Dance - Physical Skills

What does 'Balance' refer to in dance?

• The patterning of different body parts

• The ability to maintain equilibrium through muscle awareness

• The ability to move joints freely through a full range of motion

• The power used to execute various body actions

Which physical skill refer to the joints moving freely through a full range of motion?

• Coordination

• Strength

• Balance

• Flexibility

What does 'Alignment' refer to?

• The ability to manage movement with muscular awareness

• The relationship of the skeleton to the base of support and line of gravity

• The maintenance of physical exertion throughout dance phrases

• The adjustments of weight when moving from one foot to another

What is 'Stamina' in the context of dance?

• The ability to move joints freely through a full range of motion

• The patterning of different body parts

• The power used to execute various body actions

• The ability to maintain physical exertion or endurance

What does 'Transference of Weight' involve?

• The relationship of the skeleton to the base of support and line of gravity

• The adjustments of weight and awareness of alignment principles

• The power used to execute various body actions

• The ability to maintain equilibrium through muscle awareness

(a)   refer to the ability to manage a variety of movement categories with concentrated awareness of muscular activity in order to retain personal equilibrium.

(a)   refers to the patterning of the different body parts and their different relationships.

(a)   refers to the power which a dancer uses to execute various body actions.