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Posted: Wed May 30, 2007 2:37 pm
I've been a flute/piccolo/oboe player since 5th grade. Since my junior year is approching, I thought it was time to try something new. Ta-da... flag corp try-outs. Well, I made it on the team of 17 (including two alternetives [luckily, I am NOT an alternetive]), and I was wondering if anyone has any advice, other than not to hit myself on the head.
Thanks.
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Posted: Sun Jun 17, 2007 5:04 pm
Well, the not hitting yourself in the head one is pretty big, but I'd say. Pack for your guard trips at least two nights in advance because you're bound to remember something you need and this way you'll have plenty of time to do so. You might want to make a list of all the stuff you'll need for guard trips. If your guard is heavy into the pranking stuff, always check out EVERYTHING in the bathroom before using it, including the shower and sink. Umm, also if they are into pranks make sure you do not tell them of any phobias. If you prank, and it's something big, make sure it's okay with someone in authority before you do it because that helps big time if something goes wrong. Um......hmm......do lots and lots of strengthening stuff it'll help. Be careful whenever the flag/weapon is in your hand because you can injure yourself in many way...trust me. If you are required to have gloves, buy extra pairs. Always either wear sneakers or have them handy when participating in guard related activities. I can't really think of anything else.
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Posted: Thu Jun 28, 2007 2:25 pm
Do cardio.
It will get you ready for running long distances.
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Posted: Wed Jul 04, 2007 8:31 am
Always check to make sure you have every piece to your uniform and be ready to withstand ANY kind of weather(rain, snow, sleet, etc.)
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Posted: Wed Jul 11, 2007 8:51 pm
Practice, practice, practice. Even if you don't feel like getting your butt outside, or you can't get outside with your equipment, mime your work when you're not doing anything else. I do it at work all the time. Build up your stamina so you can last to the end of the show, and build your arm strength to make tosses easier.
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Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2007 3:18 pm
Practice your expressions. Some time it kind be hard to keep one expression while you are jazz running a cross a field.
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Posted: Sat Jul 21, 2007 10:39 am
My tip would have to be... well everything already mentioned.
Also... don't do flagwork inside. Trust me, just... don't.
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Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 10:26 pm
noxlilyxonxmyxgrave My tip would have to be... well everything already mentioned. Also... don't do flagwork inside. Trust me, just... don't. I think that one's a givin. I tried that once. I broke a ceiling fan. =P
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 7:35 am
I've been doing color guard for five years and have been captain all five. my piecce of advice is that you should start with the basics. then work up to the harder stuff, like tosses. Start with drop spins and pull hits. when you get confortable, start adding other things like speed spins and tosses. it also helps to set a goal in the form of a routine, the try to master it by practicing the routine every night.
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