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body contact

Dance; Ballroom

The area of physical contact between man's and lady's body when in Closed, Promenade, or Outside Partner position.

body flight

Dance; Ballroom

The natural release of body weight from a swinging action. Body Flight is found in the ballroom swing dances.

body rise

Dance; Ballroom

Elevation of the body achieved by straightening the knees.

body swing

Dance; Ballroom

A pendulum-type swinging action of the body.

The Chase

Dance; Ballroom

A Tango figure which usually commences in promenade position.

The Conversation

Dance; Ballroom

An out-of-date term to describe basic Promenade patterns.

Tango

Dance; Ballroom

In the American and International ballroom styles, a dance in 2/4 time, which originated in Argentina and is characterized by catlike walking action and staccato head movements.

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