2025 Competition Team Tryout Info (Dates and Times at the bottom)
Shooting Stars
Dancers: Ages 5-7 Years Old
Required Classes: 1 Hour Ballet, 1 Hour Jazz, 1 Hour Acro, All Team Rehearsals
Commitment: - Up to 1 Competitive Routines - Up to 2 Competitions
Tuition: $150/mo
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Moon Light
Dancers: Ages 7-10 Years Old
Required Classes: 1 Hour Ballet, 1 Hour Jazz, 1 Hour Acro, 1 Hour Tap and All Team Rehearsals
Commitment: - Up to 2 Competitive Routines - Up to 3 Competitions
Tuition: $240/mo
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Lightning
Dancers: Ages 10-13 Years Old
Required Classes: 2 Hour Ballet, 1 Hour Jazz, 1 Hour Acro, 1 Hour Contemporary, 1 Hour Tap, 1 Hour Ballroom and All Team Rehearsals
Commitment: - Up to 2 Competitive Routines - Up to 4 Competitions
Tuition: $255/mo
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Thunder
Dancers: Ages 13-15 Years Old
Required Classes: 1.5 Hour Ballet, 1 Hour Jazz, 1 Hour Acro, 1 Hour Contemporary. 1 Hour Tap and All Team Rehearsals
Commitment: - Up to 3 Competitive Routines - Up to 4 Competitions
Tuition: $265/mo
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We are with you every step of the process
"At Phoenix Storm, we’re more than a team—we’re a family of dedicated dancers who inspire each other to reach new heights. Our program blends passion, precision, and creativity, giving every performer the chance to shine locally and beyond while growing into the best version of themselves." — Judi Friedman, Director of Phoenix Storm
1. August 2025 Tryouts!
Tryout Details
Open Auditions: August 21st, 2025 | 5:00–8:00 PM
Finalist Callbacks: August 23rd, 2025 | 12:00 PM – Invitation Only
Who: Dancers ages 4–18
Cost: $15 per dancer
2. Tryout Structure
How will tryouts work?
Dancers will participate in:
- Across-the-floor combinations - Technique evaluations - Short choreographed routines in multiple styles (jazz, lyrical/contemporary, hip hop, and more, if applicable)
Judges will be looking for:
- Strong technique - Performance quality and stage presence - Ability to quickly learn and adapt to choreography - A positive attitude, teamwork, and professionalism
3. Placement
Call Back Process
Dancers invited to callbacks will receive an email the evening of August 21st.
Callback auditions will include more focused evaluations, potential interviews, and group work to assess collaboration, versatility, and leadership qualities.
4. Team Placement
Results and Expectations
Results & Next Steps: - Audition results and team placements will be emailed by Sunday, August 24th.
- Accepted team members will need to confirm their placement and submit contracts by Sunday, August 31st.
Important Reminders: - Check in 30 minutes prior to the start of auditions.
- Please bring an 8x10 printed headshot or a clear photo of yourself. - Wear appropriate dance attire and bring all necessary dance shoes.
Team Expectations for the 2025–2026 Season: - Weekly required rehearsals and technique classes
- Mandatory participation in local competitions (with potential opportunities for national competitions)
- Required attendance at all team events
- Additional opportunities for solos, duos, and trios available by invitation
