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How to Twirl a Flag Posted: 3/28/2012 Are you planning to try out for your school's color guard or drill team? If you are, you may need to learn how to twirl a flag. One of the most common techniques in twirling a flag is called a drop spin. To spectators, a drop spin looks like the flag is swiftly spinning in front of the twirler's body. To perform a drop spin, follow these simple instructions: Begin with the basic holding position - holding the flag upright with your right hand on the middle of the pole, just above your nose in height. Grasp the bottom end of the flag pole with your left hand just over your belly button. Release your left hand from the pole and twist the flag counterclockwise with your right hand, forcing your thumb (and the flag) down. Grab the pole with your left hand underneath your right hand. Release the pole with your right hand and twist your left wrist counterclockwise to bring the flag back upright. Replace your right hand back on the pole underneath your left hand with your thumb facing up. Repeat steps 2-3 and you are doing a drop spin!    more   Overcoming Nerves When Performing Posted: 3/23/2012 Sometimes, performing your baton routine in front of a judge can be a very nerve-racking experience. Even the most expert baton twirlers get nervous before their performance. However, you can overcome your nerves by following these tips: Prepare for your performance by practicing your routine thoroughly before the day of the performance. Make sure you know your routine backwards and forwards so that you are confident in your ability to execute it flawlessly. Check out the performance space beforehand. It is good to know how much space you have to perform and the type of material the floor is. If you discover the floor is too slippery for your comfort, you can always dip the soles of your shoes in rosin to give extra traction. Take deep breaths and imagine yourself performing the baton routine flawlessly. This will boost your self confidence, which will result in a better performance. Most importantly, have fun. Performing your routine gives you a chance to share your talents with others. You never know, your routine may inspire another to start twirling.    more   Elements of a Baton Twirling Routine Posted: 3/19/2012 There are certain basic aspects to every baton routine, whether you are a beginner or an advanced twirler. For example, every routine begins with a salute to the judge. The salute is executed by holding the baton in the right hand with the baton held vertical against the left side of the body. The right hand holds the baton about one-third of the way down from the head of the baton and the right elbow points outward, while the left hand is placed on the twirler's hip. A salute shows the judge that you are ready to begin your routine. A baton twirling routine should flow smoothly and include tricks according to the skill level of the twirler. Some very common baton tricks include finger twirls, cradles, elbow rolls, open-handed tosses, back hand catches, horizontal spins, thumb flips, and figure-eights. With practice, a twirler's skill level will improve and they will soon be able to learn more advanced tricks, as well as more difficult variations of the tricks they already know.    more		Latest Posts The Baton Boot Designed For You The Mental and Physical Benefits of Twirling Baton Using Video to Enhance Your Baton Twirling Technique Featured Product: Baton Cases Do You Have the Right Shoes for Baton Twirling? Tips for Tambourine Beginners Perfecting Your Figure 8s Announcement for the New Year World Records in Baton Twirling I Bet You Didn't Know She Twirled! Why Start Twirling? You Know You're A Baton Twirler When... Helpful Stretches for Baton Twirlers Building Flexibility: 101 How to Choose the Right Ball and Tip for your Baton Praise Him With Dancing! Tips for Twirling a Flaming Baton Tips for Your X-Strut Routine Baton Twirling: A (Brief) History Baton Twirling Tricks Feeds  RSS Feed	Categories Baton Twirling (23) Bible Verse (1) Color Guard (1) Dance Hoops (0) Footwear (2) How To Twirl (14) Practice Caps (0) Twirling (19) Twirling Accessories (10) Twirling Products (12) Worship Products (2)   Monthly May 2013 (1) April 2013 (3) March 2013 (1) February 2013 (1) January 2013 (3) December 2012 (1) November 2012 (3) October 2012 (2) September 2012 (1) August 2012 (1) July 2012 (1) June 2012 (1) May 2012 (3) April 2012 (2) March 2012 (3)