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Announcing 2023 Minnesota Vikings Cheerleader Auditions! The preliminary round of auditions will be held virtually. Virtual applications as well as a one-time processing fee of $25 will be collected up front and will constitute a candidate's intent to audition. Only candidates who apply and submit the processing fee by May 4th will be eligible to receive the choreography link and participate in the first round of the audition process. See below for full details regarding the audition process.

NOW – MAY 4 AUDITION REGISTRATION OPEN!

Audition Applications Due

Online audition applications must be submitted as an "intent to audition." A processing fee of $25 is also due at the time of submission. Applications must be submitted no later than Thursday, May 4th – 12:00 PM CDT. Only candidates who apply will be eligible to receive the choreography links for the first round of the audition process.

Virtual Audition Choreography Links

All eligible applicants will receive an email link with choreography and instructions on how to submit material for the first round of virtual auditions on Friday, May 5th – 12:00 PM CDT. Applicants will learn the choreography on their own and prepare personal audition videos.

Virtual Audition Choreography Videos & Headshot Due

Candidates will submit their choreography and introduction videos to the designated site (This information will be sent by email to eligible applicants). All videos will be evaluated by Minnesota Vikings staff/judges for accuracy of choreography, technical ability, skill level, style, and showmanship. A headshot is also required for identification purposes. Videos are due by Friday, May 12th – 12:00 PM CDT.

Training Camp Finalists Announced

All candidates will receive an email whether they have been chosen to advance to Training Camp or not by Monday, May 15th – 5:00 PM CDT. Those invited finalists must be available to attend all Training Camp practices in Minnesota. Training Camp is closed to the public. You must have qualified and been selected for Training Camp through the virtual audition process listed above. The number of candidates advancing will be based on the number of qualified applicants.

Rookie Finalists Virtual Interviews

Rookie Finalists will take part in virtual interviews with MVC Coaches and additional judges.

Veteran And Gap-Veteran Finalists In-Person Interviews

Veteran and gap-veterans finalists will take part in in-person interviews with MVC Coaches and additional judges.

May 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 30th, 31st In-Person Training Camp

Training camp finalists will receive an email with more information as well as next steps. Finalists will need to learn additional choreography. Practice will be tentatively held 6:30-9:30pm. Training camp locations will be held in person in the Twin Cities Metro area. Training camp may also include in-person interviews with MVC Coaches and additional judges.

Final Auditions

Final Auditions will potentially include performing Training Camp routines, new choreography, solos, technique/across the floor, football and team knowledge testing and group interviews. More details will be disclosed to finalists. Final Auditions will be held in person in the Twin Cities metro area.

2023-2024 MVC Team Announcement

The 2023 Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders will be announced. More details will be disclosed to finalists.

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Audition Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age by June 5, 2023, to audition.

• If selected, must reside or be willing to commute to the Minneapolis metro area for all rehearsals, appearances, games, etc.

• If selected, a mandatory team meeting will be held the week of June 6 for those local to the Twin Cities Metro area.

• Must be able to attend rehearsals, games and other related activities. Practices are held on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings.

• Must have a valid passport.

• Must be able to show age verification and a diploma, as needed.

• Must provide a completed and signed application and a release/waiver.

• If selected to the team, a one-year contract and commitment are required, along with agreement to abide by rules and guidelines and the employee handbook.

• A $25 Processing Fee is due at the time of application submission. *Non-refundable.

• Questions? Email: mvcauditions@vikings.nfl.net

What to Expect If You Make the Team

• PRACTICES: Weekly practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays (6:30 – 9:30 pm) and Sundays (5:30 – 9:30 PM). Practices will end when the football season ends. There may be other scheduled practices or events to prepare for. Special events or projects may fall during the offseason. Advance notice of practice times will be provided.

• GAMES: Most games are scheduled at noon on Sundays. There may be games scheduled on a Sunday or on Monday, Thursday or Saturday night. There will be a minimum of 10 home games. In general, MVC do not perform at away games.

• PART-TIME: As a reminder, this is a part-time position and team members are paid for all their work. This includes rehearsals, game day, appearances, photoshoots, meetings, etc.

• APPEARANCES: Appearances are a great way for the MVC to connect with our communities' charitable organizations and local businesses. Each MVC is expected to do appearances. We will work with you to find appearances that work with your schedule.

• PERSONAL WORKOUTS, TECHNIQUE, STUDY and REVIEW TIME: To be a successful MVC you should maintain your own personal workouts and allocate time to prepare (practice technique, review routines, etc.) for performances.

• MVC PERKS: MVC perks will vary year-to-year, but typically include hair salon visits, tanning salon visits, health club membership, medical spa visits, practice attire, social events, travel, photo shoots, etc.

• ADDITIONAL EVENTS: (not guaranteed for all MVC) can include the following: Team video and photoshoots, MVC youth programs, military base visits and tours (some may be overseas), regular appearances on TV and game day broadcasts and community appearances.

• ATTENDANCE: Attendance is very important. If you are selected as an MVC, then your team is counting on you to be present for practices, appearances and performances.

Announcing 2023 MVC Master Classes!

Join Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders and coaches for an insider look at the choreography, music, teaching style, and atmosphere of the current team.

We are holding four master classes in total. Classes will be held in person at TCO Performance Center in Eagan, MN. Each class will have a specific dance style and skill set to focus on, there will also be a Q&A with current team members and coaches. Classes are 2 hours in length. There is no virtual option for Master Classes.

Open to ages 16+ and all skill levels are welcome. Registration fees are non-refundable. Once registered an email with more information will be sent.

Friday, March 31 (6:30-8:30 PM)

Friday, April 7 (6:30-8:30 PM)

Friday, April 14 (6:30-8:30 PM)

Friday, April 21 (6:30-8:30 PM)

Cost: $25 per class