Wednesday 25 March 2015

GRACE, DISCIPLINE AND SKILL – THE DRILL TEAM

Well-designed and stunning uniforms, precisely controlled movement and meticulous teamwork and coordination – these are the ingredients for any successful drill team. Judges give high points to performances which display rhythmic, synchronized routines, but individual athleticism and dexterity is equally vital. The costumes and accessories spell the vital difference, though. To the evaluators, an eye-catching, elaborate and well-made drill team uniform that is as impressive to perform in as it was to put together, is a definite plus.
In military drill teams, the panel of judges is mostly comprised of ex-armed forces personnel or honor guards. Correct and disciplined marching, well-pressed and spotless uniforms, effortlessly maneuvered rifles and overall physical dexterity and precision are some of the criteria according to which these veterans judge drill teams, but differences in personal experiences and expectations play their part as Dance drill teams are all about providing an engaging and disciplined display that is less flashy and garish than traditional cheerleading. Originally devised to provide something to keep the crowds seated during halftime in football matches, it is a highly diverse performance, incorporating anything from bugle and drums, stunts, dances, military-style marching and baton twirling and kicks.
Pep flag teams specialize in flag twirling. The flag-twirler requires strong, graceful and coordinated movements along with showmanship and confidence to deliver a strong performance. Due to the universal nature of flags, you will find pep flag teams in many parts of the world, performing in sports events, at expo centers and during visits by foreign dignitaries.
A great drill team uniform doesn’t just look and feel good – it infuses a sense of camaraderie and pride in the wearer. A shabbily-dressed troop will have significantly different confidence, alertness and performance levels than one that is dressed for victory. Wearing fancy outfits and performing in front of a crowd can make even the most experienced and charged drill team jittery. The nervousness resulting from an embarrassing mistake in a costume’s stitching or a suit that leaks color in the event of rain is enough to ruin hours of rehearsals, and dent confidence for years.
It is the duty of all drill team uniform suppliers to provide services that dazzle crowds, turn the judges’ heads and win competitions.
At The Bandmans Company, we make every effort to make sure that your drill team stands out among the rest. Affordable, established and in a class of its own, our quality apparel will give your drill team the edge in any military, dance or flag and pom event, raking in top points for flair and immaculate design in many of our reviews.
Do go over our drill team and band outfits, we’re sure you’ll find something to fit you requirements. It is our commitment to provide drill team uniforms, accessories and footwear that will please you and your team’s judges in equal measure. Remember – it’s a visual performance, and the confidence that comes from wearing a great-looking and comfortable drill team outfit shows!

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