There are many skills taught during our lessons, not just baton and dance. Our athletes learn punctuality, communication skills, working as a team,and good attendance, and commitment. Please be sure you completely understand the commitment and expectations of a Travel Team member. Attendance to practice and performances is of utmost importance. If you are unable to attend for any reason, you must notify your coach ahead of time. Unexcused absences will not be tolerated.

Required Equipment

Many of these items cannot be found in stores and will need to be purchased from the appropriate retailers.

Batons

Competition Team members twirl 28" Sharp Batons (thick shaft). These can be ordered from Sharp Baton Company individually, or thru Ms Katherine.

Practice Attire

A black leotard and black shorts are required for practice. As the weather cools down, black jazz pants are acceptable. Leotards can be ordered thru www.discountdance.com It is the Capezio TB1420 style leotard.

New in 2010- If you do not come in dress code, you will be required to "rent" it for the day at the rate of $1.00 per occurance. This charge will be added to your monthly tuition.

Hair

Hair must be up in a "slicked back" bun for practices and performances. You will need to purchase a hair piece from a beauty supply store for performances and competitions. It should complement your child's natural hair color.

New in 2010- you will also be able to "rent" hair supplies for practice if your child is not prepared. Cost is $2.00 per occurance and will be added to you monthly tuition.

Baton Shoes

Each twirler will need to purchase tan "insteps" (cougars) for performances and competitions. Occasionally we will use black shoes, you may purchase these or possibly borrow from Ms.Katherine. Shoes can be purchased from www.fultonstrim.com

Tights

We wear tan tights made by Liberts. These are ordered by Ms.Katherine. $7 per pair.

Performances- Competition Members are exprcted to participate in all performances and competitions (unless noted as optional)

December 5th St Augustine Christmas Parade

January 30th- USTA Florida Council Competition- Celebration, FL

February 19-22- Twirlmania 2009- Disney World- OPTIONAL

March 6th- USTA First Coast Championships- Jacksonville, FL

April- TBA- possible competition sponsored by Jr Majorettes.

May 1st & 2nd- USTA State Competition- Kissimmee, FL

June 12th & 13th- USTA Regional Competition- Hixon, TN

July 12-17- USTA National Competition- Savannah, GA

Competition Team differs from Recreational Teams by assigning each athlete a "spot" in the routine and also having complex exchanges that can't be "fixed" the week before a performance.We rely on the participation and dedication of these twirlers to build a caliber program.

Hair attire and dress code are non- negotiable items. This is for safety and ease of learning. Parental support is necessary. Those not in dress code will be required to utilize the "rental services" available.