During the weekend clinic, held at the Neyland-Thompson Sports Center on Tennessee's campus , the coaching staff makes several cuts with the assistance of collegiate coaches until all of the final teams are selected. The format of the tryout is that of a clinic where skills progression taught by coaches and former Tennessee cheerleaders are evaluated. Participants are then given ample time and opportunities to practice and demonstrate the skills before cuts are made. If a participant is selected to continue, attendance is mandatory for the remainder of the clinic. Based upon past team members' abilities and overall talent level of all tryout participants.
Clothing is to be white T-shirts and dark shorts.
Gray leotards with dark shorts for ladies on the final day. The Dance Team is committed to presenting quality dance performances showcasing a variety of styles, from pom to funk to jazz. The training program includes cardiovascular, strength and dance technique classes. Performance avenues include home football games, men's home basketball games, pep rallies and the UDA national competition. One purpose of the tryout is to select a group who possess the best mastery of pom, jazz, ballet and skills.