TCU Showgirls Auditions and Clinics
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TCU SHOWGIRLS
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TCU Showgirls clinics are optional but highly recommended as the best way to prepare for auditions. These clinics provide a valuable opportunity to train and engage with the coaches and current Showgirls members. During these sessions, you'll learn various technical elements and style routines directly from our coaches and Showgirls members, offering a firsthand understanding of elite dance team performance and our audition process. All clinics are for high school and college students.
Sunday, October 19
*Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
*Location: Schollmaier Arena
*Cost: $100
*Spectator Pass: $10
Participant Registration: Register Here
Spectator Registration: Register Here
Spring Clinics Dates TBA
*Attire: Please wear any form-fitting athletic wear and sneakers (no black sole sneakers).
*Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
*Location: Schollmaier Arena
*Cost: $100
*Spectator Pass: $10
Participant Registration: Register Here
Spectator Registration: Register Here
Spring Clinics Dates TBA
*Attire: Please wear any form-fitting athletic wear and sneakers (no black sole sneakers).
Parking is available in Lots 6 and 7. See here for a map of TCU’s campus and visitor parking lots.
2026-27 TCU Showgirls Auditions
Date: April TBA
Location: Schollmaier Arena
IMPORTANT: The Online Audition Application (Link will open 1 month prior to audition) must be submitted no later than April TBA. Faxed, e-mailed, mailed, or forms brought in person will not be accepted. This is how you will register for the audition and receive audition materials. (found under “Important Links” on this page).
No videos will be accepted for the audition as all candidates are required to be seen by our judging panel in person.
SHOWGIRLS AUDITION PROCESS
Auditions will be an evaluation process during which cuts will be made throughout the day until approximately 22-30 candidates are selected. Candidates will be evaluated based on their elite skills, technique, strong work ethic, public speaking, performance quality, and overall ambassadorship.
*Tentative Audition Breakdown TBD*
Technique Requirements (not limited to)
Turns:
-Parallel Double Pirouette (Right & Left Side)
-A la seconde turn combination
Flexibility:
-High Kicks (Right & Left Side)
-Extension of Choice (Right & Left Side)
Jumps:
-Second Leap (Right & Left)
-Calypso (Right & Left)
-Switch Leap (Right & Left)
-Regular Jete (Right & Left Side)
Tricks:
*Not required but highly valued:
-headsprings, aerials, back walkover, front walkover
*Any other technical skill/tricks you would like to showcase
Audition Hair & Make-up:
*Showgirls wear their hair DOWN for all performances and appearances unless stated by the director. The way you style it should complement your features.
*Make-up shades should also complement your natural beauty. Please keep in mind we are a performance group, and therefor please wear makeup with false lashes that enhances your features from a distance.
July/August – Work Weeks
Over the summer, you will be required to learn multiple routines over video and maintain a workout and kick schedule. The team will re-gather prior to the start of school. The focus of this time is to touch-up and revisit skills, but mainly prep for all football games’ sidelines and routines. If final changes to team placement and positions are needed, they will be made based on the person's ability to maintain their performance level as well as their ability to work with their peers and coaches.
How to Prepare for TCU Showgirl Auditions
The TCU Showgirls encompass well rounded individuals of both good character and gameday spirit. Due to their high visibility within our community, we are looking for those that best represent the University in a positive way. How well you work with our coaches, each other, and receive corrections will be highly considered at auditions. In support of TCU athletic games and other appearances, commitment to a full year of participation is absolutely mandatory. Our active year begins in April with auditions and meets again in July/August for work weeks in prep for the Fall season. Games begin the first weekend in September and the season finishes up the following May. The TCU Showgirls support Horned Frog Athletics at football, basketball, and baseball games. In addition, they facilitate pep rallies and special appearances, including community service activities, alumni events, charitable events, and other events in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
We do not have a weight or height restriction as size ranges fluctuate from year to year, however candidates must possess sufficient physical fitness and proper training to execute all required skills.
Our clinics are helpful to gain an inside perspective on auditions and what it’s like to be a TCU Showgirl. It is also a good opportunity to attend one of our games to see the TCU Showgirls in action, as well as follow us on all our social media platforms. All portions of auditions are closed to the public. All candidates must be present at all parts of the auditions, and no videos will be accepted for the audition as all candidates are required to be seen by our judging panel in-person. The purpose of the audition is to choose the best all-around representatives for TCU Showgirls and Athletics.
For more information regarding TCU Showgirls, contact the TCU Spirit Director, Brittani McLaurin: B.MCLAURIN@tcu.edu.
Application to Audition
All participants must be full time TCU students, an incoming transfer student, or an incoming first year with proof of acceptance to TCU. Current students must be enrolled in 12+ hours to be eligible. Any applicants on the admissions waitlist can still audition and if selected for a roster spot, will have pending membership until full acceptance into the university is offered.
The Online Audition Application will open in April TBA. Faxed, e-mailed, mailed, or forms brought in person will not be accepted.
IMPORTANT: The following items are requested along with your online application and must be e-mailed directly to Spirit Director, Brittani McLaurin, B.MCLAURIN@tcu.edu. You will not be permitted to audition without the following items submitted:
The Online Audition Application will open in April TBA. Faxed, e-mailed, mailed, or forms brought in person will not be accepted.
IMPORTANT: The following items are requested along with your online application and must be e-mailed directly to Spirit Director, Brittani McLaurin, B.MCLAURIN@tcu.edu. You will not be permitted to audition without the following items submitted:
- Proof of Grades* / TCU Acceptance Letter
- Completed Spirit Tryout Physical Exam Form. Download here.
- Signed Medical Consent Form. If you are under 18, this form MUST be signed by a parent or legal guardian to audition. Download here.
- Copy of your Health Insurance Card (front & back)
- Audition Fee: $75. No other forms of payment will be accepted.
- Coach Recommendation Letter
* Those currently enrolled at TCU must include unofficial transcript (available at my.tcu.edu)
** First Year or Transfer Students must be in the process of admission to TCU prior to auditions. Please visit www.admission.tcu.edu for more information. In addition, we ask that you provide your status of admission to the University with a copy of your letter of acceptance or correspondence showing that you are on the waitlist.
**** Coach Recommendation Letter MUST be sent to a current coach and e-mailed from the participant’s coach directly to Spirit Director, Brittani McLaurin, B.MCLAURIN@tcu.edu.
● Applicants must provide complete insurance information to participate in audition. Squad members must maintain insurance all year to be an active team member.
● No videos will be accepted for TCU Showgirls Auditions. All participants must audition in person.
** First Year or Transfer Students must be in the process of admission to TCU prior to auditions. Please visit www.admission.tcu.edu for more information. In addition, we ask that you provide your status of admission to the University with a copy of your letter of acceptance or correspondence showing that you are on the waitlist.
**** Coach Recommendation Letter MUST be sent to a current coach and e-mailed from the participant’s coach directly to Spirit Director, Brittani McLaurin, B.MCLAURIN@tcu.edu.
● Applicants must provide complete insurance information to participate in audition. Squad members must maintain insurance all year to be an active team member.
● No videos will be accepted for TCU Showgirls Auditions. All participants must audition in person.
