Vocabulary 3rt Term

Front

A fluid movement that travels from the fingertips through the arm in a wave-like motion.

Back

wave

Front

Maintaining control of the body in a position, often on one foot.

Back

Balancing

Front

Pulling the muscles inward, often used in contemporary dance for expressive movement.

Back

Contraction

Front

A sudden lowering of the body towards the ground, often used for dramatic effect.

Back

dive

Front

Reaching a limb outward to create long and elegant lines.

Back

Extend limbs outward for elegance.

Front

Stopping all movement abruptly, often used in hip-hop and breakdancing.

Back

freeze

Front

A smooth sliding motion where the foot stays in contact with the floor.

Back

Sliding

Front

Moving one part of the body independently while keeping the rest still.

Back

Isolation

Front

Jumping off one foot and landing on the same foot.

Back

Single-leg jump

Front

Propelling off the ground with both feet and landing on both feet.

Back

Two-foot jump