1. Forward and backward: the basic action of moving forward or backward, usually with a partner.
2. Side step: the action of moving one step to the left or right, used to change the direction of dance or exchange places with partners.
3. Step: The movement of toes lightly touching the ground, which is often used to beat the rhythm or add changes to the dance.
4. Rotation step: the action of rotating at a certain speed with the heel as the fulcrum, which can be rotated five times in one direction or multiple directions.
5. Twist step: the action of twisting the upper body around the waist, often combined with other steps.
6. Step by step: Touch the ground with your heel or toe, and then lift it quickly.
7. Swing step: Swing the other leg back and forth or left and right on the basis of one leg.
8. Step: Step one leg on the other leg to form a cross action.
9. Kick: The action of kicking a leg forward or sideways, usually in coordination with the movements of the upper body and arms.
10, turn step: a continuous turning step, often used to change the direction of dance or connect different dance groups.
1 1, heel lift: the toes lightly touch the ground and then return to the starting position.
12. Start: the basic step at the beginning of dance, which is used to establish dance rhythm and posture.
Characteristics of swing dance
1. Dance styles are diverse: there are many genres and styles of swing dance, including American swing dance, Locke brand dance and international swing dance. Different schools have different dance characteristics and action styles. You can choose a dance style that suits your personal preferences and abilities.
2. Emphasize the cooperation of partners: Swing dancing is usually performed by a pair of partners, and dancers need to cooperate closely with their partners to complete various movements such as staggering, turning and symmetry. The tacit understanding and cooperation between partners is one of the important characteristics of swing dance.
3. Independent dance steps and choreography: Swing dance includes not only independent dance steps, but also various choreography and dance combinations. Dancers can choose different dance steps and arrangements according to their own preferences and skill levels to show their dance style and creativity.
4. Emphasize the sense of rhythm and musical expression: Swing dance is closely combined with a specific musical style, and dancers need to accurately grasp the rhythm and beat of music, and express the emotion and rhythm of music through dance steps and body movements.