Cheerleader Auditions

AUDITONS for the 2008 Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders

Be a part of the tradition as we celebrate our 25th anniversary in 2008!

Click here to download a PDF with more info.

Click here to view the MVC Audition video.

Make sure to visit the MVC FAQ for answers to all of the most frequently asked questions for the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders and the audition process!!!! 

• Must be at least 18 years of age as of Saturday, March 31, 2008
• Must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D.
• If selected, must reside or be willing to commute to the Minneapolis metro area for rehearsals, appearances, games, etc.
• Must be able to attend ALL rehearsals and other related activities
• Must be able to show proof of health insurance, age and diploma, as needed
• Provide a completed and signed application and release/waiver, which will be handed out at the door and will not mailed out before hand

Location: Winter Park – 9520 Viking Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Date: Saturday, March 29, 2008

Cost: $35 per session and $60 for both. 

Session I: Registration at 9 a.m. – ends at approximately 3 p.m.

Session II: Registration at 4:30 p.m. – ends at approximately 10 p.m.

• Bring application fee (cash or check made payable to Minnesota Vikings), wear warm ups or comfortable dance clothes, bring a notebook, pen, water bottle, snack, etc.

• You will be required to leave the facility following Session I and will be readmitted for Session II. There are many restaurants in the surrounding area, if needed.

• Session I will cover audition preparation guidance in the areas of hair styling, what to wear, make up application, resume preparation, photo selection, interviewing skills, public speaking, football and team knowledge, modeling, and more.

• Session II will cover audition preparation guidance in the areas of increasing flexibility, pom motion placement, hitting the crowd, kickline, technique skills, a sampling of what the audition choreography style will resemble and more.

• If you want to know what to expect at auditions, how to prepare and learn TONS of helpful hints you should attend this workshop! It will be fun and will prepare you for what to expect should you make the team. The workshop would be helpful for those looking to audition for another team (college, pro, etc.) as well or for those that would like to have fun just seeing what it would be like to be on the team for a day.

Location: Winter Park – 9520 Viking Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2008

Time: Call time is 9 am. End time will depend on the number of applicants. Plan a late end time and a long day!

• Here is your chance to be considered for the team! GO FOR IT!
• Please review all the questions on the FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section of this site for detailed information about tryouts. Auditions are closed to the public! Arrive dressed in form-fitting clothing and prepared to dance.

Lottery sign up for times will take place once those that have been selected to Training Camp are announced.    Interviews will be held at varying hours on Sunday and Monday, April 6 and 7, 2008.

Where: Winter Park – 9520 Viking Dr. Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Dates: April 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 24 and 28 from 6:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.

• We will train, condition and learn material for the Mall of America show during this time. You will also participate in the NFL Draft Party event on April 26^th.
• Training Camp is closed to the public. You must have qualified for Training Camp at Open Auditions.

Where: Mall of America, Bloomington, MN – Rotunda / 1^st floor, East Side

Date: Tuesday, April 29, 2008

Time: Show start time will be 6:30 PM.

• This is open to the public. There is limited seating.
• Final team selection will be announced online and by phone Wednesday, April 30, 2008.
• NOTE:  You must have been selected through Open Auditions, interviews and the training camp to be judged at the Final Auditions. We will not accept walk up applicants this day.