Competition checklist

I am assuming that your teacher has checked that everything you are planning to wear is approved by the SOBHD. Judges will take marks off for things that are worn that shouldn't be worn and things that aren't that should be! Check the SOBHD Dress Code if you are unsure about something you or your child is planning to wear in a competition.

Here's a list of what you should be packing to take with you. As you can see, a sturdy suit carrier is definitely a worthwhile investment.

(Items in red italics pertain to male competitors)


HIGHLAND DANCES
Kilt (with dark coloured underwear)	*Kilt Hose (with elastics/flashes)*
Jacket/Waistcoat	White Highland Blouse/White shirt
*Bow tie*	Lace insert if wearing sleeved jacket
Black Highland pumps	Braces
*Sporran*	Body top if wearing sleeved jacket
*Bonnet*
NATIONAL DANCES
Aboyne Skirt/Tartan Trews	White underskirt
White socks/tights for adults (and spares)	White blouse for Aboyne
Aboyne Bodice and cord	Plaid and Brooch
Light coloured underwear
SAILOR'S HORNPIPE
Trousers	Top
Hat	White/Navy socks
Black ribbon for top	Vest (if not attached to top)

IRISH JIG
Skirt/Dress with apron	White underskirt
Blouse if dress is sleeveless	Bodice if wearing skirt or white dress
White socks/tights for adults	Hair ribbon if desired
*Tailcoat, waistcoat and trousers*	*Hat, muffler and shillelagh*
*White shirt*	Jig Shoes

OTHER THINGS TO HAVE
Towels	Sewing kits
Spare shoe laces/elastic	Lots of safety pins
Items for hair styling	Directions to the event
Rosin (or slipstop)	A beach towel (for stretching on)
Painkillers	Spare elastics for hose
Your results book	A camera
Any trophies from last year to return	Refreshments
IMPORTANT - Your Registration Card Without it, you will not be able to dance