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Texas Pro Dance Convention 2012Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CT) |
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Event Details
Are you a current, former or prospective professional dancer or cheerleader? Does your team need freshchoreography? Would you like to meet others in the industry or hear about audition opportunities?
Then get ready for the Texas Pro Dance Workshop in Houston, TX on Saturday, January 28, 2012!
AGENDA
** Learn choreography from elite alumni and directors
** Representing the NFL, NBA, AFL, MLS, and MLB
** Get tips from the pros on fitness, nutrition, makeup, attire and more
** Network with other performers from Texas (and beyond!)
** Receive giveaways from sponsors including attire and cosmetics
COSTS
** Morning (9:00am-12:00pm): $45 Register Now!
** Afternoon (1:00pm-4:00pm): $45 Register Now!
** Full day (9:00am-4:00pm): $79 Register Now!
** Discount: 15% off early bird registration before January 18, 2012!
** Groups: Receive one free admission with the enrollment of two full day admissions
** Refund Policy: In the event of cancellation, all fees will be refunded in full as well as discount to attend future Going Pro event. If attendee withdraws, 75% of registration fees may be refunded through 3 days prior to the event. Registrations are not refundable within 48 hours prior to the event start time.
** Event Tank Top: $26.50, available in sizes Small, Medium, Large. May purchase online to reserve your size, available in limited sizes at the event.
CHOREOGRAPHERS
Our choreographers are top alumni and directors of dance and cheer teams in the NFL, NBA, AFL, MLB and other sports leagues. They will teach 4 sidelines and 2 routines in length of 45-60 seconds, representing all major sports leagues. Read choreographer bios and view photos here!
**Lindsay Dove, 2 year NFL cheerleader, Houston
**Brittany Heffner, 2 team NBA dancer, Houston & San Antonio
**Lindsay Slott, 2 year NFL cheerleader, Houston
**Daisy Garcia Mastroianni, NBA dancer, Houston; MLS dancer, Houston
PRESENTERS
Featuring experts in the area of fitness, hair, makeup, and interview skills.
**Theresa Rocabado, owner of My Make-Up Rocks, began her career as a professional makeup artist over 12 years ago. She has been represented by World Wide Modeling Agencies, trained under celebrity Makeup artists, hairstylists and has worked for MAC Cosmetics as the Freelance Coordinator for the Houston Region as well as many other cosmetic lines. You can find her work in national magazine publications, as well as local, on TV and many other print/media. She is currently the official makeup artist for Rod Ryan’s 94.5 The Buzz Hottie Posse.Theresa keeps herself up-to-date on the most current trends and products. She prides herself in finding the best there is for Houston heat and humidity. Whether your skin is dry or oily or your hair is fine or frizzy, she has the products that will work all day at keeping you looking your best for any occasion! She leaves you with the confidence to walk into any room, saying “My Beauty ROCKS!”
** Eric Perez Salon has been in existence for over five years, and is located in the Galleria area of Houston, Texas. Our services range from modern haircutting and styling techniques to classic precision haircuts and color. We also specialize in extensions, thermal hair straightening and deep conditioning treatments that will leave your hair looking healthier and shinny! Our mission at Eric Perez Salon is to exceed each client's expectations by creating an experience that nurtures the spirit, relaxes the body and mind and brings out personal beauty and style enabling each client to have fun and enjoy their time in our care. All our actions reflect professional ethics, integrity and our belief in the value of building long term mutually-rewarding relationships with our clients! Kindly allow us to service your hair needs and we look forward to meeting you!
LOCATION
WAIVER FORM
A liability and image release form is required and will be emailed to you upon registration or may be downloaded here. Please bring it with you to the event. Participants ages 16-17 must have authorization by a parent or guardian.
CONTACT EVENT DIRECTORS
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We would like to thank our sponsors! Meet representatives and receive door prizes from the following companies! Add your business here! Contact us for sponsorship opportunities starting at $35.00.
GO WILD! WEAR BY ANGELA KING DESIGNS
Go Wild! Wear by Angela King Designs is your premier source for today's hottest styles in professional cheerleading and dance. Whether you are looking for audition outfits, rehearsal wear, a performance costume, or accessories, AKD's Go Wild! collection includes the most sought after designs in the industry. Select from a wide range of fabrics including solids, sparkle and sequins, and embellish with rhinestones, logowork, embroidery and more. Their unique designs and 20 year history in the pro-cheerleading industry includes major brands in the NFL, NBA, NHL, UFL, and beyond. Service is top notch, with alumni pro cheerleaders representing multiple major markets in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and other international territories. Don't wait! Now's the time to experience perfection. Visit www.gowildwear.com.
SCIENCE CHEERLEADER
Darlene Cavalier is a Philadelphia NBA alumni dancer who founded the Science Cheerleader to unite the citizen’s desire to be heard and valued, the scientist’s growing interest in the public’s involvement, and government’s need to garner public support. The Science Cheerleader features cheerleaders and dancers who work in or study science, math, engineering, health and other related fields. Launched in 2010, the Science Cheerleaders performance team has rocked the industry with live performances, ground breaking online videos and even shattered a world record! In 2012, the Science Cheerleaders will perform in the Bay Area, Dallas, Washington, DC and other cities across the United States. Submit your application to join the performance team by visiting www.sciencecheerleader.com.
BOMBSHELL BOOTCAMP

Fitness instructors Cari Shoemate and Carrie Barnhart have teamed up to whip you into shape! Cari is a fitness expert and is the trainer for the NBA Houston Rockets Power Dancers and Carrie is a fitness instructor who is also the former Captain of the Rockets Power Dancers (2005-2010)! They have created an all-levels bootcamp with dynamic workouts that include a mix of cardio, strength training, plyometrics, boxing and even yoga. We offer 6-week package or you can do a drop-in class for $15. Email us for more details: info@bombshell-bootcamp.com
HALF-TIME HIGHLIGHTS
Authored by Ashley Worrell-Mitchell, Going Pro consultant for Kansas City and Omaha, former NFL, NBA and AFL dancer, Half-Time Highlights is a how-to book on pro cheerleading and dance auditions. Participants will have the chance to receive a copy of this book during Going Pro Entertainment 2010-2011 conventions. You can also purchase a copy at conventions, or visit amazon.com.
GOING PRO ENTERTAINMENT
Going Pro Entertainment is the premier resource for professional cheerleading and dance services. Developed by former pro dancers from all United States sports leagues, GPE provides exclusive services in audition coaching, team consulting and choreography, and alumni talent management. GPE events feature choreography and mentorship by Pro Cheer All Stars in multiple cities, including Phoenix, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Denver, Kansas City, Chicago, St Louis, Omaha, Oklahoma City, Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, Nashville, Detroit, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, Virginia Beach, Charlotte (NC), Miami, and Orlando. Visit www.goingproentertainment.com or www.procheerallstars.eventbrite.com.
Tracy Hicks has been a photographer for over 14 years. He owns a large 1800 sq. ft. studio on the north side of Houston in Spring. His work has been published in numerous magazines, Maxim (hometown hotties), Status, MMA, Planet Muscle, Hooters magazine, Ms.Fitness, and Oxygen to name a few. He has shot numerous calendars including The Houston Female Firefighters, Bikini USA, Beauties on Boats, Girls Riding, and Fight Girls. Tracy is currently a staff photographer for Bikini USA and Photographer for "The Hottie Posse" for The Rod Ryan Show on 94.5 The Buzz. He does commercial shoots for local cosmetic surgeons, beer, liquor, and clothing lines. He specializes in model portfolio development for fitness, bikini, and glamour models. Tracy also shot tryout pictures for current and former Texans Cheerleaders, Rockets Power Dancers, AeroDynamics, and Dynamo Girls. www.tracyhicksphotography.com

Lindsay Dove has been training in ballet, jazz, modern, and cheer since the age of 13. An NFL Cheerleader in Houston from 2006-2008, Lindsay was the host of the Weekly Cheerleader Wrap-up, a featured cheer blogger, and represented the team both internationally and as Miss July 2008. Lindsay has been the Houston Regional Director with Going Pro Entertainment since 2008 and specializes in media, image, and performance consulting.
Brittany Hefner was an NBA dancer for two teams in San Antonio and Houston.
She has a degree in psychology from Houston Baptist University, where she was a cheerleader and was on the Dean’s List. As a Houston Rockets Power Dancer, Brittany was voted Most Dedicated Team Member, Power Dance of the Month for three years, Most Improved Dancer and received the “Life Saver” award. She still remains active in the Houston NBA program as assistant coach and choreographer for the seniors performance team. She cheered and danced at Cypress Springs High School, serving as head captain and chosen as an NCA All-American Cheerleader. Brittany spent five years competing with the Texas Lonestar Cheer Company and over ten years training at the Ballet Center of Houston.
dance industry to produce quite the resume. As a former NFL Houston Texans Cheerleader for two seasons (2009 - 2011), she received the opportunity to perform for over 70,000 fans each home game, and traveled overseas to Japan, Singapore, and Diego Garcia to perform for the U.S. Military. She was also featured in the 2011 Houston Texans Cheerleader Swimsuit Calendar for the month of July, and received Honorable Mention for Best Dancer via the votes of her Texans Cheerleader peers. Lindsay was also featured on North America's most popular MTV network television show "Randy Jackson Presents: America's Best Dance Crew" (Season 2) with her crew “Distorted X”. Her other accomplishments include starring in the Gold and Platinum-Remi Award winning docudrama “House of Dreams”, produced by Shawn Welling and Roger Scott Budge. The film featured Lindsay, as well as many other company members of Planet Funk Dance Academy.
Brownsville native Daisy Garcia Mastroianni has over 24 years of dance training in classical ballet, pointe, modern, lyrical jazz, and hip hop. She studied dance as a major at Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State). She has taught, choreographed, and judged all over the nation with Marching Auxiliaries & Dance Company and was the Dance Team Director of St. Joseph Academy Sweethearts in Brownsville, Texas. Daisy is a former NBA Houston Rockets Power dancer and former MLS Houston Dynamo Girl. Daisy was invited to train on scholarship with the Highly Acclaimed Alvin Ailey Dance Company in New York. She has won numerous awards nationally and internationally for her choreography. In 2002, she was named student choreographer of the year in Las Vegas by "I LOVE DANCE" Company. She was also was awarded the Super Ambassador of the Year and Dynamo Girl of the Year. She has choreographed for such events as The Citrus Bowl Halftime Show in Florida ,NBA Houston Rockets Power Dancers Halftime Shows, and MLS Houston Dynamo Girls Halftime Shows. Currently she is a dance instructor for Cypress Academy of Performing Arts and is the Founder and Director of Cutting Edge Choreography Company in Houston, TX.
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When & Where
Soundbox Studios
5325 Glenmont Dr.
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77081
Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM (CT)
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Hosted By
Going Pro Entertainment
Going Pro Entertainment is the premier resource for professional cheerleading and dance services. Developed by former pro dancers from all United States sports leagues, GPE provides services in audition coaching, choreography, team consulting, and alumni talent management.
The Pro Cheer All Stars are comprised of the very best alumni dancers from professional cheer and dance teams of U.S. sports leagues. They are available for audition consulting, modeling projects, corporate functions, sporting events, community performances, and more.
Please Note: Going Pro Entertainment is not directly affiliated with any professional sports league, team, cheerleading or dance squad. Audition candidates are advised to follow proper audition procedures in accordance to the official team website.