basic arm and leg positions in dance Flashcards
1
Q
1st position arms
A
- arms raised into a circle in front of chest
- hands aligned in front of chest, slightly curved
2
Q
In 1st position of arms, fingertips should be how far apart?
A
1 inch
3
Q
1st position legs
A
- v-shape with feet
- bring heels together
- toes are away from each other
4
Q
2nd position arms
A
- open arms sideward at shoulder level
5
Q
2nd position legs
A
- move one foot sideward
- feet parallel to each other
6
Q
In 2nd position of legs, feet should maintain a distance of how far apart?
A
12 inches
7
Q
3rd position arms
A
- one arm raised and curved above the head
- other arm maintains 2nd position
8
Q
3rd position legs
A
- bring heel of foot to arch of other foot
9
Q
In the 3rd position of legs, feet are turned?
A
Outward
10
Q
4th position arms
A
- arm raised in 2nd position back to front of chest
- arm lifted above head maintains position
11
Q
4th position legs
A
- heel of foot towards arch moves forward
- other foot maintains position
12
Q
In the 4th position of legs, the distance between the two feet should be how far apart?
A
12 inches
13
Q
5th position arms
A
- both arms curved and raised above head
14
Q
5th position legs
A
- bring heel of foot to toes of other foot
15
Q
In the 5th position of legs, both feet should point?
A
Outward
16
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