balance

Question 1

what is balance?

Answer 1

Balance is the ability of a performer to maintain their centre of mass over a base of support.

Question 2

How many types of balance are there and what are they.

Answer 2

there are two types of balance they are:

1. static balance
2. dynamic balance

Question 3

what is static balance?

Answer 3

Static balance is about maintaining balance in a stationary position.

Question 4

what is dynamic balance?

Answer 4

Dynamic balance is all about a performers ability to maintain balance while in motion.

Question 5

Give an example of a performer who would use static balance?

Answer 5

A gymnast uses static balance during a handstand to hold their position still.

Question 6

Give an example of a performer who would use dynamic balance?

Answer 6

A gymnast would use it to perform a controlled cartwheel or an athletes ability to run without falling over.