Approximate Audition Schedule

Saturday, April 11, 2026

• 4:00–4:45 PM — Registration
• 5:00–5:15 PM — Group warm-up
• 5:15–6:00 PM — Across-the-floor technique round
• 6:30–8:00 PM — Learn jazz combination choreography
• 8:00–8:45 PM — Learn pom routine choreography
• Announcement of semi-finalists proceeding to Round 2

Sunday, April 12, 2026

• 9:00 AM — Group warm-up
• 9:15–11:00 AM — Perform jazz combination and pom routine in groups
• 11:00–11:45 AM — Callbacks (announcement of finalists / interview candidates)
• 12:00–12:45 PM — Lunch and change into interview attire
• 1:00–5:00 PM — Interviews
• Hurricanettes team announced online that evening

Audition Appearance

Please wear all-black attire both days: crop / sports-bra style top, booty shorts (not high-waisted), white sneakers or cheer shoes, and jazz shoes. Outfits may be embellished with stones or sequins. No tights, tattoos must be covered, no piercings (stud earrings only). Hair down with full performance makeup. Please arrive as you would look for a Game Day — we want to be able to imagine you in our uniform. Reference our social media for hair and makeup styles.

Registration

Candidates will receive a number to wear both days of the audition weekend. Please provide a current headshot upon check-in (this will not be returned).

First Day

We begin with technique and across the floor — flexibility (splits, kicks), turns, leaps, extensions, and power. Judges look for dance technique as well as performance and athleticism. Dancers then learn a jazz routine and pom routine. Choreography may be performed in small groups, with semi-finalists taking the choreography home to practice and perform again for judges the next day.

Second Day

Dancers are divided into small groups of 3–4 to showcase splits, kicks, and perform both routines back-to-back. It is highly recommended to watch performance videos on our YouTube to gain awareness of the Hurricanettes "dance style" and to have an idea of pom choreography.

Cuts / Interview

Please dress in business attire and be prepared to present yourself in a professional manner. Judges value appearance and honesty when evaluating potential members.

Tryouts last as long as it takes the judges to make their decisions. We hope to be done by 5:00 PM, but be prepared for an earlier or later finish. Please bring snacks and water to help get you through the long day of auditions. Selected squad members will be announced online that evening with an email invitation to join the new Miami Hurricanettes!

Please email txg554@miami.edu with any clarification inquiries on audition expectations.

Fall & Spring Commitment

Dance team members receive class credit for both semesters. The regular practice schedule is as follows:

• Monday / Wednesday / Friday — 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
• Select Saturdays — 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Football games and travel take up the entire day

Dance team members must be back in Miami prior to school for camp, which begins at least 10 days before classes start.

Performances

The Dance Team performs at athletic, campus, alumni, media, and community service events throughout the year:

• All home football games, post-season travel, Bowl Game, and select away games
• Select home men's and women's basketball games, volleyball, and soccer games
• Media events: TV promotions, sponsorship promotions, photo shoots, and more
• Campus events: pep rallies, grand openings, recognition ceremonies
• Alumni events: homecoming, presentations, and award ceremonies