Re: [TANGO-L] random thought #21: connection and balance

[John Gleeson <john.gleeson @COMCAST.NET>]

I don't understand your statement either, Michael.

I can have my entire foot on the floor yet still be
leaning forward - the weight does shift to the balls
of the feet away from the heel, but nevertheless the
entire foot is touching the floor.

It also helps me to keep my feet pointing straight
ahead.

BTW - I took some classes with Ron Gursky a
while ago - he is a professional dancer/teacher in
the Boston area - he had a "knack" of being able
to lean forward almost 30 degrees, yet was still
able to keep his feet FLAT on the ground !

John G.





----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael" <tangomaniac  @CAVTEL.NET>
To: <TANGO-L  @MITVMA.MIT.EDU>
Sent: Friday, November 05, 2004 12:35 PM
Subject: Re: [TANGO-L] random thought #21: connection and balance


Oleh:
I don't understand how you can be on your entire foot (which I presume
includes the heel) and lean forward. I lean forward by pulling my hips
back slightly. My weight shifts off my heels onto the balls of my feet.
I'm grounded because my feet are pointed slightly outwards.

Michael
Washington, DC



Oleh wrote:
> Just like in "real" life, in tango you have to be on your own balance -
> the > more grounded (self-reliant) you are the more you can contribute
to dance > interaction, the more meaningful is your contribution. Hence
stand on your > entire foot (no tip-toeing, I need to feel where your
feet are) and lean > forward just enough to be able to communicate. Do
not cling - desperation > is > wearisome.
> Cheers, Oleh K., randomly yours
> http://TangoSpring.com

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