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 *************** On Thu, Apr 25, 2013 at 3:39 AM, Mac Mckeever <mac...@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 > >
