Arm Positions - Tacking

Question 1

Describe how the hands are held and their action.

Answer 1

The hands are cupped and their action is to roll quickly round each other inward or outward.

Question 2

What does Tacking indicate, and name the Foundation movements it may be used with.

Answer 2

Indicates changing direction of sails or changing course of ship, the foundation movements it may be done with are Heel Roll and Crab Walk in circle.