Vandal Gems

The University of Idaho Dance Team has made a transformation over the last few years. They have gone from being a club on campus, to becoming a part of the Vandal Spirit Squad. These young women are talented, animated and expressive when it comes to performing. They are passionate about supporting their athletic teams, while equally excited to show off their skills for Vandal fans. They do performances at every home Football Game and select Men’s and Women’s Basketball games.

DANCE TECHNIQUE REQUIREMENTS: 

• Across the Floor Combinations

• Double Pirouettes, Triple Pirouettes

• Fouettes

• Chaine Turns

• Jete Leap

• Pique turn

• A la secondes series

• Calypso

• High Kick Forward (both legs), Tilt Kick (both legs)

OTHER DANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Basic cheer motions: dancers will perform chants and dances alongside cheerleaders during the season. A general knowledge of sideline cheering is required. Dancers must also be able to perform jazz and hip hop styles.

Questions?

Contact Katie Doman at kdoman@uidaho.edu.

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