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Being a Leader
Being a leader is not for the faint of heart. It’s a crazy combination of hard work, heart, and soul ... -
In Pursuit of Tenths
Competition results often come down to just a matter of tenths. Such a fractional percentage of a score, yet just ... -
In the Details
At the end of each competitive season, guards across the country work hard to clean and improve nearly every aspect ... -
Wrapping, Sails and the Newbie
Happy summer! As I write this, I am sure that the majority of us are in the midst of summer ... -
Rearview Mirror
Congratulations! You made it through yet another year-long ride on the color guard coaster. It all started with the first ... -
We Are All Wobblers
Beginners and experts in a field have a lot more in common than you would think. Guard instructor Chris Casteel ... -
Fears and Fixes
In his famous inaugural speech, President Franklin D. Roosevelt said: “The only thing we have to fear is ... fear ... -
“Practice Makes Perfect” … or Does It?
Is practice the only thing it takes to make a guard perfect? There comes a time when “practicing” must shift ... -
“Even the Ears Must Dance”
Tips by color guard educator Chris Casteel on harnessing musicality in your movement and overall performance. From Halftime Magazine, a ... -
“You Gotta Find Your Core”
Developing a strong core (or trunk, as many people refer to it) is more about strengthening the group of muscles ... -
The Aftermath
Waking up the day after a performance with aches and pains seems almost unavoidable; however, this should not be the ... -
Honorable Color Guards
Honorable competitors behave in a courteous way before, during and after a show. Find out some easy ways to let ... -
Cardboard or Clay?
Color guard professional Chris Casteel inspires students to use their personal histories to mold their performances. From Halftime Magazine, a ... -
PV and Me
Production Value (PV) is a term performers may hear as part of a General Effect judge commentary. It is the ... -
Color Guard Yoga
If you haven’t already, it’s time to infuse a little yoga into your stretching routine. By color guard instructor Chris ... -
Be Positive on Criticism
Chris Casteel, a color guard instructor, writes about the value of positive criticism. From Halftime Magazine, a print publication and ... -
Guard Culture
All work and no play is not good for the guard. Add some positive culture to your guard team with ... -
The Power of the Hand
There is one expressive tool that is often undervalued by performers: the hand. Find out tips from guard instructor Chris ... -
A Strong Spine
Every art form has a spine in which the entire structure of the performance rests. As a color guard performer, ... -
Aftermath
How can performers use the moments after a show to improve their future experiences? Find out from leading color guard ... -
The Guard Journal
The summer training season is an excellent time to start a color guard journal focused on the processes of equipment, ... -
The Summer Insurance Policy
Let’s face it: In the activity of color guard, it all boils down to good, solid technique. When mastering this ... -
Emulation Learning
Since we are at the end of the winter guard season, now is the perfect time to invest in future ... -
Winning
As we say “hello” to a new season of winter guard, let’s take a look at the attributes that determine ... -
Ready for Winter?
You cannot approach a winter guard performance as you would a field show. Time to adjust your process. From Halftime ... -
Conquering Trouble Spots
If you are facing a trouble spot in your show, you are not alone. Here is the battle plan. From ... -
In 10 Seconds
Find out why the first 10 seconds and the last 10 seconds are the most important part of any performance. ... -
Summertime Stamina
A performer without stamina is like a sailboat on an ocean without wind. It may look great, but there is ... -
Keep It Warm
Depending where you live in the country, it may be the middle to end of winter guard season. In this ... -
From the Door to the Floor
Winter guard season is upon us and with it brings an entirely new performance perspective. The audience and judges are ...