To request an appearance by Vanderbilt Cheer, Dance, or Mr. C, please review all directions and guidelines below and submit a request at the link above.

• The requesting group/organization must submit a completed appearance contract prior to the event. All events are subject to approval and contracts must be submitted in a timely manner in order to be considered.
• Appearance requests are reviewed on a weekly basis. We will review your request and notify you regarding the status of your requests within 7 days following your submission. Requests are filled on a first come, first served basis and subject to team availability.
• After the appearance takes place an invoice will be sent to you for payment. Payment is expected within 14 business days.
• Any cancellation within a week prior to the appearance is subject to a cancellation fee if your appearance is approved.
• Please contact the Spirit Program email at Vandyspirit@gmail.com a week prior to the event to confirm all details.
• Event date/time changes may be requested for approved appearances but cannot be guaranteed and are subject to cancellation.

APPEARANCE GUIDELINES

Vanderbilt Spirit Program and Mascot Program Appearance Guidelines

• Spirit Program members may not attend a function that causes them to miss classes, practices, Vanderbilt Athletics events, or other program obligations.
• Outside groups may not use Vanderbilt trademark logos for promotion of an event.
• Requested Spirit Program and Mascot Program members may not accept gifts, special promotions, or other items unless those items are approved by coaching staff and compliance prior to the event.
• Vanderbilt Spirit Program reserves the right to cancel an appearance at any time due to schedule changes, illness, emergencies, etc.
• Appearances are charged by the hour! We recommend limiting to a two-hour timeframe for Cheer and Dance and limiting to a one-hour timeframe for Mascots.
• Keep in mind that Spirit Program members attend events as special guests to represent the University. They are there to meet and greet guests, take photos and/or perform. They are not available to assist in any manual labor, set up or tear down of the event. Please contact us if you have questions regarding this policy.
• Requesting group/organization must provide the following:
• Parking
• Private changing room and break area for mascots that is not a restroom
• Secure area to store personal belongings
• On site contact person to communicate all details of the event
• A sound system for any appearances involving a performance
• Vanderbilt Spirit Program members enjoy entertaining a friendly and safe audience. They reserve the right to walk away from any appearance in which they feel unsafe.

Note that appearances are limited to one hour and mileage will be added to the pricing for any event more than 25 miles from campus.

Pricing

• Vanderbilt University: Student groups, Departments, Camps; Official Vanderbilt events on campus; Non-profit organizations
  • Mr. C - $200
  • Cheer/Dance Small Group (4-6 members) - $200
  • Mr. C + Cheer/Dance (Small Group) Bundle - $300
  • Mr. C + Cheer/Dance (Large Group) Bundle - $300
• Vanderbilt Athletics sponsors; Off Campus Appearances
  • Mr. C - $300
  • Cheer/Dance Small Group (4-6 members) - $300
  • Mr. C + Cheer/Dance (Small Group) Bundle - $400
  • Mr. C + Cheer/Dance (Large Group) Bundle - $400
• Corporate events held at Vanderbilt Athletic facilities
  • Mr. C - $400
  • Cheer/Dance Small Group (4-6 members) - $400
  • Mr. C + Cheer/Dance (Small Group) Bundle - $600
  • Mr. C + Cheer/Dance (Large Group) Bundle - $600
• Private Personal Events (e.g. weddings); Private Corporate Events and Other Offsite Events
  • Mr. C - $500

As a reminder the summer season is limited for our program.

Thank you!