Sunday 16 February 2014

Baton Twirling Supplies For A Child

By Marcie Goodman


A majorette group can be a fun class for a child to join. This could be just for fun, or it could be something done competitively. At any level, it is likely that your child will need baton twirling supplies.

Finding an appropriate class for your child is the first step. There are classes available that will be designed with younger children and even toddlers in mind, which can be a good introduction to decide whether competitions are appropriate. However, some clubs will not provide this opportunity, so it is worth checking before you choose the club.

When attending normal practices, most clubs will allow normal exercise clothes. This is particularly useful at the beginning when it may be uncertain whether your child will enjoy the sport. When your child feels comfortable and decides that he or she would like to continue, it may then be good to buy a leotard and dancing shoes or trainers, depending on the requirements of the specific club. As most practices take place inside, your child may be allowed to dance with bare feet when they first join.

There may be a club uniform that your child could wear. This will help with the feeling of being part of a group, and may be of social help for younger children. If the club takes part in performances, there could also be a number of costumes chosen by the club that the child must wear. However, most clubs have access to a company that provides discounts for bulk buying, so you may benefit from a subsidised cost.

There are a variety of costumes available for children to wear for performances and competitions. Most clubs will have a selection and this could be at a subsidised price, but there are also external companies offering choices. This usually provides a wider selection, and there could even be a bespoke service to allow personal designs. There are also options for themed performances, although it is likely that this will be in the form of a leotard made to look like the selected character.

One of the most important pieces of equipment is the buying of batons. Usually two are required for any given performance, but a child who is competing may find it useful to have a pair for practice and a pair for performing. They are fairly cheap and may be bought from within the club.

Extra equipment could be needed for some competitions or displays. A popular choice is ribbons, which can be added to the batons to create a special group dance. These will be available from majorette suppliers, but can easily be bought from craft shops in a variety of colours, and this may be cheaper.

Baton twirling supplies are important for any child who is engaging in majorette performances. If your child is just beginning the sport, it may be worth allowing some time before buying the equipment so as to ensure that the activity is something that will be continued. However, as your child progresses, there are likely to be more costumes and embellishments that must be bought so that they will look their best when performing.




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