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Note: In all the positions listed below, feet may be touching or a few inches apart, with the exception of Second which is apart.
And all position may be with or without turn out dependant upon the dance style and requirement. Turn out is generally used in the Rhythm dances, such as Cha Cha and Swing (rock step). Parallel foot positions are generally used in the Progressive dances, Foxtrot, Waltz, and Western Two-Step.
TurnOut - is the process of rotating the feet outward at an angle. The toes point away from each other. The angle that results between the feet is known as the degree of turnout.
Parallel - When the feet are held without any turnout, toes pointing forward.
FOOT POSITIONS
First - The feet are together, toes are pointing forward, toes and heels are even with each other.
Second - Same as First position except feet are apart. Feet are approximately pelvis or shoulder width apart. One foot under each shoulder is maximum width, unless otherwise indicated
Third - Heel to instep, toes pointing about 45 degrees outward.
As used in the basic ANCHOR STEP (West Coast Swing) front foot points down the slot very little turn out, back foot turned out diagonally approximately 45 degrees.
Fourth - One foot is forward of the other, as if taking a walking step
Fifth - Heel to toe &endash; toes pointing outward slightly this positions used in Latin dances, as well as, Smooth and Standard dances. Examples of use: Whisk, Back Breaks, Forward breaks.
Terminology for foot used in Promenade, Outside Partner,or Side by Side Positions
Inside foot - The foot which is closer to the partner when in Promenade, Outside Partner, or Side-by-Side Position.
Outside foot - The foot which is farther away from one's partner when in Promenade, Outside Partner, or Side-by-Side Position.
Through - The step going (through) beween the couple or between the partners feet, may be done by either or both partners.
Supanation and Pronation
Flat - Foot in normal position the foot is flat on the floor, not rolling inward pronated or rolling outward sickled/supanated.
Pronated - the rolling inward of the foot is used frequently in the Rhythm and Latin styles of dancing. Also the inside edge (i.e.) is used momentarily in the Tango on certain steps.
Supanated/Sickled - is the rolling outward of the foot. The weight is toward the side of the foot with the small toe. This undesirable and should be avoided Sometimes thinking of lifting the little toe will help you not sickle (roll outward) your foot. This foot position also encourages turned ankles and loss of balance. Also it may cause the knees to point in opposite directions, or/and "Toeing In" (pigeon toed).
Three-Toe-Base
This base includes the Big Toe, through the Middle toe, starting at the bottom of the front of the toes to the area where the toes connect to the foot directly behind them. This base can balance you, move you up and move you out (flight), and assist in any check actions used, causing a stronger change of directions during checks. Further it will strengthen you through your center (center point of balance). The three-toe base will give you a better and stronger connection with the floor. When using the three-toe base the small toe and the one next to it, will be at rest.
The Three-Toe-Base is Great for WCS.
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