When teaching Contra Corners, take a moment to alert the inactive dancers that their first left allemande always comes from their right. "Look right for the first one". The dance will flow more smoothly and save confusion.
Also, inactives are responsible for giving the actives a "good ride", which favor is returned when they become active.
I like the little LEGO person image of hooked but not grabbing hands. I dislike flat hand allemandes: when done with wrists straight, there's no connection; when done with wrists turned to get that connection, there's bad strain on my wrist. I recognize this is a point of contention, with strongly held views. If you want to contest the point, please start a new thread.
Rich Dempsey
Country Dancers of Rochester (NY)
I’m trying to add more style points to my teaching. What are some of your favorite brief style or safety tips to deliver from the mic? Ones that are relevant to specific sequences, general tips, for beginners, or for experienced dancers, I’m interested in any and all of them!
Harris Lapiroff
Dance Caller and Organizer
Boston Intergenerational Dance Advocates Board (Cambridge MA)
Pinewoods Camp, Inc Board (Plymouth MA)
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