How to Prepare for a Baton Twirling Competition

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make sure you have practised enough in the weeks leading up to the competition.

   Turning up to the competition and not knowing your routine/s well enough could end up in an injury or forgetting your routine while you're on the floor!
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   Step 2: A week before the competition

   , the ends are on the right way or if you use tape, that they're taped up properly. , Yes, this could be a hard step to follow, battling nerves and excitement but try as best you can by going to bed early. ,, Most people prefer not to but if you get something into your stomach (even if it's a piece of fruit) it could most likely help you compete much better than not eating anything. ,, If you stress or worry about your routine too much you could drop it and get upset.
   
   You will walk away much happier if you smile and have fun whilst competing, even if you've dropped it! ,
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   Step 3: check to see if your costume/s fit you

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   Step 4: break in any new dance/baton shoes

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   Step 5: check that your stockings have no holes or ladders in them and see if you need any more dance/twirling supplies like make-up

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   Step 6: hair spray

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   Step 7: bobby pins

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   Step 8: baton tape etc.

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   Step 9: The night before the competition

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    Step 10: make sure your batons are intact i.e.

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    Step 11: Also the night before the competition

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    Step 12: get plenty of rest.

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    Step 13: Wake up early so you can do your hair and make up

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    Step 14: but just remember not to stress too much about this (unless you are first up to compete) as you could always do your hair and/or makeup at the venue.

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    Step 15: In the morning of the competition

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    Step 16: make sure you have eaten something.

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    Step 17: Make sure you arrive at the venue early so you have a lot of time to practise and prepare.

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    Step 18: Remember to have fun!

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    Step 19: Finished.

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