- Lead: The person initiating the movement.
- Follow: The person responding to the movement of the lead.
Body Connection:
- Contact: The physical connection between the lead and follow, usually through the hands or arms.
- Connection: The emotional and physical connection between the lead and follow that allows them to move as one.
Movement Patterns:
- Figure: A series of connected steps that form a recognizable pattern.
- Phrase: A group of figures that form a complete thought.
Musicality:
- Rhythm: The consistent pattern of strong and weak beats in the music.
- Tempo: The speed of the music.
- Dynamics: The variations in volume and intensity in the music.