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One-Hand
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| One-Hand Hold |
| by: Shawn Trautman |
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| As we progress from the open dance position, the next logical step is the one-hand hold. Read on, and you will learn about this powerful and versatile connector. |
| Connection Points Used |
| The one-hand hold uses connection point 1 |
| Foot Positions Used |
| The one-hand hold uses all foot positions, and is usually started in first or second foot position. |
| How to Create and Use the One-Hand Hold |
| The one-hand hold describes a dance position in which one of the leader’s hands is holding one of the follower’s hands, either right or left. For example, the leader’s left hand might be holding the follower’s right hand, or the leader’s right hand might be holding the follower’s right hand. The one-hand hold is usually used for leading the follower into moves with lateral motion or rotational moves. The one-hand hold uses connection point 1, palm to palm. You will use the one-hand hold frequently in swing, West coast swing, salsa, and cha-cha. |
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| The four types of hand-holds used in this text are as follows: |
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| The leader’s left palm meets the follower’s right palm perpendicular to the floor, at shoulder height. |
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| Either of the leader’s palms is facing upward, held at about waist level, and the follower’s opposite hand is placed in his. |
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| A handshake hold is created when a leader’s right hand holds a follower’s right hand, so a diagonal line is created between the two partners at waist level. |
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| In Latin dances, the one-hand hold is created by the leader holding his hand at chest level, elbow bent and fingers and thumb extended. The follower then wraps her opposite hand around the leader’s thumb, and the leader gently closes his fingers over her hand. This hold is occasionally referred to as Pac-Man or lobster claws. |
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