25 Apr
2013
25 Apr
'13
11:30 p.m.
In the optional first-timer's orientation I tell them that the balance is
not really a "step" at all. It's really done with the hands and the eyes.
I emphasize this by telling them not to worry about what you do with your
feet because nobody will ever be looking at your feet. The balance is an
eye-contact sport.
Greg McKenzie
Ben Lomond, CA
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On Thu, Apr 25, 2013 at 3:39 AM, Mac Mckeever <macmck(a)ymail.com> wrote:
When I teach a balance - I go over the footwork very
quickly (step for &
back) and then tell them not to worry about that part - the balance really
happens in the arms - not the feet and emphasize keeping a strong
connection with the other dancer(s) as you move toward them and back and
using the balance to create the 'lead' or momentum in the direction you
need to go for the next move. Thinking about footwork just makes it more
complicated than it needs to be and they will figure out what works for
them.
Mac McKeever