are required to attend the Interview process.

Do the Felions get paid? Felions Dance Team members do not get paid for being on the team. Each member receives two (2) 2007 season tickets, numerous sponsored services such as gym membership, tanning, clothing discounts as well as hair and make-up services. Felions are not compensated for rehearsals or game day performances however most appearances other than Charity are paid. Opportunities for paid appearances are numerous but not guaranteed.

What type of time commitment is involved if I make the team? Being a Felion is a huge commitment! Attendance at all 10 home games plus playoffs, rehearsals, photo shoots, appearances and BC Lions team events is mandatory. The Felions attend up to 200 corporate, charity and community events per calendar year as representatives of the BC Lions Football Club. All Felions are expected to make the trip to Grey Cup 2007 in Toronto from November 23 ? 26, 2007.

Come with a positive attitude, work hard, put in 100% and most importantly have fun!!

Re: 2007 FELIONS AUDITIONS

Posted: Wed Jan 24, 2007 11:14 pm
by Robbie
D wrote:2007 FELIONS AUDITIONS

The BC Lions Felions Dance Team will be conducting auditions for the 2007 Felions Dance Team on Saturday March 10th, 2007 at the Scotiabank Dance Centre (677 Davie St, Vancouver) from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Registration begins at 9:00 AM.

To pre-register, download the pre-registration form here and email it to felions@bclions.com or fax it to 604-661-3616.
http://www.bclions.com/themes/bc2/pdfs/ ... 07_app.pdf
NEW FOR 2007 ? FELIONS PREP CLASS

The Felions Dance Team is pleased to be offering an audition-prep class to help aspiring-Felions prepare for tryouts.

When: Sunday March 4th, 2007

Where: Denman Fitness 1731 Comox St Vancouver 604.688.2484 - http://www.denmanfitness.com. Pay Parking available below the facility

Time: 3:30 PM ? 5:00 PM

* Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class start for check-in

Cost: $20.00 plus GST (Payment only by VISA or MasterCard)

To register, please click here to download the registration form, then fax to 604-661-3616.
http://www.bclions.com/themes/bc2/pdfs/ ... ep_app.pdf

Good luck, Ladies!

Posted: Thu Jan 25, 2007 11:58 am
by Dan_Payne_fan!!
Good Luck!!

Posted: Mon Jan 29, 2007 3:41 pm
by Robbie
A few other CFL teams are also about to hold auditions soon.

Montreal Alouettes Cheerleaders:
http://en.montrealalouettes.com/index.p ... ge&id=6035

Calgary Stampeders Outriders:
http://www.stampeders.com/index.php?module=page&id=2027

Edmonton Eskimos Cheer Team:
http://www.esks.com/default.asp?V_DOC_ID=891 (requires men as well)

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Posted: Sat Mar 10, 2007 1:52 am
by Dan Russell
Robbie wrote:A few other CFL teams are also about to hold auditions soon.

Montreal Alouettes Cheerleaders:
http://en.montrealalouettes.com/index.p ... ge&id=6035

Calgary Stampeders Outriders:
http://www.stampeders.com/index.php?module=page&id=2027

Edmonton Eskimos Cheer Team:
http://www.esks.com/default.asp?V_DOC_ID=891 (requires men as well)

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Anyone spys scouting those tryouts and reporting back. We need to keep on top of these things. Stay one step ahead of the competition.

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 1:09 pm
by woody
Here are some pictures from the felion auditions!
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Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 2:25 pm
by bb_21
Were there a lot of returning vets auditioning? Looks like a lot of new faces.

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 3:14 pm
by Ballistic Bob
I see Christa peeking out from behind a fine bunch of new Felion hopefuls. BB

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 3:25 pm
by smphantom
Ballistic Bob wrote:I see Christa peeking out from behind a fine bunch of new Felion hopefuls. BB
Some fine looking behinds too! 8)

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 5:32 pm
by Robbie
bb_21 wrote:Were there a lot of returning vets auditioning? Looks like a lot of new faces.
Actually, there were not too many veterans returning. As C4L mentioned in that other thread in the Events forum, a lot of Felions from last year were not at the auditions again. There were indeed quite a lot of hopefuls auditioning for the first time.

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 9:47 pm
by woody
More Felion pics!
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Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:13 pm
by Canuck_4_Life
My guess would be about half of last year's squad was back.

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:15 pm
by Robbie
Great pictures, Woody!

Did you take any pictures of the group shot at the end when all of them gathered on the stage?

even more felion pics!

Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:18 pm
by woody
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Is the Felion on the right in this picture Yasmine a returning Felion?
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Posted: Mon Mar 12, 2007 10:23 pm
by TheLionKing
I like the look of this crop !