It’s time for back to school! As your children return to their normal routines, begin tackling their first homework assignments, and start looking into extracurricular activities, why not encourage them to try out for their school’s color guard or twirling team? Beyond being great exercise, color guard and twirling help build hand-eye coordination, boost confidence, and present opportunities for new friendships and exciting experiences.

Though color guard and baton twirling have deep roots in military history, they are now a staple for many high school and university as support and crowd encouragement during sporting events, pep rallies, parades, and much more. The color guard often performs alongside the marching band at the halftime show, displaying school spirit through careful choreography. Also, many performers are given the opportunity to participate in competitions at regional, state, and even national levels. Joining a school’s color guard is a great way to hone skills while meeting a wide variety of new people.

Especially if your student has never experienced a try-out before, auditioning to join the color guard can be nerve wracking. Help your child prepare an audition number at home or with the help of his or her twirling instructor, and go over it a few times before the big day. By helping them prepare ahead of time, they can be confident in their skills and perform like a professional.

If your student wants to audition for his or her school color guard, make sure they are equipped with the highest-quality twirling gear from Starline Baton. From batons to boots, our twirling equipment is top of the line. Order online, or give us a call at (931) 528-7829 to learn more.

Posted: 9/2/2014