Dance Vocabulary 1

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Across
  1. 4. A combination of two or more patterns or movements
  2. 5. A step in any direction, followed by a close and a hold
  3. 6. Balance point of the body mass located near the diaphragm
  4. 7. A step that changes the direction of movement
  5. 8. A change of weight from the ball of one foot to the flat of the other foot
  6. 10. A figure where one partner pursues the other
  7. 11. The body rises by bracing the leg muscles and stretching the spine then relaxes to a natural stance
  8. 12. A creation or compilation of steps, patterns and movements which make up a dance or a dance routine
  9. 13. Hip motion resulting from the alternate bending and straightening of the knees
Down
  1. 1. Positioning and movement of the arms, reflecting the character of a dance or style of dancing
  2. 2. A three step sequence used to change weight from one foot to the other
  3. 3. A movement of the body which turns the opposite hip and shoulder toward the direction of the moving leg
  4. 4. A type of ballroom dancing which evolved from social dancing and is now a fully recognized competitive style of dancing
  5. 5. A stop in the music
  6. 9. A step sequence. The working leg slides out. Place weight on it and draw other leg along floor to it.
  7. 12. To bring feet together without a change of weight