The ladies on Oahu are fortunate that we have so many good leaders. Technique has to do with the relationship between the dance partners and someway or another the Leaders have learned to do it very nicely. If a leader does not understand the correct dance frame, then the leader will resort to using strength, forcing the follower to move a particular way, which maybe awkward or even dangerous. A proper dance frame allows the leader to indicate the desired movement clearly but without force. This in turn, allows the follower to move properly and safely and beautifully.
Likewise, if the follower does not understand the correct dance frame, the leader has no method to communicate the lead. It is also important to understand that some "social dance" is counter intuitive. For example, in some figures a couple turns not because the dancers turn individually but because one partner remains relatively still, while the other partner moves past, causing the partnership to turn. Many other aspects of all dancing are also counter intuitive, and without a thorough grounding in partner relationship technique, the dance can become an arm wrestling match set to music.
Three of the most powerful tools for marketing a dance organization's services and products is through their Newsletters, Web and or Blog sites. But the benefits are many. They keep the organization's Name and dance functions out in front of potential and current members. It is the preferred media of Ballroom Dance Professionals and the least expensive PR. Advertising, newspapers, magazines, radio and TV is something else and cost.
"Social dancers know that they are open to being up close and social with others on the
dance floor, and it is inevitable when you are switching partners at a dance."
Likewise, if the follower does not understand the correct dance frame, the leader has no method to communicate the lead. It is also important to understand that some "social dance" is counter intuitive. For example, in some figures a couple turns not because the dancers turn individually but because one partner remains relatively still, while the other partner moves past, causing the partnership to turn. Many other aspects of all dancing are also counter intuitive, and without a thorough grounding in partner relationship technique, the dance can become an arm wrestling match set to music.
"Maria Elena" by Jimmy Dorsey
Three of the most powerful tools for marketing a dance organization's services and products is through their Newsletters, Web and or Blog sites. But the benefits are many. They keep the organization's Name and dance functions out in front of potential and current members. It is the preferred media of Ballroom Dance Professionals and the least expensive PR. Advertising, newspapers, magazines, radio and TV is something else and cost.
From a London Newsletter, 30 years ago:
"Carry the lady as she were a tray of drinks The finest champagne
in the best glassware. Do not spill a drop."
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