[Tango-L] Tango is a dance of collections or pivots

[Tango For Her]

--- Krasimir Stoyanov <krasimir at krasimir.com> wrote:

> 
> Wow! I see some really good points. Yes, the idea
> that the focus is the 
> pivot is great. And the definition of it "I use the
> term pivot to indicate 
> the point in a step where the feet are collected."
> is right on target. I 
> would add that the collection is not absolute
> necessity as far as the 
> dynamic balance point is "collected". And yes, the
> steps are just means to 
> get from one "pivot" to another. Absolutely true.
> 
> But, still, a long way to go :-)
> 

As for "a long way to go", you're right.  That's just
the tip of the iceberg.  Once you get someone
thinking, and doing in those terms, you can, then,
draw them into the conversation of how to dance for
her!  

I mean, to me, so much of the technique required for
putting softness into your dance derives from this
discussion.  Especially, the discussion of finding the
point of elasticity in your follower is based on this.
 

But, before that, comes the discussion of building a
sense of security with your follower.  The topic of
balance is related to entering and exiting the pivot
or even just being in the pivot.  So, when you
practice thinking in these terms, you are practicing
techniques related to balance.  And, when you do that,
your follower becomes much more ensured that you
understand her.  And, from THERE, I find that
followers give me a much more beautiful and dynamic
dance partnership.  




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