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BROUGHT TO YOU BY:

PLEASE NOTE:

Chaperones: Each All-Amer-ican must have at least one adult chaperone. One adult can chaperone up to 3 All- Americans. Adults must be 21 years or older. Varsity Spirit LLC is not responsible for supervising the All-Amer-icans.

If you have not purchased this tour package, you may not room with a tour member.

WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO ALTER AND ADJUST THE ITINERARY AND/OR PER-FORMANCES IN ORDER TO ACCOMMODATE THE SIZE OF THE TOTAL GROUP (I.E. SIGHTSEEING, MEALS, REHEARSALS, PERFORMANCES, ETC.)

This is a sample itinerary only. Contents and inclusions are fixed; however actual day-to-day activities may vary so as to accommodate total group size.

TOUR ITINERARYThis is event is open to participants in the FOURTH GRADE AND OLDER!

Tuesday November 22:Arrive in Houston, Texas, from your hometown by car or plane. You must arrive in Houston between 12:00 noon and 5:00 p.m. A festive Mexican dinner is planned for the evening. After dinner, a parade REHEARSAL and spectator orientation meeting is planned. Travel arrange-ments to and from Houston are not included in the cost of the tour. Please call A&I Travel at 866-719-0379 to arrange your flight to Houston. Airport transfers are not included in the cost of the tour unless you have purchased your airline tickets from A&I Travel. Upon arrival at the airport meet Varsity staff who will shuttle you to the JW Marriott hotel. Flight arrangements must be made through A&I Travel.

Wednesday November 23:After a buffet breakfast, the group will travel to Space Center Houston for “an extraordinary journey into the past, present, and future of NASA’s incredible manned space flight program.” Enjoy Space Center Plaza, Destiny Theater, and the Space Center Theater. After our NASA visit we will proceed to Kehma Boardwalk the “overlooking Galveston Texas Bay” for independent lunch and rides, souvenir shopping, games and much more. This evening will include a real Texas style BBQ dinner and dance, in Hempstead! A downtown rehersal may be required. Afterwards return to hotel.

Thursday November 24:HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Early morning wake-up and breakfast precedes the transfer to the parade lineup for participation in the 67th annual HOUSTON THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE.

“A holiday spectacle in the grandest tradition, Houston’s Parade is met with anticipation from families everywhere. Scores of fabulous floats, larger that life balloons, marching bands, and performances from some of the best talent around.”

Following the parade, return to the hotel to dress for and enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Lunch - complete with salad, turkey and dressing, cranberry sauce, vegetables, and Texas pecan pie! This evening pasta dinner at hotel and a stroll through The Galleria area which will be a-glitter with Christmas Carols and music performed by bands and choirs from all over Texas and the U.S. The lights will be officially turned on in Uptown Houston, culminating in a grand fireworks display.

Friday November 25:Hotel buffet breakfast and checkout are scheduled prior to departures for the airport. DO NOT schedule any departures prior to 9:00 a.m. and no later than 12:00 p.m.

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VARSITY SPIRIT BRANDS

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P R I C I N G &D E P O S I T S

T E R M S &C O N D I T I O N S

PLEASE READ ALL INFORMATION CAREFULLY, ESPECIALLY THE PAYMENT SCHEDULES AND CANCELLATION POLICY

TOUR COST, RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS:The total number accepted for this tour is limited. Completed reser-vation application and $200.00 (non-refundable) per person deposit MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE Varsity Spirit LLC OFFICE on or before the dates listed below. (This deposit is credited towards your total cost)

If you attended camp in June, deposit deadline is July 12, 2016.If you attended camp in July, deposit deadline is August 9, 2016.If you attended camp in August, deposit deadline is September 6, 2016.After September 6, please call the Varsity Spirit LLC office for availability.

• FINAL PAYMENT IS DUE IN THE VARSITY SPIRIT LLC OFFICE ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER 4, 2016. UNIFORMS WILL NOT BE SHIPPED UNTIL THE BALANCE OF PAYMENT IS MADE.

• Prices are based on room occupancy. Varsity Spirit LLC does not assign roommates.

• EXTRA NIGHT: A limited number of rooms are available for Monday, November 21 or Friday, November 25 at $140 per ROOM per night. Please indicate if you wish to purchase an extra night.

* Single or double rooms may be housed in a king bedroom.

Example: Mother and daughter (cheerleader/dancer) are in a room together. The mother would pay the Double Spectator fee and the daughter would be charged the Double Participant fee.

FINAL PAYMENT: If final payment is not received by October 4, 2016, and special written arrangements are not made and approved with Varsity Spirit LLC PRIOR to the October 4th deadline, tour participant will automatically be removed from the tour, which will result in a complete forfeiture of all monies paid.

We do not take commuters for this event. Please call Ginger Hauser at 901.387.4363 for 2 night package pricing.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS: For cancellations received before September 12, 2016, all monies will be refunded with the exception of the $200.00 per person deposit. For cancellations made between September 12, 2016, and October 11, 2016, an additional $100.00 per person penalty will apply to cover entertainment guarantees. FOR CANCELLATIONS RECEIVED AFTER OCTOBER 11, 2016, THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS.

FOR CANCELLATIONS RECEIVED AFTER OCTOBER 11, 2016, THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS.All cancellations must be in writing to Varsity Spirit LLC and may be faxed to Varsity Spirit LLC at 800/969-8295 or emailed to Lisa Holder at [email protected]. We will not accept cancellations by phone.

CHAPERONES: Each All-American must have at least one adult chaperone. One adult can chaperone up to 3 All-Americans. Adults must be 21 years or older. Varsity Spirit LLC is not responsible for supervising the All-Americans.

TOUR ORGANIZER: This tour is being organized for selected All- Americans of Universal Cheerleaders Association, Univer-sal Dance Association, National Cheerleaders Association and National Dance Alliance divisions of Varsity Spirit LLC. UCA/UDA’s address is 6745 Lenox Center Court, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38115; Telephone (UCA) 888/243-3782 or (UDA) 800/326-2383; Fax 901/387-4357. NCA/NDA’s address is 2010 Merritt Drive, Garland, TX 75041; Telephone 800/622-2946

CONFIRMATION: After completed reservation application and deposit are received, a reservation confirmation will be sent to you via email. Information regarding the performance and confirmed rooming list will be sent to you approximately one week prior to leav-ing. A DVD of the routine and your uniform will be sent to you three weeks prior to the event.

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS: If your All-American is flying to Houston, you must use A&I Travel to make your flight arrangements. If there are flight delays or weather cancellations on arrival or departure days, they will be able to accommodate you better with tickets purchased through A&I. To purchase flights call 1-866-719-0379.

RESPONSIBILITY DISCLOSURE NOTICE: VARSITY SPIRIT LLC, D.B.A. UNIVERSAL CHEERLEADERS ASSOCIATION, UNIVERSAL DANCE ASSOCIATION, NATIONAL CHEERLEADERS ASSOCIATION AND NATIONAL DANCE ALLIANCE, divisions of Varsity Spirit LLC, act only as an agent in connection with the tour offered herein and its liability is limited. The travel services including air transportation, carriage by land, hotel accommodations, restaurants, and related services are provided by independent third parties not under the con-trol of VARSITY SPIRIT LLC. VARSITY SPIRIT LLC shall NOT bear any liability to the passenger or any third party for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occasioned either by reason or any defect, through the acts of defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying the passengers or in carrying out the arrangements of the tour and/or performance events, venues, etc. as a direct or indirect result of acts of God, dangers incident to fire, breakdown in machinery or equipment, acts of governments or other authorities, acts of terrorism, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, theft, unhealthy conditions, pilferage, epidemics, quarantines, medical, or customs regulations, or from any other causes beyond the control of VARSITY SPIRIT LLC. VARSITY SPIRIT LLC shall not be liable for any losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in schedule or any other causes. The right is reserved to decline, to accept, or to retain any tour passenger should such person’s health or general deportment impede the operation of the tour to the detriment of other passengers. No refunds for tour portions or unused services can be made unless agreed prior to the scheduled deadlines. Your retention of tickets, reservations, or bookings after issuance shall constitute a consent to the above and agreement on your part to convey the con-tents herein to your traveling companions. Payment of any deposit of final payment shall be deemed to constitute consent be each pas-senger to these terms. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk and baggage insurance is strongly recommended. It is also recommended that each participant in this tour have his or her own attorney review this RESPONSIBILITY DISCLOSURE NOTICE before indicated his or her consent by signing the reservation form.

Each All-American Pays $711 $739 $802

Each Spectator/Chaperone Pays $671 $699 $762 $902

4 People Per Room

Price is per person

3People Per Room

2People Per Room

1People Per Room

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HOUSTON PARADE RELEASE/WAIVER FORM | NOVEMBER 22-25, 2016

LIABILITY RELEASE. For good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, I _________________________________, as parent or le-gal guardian of ___________________________________________, a minor (hereinafter “Minor”, hereby grant the permission necessary to allow this minor to participate in the above Event to be conducted by Varsity Spirit LLC (”Varsity Spirit”), d/b/a Universal Cheerleaders Association (”UCA”), d/b/a Universal Dance Association (”UDA”), d/b/a National Cheerleaders Association (”NCA”), National Dance Alliance (”NDA”). I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, further agree to release and to hold harmless Varsity Spirit, Varsity Spirit’s Corporate Sponsors (hereinafter “Sponsors”), the Hosting site, (hotel, parade organizations and other entity providing service whilst on this Event and on whose premises the Event will occur (hereinafter the “Location”) the affiliates of Varsity Spirit and the Location, and the respective directors, officers, representatives, members, agents and employees of Varsity Spirit, Sponsors, the Location and their respective affiliates (hereinafter collectively “Releases”) from any and all liability for negligence or any other claim judgement, loss, liability, cost and expenses (including, without limitations, attorney’s fees and costs) arising out of or connected with the Event, including any claim arising out of or connected with any illness or injury (minimal, serious, catastrophic and/or death) that the Minor may incur or sustain during the Event, all activities associated with the Event and while traveling to and from the site for the Event whether or not the Event actually occurs. I further expressly agree to indemnify and hold harmless Releases and Releasees’ heirs, successors, assigns, executors and administrators against loss from any further claims, demands or actions that may subsequently be brought by Minor or by any other persons on the account of damages of any character resulting to Minor in any way from the foregoing activities. I further agree to reimburse and to make good to Releasees any loss, or costs Releasees may have to pay as a result of any such action, claim, or demand.

I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, hereby warrant that I have read this Liability Release in its entirety and fully understand its contents. I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, am aware that this Liability Release releases Releasees from liability and contains an acknowledgement of my voluntary and knowing assumption of the risk of injury or illness. I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, further acknowledge that nothing in this Liability Release constitutes a guarantee that the Event will occur. I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, have signed this document voluntarily and of my own free will.

Signature of Parent of Legal Guardian X_________________________________________________________________________________ Date:____ /____ /_____

MEDICAL RELEASE. I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, acknowledge and agree that such participation subjects Minor to possibility of physical illness or injury (minimal, serious, catastrophic, and/or death) and that I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, acknowledge that the Minor is assuming the risk of such illness or injury by participating in the Event. In the event of such illness or injury, I authorize Varsity Spirit to obtain necessary medical treatment of the Minor and herby, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, release and hold harmless Releasees in the exercises of this authority. I further acknowledge and understand that I will be responsible for any and all medical and related bills that may be incurred on behalf of the Minor for any illness or injury that the Minor may sustain during the Event and while traveling to and from the site for the Event whether of nor the Event actually occurs.

APPEARANCE AGREEMENT. I understand that Varsity Spirit, d/b/a Universal Cheerleaders Association (”UCA”), d/b/a Universal Dance Association (“UDA”), d/b/a National Cheerleaders Association (”NCA”), National Dance Alliance (”NDA”), and Varsity/Intropa Tours from time to time produces promotional material relating to its programs. I understand that as a participant and/or a spectator at the Event that Minor may be included in videotapes, photographs, DVD’s, Podcasts, and videocasts taken during the Event. Therefore, without reservation of limitations, I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, hereby assign, transfer and grant to Varsity Spirit, d/b/a Universal Cheerleaders Association (”UCA”), d/b/a Universal Dance Association (“UDA”), d/b/a National Cheerleaders Association (”NCA”), and d/b/a National Dance Alliance (”NDA”). Its successors, assignees, licensees, sponsors, and television net-works, and all other commercial exhibitors the exclusive right to photograph and/or videotape the Minor and to utilize such videotapes and photographs and Minor’s name, face likeness, voice and appearance as a part of the Event, in advertising and promoting the Event or in advertising and promoting similar future events. I further understand that neither Varsity Spirit nor any third party is under any obligation to exercise any of the foregoing rights, licenses and privileges.

EVENT RULES. I further acknowledge and understand that Varsity Spirit has established rules and regulations pertaining to conduct behavior and activities of all Event participants, by which Minor and I agree to abide during the Event (copy of which is signed and enclosed in this booklet), and that Minor and I will be responsible for his/her/my failure to abide by those rules and regulations. Minor and I have received, read and understand the Event rules. Minor and I understand that violation of the rules can result in dismissal from Event with no refund.

INSURANCE Insurance Company: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Insurance Company Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Medical Insurance Policy Number: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

I represent that any medication to which Minor is allergic or medications that Minor is currently taking are listed below. I agree that Minor shall bring medications which Minor is currently taking with him/her to the Event and that he/she shall consume the prescribed dosage for such medications.Medications (if any): __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Allergic to (if any): ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________I acknowledge that the Minor suffers from the following conditions: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Family Doctor: ______________________________________________________ Phone Number: (_______)_________________________________________________

EMERGENCY INFORMATIONName: ___________________________________________________________________________________Address: __________________________________________________________________________________City, State, Zip: ____________________________________________________________________________Daytime phone: (____)____________ Evening phone: (____)____________ Cell phone: (____)____________ Team/School Name: _______________________________________School: __________________________

I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, herby warrant that I have read this HOUSTON TOUR Participant Release and Waiver Form in its entirety and fully understand its concerns. I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, am aware that this Participant Release and Waiver Form releases Releasees from liability and contains an acknowledgement of my voluntary and knowing assumption of the risk of injury or illness. I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, further acknowledge that nothing in this Participant Release and Waiver Form constitutes a guarantee that the Event will occur. I, in my own behalf and on behalf of the Minor, have signed this document voluntarily and of my own free will.

Signature of Parent of Legal Guardian X________________________________________________________Relationship to Minor: _______________________________________________________________________ Minor Birthdate: ____/____/____I, identified above as Minor, acknowledge that I have read this HOUSTON TOUR Release and Waiver Form.Signature of Minor X___________________________________________________ Date:____/____/_____Signature of Witness X__________________________________________________ Date:____/____/____Witness Address: ___________________________________________________________________________

ONE TIMEOFFER!!

OPTIONAL TRAVEL INSURANCE & ASSISTANCE

We STRONGLY encourage trip cancellation insur-ance. Log on to www.insuremytrip.com for purchasing procedures. This information is provided to you as a courtesy and protects the event participant and/or spectator if you cancel the trip. It must be purchased within seven (7) days of registration in order to qualify for pre-existing conditions. Note: your $200 deposit is

NOT refundable by Varsity Spirit LLC.

SCHOOL NAME: _______________________________________

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Please print legibly and use blue or black ink when completing this form. Return with $200.00 per person deposit to:

“Varsity Spirit” Houston Parade • P.O. Box 752790 • Memphis, TN 38175-2790.To return by FedEx or UPS: 6745 Lenox Center Court, Suite 300, Memphis, TN 38115

For any additional information regarding this tour, please call UCA at 888-243-3782, UDA at 800-326-2383 or NCA/NDA at 800-622-2946.

Make check payable to “Varsity Spirit LLC Houston Parade.”

ONE TIME OFFER!!OPTIONAL SOUVENIR DVD

PARTICIPANT RESERVATION FORMPlease check here if you are planning on purchasing the “commuter” participant package. (A commuter must live within a 85 mile radius of Houston, TX)

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Participant name: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Full address: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Street Address (no P.O. Boxes accepted) City State Zip

Home number: (_______)_____________________ Cell number: (_______)_____________________ All American email address for all email correspondence:

_______________________________________________________________

Check one: o UCA All-American o UDA All-American o NCA All-American o NDA All-American Type of team (check one) o Jr. High o Jr. Varsity o Varsity

Year in school Fall of 2016: ________________________

I attended 2016 Varsity camp at: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of University or Home Camp Date Attended

Name of your school: ________________________________________________ School address/city/state: _____________________________________________________________________

Parent Contact: ___________________________________________________________ Parent Email address:_____________________________________________________________________

Parent Contact: Work Phone: (____)___________________ Home Phone: (____)_____________________ Cell Phone: (____)________________________________________________________

Tour Chaperone: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

TRAVEL INSURANCE: I PLAN TO: Purchase travel insurance via the internet (www.insuremytrip.com) Get my own travel insurance Not have any travel protection

EXTRA NIGHTS at $140 per room per night: # of rooms________for Monday, Nov. 21 # of rooms________for Friday, Nov. 25

ROOMING ASSIGNMENTS (Varsity Spirit LLC does not assign roommates) TOTAL ADULTS:_________ TOTAL MINORS:_________

ROOMING LISTS (IMPORTANT): This form must be filled out completely in order for your registration to be accepted. Reservation will be entered according to the dates below and

charged as such. List below names in full of people staying in either quad (4), triple (3), double (2) or rooms. In parenthesis, specify on of the following for each person: (P)=Participant

(A)=Advisor (F)=Family/Friend Please Note: Rollaway beds are not available. (PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)

PLEASE RE-READ THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE, CANCELLATION AND REFUND SECTIONS BEFORE SIGNING THIS CONTRACT.

I/WE HAVE READ THIS BROCHURE AND UNDERSTAND AND ACCEPT ITS CONTENTS:

________________________________________ ____/____/____ (_____)_______________ Participant’s Signature Date Daytime Phone

________________________________________ ____/____/____ (_____)_______________ Guardian/Parent Signature Date Daytime Phone

MODE OF TRANSPORTATION TO HOUSTON, TEXAS Flying Driving

DOUBLES (TWO IN EACH ROOM) P/A/F ARRIVAL DATE DEPART DATE

1._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)2._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)1._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)2._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)

TRIPLES (THREE IN EACH ROOM) P/A/F ARRIVAL DATE DEPART DATE

1._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)2._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)3._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)

DOUBLES (TWO IN EACH ROOM) P/A/F ARRIVAL DATE DEPART DATE

1._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)2._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)1._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)2._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)

QUADS (FOUR IN EACH ROOM) P/A/F ARRIVAL DATE DEPART DATE

1._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)2._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)3._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)4._________________________________(_____)____(_____)____(_____)

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS:For cancellations received BEFORE September 12, 2016, all monies will be refunded with the exception of the $200.00 per person deposit. For cancellations made BETWEEN September 12, 2016 and October 11, 2016, an additional $100.00 per person penalty will apply to cover entertainment guarantees. For cancellations received AFTER October 10, 2016, THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS.All cancellations must be in writing to Varsity Spirit LLC. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT CANCELLATIONS BY PHONE. Cancellations may be faxed to Varsity Spirit LLC at 800-969-8295.

Professionally-made DVD of your All-American trip to Houston! DVD includes tours, hotel, practice, performance, dancing & much more!

The pre-order cost of the DVD is $60.00 - no shipping is charged on pre-order only!

IF YOU DO NOT WANT A DVD, please indicate: PLEASE CHECK ONE:

I want a DVD and payment is included. I DO NOT want a DVD. I didn’t include money for it.

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CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS FOR DEPOSITIf anyone would like to charge their deposit on a credit card, we accept VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Discover. Below list

the person wishing to charge, their credit card number, expiration date and amount to be charged along with their signature.

*WE MUST HAVE YOUR FULL BILLING ADDRESS IN ORDER TO PROCESS A CHARGE.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Card Holder Name

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address (city, state, zip)

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Team/School Name

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Team/School Address (city/state/zip)

VISA MC AMEX DIS Exp. Date _____ /_____ /_____

Card # oooo oooo oooo oooo CVV (Security Code): ___________

Amount Charged _______________________________________ o Deposit o Full payment

Signature ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Daytime or Cell Phone # (_______)_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Email _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

There will be many girls, boys, parents, and staff traveling to Houston as part of this event. We are looking forward to a great Thanksgiving event, and would like to take this opportunity to assure all parents that our main concern is each participant’s safety. Therefore, we have established the following rules of conduct and behavior for each participant while on tour. Each participant was chosen as an ALL-AMERICAN CHEERLEADER or DANCER and it is indeed an honor, as they are representing their state, hometown, school, and most of all family and themselves. Varsity Spirit LLC, asks each participant and their parents to carefully read and understand the necessity of following these rules. Parents and participants must both sign this form and return it (with registration and other attached forms) to the Varsity Spirit LLC office. Please remember that we want you to have a great time, but within the parameters of this agreement.

1. A chaperone/adult (age 21 and over) is required to attend with participants. This chaperone will be responsible for participants outside of scheduled rehearsals and performances (free time) including but not limited to swimming, free time at event site or hotel.

2. Varsity Spirit LLC is not responsible for participants on their free time.3. It is my responsibility to learn my routine from the video sent to me and to pack and bring all of my uniform to Houston.4. I understand that during the independent or free time on this tour, I will be able to sightsee or shop with my chaperone.5. It is strictly PROHIBITED to all, any member of the opposite sex in my room, whether or not they are a member of the tour and to do so will result in immediate

expulsion from the tour. I also understand that if any strangers are found in my room, they will immediately be expelled from the hotel by hotel security, and the Varsity Spirit staff.6. The use of alcohol and/or any other controlled substance is strictly PROHIBITED AND FORBIDDEN. No smoking is allowed. Failure to comply will result in immediate dismissal and

a letter to your coach and principal.7. I will be expected to be on time for all tours, sightseeing excursions, rehearsals, and performances.

I understand and agree that any infraction of these rules and conditions could cause my immediate expulsion from the tour and result in my being sent home at my parent’s expense without refund for unused portions of the trip.

________________________________________________________Participant’s Signature

________________________________________________________Date

________________________________________________________Parent’s Signature

________________________________________________________Date

To be completed and returned for participants only.RETURN TO: “Varsity Spirit” Houston ParadeP.O. Box 752790 Memphis, TN 38175-2790

IF YOU FAIL TO COMPLETE ANY PART OF THIS FORM, IT WILL BE RETURNED TO YOU FOR COMPLETION, PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE.

VARSITY SPIRIT ALL-AMERICANSRULES OF CONDUCT AND BEHAVIOR

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ALL-AMERICAN UNIFORM SHEETYou must check one: UCA UDA NCA NDA

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PARTICIPANT ADDRESSName: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Street Address (No P.O. Box numbers) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City ______________________________________________________ State _____________________ Zip _____________________ Phone (_______)________________

I attended 2016 camp at: ___________________________________________________________________________________ o Regular Camp o Home Camp

Name of University/School/Home Camp and City/State Date Attended

Name of your school: ____________________________________________________ School city/state: ____________________________________________________

GIRLS Fill in blanks:Height: __________ Waist: __________ Bust: __________ Hips: __________

GUYS Fill in blanks:Height: __________ Waist: __________ Chest: __________

NON-PARTICIPANT: For traveling non-participants only (Souvenir T-shirt) (Please indicate number of each)_____ Youth Med. (10-12) _____ Youth Lg. (14-16) _____ Small _____ Medium _____ Large _____ X-Large _____ XX-Large _____ 3X-Large

(Souvenir t-shirt will be shipped w/participnats uniform.)Names of Traveling Non-Participants (on the tour package):

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM TO: “Varsity Spirit” Houston Parade • P.O. Box 752790 • Memphis, TN 38175-2790

IF YOU FAIL TO COMPLETE ANY PART OF THIS FORM, IT WILL BE RETURNED TO YOU FOR COMPLETION, PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE.

Souvenir T-Shirt

o Y. Medium (10-12) o Y. Large (14-16) o Small o Medium o Large o X-Large o XX-Large

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

FOR MEASURING TIPS PLEASE GO TO UCA.VARSITY.COM, UDA.VARSITY.COM, NCA.VARSITY.COM OR NDA.VARSITY.COM AND CLICK ON SPECIAL EVENTS.It is very important that each participant measures correctly for these uniforms. Please watch the video instructions on one of the websites listed above. Even if you already purchase Varsity Uniforms, every uniform style measures differently. Exchanges may not be available for this event. Uniforms may vary slightly from pictures in brochures.

Your Waist Measurement in Inches(With Recommended size)

o (Size 28”-30”) S

o (Size 31”-33”) M

o (Size 34”-36”) L

o (Size 37”-39”) XL

o (Size 40”-42”) 2XL

o (Size 43”-45”) 3XL

*Pants will be shipped unhemmed to ensure proper length

Check one:Brief Size:

o Small

o Medium

o Large

o X-Large

o XX-Large

Souvenir T-Shirt

o Y. Medium (10-12)

o Y. Large (14-16)

o Small

o Medium

o Large

o X-Large

o XX-Large

o 25”-26” (Size 26)

o 27”-28” (Size 28)

o 29”-30” (Size 30)

o 31”-32” (Size 32)

o 33”-34” (Size 34)

o 35”-36” (Size 36)

o 37”-38” (Size 38)

o 39”-40” (Size 40)

o 41”-42” (Size 42)

o 43”-44” (Size 44)

o 45”-46” (Size 46)

o 47”-48” (Size 48)

o 49”-50” (Size 50)

o 51”-52” (Size 52)

Top: Your Bust Measurement in Inches (With Recommended size)

o 29”-30” (Size 34)

o 31”-32” (Size 36)

o 33”-34” (Size 38)

o 35”-36” (Size 40)

o 37”-38” (Size 42)

o 39”-40” (Size 44)

o 41”-42” (Size 46)

o 43”-44” (Size 48)

o 45”-46” (Size 50)

o 47”-48” (Size 52)

o 49”-50” (Size 54)

o 51”-52” (Size 56)

Your Chest Measurement in Inches(With Recommended size)

Skirt: Polyester elastic waist (A-Line Style)(With Recommended size)

WAIST HIPS LENGTH

o (Size XS) 20”-22” 30”-32” 10”

o (Size S) 23”-25” 33”-35” 12”

o (Size M) 26”-28” 36”-38” 13”

o (Size L) 29”-31” 39”-41” 14”

o (Size XL) 32”-34” 42”-44” 15”

o (Size 2XL) 35”-37” 45”-47” 16”

o (Size 3XL) 38”-40” 48”-50” 16”

o (Size 4XL) 41”-43” 51”-53” 17”

(IF YOU MEASURE IN BETWEEN SIZES, GO WITH THE LARGER SIZE)

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“For The All-American Collection”

VARSITY SPIRIT BRANDS

MOTORCOACH (BUS) TRANSPORTATION: Deluxe motorcoaches for the group’s exclusive use during the entire stay in Houston. Round trip airport transfers for November 22, 2016 and November 25, 2016 will be provided only for tour participants who have purchased the tour package including airfare as outlined in this brochure. Transportation to and from the airport will be provided ONLY for arrivals between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on November 22, 2016, and departures between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on November 25, 2016.

THE COST OF YOUR TRIP INCLUDES:ACCOMMODATIONS: Accommodations will be provided at the JW Marriott, a centrally located deluxe hotel with baggage handling upon arrival and departure.

SPECIAL FEATURES: • Kemah Boardwalk• Space Center - Houston• Parade participation• Transportation to and from all activities on trip

MEALS include: Buffet breakfast served daily, Mexican buffet, Pasta dinner at the hotel, Thanksgiving lunch buffet, and Texas BBQ dinner.

UNIFORM: For parade participants only. Uniform includes top, skirt or pants (for males), briefs and poms. For further information, please call our office at 1.800.238.0286 ext. 4363.

TOUR DOCUMENTS: Approximately 7 days prior to your departure, you will receive a confirmation email from Varsity Spirit LLC containing your final itinerary, hotel address, phone number, and travel instructions

THE COST OF YOUR TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE:Air transportation from your home to Houston, Texas, lunch on arrival day and Wednesday when shopping, optional expenses - items of a personal nature; independent sightseeing, trip can-cellation/baggage insurance; meals and beverages other than specified; hotel self parking in the garage; baggage handling at airport; round trip airport transfer for those who have not purchased airline tickets through A & I Travel; any other items not mentioned as included.

“OUT-OF-POCKET” EXPENSES: Each participant is responsible for lunches, phone calls, etc. We suggest $40.00 per day for “out-of-pocket” expenses.

Contact the dedicated Varsity Team at 866.719.0379or [email protected]

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:888-243-3782 • 800-326-2383 • 800-622-2946

A & I Travel is happy to pro-vide you with a no-obligation quote.

For more information check out uca.varsity.com, uda.varsity.com, nca.varsity.com or nda.varsity.com

• Tips and Taxes for all services• Souvenir T-shirt for everyone• Parade seating for spectators on the package

Uniforms for this tour providedby VARSITY SPIRIT FASHION.Varsity is the official uniformof the UCA/UDA/NCA/NDA staff.