BASIC RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE

DCHS DANCE TEAM

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The Dance Team is a very big commitment, every member needs to be just as committed as the next,
therefore rules/guidelines have to be set and followed.

1. You are allowed only (2) unexcused absences from practice. The third will result in a dismissal
from the squad. You will be allowed 1 “free pass”, you can use anytime during the year.
2. You are expected to be at practice even if you are “not feeling well”, unless you have a doctor
excuse. Observing is very important!!
3. Do not schedule Doctor Appointments during practice time, it will be unexcused.
4. I try to give practice schedules at least one month in advance. Please plan around that (birthday
parties, etc.)
5. If you are unable to make a practice due to a reasonable excuse (coach will determine if
excusable), YOU must contact the coach at least 1 hour prior to the absence.
6. It is your responsibility to contact coach, NOT your parent, unless physically unable to.
7. An unexcused absence from a game will result in suspension from the team.
8. If you miss a practice immediately prior to a performance, you will not perform and be required
to “dress out” and support the team. Coach will decide if allowed to perform because of missed
practice.
9. Punctuality is a must!! Tardies will not be tolerated. Members arriving late will be counted as
tardy, (3) tardies result in one absence. Punctual… meaning, shoes on, on the floor stretching at
scheduled time of practice (not running in the door at the last minute.)
10. If you miss a practice, you are required to learn the material before the next practice. If the
material is not learned, you will not be able to perform. Every practice provides new learning
and only sets the team back if one member misses.
11. The coach has the right to “sit” you out of a game if she feels that you are not fully prepared to
perform. Home practice is vital!
12. You are expected to give 110% during practice, as well as a game. No “marking” the routine
unless told to. If you are unable to meet this requirement, you will be replaced.
13. You are expected to have a positive attitude at all times. If you are unable to meet this
requirement, you will be replaced. Hateful attitudes and actions will not be tolerated at any
time.
14. Practices will include warm-ups, technique, dance and conditioning. All are important aspects of
the dance team and will be required for all members of the squad.
15. Each member will be required to have wrist weights of at least one pound each. The weights are
meant to help you gain upper body and arm strength. Failure to bring weights will result in extra
conditioning.
 16. Excessive socialization (as determined by the coach) during practice will result in some form of
conditioning. Talking while someone else is speaking will result in the entire team to run laps.
17. All hair must be up and away from face!!! If hair is long, it needs to be in a ponytail securely so
you won’t be putting it up over and over. Forgetting to bring something to put your hair up with,
you won’t dance at practice until it is up. You will also have added conditioning after practice.
18. No jewelry is to be worn at any time during any dance team event (practices, games,
competitions or special appearances, unless specified by coach)
19. Gum chewing will not be allowed during any dance team event or practice. Will result in extra
conditioning if caught chewing gum.
20. You are responsible for your own dance uniforms, shoes, bags, poms etc. If you lose an item you
will be responsible for replacing it.
21. Anything that has been purchased during season, is not to be worn at any time other than times
specified by coach. (Jackets, t-shirts, shoes etc.) These are exclusive to games, practices and
special events. Dance shoes are NOT to be worn outside! Bring shoes to games and practices in
bag and change into them when you get there.
22. Fundraisers are a vital part of the season. You are expected to attend and take part in all
fundraising activities. Fundraising participation will be treated the same as practice
participation.
23. All fees paid are non-refundable.
24. If the team receives a bid to Nationals, it is strongly suggested that the entire team attends. It is
not guaranteed that everyone will be competing, but attendance by the entire team is required,
unless otherwise stated by coach(es).
25. The Coaches decisions are FINAL.
26. No cell phone use at practice. Cell phones will be OFF during practice time. No texting or calling
during breaks.
27. *******You are expected to have a POSITIVE attitude at all times. Whether you are tired, sore, or
any other reasons, it is not acceptable to show a bad attitude. If you are unable to meet this
requirement, YOU WILL BE REPLACED!! I tolerate NO DRAMA!!
28. ******Always!! Always!! BE RESPECTFUL TO EACH OTHER!! If you are unable to meet this
requirement, YOU WILL BE REPLACED!!
 BASIC RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE
DCHS DANCE TEAM

I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE TO FOLLOW ALL OF

THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE DCHS DANCE TEAM.
I UNDERTAND THAT NOT ABIDING BY THESE RULES
AND REGULATIONS COULD RESULT IN DISMISSAL
FROM THE SQUAD.

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