EQUIPMENT:

 

Batons

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To determine the appropriate length, measure from the underarm to the tip of the longest finger and then add one inch. The correct size of baton is very important to allow proper baton technique development. If you are planning on competing in the 2-Baton event you must have 2 batons that are exactly the same size and brand. Likewise for the 3-Baton Event.

 

New batons are approximately $45.00 and can be ordered by emailing abta@telusplanet.net. Eastside Sports in Airdrie also sells new batons for approximately $50.00.

 

Grip Tape can be put on batons for better grip and control and can be purchased at most sports supply stores. Grip tape can be purchased from Eastside Sports.

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Practice Attire

 

If you are planning on purchasing new jazz shoes and tights for your child please buy BLOCH, BEIGE (skin tone) split sole, (no lace) jazz shoes (not Cappezio). They are approximately $65.00.
We recommend Mondor Dance, Light Tan, micro-fiber tights, which cost between $15 - $17.

 

COSTUMES:

Individual event costumes can be made by a professional seamstress, bought at one of the dance supply stores listed below, ordered annually from "A Wish Come True" Costume Company, consignment stores, eBay, or online costume groups.

 

SUPPLIERS:
Baton/Dance Supplies can be purchased from the following recommended vendors:

 

CITY DANCEWEAR (Dance and active wear, dance shoes)
106, 5403 – Crowchild Trail NW
(403) 288-3060

 

CITY DANCEWEAR (Dance and active wear, dance shoes, tights)
Suite 16 - 6624 Centre Street South
(403) 263-4828

 

EAST SIDE SPORTS in Airdrie (Batons)
805 East Lake Blvd. N.E.
Airdrie, AB
(403) 912-3012

 

ATTITUDE DANCEWEAR (New Costumes, Consigned Costumes, Baton, Tights, Jazz Shoes)
Airdre, AB
(403) 980-4014

 

ONCE UPON A CHILD Consignment Stores often have gently used practice attire, shoes, costumes, etc.

 

A WISH COME TRUE specializes in costumes and accessories for

competitions.

 

WEISMANN COSTUMES - team costumes

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