The Belles Performance Team: News

On December 13, five members of the Belles Performance Team visited the USO at Fort Carson in Colorado Springs to bring holiday cheer to Armed Forces members and their families.  The Belles performed a holiday show for a standing room only crowd of over 200 servicemen and women and their families.  After the show, the Belles escorted Santa in, who had presents for every child in attendance, distributed their military themed posters and signed autographs for children, servicemen and even wives of currently deployed soldiers.

Owner and Executive Director Cher Fox really appreciated the opportunity to perform at the USO for their 2nd Annual Christmas Party.  “Performing at the USO was such an amazing experience and has been a long time goal for the Belles," shares Fox.  "We were honored to be asked to perform and everyone in attendance was so appreciative of our time.  I was touched when many wives asked us for autographed posters so they could send them to their deployed spouses with the rest of their holiday gifts.  Our troops do so much for us and sacrifice every day, their families sacrifice every day they are deployed...so to take time out of our lives to show them how much we appreciate and support all they do for us was truly our pleasure."

The Belles Performance Team performed at South West Plaza Mall this weekend to a 2 story standing room only crowd.  The Belles were invited by their official dance studio, Allana's Academy of Dance, to participate in 2 holiday performances this season, this past weekend on December 12, and again next weekend on December 19.  So if you missed this past weekend's show, catch them next weekend at 3:00 pm at the Community Stage.

The Belles Performance Team helped raise money, with their business partner Aesthetic Nurse Specialists, at the Mountain of Hope Benefit Concert held at the Buffalo Rose in Golden.  The team cohosted the event as well as performed before the band played for the rest of the night.

Brandi and Cher greet guests with snacks.

Claudia collects additional donations.

Jenna, Heather and Stefanie showcase an auction item jewelry piece.

The Belles with the Benefit Concert coordinator, and Aesthetic Nurse Specialist business partner, Stephanie Millonig.

Heather rocks the cow bell on stage with the band.

The Belles leave their mark amongst many past performers at the Buffalo Rose.

LA Boxing of Colorado is the official fitness training facility of The Belles Performance Team. The LA Boxing workout boasts an ultra-calorie burning workout in a fun and engaging atmosphere. The LA Boxing Workout™ has been proven to burn 800-1,000 calories in a single hour workout! As the official performance team of LA Boxing Colorado, the Belles have been performing in the boxing ring at the past 2 fight nights, here are some pictures from the Highlands Ranch Fight Night on Friday, October 16.

The Belles pose with the coveted Fight Night traveling trophy (the BPT's home gym Highlands Ranch won it!)

The Belles meet Brendan Schaub of Spike TV's Ultimate Fighter 10.

Performing "Please Don't Stop the Music".

Performing the USO themed "Candyman".

The Belles wish Coach Rolando a Happy Birthday!

"On behalf of the Fiesta Bowl Parade Committee, I am delighted to inform you that your unit has been selected to participate in the 39^th Annual Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade presented by Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.  This year’s Parade will take place Saturday, January 2, 2010, at 11:00 a.m.  We are excited about each of the entries that will be joining us in our celebration that day and we look forward to your participation in the 39^th Annual Fort McDowell Fiesta Bowl Parade."

"It is an honor to be invited to participate in this event and the invitation speaks volumes about the Belles' national appeal," states Cher Fox, Owner and Executive Director of the Belles Performance Team.  But the organization has a previous commitment that will keep them from attending this year.  “The Belles’ are currently focused on a project to raise money for charity by producing and selling a 2010 – 2011 calendar,” announces Fox.  “This is the first calendar in our organization’s history, and although we have been primarily known as a community participating organization over the past 6 years, we are making a large leap to a community contributing organization in 2010.”

This project will also keep the Belles from participating in the upcoming Denver Veteran’s Day Parade, where the team is an event favorite.  “It’s an amazing feeling to be saluted during this parade for what we contribute and wearing the patriotic colors of the red, white and blue,” shares Fox.  “We will miss participating in both events this year but hope all will understand we are on a mission to make a difference.”

More details about the production and release of the Belles’ 2010 – 2011 calendar coming soon!

Allana's Academy of Dance was voted the...

Best Dance Studio in Colorado

on the Denver Channel's A*List!!!   We were up against 62 other dance studios - and have only been open for a short 7 months!!  Thank you all so much for your support and your votes, this truly could not have happened without all of your support!!!   Thank you especially to my wonderful dancers and their awesome families!!!!  You are the best!!!
 
Now I understand, the concept behind - once you find something that you have a passion for, it doesn't feel like work - and you are bound to succeed.  It is so true and I am so truly grateful!

-Allana
Allana's Academy of Dance
3625 W Bowles Ave #17  Littleton, CO
303-794-3663

Offering : Jazz * Hip Hop * Lyrical * Poms * Ballet * Belly Dance * Pilates * Breakdance * Salsa Workout * Leaps/Turns/Progressions * Dancer Tone/Flexibility

Ages 3 to Adult ** Beginner Thru Advanced **
Performance and Competition Opportunities Available!!
Official home of The Belles Performance Team

Congratulations to Belles Performance Team member Rita Case as the 1st Runner Up in the 2009 Mrs. Colorado Pageant.  Rita has participated in the pageant for 5 years now and has consistently been the youngest participant.  Another congrats to Megan Yarberry, the winner of the 2009 crown!

Rita, 2nd from left, in the top 5.

Rita, on left, awaits the final result.

On Saturday, May 2, 2009, the Belles co-hostessed the Cancer League of Colorado's Spring Gala.  The team greeted guests as they arrived at the event, assisted guests with bids on auction items, sold raffle tickets to win a 2009 Dodge Challenger, modeled live auction jewelry and spotted the live auction.  The event raised close to $100,000 and the Belles appreciated the opportunity to help move cancer research one step closer to finding a cure.

The Belles would like to thank CIRA Limited for sponsoring the team's evening wear and some shoes/accessories for the event.  We would also like to thank Jeremy Patterson and his team at Vito Pini Salon for all of the hairstyles.  And of course Planet Beach Contempo Spa for the tans!

The Belles Performance Team partner this Saturday with the Cancer League of Colorado to raise funds for cancer research and patient care in the state of Colorado.

Cancer League of Colorado Gala: May 2009 at the Grand Hyatt, Denver. This black-tie gala is Cancer League's major fundraising event of the year. Our featured entertainment Chicken Lips Inprov Comedy and after party entertainment featuring the Jim Hyatt Band. In addition, there will be a Silent Auction featuring hundreds of items from Colorado businesses statewide, a Live Auction spotlighting many of your favorite Colorado artists, and the Car Raffle. We will be listing major auction items on this page soon. More info and sign up online at Black Tie Colorado rspv code:CLC5/09 or contact Fred and June Dreibholz 303-693-7537.

At the 2009 Gala, May 2nd, win a 2009 Dodge Challenger RT 5.7 liter sports car donated by donated by Front Range Dodge Dealers Association. More information on the Cancer League of Colorado here.

The Belles would like to thank event sponsors:

* Jeremy Patterson and Vito Pini Salon hair and makeup
* Planet Beach Contempo Spa tans
* CIRA Limited evening wear

The Belles Performance Team recently expanded their wardrobe with several new uniform pieces produced by the Line Up and rhinestone designed by Executive Director Cher Fox.  The Line Up currently produces uniforms for the local Denver Nuggets Dancers and Colorado Mammoth Wild Bunch as well as many other national entertainment teams.

 The old crop top received a makeover with new white sleeves to match the team boots.  The new navy shorts have a red leather rhinestone buckled belt (the team also has the same belt in white), the new halter top and white shrug are great pieces for variance.  The revised crop top and old skirts received updates with hundreds more ruby Swarovski crystals.  Hundreds more diamond and ruby crystals were applied to the halters and shrugs, as well as cobalt stones for the shorts.  The team is also integrating navy pants that will be seen for the first time on their 5th anniversary poster.
                         

"The team's goal this year was to expand upon our current patriotic image," reveals Fox.  "The Line Up produces top quality durable uniforms in the richest colors, we were excited to work with them in 2006 when we bought our first pieces, and they were a natural choice for the revisions and additions the team needed this year."  Since the Belles are an independent dance team, new uniform purchases don't happen every year and are a very exciting time for the organization and the community.  "The team was proud to share the uniforms for the first time with the community at the 2009 Denver St. Patrick's Day Parade," shares Fox.  "The Belles were an amazing hit this year and were confused by the crowd with a couple top NFL cheerleading teams in the nation, which was a huge compliment to our organization and the Line Up."

The Line Up also produces custom performance apparel pieces for teams of all levels and for individual audition needs.

Congratulations to the following ladies for their selection to the 2009 Belles Performance Team!

Adriana A. 
Allana R.
Allison H.
Amanda P.*
Brandi V.
Cher F. 
Claudia G.
Courtney M.
Evonne M.
Heather V.
Jamie K.
Jenna S.*
Marya M.
Misha H.
Rita C.
Sarah K.*
Tracy C.

* Denotes Rookie.

The Belles Performance Team and Exempla Healthcare are partnering
to bring Jazz dance to the Day of Dance for Health event, Saturday,
February 21, 2009, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at the Belmar Center. 

I have had a lot of dreams over the years for the Belles Performance Team, and I am excited to announce that one of the biggest ones is finally coming true!

Allana's Academy of Dance is the newest business partner to join the BPT family.  Not only will AAD be offering anyone interested one month of free classes (for a one time $20 studio registration fee), AAD will also offer current BPT members 50% off class prices after the free month.

The most special gift of this partnership - AAD will now be the official home of the Belles Performance Team.  The Belles will be the exclusive professional adult team at AAD.  Practices will now be held at AAD on Thursday nights, starting January 15th, from 7 - 10 pm.  Additional weekend events/bootcamps/rehearsals will also be held at AAD.  Belles members, studio members, prospective members, and potential business partners will now see the BPT logo in the window and walk into a gorgeous, loft inspired, modern and hip studio where pictures of the Belles will be on the walls, where we will have an official place of business to meet - and where every Belle, past, current and future, will have a comfortable and welcome home.  This studio will also allow us to finally start a Jr. Belles program, where we can continue to give back to the community and inspire young dancers.

The new home of the Belles Performance Team is located at 3625 West Bowles Avenue, Unit 17, Littleton, 80123.  AAD will be holding an open house this Saturday, January 10, from 2 - 4 pm.  Please come by and sign up for your free month of classes or just take a studio tour.  It is nothing like you have ever seen from a dance studio before.

Thank you Miss Allana for allowing us to be a part of your lifelong dream!   Thank you to all of the ladies who have made us the 1st class organization we are today!  I look forward to the exciting possibilities this move forward in the BPT organization's history will bring us.

Cher Fox
Owner/Executive Director
The Belles Performance Team

Wow! What a BLAST!! As a member of the Belles Performance Team it was my honor to represent Planet Beach, one of my favorite sponsors as Ms. Planet Beach Denver, CO at their International Spokesmodel competition. The pageant was held at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi. Over 65 women competed for the $100,000 prize and the opportunity to open their own Planet Beach franchise.
 
I felt like a rockstar as I was greeted by a limo and TV crews upon my arrival at the airport. During the week I participated in several photoshoots and filmed interviews to be apart of the "Making of Ms. Planet Beach." The show will air in early 2009. Be sure to look for it!

After a week of rehearsals and preliminary competitions I was excited for the final show to arrive. Every contestant was able to model her costume representing their idea of Rock and Glamour (the theme of the pageant), as well as her swimsuit and a designer fashion outfit.
 
In the end I was left out of the final 12, but I was honored to have placed in the top 10 in the online People's Choice Awards.

The highlight of the evening for me was receiving the "Best YouTube" award. All of the contestants were asked to create a video describing their favorite Planet Beach Contempo Spa experience. I of course couldn't name just one, and had to mention the aqua massage bed, the Lumiere facial, the hydration station, oh, and of course I can't forget the Mystic Tan! You can check out my video on the Planet Beach website www.planetbeach.com. A very special thank you goes out to Cher Fox, Owner of the Belles Performance Team, and the current Ms. Planet Beach Gen X Colorado, for all of her help in making the video.

Allana Risenhoover, dancer for the Colorado 14ers NBA-D League, the Belles Performance Team, the Rocky Mountain Rollergirls Cheerleaders and the Northern Colorado Wolfpack, is making a life long dream come true by opening a new modern dance studio.

Allana's Academy of Dance will open its doors in January 2009 to dancers of all ages, skill levels, and dance styles.  As an additional incentive to try AAD, one month of free classes are being offered to immediate enrollees.


Allana's Academy of Dance
3625 West Bowles Avenue
Unit 17
Littleton, CO 80123
303.210.9876
allanasacademyofdance@hotmail.com
www.myspace.com/allanasacademyofdance

The Top 3 compete next Thursday and Friday, November 13th and 14th, in interview, swimsuit and designer fashion categories as well as an on stage interview during the Ms. Planet Beach International Spokesmodel competition. Ms. Planet Beach World finals will be held at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi.

Planet Beach Franchising Corporation has partnered with ‘Make It Right’, an organization founded by Brad Pitt that is dedicated to the rebuilding of New Orleans and establishing sustainable homes in New Orleans’ lower 9th Ward. Make It Right, working closely with Global Green, is a large-scale redevelopment project focused on eco-friendly housing that incorporates innovative design and style. This initiative plans to be a catalyst for future large scale recovery and redevelopment.

Planet Beach has set a goal to raise $150,000 to build a home for a New Orleans family in need. You can help make a difference-Donate Today!

Rita Case of the Belles Performance Team and Rocky Mountain Rollergirls Cheerleaders was crowned Ms. Planet Beach Colorado 2009 in August.  She will be attending the International spokesmodel competition in November to compete for a $100,000 modeling contract and a Planet Beach Contempo Spa franchise plus many other amazing prizes.  Rita is also a several time competitor in the Mrs. Colorado pageant.

In the meantime, Rita is competing online for the Ms. Planet Beach People's Choice Award.  Vote for Rita and give back to a great cause!

All votes are $1, and you can vote for Rita as many times as you like. All proceeds will benefit Make It Right, a charitable foundation founded by Brad Pitt dedicated to rebuilding sustainable, eco-friendly homes in the Katrina devastated New Orleans 9th Ward. The contestant who raises the most donations will receive the People's Choice award and will appear in the Planet Beach 2009 International calendar.

Planet Beach has set a goal to raise $150,000 to build a home for a New Orleans family in need. Your vote can make a difference today.

Congratulations to Owner and Executive Director Cher Fox on making the FINAL FIVE for the Ms. Planet Beach Gen X competition! She will now have an opportunity to be interviewed through a webinar via the world-wide web during the month of October, then visit the World Finals for Ms. Planet Beach International where the Ms. Gen X will be crowned! Keep in mind, this lucky lady could be CHER walking away with a $12,000 cash modeling contract and a waived $30,000 franchise license fee!

100% of the money raised for the voting during the Gen X competition is being donated to the "Make It Right" Foundation. In an effort to continue raising funds to help rebuild the gulf coast since Hurricane Katrina, they now have Cher and four other Final Five ladies still posted on the website. There will no longer be voting, however, there is still an opportunity for everyone to DONATE funds in Cher's name to the "Make It Right" Foundation.  This will NOT have any bearing on her score or the FINAL outcome of the Gen X competition.

Continue to donate on Cher's behalf here.

Planet Beach Contempo Spas is an official business partner of the Belles Performance Team and the Rocky Mountain Rollergirls Cheerleaders.  Planet Beach provides the BPT/RMRGC with UV Tans, Mystic Tans, Lumiere Facials, Aqua Massages and Hydration plus product discounts.  Planet Beach® is an automated day spa featuring spa treatments, UV therapy, skincare, mental renewal and superior customer service…all within a private setting.  Sound perfect?  Get rejuvenated at your local Planet Beach Contempo Spa®!  Print your FREE Planet Beach guest pass www.planetbeach.com/guestpass.aspx.  With over 380 locations across the US, Canada and Australia, there's one right where you are!

Relax. Glow. Renew:  You’re at Planet Beach®!

Cher Fox, Owner and Executive Director of both teams, is currently representing Planet Beach as Ms. Planet Beach Gen-X Colorado.  Rita Case, new member to the BPT and RMRGC, is currently representing Planet Beach as 2008 - 2009 Ms. Planet Beach Colorado.  Both ladies will head to nationals at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi in November to compete for the National Titles.  2007 - 2008 Ms. Planet Beach Colorado Crystal Wolf and 2006 - 2007 Ms. Planet Beach Colorado Jennifer Cabral, were also members of the Belles Performance Team during their reign.

Would you like to win a one year membership to Planet Beach, as well as a Modeling Contract, Broncos Tickets, Max Muscle Gift Cards, Surfboards, T-shirts, Hats, Free Drinks and More?  Treo at Lone Tree is hosting a Beach Party this Saturday, September 13th, with a Bikini Contest to win all of the above named prizes.  Interested contestants should be at Treo by 7:30 pm with their bikini handy.

 If you don't plan to enter, but would like to attend, there will be many great giveaways, including guest passes to Planet Beach.  See you Saturday!

Back: Cher*, Allana*, Allison, Evonne
Middle: Tracy, Brandi, Claudia*, Marya*, Adriana
Front: Heather, No Longer on Team 

*Denotes Veteran.

Not pictured: Courtney, Kenya, and Rita.

Biographies coming soon.

The Ms. Planet Beach® Gen-X Spokesmodel Search is an online competition where web site visitors can vote for their favorite Ms. Planet Beach Gen-X contestant by viewing posted profiles and pictures.

The Ms. Planet Beach Gen-X Spokesmodel Search serves as one of many Planet Beach® Franchising Corporation’s charitable endeavors. Each online vote contributes $1.00 to support Make It Right, a campaign founded by Brad Pitt to rebuild affordable, sustainable ‘green’ homes in the Katrina devastated Ninth Ward area of New Orleans, Louisiana. The top ten contestants with the most votes will move on to interviews with a panel of Planet Beach® Franchising judges. The top five finalists will receive a trip to the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Biloxi, Mississippi to participate in the Ms. Planet Beach® World Finals event and modeling photo shoot.

The 2009 Ms. Planet Beach® Gen-X Spokesmodel Search winner will be announced at the World Finals at Hard Rock LIVE on November 14, 2008. She will receive a $12,000 contract, a waived Planet Beach franchise license valued at $30,000, and an additional photo shoot to appear in Planet Beach® printed and web site materials.

“I was so surprised to receive the phone call last week”, exclaims Cher Fox. “What an amazing opportunity!”  Fox, Owner and Executive Director of the Belles Performance Team, received a phone call and a follow up email from the Indian Premier League, inviting the Belles to perform in India for their cricket playoffs in April and May.  The IPL is the top Cricket league in India, and considered very similar to the NFL in the United States.   

“At first I thought, this can’t be real,” shares Fox.  “I forwarded the email to my coaches and they reacted similarly.”  After doing some research on the internet, Fox discovered the NFL Washington Redskins Cheerleaders were already in India, 12 ladies promoting Cricket and building a new India based cheerleading squad for one team, the Bangalore Royal Challengers.  Redskins Director of Entertainment and Cheerleaders Donald Wells is also onsite heading up this effort.  This week, 12 cheerleaders representing Australian rugby teams Wests Tigers, Melbourne Storm and the St. George Illawarra Dragons, are heading to India to add to the excitement. 

“Unfortunately with such short notice, we were unable to attend,” explains Fox.  “We just held auditions for our summer team and many of our dancers are students.  This opportunity fell right during finals and we had to take their educational commitment into consideration when making this decision for our organization.”  Fox believes the Belles were likely one of many American teams contacted for this opportunity.  But she was honored that the organization was considered. 

“This invitation confirms that although the Belles do not support a traditional sports team, we have an international appeal as an All American team of dancers and women,” states Fox.  The Belles have been looking outside of the states for performance opportunities.  Fox reveals that they have been preparing to submit an application for a USO entertainment tour.  The application process is very thorough and it has taken the organization some time to create and gather all the necessary information and materials to apply. 

“The Belles will become international entertainers very soon,” assures Fox. “The IPL plans to contact us again next year, hopefully earlier in the year, so we can be ready to share our spirit with India and the international fans of Cricket.”

Congratulations to the 2008 Belles Performance Team and Rocky Mountain Rollergirls Cheerleaders!

Danielle Denton*
Karen Elliott
Jennifer Erickson
Patricia Fasso*
Cher Fox*
Misha Harris
Erica Hopkins*
Wendy Kraus*
Marya Myszczynski*
Katie Parisian*
Stephanie Robins*

* Denotes veteran.


Karen Elliott is a former 2 season NFL Seattle Seahawks Seagal Cheerleader and holds the titles of 2003 Ms. Fitness USA Champion and 2004 Ms. Fitness World Champion.  She is also a very experienced international fashion and promotional model.

Misha Harris brings over 10 years of dance experience to the BPT.  She is also a runway, print and promotional model as well as a youth cheer/poms coach and choreographer.

Jennifer Erickson brings 7 years of cheerleading, dance and tumbling experience to the BPT.

We are very excited and honored to have these amazing ladies as well as all of our returning talented veterans.

We are excited for you to experience a different kind of audition situation, one with a lot of coaching and feedback so you are comfortable and challenged every step of the way.

The Pre-Audition workshop is rapidly approaching.  Thursday, 8 - 10 pm, at the 24 Hour Fitness on the corner of Colorado and Alameda near Cherry Creek.  Auditions, same location, Saturday, registration starts at 11:30 am, Auditions start promptly at noon. 

We have received some great questions from interested ladies that we would like to share the answers to.

What should I wear to the pre-audition workshop?

Whatever you are comfortable dancing in.  This does not have to match the requested audition attire of a sports bra and form fitting shorts but for the coaches to give you good feedback, you should wear form fitting clothing pants and shirts so they can see how your body moves and make the appropriate critiques for your audition preparation.

Do workout shoes count as dance/tennis shoes?

Yes.  Cross trainers count as tennis shoes.  If you already have dance shoes, it is recommended that you wear them so you can turn to your fullest ability on the wood dance floor.  But many current members practice in tennis shoes so you can still do a great job and be comfortable.

Does sports bra and form fitting shorts mean the bejeweled bikinis worn for other team's auditions?

No.  You do not need to spend a fortune or be so exposed in an audition outfit for the Belles.  We are looking to see what your current fitness level is and how your body moves while you dance.  Many of our uniforms are 2 piece midriff exposing but not near as small as a bikini.  Rhinestones and skin are not necessary to judge the talent and personality of a performer.

Where do I get audition materials, applications, etc.?

Applications and waivers will be handed out at the Pre-Audition Workshop.  They will also be available the morning of auditions at registration.  To complete this beforehand, the application and waiver will be available online at www.bellespt.com all day Friday and Saturday morning.  There will be links to these documents on the Audition page of the website.

What if I can't do the splits, will this hurt me at auditions?

Although this is a required skill to complete at auditions, the lack of this skill may not keep you from being selected to bootcamp.  Bootcamp will give you 3 more weeks to continue to work on achieving this skill.  24 Hour Fitness will be working with the team vigoroursly during bootcamp to improve flexibility, strength, fitness and endurance.  If flexibility is a weak area for you, then speak up and get the help you need to solidify your spot on the team during bootcamp.  If we can see progress in the right direction, this will keep you moving forward in the BPT selection process.  In the meantime, stretch, stretch, stretch!

What is the age maximum to participate on the team?

The Belles have no age maximum, we just require that you are 18 and older to audition for legal reasons.  The owner of the team has previously performed with beautiful, fit and talented ladies into their early 40s so if you've still got it, bring it!

Good Luck at Auditions!

The Belles are excited to announce our 2008 Spring Auditions. The BPT is the only adult team to hold auditions twice every year.

The Belles Performance Team is Colorado’s ONLY independent professional dance team for adult women. The BPT performs nationally for over 1.5 million people and participates in the community over 2250 hours each year. Since we are not affiliated with a specific sports team, the Belles are never on the sidelines, we are always a Main Event!

Auditions to join the BPT will be held at 11:30 am, Saturday, April 5, 2008 at our sponsor 24 Hour Fitness, club location at the corner of Colorado and Alameda in Denver. There will also be a pre-audition workshop held Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 8 pm, same location. Interested applicants must pre-register to attend both the workshop and auditions.

Additional audition information can be found on the Auditions page of this web site.

The BPT is proud to release our new 5th anniversary logo.  The new logo was designed by former BPT member Winter Watson of Dubbs Design and Cher Fox, BPT Owner and Executive Director.

"We are very excited about the release of the new logo," shares Fox.  "We debuted it at our 5th anniversary appearance in the Denver St. Patrick's Day Parade Saturday, March 15th, to hundreds of thousands of people.  The very special addition to the new logo was the Belle character wearing our signature uniform, which is how we are best recognized and remembered in the community, as the pretty dancers in the red, white and blue."

The new logo will be seen in 2008 on the BPT event mobile, on our various websites, as well as on upcoming spring audition marketing materials.

The Belles Performance Team is excited to announce their 5th anniversary appearance in the Denver St. Patrick's Day Parade this Saturday, March 15, 2008, beginning at 10:00 am in LoDo near Coors Field.  Last year's appearance awarded the Belles the Best Cheerleaders category and they look forward to continuing the 1st class participation tradition again this year.  As a special treat, the BPT will be distributing their 2007 poster at no cost to attendees of the parade as well as free 7 day fitness passes from 24 Hour Fitness and free all inclusive spa day passes from Planet Beach Contempo Spas.

The Denver St. Patrick's Day Parade is the largest St. Patrick's Day parade west of the Mississippi.  The parade will be telecast on the CW(2) from 2 - 4 pm tomorrow.

"Love is in Bloom" Bridal Show Presented by "Your Wedding TV"

The Belles Performance Team will be opening this exciting Spring Bridal Show with a performance at the show's 12:30 pm opening.

If you only attend one bridal show this season, make sure not to miss the most exciting bridal show in Colorado!

60+ vendors, Door Prizes Galore, Amazing grand prizes, including honeymoon getaways, the best  Runway Fashion Show in town (taped live for our television show), Appetizers, entree & cake sampling, beauty & spa treats, jewelry, accessories & decor!  Free Photo-Strips for All! 

The most exciting bridal show in Colorado!

Meet vendors in all of these categories:

Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
Beauty
Bridal Attire
Bridal Coordinators
Cake/Desserts
Caterers
Counseling
Décor
DJ's/Bands
Florists
Groom attire
Hair and Make-up
Health & Fitness
Home and living
Hotel accommodations
Jewelry
Photographers
Print
Transportation
Travel and Honeymoon
Venues
Videographers

When:
03/16/2008
12 noon - 5 pm

Where:
Grand Hyatt Hotel
1750 Welton Ave.
Denver, CO 80202

Belles members will also be modeling Bridal gowns and Bridesmaids dresses at the 3:45 pm fashion show.  Be sure to visit the Planet Beach Contempo Spas booth for your free all inclusive spa day pass.  BPT members will be at the booth all day to answer your questions about Planet Beach Contempo Spas and the Belles upcoming auditions.  Meet Miss Planet Beach Colorado 2007 and Belles Performance Team member Crystal Wolf!  Learn more about how you can be Miss Planet Beach Colorado 2008.

The Belles Performance Team is Colorado's only independent professional dance team.  This non profit organization performs for over 1.5 million people and donates over 2250 hours to the community each year.  With an average of 12 ladies per season, each member donates over 94 hours each 6 month season on top of 2 practices per week and an average of 4 performances per month!

The BPT and their partners reached out to a very special family this past holiday season to make all their Christmas wishes come true.  Wendy Kraus, BPT Coach and Big Brother & Big Sisters of Colorado Match Coordinator, received a very brave and unselfish phone call from a single mother reaching out for some holiday assistance for her 4 children.  Her story:

The Smiths (name has been changed to protect the privacy of the family) are a very close family that show love and respect to each other on a daily basis.  Jane (name has been changed) their mother, has been forced to work two jobs ever since their biological father was incarcerated for domestic violence among many other things.  Recently the family suffered a set back when she was laid-off from her second job.  The kids understand the situation and have accepted the fact that Christmas will be celebrated without any gifts, decorations, or a large family meal.  This reality was hard at first, but they have all stood behind her and understood that she tried.

When Wendy heard this story, it hit her hard and she immediately started to think of ways to help.  Denver is a great city where there are many opportunities to get help through places like the United way, various church organizations, and the Denver Rescue Mission.  However, these opportunities are on a first come first serve basis and the resources are limited on how many families qualify to get the help they need.  She then started talking with Cher Fox, BPT Director, about this family and they agreed that this would be an amazing way for the BPT to give back to the community on a personal level.  It would be a chance to broaden their purpose in the community and challenge them to make a difference outside of what they do on an entertainment level.

Wendy knew that often times it is hard to find the ability to give when you are burdened with your own family issues and financial obligations for the holidays.   However, when sharing the burden with others and coming together as a collective group, great things can be accomplished.  Anything they could give to this family would be greatly appreciated and cherished.  She challenged the BPT to get creative and help make this happen together as a team for this very deserving family.

The team rallied over a one week period to come up for the following items for the family:

A complete holiday meal - turkey, pie, vegetables, jello, potatoe casserole, hot chocolate, gravy, and stuffing

A complete Christmas package - tree, decorations, lights, tree stand, tree skirt, candy canes and star top

Gifts for the mom: Sweaters, Purse, Pants, Jackets, Jewelry, Candle Set, Spa Bath and Feet Sets

Gifts for the teenage daughter: Coat, Jacket, 4 shirts, 2 pairs shoes, 2 purses, Sweatshirt, Spa Bath and Feet Sets, Jewelry

Gifts for the teenage boys: X-Box, 3 Games for X-Box, 2 Adidas basketball bags, 2 video game floor chairs, and 4 square balls

The family also received from BPT partners:

Hot Shots Photography - Family Sitting and Portrait Package

Aesthetic Nurse Specialists - Sugar Body Scrub, Facial Gift Certificate, and Sanitas Product Samples

Rocky Mountain Rollergirls - Hats for the children

BPT Leadership, Director Cher Fox and Coaches Wendy Kraus and Erica Hopkins, delivered the holiday package to the Smiths on Saturday, December 15th.  "Jane was very grateful, thanking us and fighting back the tears in her eyes, being strong for her family," shares Cher.  "The family immediately setup the tree and couldn't believe the continued unloading of items from 2 full delivery vehicles.  It was a proud moment for the BPT to do something so impactful this holiday season.  I also want to thank our partners who made last minute donations to really round out this family's Christmas.  We couldn't have made such an incredible difference to this family's holiday season without all the dancers and our organization's partners.

The Rocky Mountain Rollergirls' Cheerleaders made their television debut today on the CW2's mornings news.  Morning Feature Reporter Chris Parente does whatever it takes to make sure you know what's going on in and around Denver. If that means wearing a wig and dancing, so be it. Join Chris today, by selecting the news title link above, as he learns what Rollerderby is all about.

After today, you may need to scroll through his visits to the title "Back with the Rocky Mountain Rollergirls".

The final RMRG bout will be played this Saturday night, December 1, at the Bladium Sports Club in Denver.  Doors open at 6:00 pm, the bout starts at 7:00 pm.

The RMRGC hope to see you there for our final performance of this year!

Back Row: (L to R)
Patricia Fasso, Cher Fox, Wendy Kraus, Erica Hopkins, Katie Parisian, Meghan Stinton, Amber Harrington, Danielle Denton, Crystal Wolf

Front Row:
Marya Myszczynski, Courtney Lynn, Catelyn Holstlaw

The Belles Performance Team returned from attending the Ft. Worth Alliance Air Show this past weeked with excitement and fond memories. Over 200,000 aviation enthusiasts attended the show and many stopped to see the BPT perform dance routines that spanned in music from the 1960's to today.

The BPT were a special hit at Saturday nights VIP Ramp party, where they performed for many of the military personnel that were performing and exhibiting at the show. Pilots from the Navy Blue Angels and the Army Sky Soldiers were in attendance. This was truly the Top Gun of today's military pilots. Each branch of the armed forces gave the BPT members pins, stickers and patches, trying to brand them as their own.

"It was a small USO style performance," states Cher Fox, BPT Owner and Executive Director, "but the personnel kept yelling for encore after encore! It was really a unique and exciting opportunity for the BPT, one I will never forget!"

Sunday, the BPT spent the day with the crew of the hybrid helicopter/plane, the Osprey, featured in last week's smash DVD release The Transformers. They assisted the crew with merchandise sales, performed for the hundreds of people standing in line to tour the unique aircraft, took pictures on and around the aircraft and shot a high definition video of the BPT performing in front of the Osprey. What a day!

Monday morning, Southwest Academy welcomed the BPT to talk about the organization and perform for the students. Although most of the students were strict Dallas Cowboys fans, they engaged in Q & A with the Belles on topics such as dancer biographies and the planes featured on the BPT's 2007 aviation themed poster. After 2 performances which left one student speechless and "without comment it was so good", the BPT autographed the posters and wished the students well with the rest of their school day.

"This trip was especially close to my heart," comments Cher. "My parents, Joe and Cae Sullivan, hosted the team for the weekend and my nephew attends Southwest Academy, so it was an honor to share my passion and love of dance with him and his fellow students. He was so proud to have us there, he could barely find the courage and words to introduce us! That is him in the front row on the right proudly displaying our poster. Thanks Mom and Dad for the slumber party!"

The Belles plan to repeat this exciting event when they attend the Aviation Nation Airshow in Las Vegas the weekend of Veteran's Day in November.

The Ms. Planet Beach Colorado 2007 pageant was held at DC10 and the winner is...

Crystal Wolf, current Belles Performance Team member!

Two other BPT members, Stephanie Robins and Patty Fasso, participated in the pageant in support our BPT business partner Planet Beach Contempo Spas. They made a great showing with glowing skin and toned bodies. The Belles also entertained the crowd during the pageant's costume changes and judges' deliberations.

Also present was former BPT member and Ms. Planet Beach Colorado 2006 Jennifer Cabral.

Congratulations Crystal and we wish you well in your pursuit of the International crown to be held in New Orleans, November 7, 2007. The International Pageant will be hosted by Kimberly Caldwell, American Idol 2 contestant.

Vote Crystal as the People's Choice Winner here.

We are proud to announce our newest partnership with the Rocky Mountain Rollergirls! 

After one very well received exhibition by the Belles Performance Team at the Rocky Mountain Rollergirls roller derby bout in September, the RMRG offered the BPT a contract to be their offical dancers for the rest of the 2007 roller derby season. After the BPT's first appearance as the official dancers of the RMRG October 6th, the RMRG and BPT decided this exciting partnership of beautiful and talented women dancers supporting the most beautiful and talented roller derby ladies was a match made in heaven. The organizations are currently negotiationg an exclusive 2008 contract.

"We all love having the Belles perform and it seems like the fans LOVE it too," shares RMRG Bout Production Director Madam MaimYa. "We enjoy creating and supporting female empowered business like the Belles and would love to further the relationship." 

"The RMRG skaters and fans have been so welcoming and appreciative of the BPT," states BPT Owner and Executive Director Cher Fox. "We have partnered with many male run organizations over the years and have never received the amount of respect and appreciation as we have from the RMRG organization. The skaters/ladies thank us after every bout for performing and have embraced us as their own."

The Belles perform sideline routines, crowd cheers, a halftime style performance and dance during timeouts. See this exciting partnership in action at the Bladium Sports Club Saturdays November 3 and December 1 as the RMRG and the BPT finish the 2007 season together. 

We are proud to announce our 2007 - 2008 Team!

Danielle Denton
Patricia Fasso
Cher Fox
Amber Harrington*
Catelyn Holstlaw*
Erica Hopkins
Wendy Kraus
Courtney Lynn*
Marya Myszczynski*
Katie Parisian
Meghan Stinton*
Crystal Wolf

Congratulations Ladies!

* Denotes New Member.

The Belles Performance Team, Colorado's only independent professional style dance team is looking for adult women dancers 18 and older to join our nationally traveling dance troupe this fall/winter season. We perform NFL/NBA style jazz, hip hop, pom pon, novelty and kickline routines for over 1.5 million people each year including televised events.

Auditions are this Saturday, September 29th, at Better Bodies Cardio and Fitness Centers at the corner of Wadsworth and Jewell Avenues in Lakewood. Registration starts at 11:30 AM, the audition begins promptly at Noon.

AUDITION DAY ITINERARY
- Warmup
- Technique
  Skills – pirouette turn, split leap R or L, to touch jump, axle turn jump
- Performance Routine
  4 8 counts - strong arm motions, technique execution, overall “sale” of the routine execution
- Interview (application, BPT general knowledge, getting to know you)
- Kickline 4 - 6 8 Counts
  Skills – high kicks, strong head motions, splits, balance
- Additional Skills – tumbling, jumps, advanced jazz technique (toures, fuetes, switch/center leaps, etc.)

1st Cut
If you are selected here, you are selected to 1 week Bootcamp starts Sunday, September 30th Noon
Bootcamp (Sunday, September 30, Tuesday, October 2, Thursday, October 4)
Learn additional material (4 routines), get to know us and our style/ we get to know you
Final Cut
Thursday, October 4th, Audition process is complete, the team is selected

WHAT TO WEAR/BRING
What to wear/present
- Sports bra
- Form fitting shorts
- Hose/tights as needed
- Dance shoes or cross trainers you can dance in
- Socks as needed
- Hair down, done for performance, going out, etc.
- Makeup done – full eyes, lips, more then day wear
- Major tattoos should be covered
- Jewelry to a minimum – nice pair diamond or CZ earrings, wedding ring, no watch, necklace, etc.
- Smile, energy, beauty, enthusiasm, knowledge

What to bring
- Photo ID with birthdate
- 2 photos – 1 headshot, 1 full body (do not have to be professional)
- Copy of Medical Insurance Card
- Completed Application
- Resume
- $20 cash fee/$10 if you attended the Pre-Audition Workshop
- Water bottle/snack
- Makeup/Hair touchups/towel

Visit the BPT Auditions page for audition details and you MUST register for an invitation to audition. Don't be a sideline attraction, be the main event!

Pre-Audition Workshop, Tuesday, September 25th from 8 - 10 pm to be held at Better Bodies Cardio and Fitness Center located at 7777 W. Jewell Ave, the corner of Wadsworth Avenue and Jewell Avenue, in Lakewood, Colorado. All audition material will be taught this evening, 3 days to practice, no surprises at Auditions, Saturday, September 29th, registration at 11:30 am, Audition starts promptly at Noon.

The Pre-Audition Workshop format will be as follows:

Information (30 minutes)
- What the Belles organization is about
- Next season's expectations
- Question/Answer 

Warmup/Stretch (30 minutes)

Technique (30 minutes)
- Across the floor jazz level dance technique
- Audition basic skills review

Pirouette
Leap
Toe Touch
High Kicks
Axle
Splits

Choreography (30 minutes)
- Choreography tips and material teaching

Please:

- Wear comfortable clothes you can move and dance in
- Wear dance shoes or cross trainer fitness sneakers
- Bring a Photo Id showing your date of birth
- Bring water/drink and a snack to keep your energy up
- Bring a printed copy of this email for entry into the Pre-Audition Workshop
- Bring the $10.00 cash Pre-Audition Workshop entry fee (no checks or credit cards will be accepted)

You must pre-register to attend the workshop on the Auditions page of this site. Hope to see you there!

After an exciting performance at Six Flags Elitch Gardens' annual Spiritfest Competition on Saturday, September 8, the Belles got down to business and attended the in game entertainment open call auditions for the upcoming Denver Nuggets basketball season.

"The Belles have already been offered a pregame performance for the Nuggets next season", states Cher Fox, Owner and Executive Director. "But obviously, an in game entertainment spot, either during a timeout, quarter break or halftime, will have more Nuggets fans in their seats to enjoy our performance. Wish us luck!"

Patricia F. and Crystal W., current Belles Performance Team members, have been chosen to represent Planet Beach Contempo Spas as 2 of the 5 ladies to compete in a Tan Competition Monday, September 17th at DC10. Jamie K., BPT and 14ers veteran, and Gina G., a very popular Denver model, were chosen to represent in the Planet Beach top 5. The Tan Competition will be judged by the Olly Girls, Holly and Molly, from the hit E! reality show, Sunset Tan. Other salons competing are Executive Tans, Exclusive Tans, Zolarium, and Cherry Creek Tans.

The 25 ladies will be competing for a cash prize of $1000, 1 free year of tanning at their represented salon, a teeth whitening package, and a Good Girl Brand swimsuit plus the bragging rights of having Denver's Best Tan. Good luck to all, tan your moons!

The Belles Performance Team is excited to announce their newest business partnership with Planet Beach Contempo Spas. The Planet Beach franchises are focused on wellness and health and provide a variety of services from massage therapy and skin hydration to bed and sunless tanning and all the products you need to obtain and maintain that gorgeous skin.

Planet Beach Promotions Director Amanda Serrano has some exciting events planned with the BPT in the next several weeks. The Tans competition will host 5 - 7 ladies from 5 Denver tanning salons to be judged by the Olly Girls, Holly and Molly, from the E! reality show Sunset Tan. This competition will be held Monday, September 17th at the nightclub DC10 in downtown Denver. The Miss Planet Beach Colorado pageant preliminaries will also begin in September as various nightclub location in metro Denver with the final pageant to be held at DC10 on Saturday, September 29th.

If you are interested in participating in the Tans competition (free tanning and lotions until September 17th with a $1000 cash, 1 year free tanning and teeth whitening prize package) or the Miss Planet Beach Colorado pageant (free tanning for one year and an all expense paid trip to participate in the national competition), please contact Amanda at mandi_5@hotmail.com or (720) 837-8003.

Pamper yourself at a Planet Beach Contempo Spa today!

The Belles Performance Team is excited to announce 5 of their Fall 2007/Winter 2008 performances.  These exciting performance (and travel) opportunities will be available exclusively to the performance and promotions members selected at auditions and interviews on Saturday, September 29th.

After the excellent job the organization did this year representing the Rocky Mountain Regional Fly In/Front Range Air Show, the Belles have been invited to be the offical Air Show Ladies of the following events:

October 2007 - Alliance AirShow, Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas area.

November 2007 - Aviation Nation, Nellis Air Force Base, Las Vegas, Nevada

The Belles have also been invited to perform at the Battle at the Capital at the Denver Coliseum in October and the Capital City Championships in Lincoln, Nebraska in November.  Both events are produced by Midwest Spirit.

The team has also been invited back to perform at the Pepsi Center with the Denver Nuggets.

If you are looking for a couple fun winter getaways (VEGAS, BABY!), then you won't want to miss the BPT auditions, Saturday, September 29th, at the Better Bodies Cardio and Fitness Center in Lakewood.