Cheerleaders

Junior Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders

2009 Junior MVC Information

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The Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders Junior Cheerleader (JR MVC) program is designed specifically to promote self-esteem, pride, commitment and discipline among young women ages 3 - 14 years old. This program offers a rare and special opportunity to perform during a professional production in front of 64,000 Minnesota Vikings fans at the Metrodome. JR MVC will attend rehearsal sessions were they will learn stretches, warm ups, dance and technique and choreography from the Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders. Junior MVC will participate in clinics taught by the team and will have the opportunity to be involved in our “healthy habit” discussions. Participants are divided into small groups by their age and work closely with their "big sister" MVC. No tryouts are required! This program is tailored to girls of all ages and ability levels.

We are excited to be performing princess theme this summer!!

To register fill out all of these forms:

Click here for a printable registration form and video order form
Click here for the Release/Waiver form
Click here for Ticket Order from

** Please note: This is our second year for this Junior costume. We have new designs on every other year to save you money!

DETAILS:
- Participants must be 3 - 14 years of age to participate. Different levels of participation are offered based on the age groups.
- Performers age 3 – 5 will be in our Junior Angels.
- Angels must be 3 years of age by August 1, 2009 –
- NO EXCEPTIONS!
- Must be potty trained and able to separate from parents to work with the group instructor(s).
- Angels are only offered in August!!
- Performers age 6 – 14 will be our Junior MVC
- Juniors must be 6 years of age by August 1, 2009!!!
- As a member of the JR Cheerleaders and Angel programs you will receive 2 free game tickets (location of seats will be in the upper deck and assigned based on availability). All other game tickets much be purchased on your own through the ticket office. Ticket orders, for additional seats are due to the ticket office by August 7th.
- July 31st is the registration deadline! Don't delay!
- Junior Angels will attend rehearsals, as noted above in a shortened capacity. They will participate in a similar fashion to the JR MVC but will not have as long of rehearsals and will not learn as much choreography. At that age, we feel coming to learn a shorter routine/combo, getting a uniform, getting their photo done and performing at the game with the JR MVC in a simple capacity allows the younger siblings and future JR MVC the chance to experience what JR MVC will be like at a level that is still fun for them. Junior Angels will be grouped together and have a “MVC Leader” to direct them at all times. They will be the cutest ones on the field!

Rehearsal Dates:
All rehearsals are mandatory for performance during halftime!
Saturday, August 15th from 1:30 -5:30 PM ***Angels will rehearse from 3:30 – 5:30 PM only!
Sunday, August 16th from 1:30 – 5:30 PM ***Angels will rehearse from 3:30 – 5:30 PM only!
Thursday, August 20th from 6:30 – 8:30 PM – Dress Rehearsal
There will be a pre-game rehearsal at the Dome on game day also! (See below.)
** Register with a friend!

Rehearsal Location:
Winter Park Field House in Eden Prairie, MN.
Please enter through the loading dock garage door off of Washington Ave.

Directions from 494:
-Exit 169 North
-Exit Valley View Rd. Turn left onto Valley View Rd.
-Turn left onto Washington Ave.
-The Winter Park Field House facility will be on your right side.
-Please enter through loading dock door off of Washington Ave.

You may park along Washington Avenue on the West side of the road. Follow the “No Parking” signs please.

Address:
Minnesota Vikings / Winter Park training facility
9520 Viking Drive
Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Performance Date:
Friday, August 21, 2009 - Vikings vs. Chiefs – 7 PM kick-off
*** Times, directions and further details regarding game day will be given out during the rehearsals. Plan to arrive at the Metrodome on game day at approx 3 PM for a final pre-game rehearsal.

Participation Fee:
See the registration form for full details and pricing.
A sibling discount is available. This discount offer is good for siblings only, not relatives, etc.

MVC Junior Cheerleader Package includes:
- An official MN Vikings Junior Cheerleader T-shirt ($28 retail value)
- Set of official JR MVC poms ($60 retail value)
- Official JR MVC replica costume with go-go boots/spats ($190 retail value)
- Game day ticket for participant and for (1) parent/guardian. 2 total seats ($120 retail value)
- A game day snack is provided for the dancer. (Value $5)
- One-on-one coaching by members of the current MVC team and the MVC coaching staff during the clinics/rehearsals!
- Official choreography & performance during a professional production. (Retail value -priceless!)
- Pictures and autographs with the current Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders.
- Official certificate of participation in the 2009 MN Vikings Junior Cheerleading Program. Awards are given for repeat seasons with the program!!
- Participation in a photo session with the MVC for the “JR MVC team picture”
- AND MORE!!!!

Rules & Regulations
- No tryouts required!
- Bring a water bottle to practices. No food is allowed into the field house during rehearsals! Please eat before arriving.
- Register by July 31st!
- No refunds on money, t-shirts, costumes, JR merchandise or alterations on sizing will be allowed.
- Parents must pick-up and drop-off their child each day. A matching wristband will be issued at the time of drop-off each day. Parents will be asked to leave during actual rehearsal time. All practices are closed to the public.
- A full refund will be given to participants should the program fill and your registration not be accepted!! No refunds can be offered. A discount for future programs can be given, minus the hard cost of items ordered for the event.

2009 Junior Cheerleader Notes

* Registration Forms and Video orders can be mailed to the MVC JR Cheerleader address listed on the order form. You may order a video tape or DVD of the performance with the video order form. The video/DVD will be a game day performance video and we do not guarantee that every child will be filmed. (See registration form)
* A confirmation letter of your acceptance into the program (based on a first come, first serve policy) will be e-mailed out upon receipt of your registration. The final confirmation e-mail, to come out August 10th, will include more detailed information and answers to your last minute questions.
* If you are traveling in from out of state, just a notice that there are many hotels in the surrounding area, especially off of the corner of Hwy. 100 and Int. 494. Make it a vacation!
* Junior MVC Cheerleader merchandise will be available! The official Junior Cheerleader items including parent T-shirt, hair bows, bags, etc. These items will be available during camp. Sizes and availability cannot be guaranteed.
* There will be a parent meeting to review and discuss the game day events and the activities for the week. This meeting will be held at the end of practice and times and dates will be outlined in your confirmation mailing. Plan to attend!
* Please print off details from the website (this page) so you will have them handy for your reference.
**Some parents are saying………….”This is the best priced camp you will find anywhere! You will get more items, have more fun and make memories to last a lifetime – all for a great camp cost!”

* MVC All Star Team MISSION STATEMENT -
To provide a well-developed dance program for youth that will not only advance the skill level of dancers, but will encourage community involvement, teamwork, dedication, strong work ethic, respect and improve upon self-esteem in a more detailed and dedicated way then JR MVC.
We are excited to announce that this year, during JR MVC rehearsals you will have the option to be “observed” by the MVC All Star Coaches during the JR MVC camp week. You will have the opportunity to be selected to be on this ELITE performance team by participating!! The MVC All Stars consist of dancers that practice weekly during the year at Winter Park and then perform at Vikings games, in the community and in 2009 will compete against other All Star teams. Additional fees are associated with the program for costuming, competition fees, etc. The team had an amazingly successful season last year. We have three of our most veteran alumni MVC captains as coaches/assistants for the program. They work on team skills, dance technique, cheers and performance qualities. This team will be an INVITE ONLY group! Auditions/invitations will be handed out during the MVC JR program to those that have asked to be considered. So, if you think this might be for your JR MVC check the box showing interest in being considered. Our coaches will be on hand to access the dancers without making it noticeable to them or making them have to go through a “formal audition”. We want it to be fun!!! This is optional and our hope is that the girls who are not interested will barely even notice the audition is happening around them. Please consider this exciting opportunity for your dancer! There will be a parent informational meeting from 5:30 – 6 PM on Saturday, August 15th to review more details and answer questions.

Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders All Stars

The Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders All Stars are a team of young women (ages 5-14) who will be involved in community service, dance performances and 2 competitions. The MVC All Stars rehearse under the direction of co-coaches and former MVCs Stephanie Baker and Katie Roback. The team will compete and perform at multiple venues throughout the season including the UPA Americup Championship and a plaza and pre-game performance at a Vikings Game.

Auditions will be held during the Junior Cheerleaders Camp held August 15-21st (must attend camp to be considered). Basic dance technique, flexibility and attitude will be assessed. Previous dance experience is helpful but not mandatory. Please take a look at the following link for more details about why your daughter should tryout for the MVC All Stars team!

THANK YOU for your interest in the JR MVC, Angels and All Star Program!
The 2009 MVC can’t wait to see you!!

*** 2009 will be our BEST JUNIOR MVC PROGRAM to date!
Below please find photos of some of the Optional Merchandise you may find during our camps.