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Baton Twirling Disciplines

A complete list of all disciplines and their programs.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 23:02

Inclusivity

CBTF is committed to making baton twirling a sport for everyone. Athletes of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds are welcomed and supported, with programs designed to meet different needs and encourage growth at every level. Inclusivity means celebrating diversity, building confidence, and ensuring every child feels valued—so they can enjoy twirling, make friends, and find success on their own path.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:56

Competition & Clinic Opportunities

Competitive athletes begin their journey at the local level, gaining valuable experience and building confidence in front of judges. These events prepare them for the Provincial Championships, where they compete against peers from across the province. Provincial competitions also act as qualifying events for the National Championships, giving athletes the chance to advance to Canada’s highest stage.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:55

Competitive Program

The CBTF Graded Program is designed for entry-level competitive athletes ages 6–11 who have progressed beyond the pre-competitive stage. At this point in their twirling journey, athletes begin working on personalized routines that showcase their individual skills and creativity, rather than following set routines. They perform in front of judges at competitions, but instead of receiving scores or rankings, athletes are awarded a Gold, Silver, or Bronze grading within their category.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:55

Graded Program

The CBTF Graded Program is designed for entry-level competitive athletes ages 6–11 who have progressed beyond the pre-competitive stage. At this point in their twirling journey, athletes begin working on personalized routines that showcase their individual skills and creativity, rather than following set routines. They perform in front of judges at competitions, but instead of receiving scores or rankings, athletes are awarded a Gold, Silver, or Bronze grading within their category.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:51

Pre-Competitive Program

The CBTF Pre-Competitive Program is designed as the entry point into competition, giving athletes a supportive and structured way to transition from recreational twirling to competitive sport.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:50

Skills Development Program

The CBTF Skills Development Program (SDP) is the national foundation for athlete growth in baton twirling, guiding participants through a structured pathway of ribbons, badges, and pins.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:49

Long-Term Development

The CBTF Long-Term Development (LTD) framework provides a clear pathway for athletes to grow in baton twirling from their first spin to lifelong participation.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:45

Athlete Programs

The Canadian Baton Twirling Federation (CBTF) offers unique opportunities for growth, skill development, community connection and competition for all ages and ability levels.

By Admin at Tue, 12/09/2025 - 22:42

Proper Pre-Competition Nutrition

Submitted By: Cassandra Frank

Importance of a Good Training Diet

There are no miracle meals that can be consumed prior to, during, or after a competition that will compensate for a poor training diet. Athletes should always eat a well-balanced diet rich in complex carbohydrates to prevent chronic energy depletion and nutritional deficiencies. Along with proper nutrition athletes should always consume lots of water to remain hydrated when training.

By Admin at Sat, 01/29/2011 - 15:09

An Athlete’s Mental Tools

Submitted By: Danielle Priel

Have you ever been nervous to twirl in front of judges or a lot of people? Well, you’re not alone.  Many other twirlers feel the same way.  Here are some mental training suggestions to boost your confidence.

By Admin at Tue, 02/22/2011 - 13:17

Stress and Motivation

Submitted By: Sara Thibeault

Sometimes competition can be stressful, but if you know how to handle it, a little bit of stress can be helpful!

By Admin at Tue, 04/05/2011 - 09:20

Proper Makeup Care & Safety

Submitted By: Cassandra Frank

When is it Time to Throw Out Your Makeup?

All make up expires at some point and should be discarded due to health and quality concerns. Despite preservatives, bacteria will grow in makeup especially if it has not been stored properly. Bacteria can cause several mild and more severe health issues which are easily avoidable. Old makeup also lacks the smoothness and quality of new, bacteria free, makeup.

By Admin at Thu, 05/05/2011 - 20:19

CBTF Long-Term Development Model

The CBTF Technical Committee has approved an update to the CBTF Long-Term Athlete Development model. This model is based on the Canadian Sport Centre’s Long Term Development Model. In each phase, the Model relates the athlete's development stage to their participation in the sport.

This model is a very useful guide for coaches, athletes, and parents.

By Admin at Wed, 03/12/2008 - 10:34

Benefits of Being a CBTF-Certified Coach

Becoming a coach with the Canadian Baton Twirling Federation (CBTF) is an incredibly rewarding experience that allows you to be part of a dynamic, knowledgeable, and supportive community. CBTF offers a comprehensive certification program, interactive webinars, and an extensive online education portal filled with valuable resources to help you grow and stay current in the sport.

By Admin at Mon, 12/08/2025 - 13:41

Applications for Team Manager to 2026 IBTF Freestyle & Rhythmic Twirl World Championship and Nations Cup

Dec 3, 2025 - Applications for the Team Manager for the 2026 IBTF World Freestyle and Rhythmic Twirl Championship and Nations Cup are now open.

To submit an application, follow this link for information and the application forms: https://form.jotform.com/253336088312253

The deadline to apply is December 31, 2025.

By Admin at Wed, 12/03/2025 - 22:08

CBTF-Certified Coaches

As of Nov 30, 2025 - This is a list of coaches and their CBTF coaching status.

There are three steps to each level of training in the CBTF Coaching program:

By Admin at Mon, 07/29/2024 - 10:49

2026 Canadian Team Trials Schedule of Events

November 21, 2026 - The preliminary schedule for the 2026 Canadian Team Trials is outlined below.  Please note that the schedule is subject to change based on entries.  A final schedule will be posted after the entries have been processed.

By Admin at Fri, 11/21/2025 - 09:51

CBTF-Certified Judges

As of November 20, 2025 - This is a list of all Active Judges and their CBTF Certifications.

By Admin at Wed, 09/12/2012 - 18:29

Judging Applications - 2026 Trials, 2026 Canadian Winner/Championship, 2026 Freestyle WC/NC

Nov 16, 2025 - Judges are invited to submit an application to judge at the following 2026 National and International competitions:

  • Canadian Team Trials – Oshawa, ON (May 14-16, 2026)
  • Canadian Winner/Championships and Maple Leaf Open – Regina, SK (July 1-5, 2026)
  • IBTF World Freestyle Championship & Nations Cup – Paris, France (August 2026)

To submit an application, complete the appropriate online JotForm:

By Admin at Sun, 11/16/2025 - 11:45

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