2/08/2014

Baton Twirling Supplies For Children

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.

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.

You may notice that your chosen club has a practice uniform. This is normal practice, although it is usual for new starters to wear normal gym clothing, as this will help to avoid paying for specific outfits if your child then chooses not to continue with the activity. Most practice outfits consist of a club leotard and either dancing shoes or trainers, depending on whether the practising is outside or inside. As it is usually indoors, this allows bare feet for the first few classes, which is another way to save money at the beginning.

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.

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.

Special performances and competitions may require extra equipment. For example, ribbons can be attached to the batons. These can be bought from specific majorette suppliers, but will also be available from any craft shop in a range of colours, and this could be a cheaper option.

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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