Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Baton Twirling Supplies For Your Child

By Marcie Goodman


Majorette practice is a fun way for a child to make friends and stay healthy. This can be done simply for fun, or it could be taken to a competitive level. There are various ways to buy baton twirling supplies.

To begin with, you will need to find an appropriate group. Some will cater specifically for younger children and even toddlers, whereas others will offer classes for older teenagers. The choice may depend upon the level at which your child would like to be involved with the exercise. Also, some groups will be unable to allow your child the opportunity to compete, so if this is important, you should check before signing up.

For practising, it is likely that the children will be required to wear regular exercise clothing. For example, a loose top and leggings are suitable for most forms of exercise. As most practices take place indoors, it may be possible for your child to take part without shoes to begin with, although it is likely that trainers or dance shoes will be required for performances and competitions. Leotards are also popular for majorettes.

Club uniforms are usually quite cheap, but are generally worth buying. As well as the practical benefit, your child may also feel a sense of community with their new friends. For club performances, you may also be required to buy the costume as chosen by the group.

There are plenty of suppliers providing dance costumes, and some will design specifically with majorettes in mind. Bespoke companies are also available to carry out personal designs, but this could incur an extra cost. Alternatively, ask the club if they are involved with any suppliers, as they are likely to give you some catalogues, and may even provide a discount if bought through the club.

The batons themselves are important to buy. At the very start, your child may be given spare batons from the club to prevent unnecessary cost. However, it will soon become necessary for children to have their own pair. This means they are owned by you, and your child can practice more at home, which is especially important prior to competitions.

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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