The Texas Tech Pom Squad will be hosting our annual Summer Intensive on July 23-24, 2025. This intensive is designed to help dancers understand our program while getting additional technical & stylistic training. The intensive will be taught by the Texas Tech Pom Squad Coaching Staff, Texas Tech Pom Alumni, and Master Teachers. 

The Texas Tech Pom Squad Summer Intensive is a dynamic and educational experience designed for dancers interested in collegiate-level performance and gaining insight into the Texas Tech Pom Squad. Participants will have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of collegiate dance, specifically tailored to the style and expectations of the Texas Tech Pom Squad. The intensive features instruction from highly respected master teachers, offering diverse training and professional-level guidance. In addition to technique and choreography, dancers will get a first-hand perspective on what it’s like to be part of the Pom Squad, making this an invaluable opportunity for those considering collegiate dance at Texas Tech.

• Grades 7-12th+ for the 2025-2026 Academic Year. 
• Intensive will be taught at an ADVANCED level. 
• 13+ Hours of training over the course of two days. 
• Participants will receive an exclusive Texas Tech Pom Squad T-Shirt, as well as lunch on day two. 
• Outside of the classes, participants will have optional meet-and-greet time with current team members, alumni and University Officials. 
• There will be a closing show with an awards ceremony on the final day. 
• Solo Showcase will be a optional add-on for 11-12th grade dancers. The top three performances will get the option to perform in the closing show.  All dancers who participate in the solo showcase will receive audio feedback from the coaching staff.
• Awards will include Class Stand Out Recognition, Scholarships for Fall '25 Clinics, and Technical Excellence Awards. 
• Intensive will include instruction from five master teachers, four TTU Pom Alumni, and the current TTU Pom Coaching Staff.
   

Intensive Tentative Schedule:

Day 1

• 8:30-9:30AM - Registration
  • Photo Opportunities/Information Tables/Merchandise Store
• 9:30-10:30AM - Warm-Up & Technique with Coach Alvarado 
• 10:30-11:30AM - Jazz with TTU Pom Alumna, Jorie Knysz
• 15 Minute Break 
• 11:45-1:00PM - Contemporary with TTU Pom Alumna, Hannah Taub 
• Lunch Break 
• 2:15-3:45PM - Master Class Instructor #1 
• 3:45-5:00PM - Master Class Instructor #2

• BREAK

• 6:00-8:00PM - Solo Showcase  

 

Day 2

• 8:30-9:00AM - Check-In 
• 9:00-10:30AM - Warm-Up & Technique with TTU Pom Alumni 
• 10:30-12:00PM - Master Class Instructor #3 
• 12:00-1:30PM - Master Class Instructor #4
• Lunch Break (Provided by TTU Pom)
• 2:30-3:45PM - Master Class Instructor #5
• 3:45-4:45PM - Contemporary Class with Assistant Coach Lauren 
• 4:45-5:30PM - Pro Style Class with TTU Pom Alumna, Julissa
• 5:30-6:15PM - Closing Show & Awards Presentation  

 

Register here

 

Benefits

• Scholarship Opportunities
• Out-of-State Tuition Waiver
• Uniform & Accessories Paid
• Academic Tutoring
• Meal Plan
• National Competition, UDA
• Athletic Trainer & Team Doctor
• Strength & Conditioning Program
• Big 12 Conference School
• Supportive Alumni
• Eyelash Extension Services
• Tanning & Skin Care Sponsor
• Additional Benefits