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What is Color Guard?
Color Guard, in a nutshell, is dancing with a flag, rifle, or saber! During the Summer and Fall months, we perform with the Marching Band in local parades. From August through October we compete with the Marching Band in field show competitions around the state of Utah. During the Winter months (November - April) we compete (without the Marching Band) in Winter Guard competitions around the state of Utah.
 PurposeColor Guard emphasizes technique, choreography, and performance in the areas of spinning and dance. This program is NOT just an after school program, it is a YEAR long, competitive program that is governed under the Winter Guard International (WGI) and the Utah Color Guard Circuit (UCGC). It is designed to help students become better spinners, dancers, performers, and choreographers. |  Behavior & AttitudeThe Skyridge Color Guard program members are expected to act appropriately at all times. As such, students should demonstrate good citizenship in the community, honor school policies, and respect for all faculty and other students. Color Guard members should listen attentively and show enthusiasm when learning new routines by putting forth their very best effort on a daily basis. Failure to show respect towards leaders or other members of the team will result in probation or dismissal. |  Health & SafetyTeam members are expected to maintain their health and strength in order to participate in Color Guard. If ANY condition (medical, physical, psychological, or emotional) arises that interferes with the safety and function of a team member, proper precautions (including removal) will be taken. If a team member is injured during practice or performance, a physician's release is required to return. |
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 Financial ObligationEach Color Guard member is required to pay the designated participation fee. These amounts vary each season/year and depend on the competition schedule. Estimated amounts will be disclosed prior to auditions - however, keep in mind that if additional competitions are added to the schedule, member costs will increase. Fees cover transportation, competition fees, costumes, equipment, camps and clinics, food, choreography, and team attire. |  CommunicationAppropriate parent topics of communication with coaches include safety, improvement, attitude, work ethic, and behavior. Inappropriate topics of communication with coaches include team strategy, practice schedule, other students, performance times, spot placement in show, and other parents. All guard members and parents are encouraged communicate openly and constructively with each other and the coach(es). |
 ResponsibilityThe Skyridge HIgh School Color Guard program cannot function unless its members are UNITED with one another and dedicated to the responsibilities outlined in the previous articles. Harmony, hard work, and commitment MUST exist in order to build and maintain a successful program. It is a PRIVILEGE not a right to hold membership. Any member who is found in violation of the responsibilities outlined here or demonstrates poor conduct will forfeit membership. |
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