7 theory

Question 1

why do we limber on the floor ?

Answer 1

taking the weight off the legs improves the ability to stretch, it also helps to keep the body correctly aligned whilst improving flexibility .

Question 2

describe the ‘Triangle Stretch’ .

Answer 2

reach directly forward to touch the floor keeping the back straight . this creates a triangle between the body, legs and floor .

Question 3

what are the benefits of kicks ?

Answer 3

kicks are an excellent way to improve flexibility . legs must be well pulled up and feet pointed whilst keeping the ‘core’ engaged .

Question 4

why do we study expressive or lyrical dance ?

Answer 4

to further extend the style and emotion of the dancer .

Question 5

describe the dance position known as ‘Long Dance’ .

Answer 5

sitting on the floor, body erect, legs extended straight in front, feet pointed or flexed .

Question 6

describe the hamstring muscles .

Answer 6

3 seperate muscles extending from the base of the pelvis, passing the back of the knee and attaching to the top of the tibia in the lower leg .

Question 7

name the major bones of the arm .

Answer 7

Humerus in the upper arm, Radius and Ulna in the lower arm .

Question 8

where is the pivot joint located ?

Answer 8

at the top of the spine (Atlas and Axis) and the lower arm (Radius and Ulna) .