SEMO SUNDANCERS CAMPS
EVENT SCHEDULE
Register for an Event
04/12/26 - 04/12/26
$25.00
Sundancers Spring College Dance Team Prep Clinic
Location: SEMO Student Recreation Center - 750 New Madrid St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Registration Ends: 04/12/2026
Current High School Sophomores and Above | Starts: 12:00pm / Ends: 3:00pm
Sundancers Spring College Dance Team Prep Clinic
Location: SEMO Student Recreation Center - 750 New Madrid St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Registration Ends: 04/12/2026
Current High School Sophomores and Above | Starts: 12:00pm / Ends: 3:00pm
Description
This day clinic is designed to give participants an inside look into what it is like to be on Southeast Missouri State University Sundancers team and best practices in preparing to audition for a college dance team. At the Sundancers Fall clinic dancers will be able to interact and learn from current members and Sundancers coach in a class setting.
This clinic is open to high school aged and current college dancers for the 2025-2026 academic year. Attendance is HIGHLY recommended for dancers graduating in the Class of 2026 with plans to audition for the Sundancers. This will be a fast-paced, yet welcoming and accepting atmosphere.
“Camp Information”
Camp Staff
Clinic Participants will be coached by current Sundancers Athletes and Coaches
Tentative Schedule
12:00 PM—Registration
12:30-1:00 PM—Warm Up/Intros/Technique
1:00-1:30 PM—Learn Jazz Choreography
1:30-2:00 PM—Learn Hip-Hop Choreography
2:00-2:30 PM—Open Discussion
Cost
The fee for the Southeast Missouri State Spring College Dance Team Prep Clinic is $25 per participant. The clinic is open to high school freshman, sophomore, juniors, seniors, and current college students. Full payment is required at the time of registration. You may register online by visiting https://info.abcsportscamps.com/semo-sundancers. There may be online processing fees added to online registrations. Walk up registrants must pay $30 to participate.
Equipment
Dancers should dress in comfortable dance attire (ex. Hot shorts, bra top/tank). Dance shoes of choice: jazz shoes, tennis shoes, turner shoes, etc. Dancers should supply snacks and water as preferred.
Location
SEMO Student Recreation Center (Multipurpose Rooms)
750 New Madrid St
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Required Participation Waiver
Dancers 18 years and older will be asked to complete a participation waiver. If the dancer is under the age of 18, their parent/guardian will be requested to sign at registration on the clinic date. Dancers will not be permitted to participate without this form.
Confirmation
Upon successful registration, participants will receive a confirmation email verifying payment and registration details. If additional information needs to be communicated prior to the clinic, email will be used as the primary method of contact.
Refunds
There will be no refunds issued for those unable to attend the clinic.
Please check your email regularly as this is our primary way we communicate. Any additional information that we need to convey as the camp draws closer will be passed on to you via the e-mail address that you supplied when you signed up for camp. Please make it a habit to check your e-mail daily, this will eliminate any confusion and or miscommunication.
Contact Information
Katherine Hart - Head Coach
[email protected]
573-837-9832
04/27/26 - 04/29/26
$30.00
SEMO Sundancers Audition Prep Clinics - 2026
Location: SEMO Student Recreation Center – 750 New Madrid St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Registration Ends: 04/27/2026
Grades: Incoming Fall 2026 college freshmen and above | Starts: 5:00pm / Ends: 8:00pm
SEMO Sundancers Audition Prep Clinics - 2026
Location: SEMO Student Recreation Center – 750 New Madrid St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Registration Ends: 04/27/2026
Grades: Incoming Fall 2026 college freshmen and above | Starts: 5:00pm / Ends: 8:00pm
Dates & Times
Monday, April 27, 2026 OR Wednesday, April 29, 2026
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location
SEMO Recreation Center
750 New Madrid Street
Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Eligible Participants
Dancers planning to audition for the 2026–2027 SEMO Sundancers team, including incoming freshmen and current SEMO students.
Cost
$30 total (one-time fee). Participants may attend one or both clinic dates.
Please be sure to select the clinic date(s) you plan to attend during registration so we can plan accordingly.
Description
Audition Prep Clinics are designed to prepare dancers who plan to audition for the 2026–2027 Southeast Missouri State University Sundancers dance team. Attendance at one clinic is required to be eligible to submit a first-round audition video.
At these clinics, participants will learn official audition choreography, technique, and across-the-floor material, and will receive an overview of the audition process, including expectations and instructions for submitting the first-round audition video.
Clinic Staff
Clinics will be coached by current SEMO Sundancers coaching staff and a graduating team captain.
Tentative Schedule
• 4:30–5:00 PM: Check-In
• 5:00–5:30 PM: Warm-Up & Technique
• 5:30–6:45 PM: Across-the-Floor & Choreography
• 6:45–8:00 PM: Mock Audition & Q&A
Audition Timeline
• Attendance at one audition prep clinic is required.
• First-round video submission due Thursday, April 30, 2026 (black two-piece attire)
• First-round selections and formal audition invitations sent Friday, May 1, 2026 by 2:00 PM via email
• Invite-only final auditions: Sunday, May 3, 2026
Equipment
Dancers should dress in comfortable dance attire (ex. hot shorts, bra top, or tank).
Dance shoes of choice: jazz shoes, tennis shoes, turner shoes, etc.
Dancers should bring water and snacks as preferred.
Required Participation Waiver
Dancers 18 years and older will be asked to complete a participation waiver.
If the dancer is under the age of 18, a parent or guardian will be required to sign at registration on the clinic date.
Dancers will not be permitted to participate without this form.
Communication
If additional information or updates are needed, communication will be sent via the email address provided during registration.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Coach Katherine Hart using the information below.
Contact Information
Katherine Hart – Head Coach
[email protected]
573-837-9832
ABOUT US
SEMO Sundancers
The SEMO Sundancers are the premier Division I dance team for the Southeast Missouri State University Redhawks. The team performs at all home football and men’s and women’s basketball games while representing the university through community appearances, youth clinics, and special events.
The Sundancers are a performance-driven and competitive program focused on excellence both on and off the floor. The team emphasizes strong technique, performance quality, athleticism, and leadership development while fostering a culture rooted in accountability, respect, and a true sense of belonging.
The program is actively preparing for its return to the national competitive stage this season, continuing a tradition of growth and high achievement.
Participation in the Sundancers College Dance Team Prep Clinic is a great first step toward dancing at the Division I level. Clinics provide dancers with choreography, technical instruction, audition preparation, and the opportunity to connect with current team members and the Head Coach.










LEARN FROM
Our Coach
KATHERINE HART
A Cape Girardeau native, Katherine Hart brings extensive dance and leadership experience to the SEMO Sundancers. A former senior captain of the Cape Central Tiger Dancers, she continued her dance career at the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) with “Mississippi: The Dance Company,” before spending five seasons as a professional cheerleader with the New Orleans Saints. “Saintsations.” During her time with the organization, she served as Team Captain from 2019–2020 and was also two-time Line Leader.
After returning to Cape Girardeau in 2022, Katherine assumed the role of Head Coach in 2023 and has since focused on elevating the program both on and off the floor. Under her leadership, the Sundancers emphasize technical excellence, performance quality, and leadership development while fostering a culture rooted in accountability, respect, and a true sense of belonging.
Katherine is committed to building a competitive, high-achieving spirit team while continuing to expand youth clinics and community outreach, strengthening the legacy of the SEMO Sundancers and inspiring the next generation of dancers.
Contact Us
For questions regarding SEMO Sundancer Camps email Katherine Hart at [email protected]
PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL REGULARLY AS THIS IS OUR PRIMARY WAY TO COMMUNICATE. ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION THAT WE NEED TO CONVEY AS THE CAMP DRAWS CLOSER WILL BE PASSED ON TO YOU VIA THE E-MAIL ADDRESS THAT YOU SUPPLIED WHEN YOU REGISTERED FOR CAMP. PLEASE MAKE IT A HABIT TO CHECK YOUR E-MAIL DAILY, THIS WILL ELIMINATE ANY CONFUSION AND OR MISCOMMUNICATION
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