Please note:  As registration has outgrown our original venue, auditions have been rescheduled for Sunday, March 18th at the Scotiabank Dance Centre in Vancouver.  Auditions will take place over the course of one day.



Pre-Audition Dance Workshop & Information Session - FULL
Sunday, March 4th - 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Steve Nash Sports Club - Morgan Crossing
#120–15850 26th Avenue, Surrey
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Not sure if the Felions Dance Team is right for you?  Want to brush up on your skills before auditions?  Excited to meet your future teammates?  Join us for a dance workshop and information session designed to answer your questions and prepare you for the audition process.  You will learn a sample dance routine, and should come ready to dance.  This is a help session, not an audition, so relax and have fun!
 
It is advisable, but not necessary, to attend this workshop in order to audition.  There is a workshop registration fee of $10.00, which is separate from the audition registration fee.  Please note that space for the workshop is limited and filled on a first come basis.

Dance Team Auditions
Sunday, March 18th
Registration: 9:00 am
Auditions: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Scotiabank Dance Centre - NEW
677 Davie Street, Vancouver
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Felions hopefuls will be split into three time slots for auditions.  You will perform a simple across-the-floor dance routine for the judges.  There will also be an opportunity to show off tumbling and/or gymnastic skills (optional).

Finalist Interviews
Tuesday, March 20th
By appointment
BC Lions Practice Facility
10605 City Parkway, Surrey
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•    Register for auditions by filling out the ONLINE FORM. 
•    In order to audition, you must be a female high school graduate over the age of 19 as of June 15, 2012.
•    When you arrive at auditions, proceed downstairs to the registration area for check-in.  You will be given a consent form to fill out and will be asked to provide a $10.00 non-refundable application fee for registration.  Once the form has been filled out, please return it to the registration desk and provide a 4”x6” or larger COLOUR photo of yourself.
•    You must wear a sports bra (or short, sleeveless shirt), fitted shorts, and athletic shoes.  Anyone not wearing the required attire will be asked to change.
•    You should wear make-up and have your hair styled as if you were performing at the stadium on game day.
•    It is expected that you will be in good physical condition and that you have at least a modest level of dance experience.
•    Most importantly, come with a positive attitude, work hard, and have fun!



What is the judging criteria?
•    Dance ability
•    Physical appearance
•    Showmanship, make-up & crowd appeal (personality projection, enthusiasm, energy)
•    Poise
•    Interviews (finalists only)

How many people audition for the Felions?
Approximately 100 to 150 candidates audition each year to fill 32 to 36 final game day positions.  Previous Felions Dance Team members are required to audition for the 2012 season in order to make the team.  You must attend the tryouts on Sunday, March 18th for an opportunity to make the team as no further tryouts will take place.

What type of time commitment is involved if I make the team?
Being a Felion is a large commitment for nine months.  The Felions rehearse every Sunday at Steve Nash Sports Club (Morgan Crossing), from March 25th until the 100th Grey Cup on Sunday, November 25th.  Felions can miss a maximum of three rehearsals.
You will be required to perform at the BC Lions pre-season game and all nine BC Lions regular season home games, as well as one potential home playoff game. 

You will be required to participate in the 100th Grey Cup Festival and Championship, which will be held in Toronto from November 22nd to 26th.  This trip is paid for by the BC Lions Football Club in return for your participation in Felions fundraising initiatives, such as the Felions 2012/13 calendar.

The Felions also attend more than 200 corporate, charity and community events per calendar year as the face of the BC Lions Football Club.

Do the Felions get paid?
Felions Dance Team members are not compensated for rehearsals or game day performances; however, there are many opportunities for paid appearances throughout the year. 

Felions also receive two 2012 BC Lions season tickets and are provided with numerous sponsored services such as gym memberships, tanning, clothing discounts, and hair styling. 

If I make the team, will I be in the Felions Calendar?
Yes, all members of the Felions Dance Team will have the opportunity to be in the 2012/13 calendar.  Felions will also be required to sell these calendars throughout the season.

CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE FELIONS AUDITIONS REGISTRATION FORM

If you are unable to complete the online form or have any questions, please email felions@bclions.com or call (604) 930-5465.