How do you spin a color guard flag?
Try a single toss.
- Start in right flat with your right hand under the neck and your left hand over the tip.
- Then release with your right hand to allow the rifle to spin once and catch it when it is flat in the opposite direction than you started from.
- The difference between this and a J toss with a flag is the timing.
What do color guards throw?
The flag should make one rotation, then you should catch it with your hands in the same position you started with. Other types of tosses include the concert toss, half tosses, one and a half tosses and the cross toss.
Why is color guard so hard?
“It takes practice, dedication and time.” Though windy and rainy weather conditions can make it hard for the guard members and they may hit themselves on the knees, ankles and face when they’re trying to learn the tosses, the girls said being part of the band is worthwhile.
What is the flag called in color guard?
The color guard uses different colors and styles of flags like swing flags and tapered flags to enhance the visual effect of the marching band as a whole. Color guard also may use backdrops to bring color and scenery to the field if the concept of the show is hard to interpret.
How do you make Dropspin?
The Basic Mechanics
- To begin a right hand drop spin, both hands are on the pole with thumbs facing upward, right hand placed above the left.
- The performer then lets go with the left hand, turning that hand clockwise until the thumb is facing down.
How do I prepare for colorguard?
Colorguard auditions will demand all your mental focus….I recommend:
- Athletic shoes – sneakers or split-sole dance sneakers, if you have them. No sandals, flip-flops, or dress shoes.
- Leggings or athletic shorts.
- T-shirt or tank top, plus a long-sleeved top.
- Sunglasses and/or a hat.
- Sunblock.
- Water jug or bottle.
