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International Foxtrot
FT - Intro - 1
Introduction for International Foxtrot
General Foxtrot is a beautiful and difficult Smooth Ballroom Rhythm. There are several
types of Foxtrot. Two of these are the Social Foxtrot (also called American Foxtrot and Rhythm Dancing) and the Slow Foxtrot (International Foxtrot). Social Foxtrot closely resembles slow quickstep. This is the type taught most often to beginning students in many major dance studios. On a crowded dance floor, the Social Foxtrot is quite suitable. The character of Slow Foxtrot is long, smooth, gliding steps. The dancer needs much control to give the dance a lazy and unhurried appearance. It is easier to dance these long and gliding steps on a large, uncrowded floor. The smooth rise and fall should happen as a normal result of the movement of the dance. They call this natural movement body flight.
Timing The timing for Slow Foxtrot is 4/4 (four beats to each measure or bar) and
normally with three steps taken over the four beats of music. The tempo is usually 30 measures per minute. Generally the accent is on beat one and three, with beat one being the stronger.
Rhythm The basic rhythm of foxtrot is SLOW, QUICK, QUICK. For definition, a SLOW (S)
is equal to two beats of music and a QUICK (Q) is equal to one. Interpretation of the music is largely a matter of personal taste, but a good general hint is to be a little late with the second QUICK.
Body Mechanics The use of correct body mechanics makes the Slow Foxtrot much
easier to dance. We have listed a few key points. The dancer must keep the body weight well over the supporting leg. If the partners' feet are slightly apart this is easier to accomplish. A good top line (head to rib cage region) is a necessity, with the weight of the head maintained over the feet. Keep the knees relaxed - never locked. Hold the arms up with the muscles of the back of the upper arm (triceps) instead of the front muscles (biceps), while keeping the shoulders down.
Movement Foxtrot movement generally involves long, gliding steps. The second step may
be shorter due to the rising action and the third longer to give the dance a smooth, flowing appearance. Forward Movement
Forward movement begins by lowering into the knee of the supporting foot. To describe this, let's assume that we are standing on the right foot. We swing the free foot (left) forward from the hip, after lowering to the heel on the previous step. The heel of the supporting foot (right) releases as the heel of the free foot (left) is about to strike the floor. There is a push off the right toe before the left heel contacts the floor. As weight transfers onto the new supporting foot (left), the other (right) gathers under the body. Step one generally ends with a slight rise. Most turning movements begin with CBM. Usually step one is a SLOW.
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Introduction (continued)
FT - Intro - 2
The second and third steps, most often, are on the toe or ball of the foot. Step two generally remains up, lowering at the end of step three. Step three may be taken in Contrary Body Movement Position (CBMP). For example, every step taken outside partner, in banjo, is in CBMP. Occasionally CBM accompanies CBMP. Generally step two and three are QUICKS.
Backward Movement
The knee of the supporting foot (left, for purposes of explanation) bends, lowering into the supporting leg. The free foot (right), leg and hip move back with the toe leading. As the weight transfers to the free foot, the heel of the supporting foot drags back until it collects under the body with no foot rise.
Rise and Fall "Rise" is the increased elevation created by the bracing of the muscles of
the legs, the straightening of the knees and the stretching upwards of the body. The rising of the heel or heels from the floor usually accompanies this action. "Fall" is the lowering of the supporting foot from the toe to heel and the subsequent flexing of the knees while preparing for the next step. Instructions referring to no foot rise (NFR), mean that there is a body rise while the heel of the supporting foot does not leave the floor. No foot rise generally occurs on backing steps, for the lady, when the man has normal rise. The man's forward poise and swing, in all forward movements, (e.g., Feather, Three Step) will result in the lady having a body rise, with no foot rise. The man will have no foot rise on all heel pulls. The lady will have no foot rise during a heel turn until she begins her forward step. The rise and fall in Foxtrot is generally achieved by rising at the end of step one, maintaining the rise on step two and three, and lowering at the end of step three.
Heel Turn The term heel turn is almost a misnomer. The turn happens on the ball or
whole foot of the supporting foot, keeping the moving or closing foot parallel to it. Trying to accomplish a heel turn on the heel of the foot will cause the toes to come off the floor. This will not allow for any body rise or natural forward progression at the end of the turning action. Transfer the weight to the closing foot at the end of the turn. The lady does a heel turn on the second step of natural and reverse turning figures. The Pull Step is a type of heel turn, used by the man, in some backward Natural Turns (e.g., fifth step of the Natural Turn for the man). The feet may be kept apart instead of closed, and the weight is more forward than in a heel turn. The second step of an Impetus Turn is a heel turn for the man that is almost like the lady's heel turn.
Brush A brush occurs when the moving foot (generally for the woman) moves from one
open position to another. The word "Brush" means that the moving foot must first close to the foot supporting the weight of the body, but without the weight changing. During the Brush step it is advisable to keep the knees relaxed and brush with the moving foot's toe about level with the supporting foot's instep. It is not necessary for the toes of both feet to touch when brushing.
Shoulder Leading The Shoulder Lead occurs when the same foot and shoulder move
forward or backward simultaneously, i.e., the right shoulder and the right foot move forward on the same step.
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Introduction (continued)
FT - Intro - 3
Contra (Contrary) Body Movement Contra (contrary) Body Movement (CBM) is the
action of turning the opposite hip and shoulder toward the direction of the moving leg. If the left leg moves forward the right side of the body would move forward. Most turning movements begin with CBM. When stepping forward using CBM, the leg must move on a straight line. If the foot and leg turn with the body, you will be moving into the space of the partner moving backward. While backing, using CBM, a slight turn of the foot and leg is allowed as you are vacating the partner's space.
Contra (Contrary) Body Movement Position Contra (contrary) Body Movement
Position (CBMP) is the position attained by placing the moving foot in the same track as the supporting foot. Steps taken in Banjo (BJO) position or Sidecar (SDCAR) position should end in CBMP. Sometimes it will be necessary to use CBM to end a step in CBMP. If the previous step does not have a shoulder leading you will have to use CBM. If there was a shoulder leading, the body is in position for a step in CBMP.
Sway Using sway is not only for effect but to improve the balance and the execution of
many figures. Initiate the action of the sway at the ankles and progresses upward through the hips, then through the diaphragm, but not the shoulders. In the slow foxtrot, it is best to keep sway to a minimum. There are three types of Sway: Normal Sway
Normal Sway is the natural (normal) inclination of the body from the ankles, upward AWAY FROM the moving leg. You use this Sway on nearly all figures that curve, wave or turn. The exception is spins, such as, Pivots, Double Reverse Spin, Outside Spin, and Lock Steps.
Hover Sway
The Hover Sway is the natural inclination of the body from the ankles up toward the moving leg. Use this sway to hover to semi-closed position.
Metromome Sway (Broken Sway)
Metronome Sway is a top of the body sway that is from the waist upwards. We use it in the Change of Direction, Hesitation Change, and the Tipsy for example.
Produce a Left Sway with a side step taken on the right foot and the body inclines upward from the ankle (stretch the right side). Left Sway is generally diagonal forward and level as in the Hover Cross for the man and the Feather for the woman. Achieve Right Sway by taking a side step on the left foot and allow the left side to inclined upward from the ankle. Right Sway is generally diagonally back as in the Natural Turn and the Feather for the man. It is important that when stretching one side of the body do not collapse the opposite side.
Foxtrot Table of Contents
FT - TOC - 1 S#8 2004
Introduction ……………………………………………..… FT-Int-1
Back Feather ……………………………………………..… FT-06
Big Top ……………………………………………..… FT-35
Change of Direction ……………………………………………..… FT-05
Check and Weave ……………………………………………..… FT-18
Checked Natural Turn & Slip Pivot ……………………………………………..… FT-36
Checked Reverse Turn & Slip Pivot ……………………………………………..… FT-37
Closed Impetus ……………………………………………..… FT-04
Closed Telemark ……………………………………………..… FT-16
Closed Wing ……………………………………………..… FT-55
Continuous Natural Hover Cross ……………………………………………..… FT-32
Contra Check ……………………………………………..… FT-38
Contra Check & Slip ……………………………………………..… FT-77
Contra Check & Switch ……………………………………………..… FT-47
Curved Feather (from CP) ……………………………………………..… FT-15
Curved Feather (from PP) ……………………………………………..… FT-31
Curving Three Step ……………………………………………..… FT-33
Developé ……………………………………………..… FT-39
Double Natural Spin ……………………………………………..… FT-76
Double Open Telemark ……………………………………………..… FT-52
Double Reverse Spin ……………………………………………..… FT-12
Fallaway Rondé & Slip ……………………………………………..… FT-68
Feather (from CP) ……………………………………………..… FT-01
Feather (from PP) ……………………………………………..… FT-30
Feather Finish ……………………………………………..… FT-70
Feather Finish (General Notes) ……………………………………………..… FT-08
Hairpin ……………………………………………..… FT-51
Half-Natural Turn (Notes) ……………………………………………..… FT-03
Hesitation Change ……………………………………………..… FT-40
Hinge ……………………………………………..… FT-48
Hover Corté ……………………………………………..… FT-61
Hover Telemark ……………………………………………..… FT-21
Left Feather ……………………………………………..… FT-22
Left Turning Lock ……………………………………………..… FT-59
Lilt Pivot ……………………………………………..… FT-71
Mini-Telespin ……………………………………………..… FT-67
Natural Hover Cross ……………………………………………..… FT-20
Natural Hover Fallaway ……………………………………………..… FT-27
Natural Promenade Zig Zag ……………………………………………..… FT-26
Natural Telemark ……………………………………………..… FT-41
Natural Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-03
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Natural Twist Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-28
Natural Weave ……………………………………………..… FT-17
Open Impetus Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-11
Open Natural Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-10
Open Reverse Turn (from CP) ……………………………………………..… FT-14
Open Telemark ……………………………………………..… FT-09
Outside Change ……………………………………………..… FT-29
Outside Change to SCP ……………………………………………..… FT-29
Outside Check ……………………………………………..… FT-72
Outside Spin ……………………………………………..… FT-49
Outside Swivel ……………………………………………..… FT-07
Progressive Wing (General Notes) ……………………………………………..… FT-54
Promenade Sway ……………………………………………..… FT-62
Promenade Weave ……………………………………………..… FT-19
Quick Open Reverse ……………………………………………..… FT-13
Reverse Corté ……………………………………………..… FT-60
Reverse Fallaway ……………………………………………..… FT-34
Reverse Fallaway and Slip Pivot ……………………………………………..… FT-23
Reverse Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-08
Reverse Wave ……………………………………………..… FT-24
Right Turning Lock ……………………………………………..… FT-58
Ripple Chassé ……………………………………………..… FT-56
Rondé & Slip ……………………………………………..… FT-68
Rudolph Rondé & Slip ……………………………………………..… FT-66
Rumba Cross ……………………………………………..… FT-75
Running Open Natural Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-42
Running Spin Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-43
Same Foot Lunge ……………………………………………..… FT-53
Slow Side Lock ……………………………………………..… FT-73
Spin & Twist Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-45
Spin Turn ……………………………………………..… FT-44
Telefeather ……………………………………………..… FT-65
Telespin ……………………………………………..… FT-46
Three Fallaways w/Feather End ……………………………………………..… FT-50
Three Step ……………………………………………..… FT-02
Throwaway Oversway ……………………………………………..… FT-64
Tipple Chassé ……………………………………………..… FT-57
Top Spin ……………………………………………..… FT-25
Traveling Contra Check ……………………………………………..… FT-63
Traveling Hover Cross ……………………………………………..… FT-69
Whiplash ……………………………………………..… FT-74
Wing ……………………………………………..… FT-54
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 6 - 15
Back Feather 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN BJO backing DLC - bk L DLC, -, bk R curve sltly RF, bk L LOD in BJO;
LADY BJO moving DLC - fwd R DLC, -, fwd L curve sltly RF, fwd R LOD in BJO;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
RLOD
bk L DLC
nil
TH
down rise EO1 NFR
CBMP in BJO with the lady outside
2
Q
RLOD
bk R DLC
sltly RF
T
cont to rise
slight left sway, right shoulder leading
3
Q
DRC
bk L LOD
nil
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP in BJO lady outside
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
fwd R DLC
nil
HT
down rise EO1
CBMP in BJO outside partner
2
Q
LOD
fwd L DLC
sltly RF
T
up
rt sway with left shoulder leading
3
Q
DLW
fwd R LOD
nil
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP in BJO outside partner
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in banjo backing diagonal to line of dance and the center of the hall. [Step 1.] Step back toward DLC and in banjo with the left foot, toe-heel. Begin a rise through the body with no foot rise. [Step 2.] Step back on the right foot on the toe continuing to rise. Turn right face to right shoulder leading. The feeling is that you are still in banjo. [Step 3.] Step back on the left toe in banjo, toward LOD. Lower to the heel as the right foot collects under the body ready to take the next step.
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FT - Fig 6 - 16
LADY Start in banjo moving diagonal to line of dance and the center of the hall. [Step 1.] Step forward in banjo, outside partner, with the right foot, heel-toe. Rise as the weight moves from the heel to the toe. [Step 2.] Step forward on the left toe, turning slightly right face to a left shoulder leading. [Step 3.] Step forward on the right toe in banjo, outside partner. As the left foot collects under the body, preparing for the next step, lower to the heel.
GENERAL NOTES
It is common for the back feather to follow a curved feather and then dance a feather finish. Omitting the curving action on step two is acceptable. In that case, take step three toward DLC.
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FT - Fig 35 - 73
Big Top
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN SCP fcng DLC - thru R D LC comm LF spin, -, cont s pn XLIB, cont spn slp R bk sml stp fc DLW;
LADY SCP fcng DLC - thru L comm LF spn, -, fwd R arnd man=s lft sd head to the lft, cont spn brush L to R fwd L;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd R twd
LOD
HT
dwn rise EO1
thru R picking lady up
2
Q
COH
bk L twd COH
comm !/4 LF trn ovr 1 & 2
T
up
spn on R T with L undr bdy & take wgt on balls both ft
3
Q
COH
bk R sml
stp 1/2 LF
T=s bth ft to B of L
up, lwr EO3
slp R bk in CP maintng firm pressure on ball of ft, L held in CBMP - end fcng WALL
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
fwd L twd DLC
HT
dwn rise EO1
thru L trnsfr wgt from H to T trng, comm a pick up
2
Q
WALL
sd R
comm 1/4 LF trn ovr 1 & 2
T
up
cont trng on L stp sd R twd CP
3
Q
WALL
fwd L
1/2 LF
T of R to B of L
up, lwr EO3
cont LF spn on R with L almost in pl - sml stp fwd to B of L
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Semi-Closed Position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Step through A long step on the right foot heel transfer weight from heel to toe picking the Lady up. [Step 2.] Spin left face on the ball of right foot crossing the left foot slowly behind the right, rise taking weight on the ball of the left foot with right foot still weighted. [Step 3.] Continue spin on balls of both feet and take a small step back on the right foot to end in close position facing WALL.
Big Top (Continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 35 - 74
LADY Start in Semi-Closed Position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Step through on the left foot twd DLC starting to pick up commencing a left face turn. [Step 2.] Continue turning and step side on the right toe in front of man. [Step 3.] Continue turning left face (spinning) on right foot with left foot almost in place and step forward on the left foot ending in close position facing COH.
GENERAL NOTES
The Big Top may start in any facing direction. The amount of turn may vary up to 7/8.
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FT - Fig 5 - 13
Change of Direction
1 measure - SS Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP DLW - fwd L, -, fwd R trng LF, -;
LADY CP fcg DRC - bk R, -, bk L trng LF, -;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLW
fwd L
Slight LF
HT
down
CBM
2
S
LOD
fwd R, brush L to R
1/4 LF over
steps 1 & 2
IE of TH, IE of T of Left
down then slight rise EO2
right shoulder leading, svl LF on toe before lowering to heel, brush left to right
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRC
bk R
slight LF
TH
none down
CBM
2
S
RLOD
bk L,
brush R to L
1/4 LF over steps 1 & 2
IE of TH, IE of toe of left
none down
left shoulder leading, point left DRW and let body catch up, brush right to left
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1] Step forward on the left foot, Heel-toe. Using CBM start a left face turn. There is no rise on this step. [Step 2] With a right shoulder leading, step forward on the right foot using the inside edge of the toe. The left face turn should continue to end facing DLC. A slight rise on the end of the step will cause the left foot to brush toward the right on the inside edge of the toe.
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal to reverse line of dance and the center of the hall. [Step 1] Step back on the right foot, toe-heel. Using CBM start a left face turn. There is no rise on this step. [Step 2] With a left shoulder leading, step back on the left foot using the inside edge of the toe. The left face turn should continue to end facing DRW. A slight rise on the end of the step will cause the right foot to brush toward the right on the inside edge of the toe.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 5 - 14
GENERAL NOTES It is important that both steps of this figure be taken on the same line. Do the turn and brush, that occur on the second step, during the latter part of the step. Up to one-half turn to the left is acceptable. One-quarter turn to the left is the normal amount of turn used in round dancing. The second step may also use two "slows". This would give the figure three "slows".
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 18 - 41
Check and Weave 2 measures - SQQ QQQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP bkng DLW - bk R ckng on toe in CBMP, -, strtg LF trn fwd L, sd R; bk L in BJO, bk R to CP strtg to trn LF, trn LF sd & fwd L, fwd R DLW in BJO;
LADY CP DLW - fwd L ckng on toe, -, bk R strtg LF trn, sd L; fwd R in BJO outside partner, fwd L to CP strtg to trn LF, trn LF sd R, bk L in BJO DLW;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DRC
bk R DLW
sltly LF
T
up - lwr sltly EO1
CBM & CBMP
2
Q
DRC
fwd L DRC
sltly LF
HT
rise EO2
CBM
3
Q
RLOD
sd R COH
1/8 LF btw
2 & 3
T
up
rt sd ldng, slt left sway
4
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
nil
T
up
CBMP in BJO
5
Q
RLOD
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
T
up
CBM
6
Q
DRW
sd & sltly fwd L
1/8 LF
T
up
ft ptng DLW bdy trns less
7
Q
wall
fwd R DLW
nil
TH
up lwr EO7
CBMP in BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DLW
fwd L DLW
sltly RF
T
up
lwr EO1 CBM & CBMP
2
Q
DLW
bk R
sltly RF
TH
rise EO2 NFR
CBM
3
Q
LOD
sd L COH
1/8 LF btw
2 & 3
T
up lft sd ldng
4
Q
DLC
fwd R DLC
nil
T
up
CBMP in BJO outsd M
5
Q
DLC
fwd L DLC
sltly LF
T
up
CBM to CP
6
Q
DLC
sd R LOD
1/4 LF btw
5 & 6
TH
up
leg starts fwd, trn causes ft to end sd
7
Q
COH
bk L DLW
nil
TH
up
lwr EO7 CBMP in BJO
Check and Weave (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 18 - 42
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in closed position backing DLW. [Step 1.] Step back on the right toe, checking in CBMP. [Step 2.] Lowering slightly and using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward on the left foot, heel-toe. [Step 3.] Continue the left face turn to step side on the right toe, with a right shoulder leading. The step is toward COH and preparing for the next step to be in banjo. [Step 4.] Step back on the left toe in CBMP and banjo. [Step 5.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right toe, into closed position. [Step 6.] Continuing the left face turn, step side and forward toward DLW on the left toe. The body does not turn as much as the foot. The left shoulder is leading and you are preparing to step outside partner in banjo. [Step 7.] Step forward on the right toe in CBMP and Banjo, outside partner. Collecting the left leg under the body, lower to the heel to prepare for the next step.
LADY Start in closed position DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM, if necessary, step forward on the left toe, checking in CBMP. [Step 2.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right foot toe-heel. [Step 3.] With a left shoulder leading, step side on the left toe, preparing to step outside partner in banjo. [Step 4.] Step forward on the right toe, in CBMP and banjo, outside partner. [Step 5.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step forward on the left toe, into closed position. [Step 6.] Continuing the left face turn, start the right leg forward. The turning action will cause the right foot to end side on the toe, toward DLW. [Step 7.] Continue turning left face on the right foot to a right shoulder leading and step back on the left toe in CBMP and banjo. Collecting the right leg under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
An acceptable entry to this figure is any back step on the left foot. A typical entry is the first three steps of a reverse wave. Following a quick open reverse is also an acceptable entry. The man must not allow himself to get "buried" on the check step. The checking action is up not down. If he checks to low or deep, his momentum will be going backward at the end of the check. He wants to feel that he is going forward at the end of the check as that is the direction of the next step.
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FT - Fig 36 - 75
Checked Natural Turn and Slip Pivot 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP fcg DLW - fwd R DLW trng RF, -, sd & sltly fwd L DLW ckng RF trn, trn LF on L slip bk R twd RLOD;
LADY CP fcg DRC - bk L DLW trng RF, -, cl R to L trn RF head well to right, swvl LF on R slip L fwd;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd R
HT
down rise EO1
2
Q
btw Wall & DRW
sd & fwd L twd LOD
!/4 RF over 1 & 2
T=s of R & L
up
left shldr lead stp high on T=s with R in pl look well to left with left sway
3
Q
DRW
rec R to RLOD
3/8 LF
TH
up, lwr EO3
draw L ft bk undr bdy end fcg LOD
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRC
bk L DLW
TH
down rise EO1 NFR
2
Q
btw COH & DLC
Cl R to L on
toes
1/4 RF over 1 & 2
Ts of L & R
up
cl R to L high on T=s look well to R with R sway
3
Q
DLC
fwd L RLOD
3/8 LF
TH
up, lwr EO3
pvt on R slip L fwd in CP end fcg RLOD
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Close Position facing DLW. [Step 1.] Commencing a right face turn, step forward on the right foot with a heel lead toward DLW. [Step 2.] Rise quickly high on the toe of the right foot step side and slightly forward toward DLW high on the left toe turning 1/4 right face checking and swaying left with the head well to the left. [Step 3.] Pivoting left face 3/8 on the right ball of foot draw the left foot back under the body and lower to the heel in close position facing LOD.
Checked Natural & Slip (Continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 36 - 76
LADY Start in Close Position facing DRC. [Step 1.] Step back on the left foot DLW commencing a right face turn, toe heel, no foot rise with body rise only. [Step 2.] Rising to the left toe, close right to left toe turning right face 1/4 with the head well to the right and swaying right. [Step 3.] Pivot left face 3/8 on the ball of the right foot turning the head to the left slipping the left foot forward and lowering to the heel in close position facing RLOD.
GENERAL NOTES
OPTIONAL - You may accelerate the movement between the first and second steps and hold the position briefly, creating a line before dancing the Slip Pivot. The lady closes her feet instead of stepping side.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 37 -77 S#5 2001
Checked Reverse and Slip (Checked Reverse Turn and Slip Pivot) 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP DLC - fwd L trng LF, -, fwd & sd R ckng LF trn, rec L pvtg RF;
LADY CP DRC - bk R trng LF, -, heel trn & cl L to R, slip R fwd pvt RF on L;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLC
fwd L
1/8 LF
HT
slight rise
shape LF
2
Q
COH
sd & fwd
R
1/8 + LF
T of R & L
cont rise
checked turn – body turns more
3
Q
DRC
rec L
swvl RF
5/8 RF
TH
lwr on 3
pvt on L with strong CBMP, R ft held in front
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRW
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
TH
down
no rise
2
Q
WL
heel trn & cl L to
R
1/8 + LF
HT
slight rise
NFR, body turns more (shaping well L)
3
Q
DLW
fwd R swvl RF
5/8 RF
TH
lwr on 3
RF pvt action, L ft held bk in CBMP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in closed position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Start left face turn forward on heel to ball of left to face COH using a light left sway. [Step 2.] Continue left face turn side and forward on ball of right foot outside partner turning a little over 1/8 left face allowing body to continue the turn to face nearly RLOD using body and foot rise with extension upward and outward. Although, due to the rise on the right foot, there has also been rise on the left, the left foot should otherwise remain in place. [Step 3.] Start lowering to left foot with 1/8 right face swivel, then continue swivel with ball/flat action to end facing DLW with right heel in contact with floor in strong CBMP, right foot between the lady’s feet.
Checked Reverse Turn and Slip Pivot (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 37 - 78 S#5 2001
LADY Start in closed position facing DRW. [Step 1.] Press right toe well back preparing for a left face heel turn with no foot or body rise. [Step 2.] Pull left heel toward right foot. As the left foot nearly closes to right foot, pivot left face on the right heel, then change weight to left foot to end facing nearly LOD. Continue turn through the body with slight body rise, extend head upward and to the left. [Step 3.] Start strong rotation right face to start pivoting action forward between man’s feet on ball of right while holding left toe in strong CBMP back slightly to side with some floor contact.
GENERAL NOTES On steps 1 and 2 some left shaping is used by the man while the lady has none. On step 2 some weight is retained on the man’s left and lady’s right foot to allow for the amount of torque to follow. Both continue the left face body turn with strong upward and outward extension. The man needs to draw his right heel back a little on step 3 in order to hold it in CBMP between the lady’s feet for the next figure. There should be a clockwise sweeping action to accompany step 3 with some CBM at the end to prepare for a right face turning figure. Some choreography calls for a timing of SQS on this figure. This is more often used when the ending position is DLW.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 4 - 11
Closed Impetus Turn
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP fcg RLOD - bk L LOD strtng RF trn, -, cl R to L (heel turn) trn RF, sd & sltly bk L in CP fcg DLW;
LADY CP fcg LOD - fwd R strtng RF trn, -, trn RF sd L, brush R to L then fwd & sltly sd R in CP;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk L LOD
slight RF
TH
down
CBM, no sway
2
Q
DRC
pull R to
L
3/8 RF over 1 &
2
HT
down, rise EO2
heel turn, slight left sway in CP
3
Q
DLC
sltly sd &
bk L
1/4 RF btw 2 &
3
TH
up, lwr EO3
no sway in CP
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd R LOD
slight RF
HT
down
CBM
2
Q
DLW
sd L DLW
3/8 RF over 1 &
2
T
down, rise EO2
sway right, brush between steps
3
Q
RLOD
sltly sd & fwd R
1/4 RF btw 2 &
3
TH
up, lwr EO3
no sway in CP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing Reverse Line Of Dance. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face heel turn, step back on the left foot, toe-heel. There is no rise or sway on this step. [Step 2.] Pull the right foot, on the heel, to the left while turning right face on the left foot. Completing the turn, change weight to the right foot and rise to the toe. [Step 3.] Remaining in CP, step back and slightly to the side on the left toe, toward DRC. As the right foot collects under the body, lower to the heel of the left to begin the next figure.
Closed Impetus (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 4 - 12
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing Line Of Dance. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward on the right foot, heel-toe. This is a down step with no rise. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn, start the left foot forward. The turn will cause the foot to end side on the toe. When transferring the weight, start to rise. This will cause the right foot to brush to the left as the turn continues. [Step 3.] Step forward and slightly side on the right toe. As the left foot collects under the body, lower to the heel of the right foot to begin the next figure.
GENERAL NOTES
The lady's forward swing on step 2 will helps the man's rotation, allowing an easy completion of the turn. As with most turning figures, slight amount of sway is welcome.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 16 - 35
Closed Telemark
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP DLC - fwd L strtg LF trn, -, sd R DLC cont LF trn, trn LF fwd & sd L prep to step in BJO;
LADY CP bkng DLC - bk R strtg LF trn, -, cl L to R trng LF (heel turn), trng LF bk & sd R;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd L DLC
sltly LF
HT
down, rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DLC
sd R DLC
1/4 LF btw 1 &
2
T up
leg begins fwd and trn causes foot to end sd, slight left sway
3
Q
DRC
sd & fwd L DLW
3/8 LF btw 2 &
3
TH
up, lwr EO3
left shoulder leading
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRW
bk R DLC
sltly LF
TH
down, rise EO1, NFR
CBM
2
Q
DRW
cl L to R
3/8 LF
btw 1 & 2
HT
cont to rise
heel turn, trn on R as L closes, chg wt to L then finish rise
3
Q
LOD
bk & sd L DLW
1/4 LF
btw 2 & 3
TH
up, lwr EO3
right shoulder leading, leg starts fwd and trn causes foot to end bk & sd
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position DLC. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step forward on the left foot, heel-toe. [Step 2.] Continuing the left face turn start the right leg forward. The turn will cause the right foot to end side on the toe. [Step 3.] Continue to turn left face and step forward and side, toward DLW, on the left foot, toe-heel. The left shoulder should be leading and the next step should be in Banjo, outside partner.
Closed Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 16 - 36
LADY Start in Closed Position backing DLC. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right foot, toe-heel. There will be a slight rise through the body, but not the feet. [Step 2.] Continue to turn right face on the right foot as you pull the left to it on the heel. When the feet are together, change weight to the left foot and rise to the toe ready to step towards LOD. [Step 3.] Continue to turn left face on the left foot and step back and side on the right foot, toe-heel. The leg starts forward, but the turn causes the foot to end back and side toward DLW with a right shoulder leading.
GENERAL NOTES Dancers should avoid the tendency to overturn the body on the third step. The man's body faces the wall while the step is toward DLW. The next step is in Banjo, man outside partner, toward DLW, with the given beginning alignment. The lady must take an aggressive third step or she might feel that she is drug into the next step not moved with the man's body.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 55 - 113
S#7 2003
Closed Wing
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN BJO DLW - Fwd and across R, -, draw L toward R, tch L to R in SCAR-DLC;
LADY BJO DLW - Bk L, -, sd R cross IF of M, fwd L SCAR;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd R LOD, cross R over L
Slightly LF
HT
CBMP
2
Q
LOD
draw L to
R
Slightly LF
Slt (NFR)
3
Q
DLC
tch L to
R
pressure on IE of
L
Lwr EO3
SCAR
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRC
bk L LOD
sltly LF
T
rise EO1
CBMP
2
Q
RLOD
sd R COH
IE of T
up
3
Q
DRW
fwd L RLOD
sltly LF
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP in SCAR, check forward movement
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Banjo dance position moving diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] Stepping into CBMP move forward on the right foot toward LOD, Heel-flat. [Step 2.] Turning to the left, draw left foot toward right rising in the body without foot rise. [Step 3.] Touch left foot to right foot continuing left face turn to end in SCAR ready to move DLC.
LADY Start in Banjo dance position moving diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] Stepping into CBMP move back on the left foot toward LOD, toe heel. [Step 2.] Turning to the left step side on the right toe. [Step 3.] Continuing to turn left, step forward toward
Closed Wing (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 55 - 114
S#7 2003
reverse line of dance on the left foot in CBMP into SCAR checking forward movement.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure is similar to the Wing and Progressive Wing. In each case, attempt to achieve a compact Sidecar Position at the end. The Closed Wing may be preceded by a Closed Telemark, and may be followed by a reverse turning figure (e.g. Reverse Turn, Closed Telemark).
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 32 --67
Continuous Natural Hover Cross 2 1/2 measures - SQQ QQQQ QQ Level of Difficulty 7
MAN CP DLW - fwd R strt RF trn, -, sd L cont trn, sd R twd DLW; fwd L SDCAR R shoulder lead trn RF, cl R to L CP prep to step BJO, bk L BJO-DRC R shoulder lead, bk R CP strt LF trn; sd & sltly fwd L cont trn, fwd R BJO DLC left shoulder lead.
LADY CP W facing DRC - bk L strt LF trn,-, cl R to L heel trn RF, sd L twd DLW; bk R left shoulder lead, sd L CP prep to step BJO, fwd R BJO face DRC left shoulder lead, fwd L strt LF trn; sd R cont trn, bk L BJO face DRW R shoulder lead.
MAN Step # Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction Body Turn Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLW
fwd R DLW
1/4 RF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DRW
sd L DLW
5/8 RF
T
up
R sway
3
Q
LOD
fwd R DLW
nil
T
up
R sd ld
4
Q
LOD
fwd L DLW
1/8 RF
T
up
CBMP, SDCAR L sway
5
Q
DLW
cl R to L
1/8 RF
T
up
6
Q
WALL
bk L DRC
1/8 RF
T
up
CBMP, BJO
7
Q
DLW
bk R DRC
1/8 LF
T
up
8
Q
LOD
sd L COH
nil
T
up
R sway, left sd ld
9
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC
nil
TH
lwr EO9
CBMP, BJO
LADY Step #
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRC
bk L DLW
1/4 RF
TH
rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
DLC
cl R to L
5/8 RF
HT
rise
left sway
3
Q
RLOD
bk L DLW
nil
T
up
left shoulder lead
4
Q
RLOD
bk R DLW
1/8 RF
T
up
CBMP, SDCAR, R sway
5
Q
DRC
sd L WALL
1/8 RF
T
up
6
Q
COH
fwd R DRC
1/8 RF
T
up
CBMP, BJO
7
Q
DRC
fwd L DRC
1/8 LF
T
up
8
Q
RLOD
sd R COH
nil
TH
up
left sway, R sd ld
9
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
nil
TH
up NFR lwr EO9
CBMP, BJO
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 32 --68
Continuous Natural Hover Cross (continued)
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position facing DLW. [Step 1.] Step forward step on the right foot, using a heel lead, toward DLW and start a right face turn. Rise to toe at end of step. [Step 2.] Continuing the right turn, step to the side on the left toe toward DLW. Use right sway. [Step 3.] Step side on the right toe toward DLW (body turns less) preparing to step forward in sidecar with a right shoulder lead. [Step 4.] Step forward on the left foot in Sidecar with left sway and continue the right face turn. [Step 5.] Close the right toe to the left into Closed Position DLW continue right face body turn. [Step 6.] Step back on the left toe in banjo DLW in CBMP. [Step 7.] Step back on the right foot blending into closed position and start a left face turn. [Step 8.] Step side on the left toe toward COH with right sway and a left shoulder lead. [Step 9.] Step forward on the right foot toward DLC in Banjo with right sway.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing DRC. [Step 1.] Step back step on the left foot using toe to heel action (no foot rise) toward DLW and start a right face turn. [Step 2.] Close the right foot to the left and perform a heel turn, rising at end of step. Use left sway. [Step 3.] Step to the side on the left toe, toward DLW preparing to step back into Sidecar with a left shoulder lead. [Step 4.] Step back on the right toe in sidecar with right sway. [Step 5.] Step side on the left toe toward wall to Closed Position face DRC continuing a right face body turn. [Step 6.] Step forward on the right toe in banjo to face DRC in CBMP. [Step 7.] Step forward on the left toe and start a left face turn. [Step 8.] Step side on the right toe toward COH with left sway and a right shoulder lead. [Step 9.] Step back on the left toe DLC in Contra Banjo with left sway. Lower on the left foot at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure may be started from Semi-Closed Position, in which case the lady will not do a heel turn on step 2. It may also start from Banjo. This figure is closely related to the Natural Hover Cross and several similarities with that figure are apparent. (step 1-3 and 7-9).
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 38 - 79
Contra Check
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP facing WALL - relax R knee trn body slightly LF fwd L,-, rec bk R, bk L;
LADY CP facing COH - relax L knee trn body slightly LF bk R,-, rec fwd L, fwd R;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
WALL
fwd L
sltly LF
HF
down
lwr & trn to CBMP trn head RF when taking full wgt on L
2
Q
-
bk R
sltly RF
T
down rise EO2
rise on T preparing to stp bk on R
3
Q
-
bk L
nil
TH
up lwr EO3
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
COH
bk R
sltly LF
T
down
lwr in CBMP keep heel off flr head well to left looking up
2
Q
-
fwd L
sltly RF
H
down
rise EO2
-
3
Q
-
fwd R
nil
T
up
lwr EO3
-
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in CP facing WALL - [Step 1.] Relax right knee start to turn body to CBMP step forward on left heel then flat partial weight on right toe turn head to right looking over lady’s head [Step 2.] Recover back to right toe turn head to left blending to close position [Step 3.] Step back on left toe, lower at end of count three.
LADY Start in CP facing COH - [Step 1.] Relax left knee step back onto right toe in CBMP keep head to left stretch upper body well to the left looking up, keep right heel off the floor. [Step 2.] Recover forward L blending to close position. [Step 3.] Step forward on right heel, lowering at end of count three.
Contra Check (Continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 38 - 80
GENERAL NOTES
The Contra Check can be danced from several facing directions, e.g., Closed, Bfly, Open facing shaking hands, etc., the ending and timing may vary.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 77 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Contra Check and Slip
1 measure – SQQ
MAN
CP DLC - Fwd L with R sd lead partial wgt ck fwd motion, -, rec R, bk L trng RF CP-DLW;
LADY
CP DRW - Bk R with L sd lead partial wgt ck bk motion, -, rec L, fwd R RF slip pivot action CP;
MAN - Starting CP fcg DLC - Ending CP DLW
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DLC fwd L DLC
sltly LF HF lwr before step
R side lead in CBMP, partial wgt, do not rise
2 Q DLC rec R sltly RF THT rise EO2
3 Q DLW bk L 1/4 RF TH up, lwr
EO3
Slip Pivot
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DRW bk R DLC
sltly LF T lwr before step
L side lead in CBMP, partial wgt, do not rise
2 Q DRW rec L sltly RF T rise EO2
3 Q DRC fwd R 1/4 RF TH up, lwr
EO3
Slip Pivot
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed Dance Position facing and moving toward diagonal center and line of dance. [Step 1.] Lower into knee of standing leg and step forward with left foot toward diagonal center and line of dance with heel lead. Rotate upper body slightly to yield right side lead. Transfer only partial weight to stepping foot. [Step 2.] Recover onto right foot rising at end of step and rotate upper body slightly to normal Closed Position. [Step 3.] Step back left with slip pivoting action rotate right face to Closed Position diagonal wall and line of dance. Lower at the end of the step.
Contra Check and Slip (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 77 - 2
S#8 - 2004
LADY
Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal wall and reverse line of dance moving toward diagonal center and line of dance. [Step 1.] Lower into knee of standing leg and step backward with right foot toward diagonal center and line of dance. Rotate upper body slightly to yield left side lead. Transfer only partial weight to stepping foot. Turn head strongly to left. [Step 2.] Recover onto left foot rising at end of step and rotate upper body slightly into normal Closed Position. [Step 3.] Step forward right with slip pivoting action rotate right face to Closed Position facing diagonal center and reverse line of dance.
GENERAL NOTES
The Contra Check can be used in a number of amalgamations. It may used as an extended picture figure, often at the end of a routine. Also, the third step may be changed which could be a side step, a Slip Pivot (this figure) or a Switch. The Contra Check itself can create a beautiful picture if only partial weight is transferred and if the arms are allowed to breathe so the woman can extend the line as far as she is capable. Take care to avoid rising while in the Contra Check.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 47 - 97
S#6 2002
Contra Check and Switch 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP fcg DRC - Ck fwd L in CBMP sItly flexing knees strong R sd ld, -, rec R comm RF trn leaving L in place, cont RF trn to DLW rec L soft knees R extended fwd btwn W’s legs;
LADY CP fcg DLW - Ck bk R in CBMP sItly flexing knees strong L sd ld, -, rec L comm RF tm leaving R in place, cont RF trn to DRC rec R soft knees L xtnded bk;
MAN Step
#
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise
& Fall
Technique
1
S
DRC
fwd L
1/8 LF
BF
none
lwr bfr taking stp, CBMP on stp 1, keep some wt on R
2
Q
RLOD
rec R
B
-
3
Q
end DLW
rec L
5/8 RF
btwn 2 & 3
BF
-
keep both feet in place and knees soft
LADY Step
#
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise
& Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
bk R
1/8 LF
B
none
CBMP on stp 1, keep some wt on L
2
Q
LOD
rec L
BF
-
3
Q
end DRC
rec R
5/8 RF btwn 2 & 3
BF
-
keep both feet in place and knees soft
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION MAN Start in closed position facing DRC. [Step 1.] Step forward with left foot into CBMP. Turn body left face about 1/8 on this step to end facing RLOD. Look over woman's head. Retain some weight (say 30%) on ball of right foot. Soften arms to allow woman’s extra extension. [Step 2.] Recover onto right foot turning right face 1/8 to face DRC keeping left foot in place and returning head to normal closed position. [Step 3.] Recover to left foot turning 1/2 right face to face DLW. End in closed position with soft knees and right leg forward between woman's legs.
LADY Start in closed position facing DLW. [Step 1.] Step back on right foot into CBMP. Body turns LF about 1/8 on back step to end facing LOD. Retain some pressure on L (say 30%). Extend
Contra Check & Switch (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 47 - 98
S#6 2002
head to left with some further body extension near the end of the two beats allowed for this step. [Step 2.] Return head to normal closed position and recover to left foot turning right face about 1/8 to face DLW. Keep right foot in place. [Step 3.] Recover to right foot turning right face 1/2 to face DRC. End in CP with soft knees and left foot extended back.
GENERAL NOTES This figure may be executed from other facing positions in which case the figure execution remains the same with a total turn from the beginning facing position to the ending facing position of 180 degrees (1/2 turn right face).
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 31 - 65
Curved Feather (from Semi-Closed Position)
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN SCP moving LOD - fwd R start RF trn, -, fwd L cont trn prep to step BJO, fwd R in BJO fcg DRW;
LADY SCP moving LOD - fwd L start LF trn, -, sd & bk R cont trn, bk L in BJO under body fcg DLC;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
fwd R LOD
slt RF
HT
rise EO1
CBM & CBMP
2
Q
DLW
fwd L DLW
1/4 RF
T
up
left shoulder lead, rt sway
3
Q
DRW
fwd R DLW
1/8 RF
TH
lwr EO3
turn after weight on left toe, CBMP in BJO, rt sway
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
fwd L LOD
NIL
HT
rise EO1
CBMP
2
Q
COH
sd & bk R DLW
1/4 LF btw 1 &
2
T up
rt shoulder lead, left sway
3
Q
LOD
bk L DLW
1/8 LF
TH
lwr EO3
turn after weight on R, R is under body, CBMP in BJO, left sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Semi-Closed Position moving to LOD. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping forward on the right foot and start a right face turn. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step forward on left and continue the right face turn using a left shoulder lead and right sway. [Step 3.] Continue the right face turn and step forward on the right foot in CBMP, outside partner in banjo with a left shoulder lead and right sway. The turn finishes after weight is changed to the right foot.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed Position moving to LOD. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping forward on left foot in CBMP. Rise at the end of step. [Step 2.] Turning left face, step to the side and back on the right toe continuing the right face turn and with left sway. [Step 3.] Finishing
Curved Feather from PP (Continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 31 - 66
the left face turn, step back on the left foot, under the body in CBMP and banjo with left sway. The turn finishes after the weight has changed to the left foot.
GENERAL NOTES
Dancers should lower the heel on step 3 later than in other Foxtrot figures. The basic figure in Round Dancing turns three-eighths as shown (body turns more), however a one-quarter turn is also acceptable. The figure moves forward along LOD on all three steps.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 15 - 33
S#6 2002
Curved Feather (from CP) 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP DLW - Fwd R strtg RF trn, -, fwd L cont RF trn prep to step in BJO, trng RF fwd R in BJO;
LADY CP bkng DLW - Bk L DLW strtg RF trn, -, bk R cont RF trn, bk L in BJO;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW fwd R DLW
sltly RF
HT
down rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
WL
fwd L
DLW/WL
1/8 RF btw 1 &
2
T up
left shoulder leading, slight right sway
3
Q
DRW EO3
fwd R WL/DRW
1/8 RF on toe
TH
up, lwr EO3
slight R sway, cont RF trn (CBMP) otsd ptnr on toe fcg DRW
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DRC bk L DLW sltly RF TH
down rise EO1 CBM
2
Q
COH bk R
DLW/WL
1/8 RF btw 1 &
2
T
up right shoulder leading, slight left sway
3
Q
DLC EO3
bk L
WL/DRW
1/8 RF on toe
TH
up, lwr EO3
slight L sway, continue RF trn (CBMP) on toe bkng DRW
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward on the right foot, heel-toe. [Step 2.] Continue turning right face as step forward almost toward the wall on the left toe with left shoulder leading. [Step 3.] Continue turning right face as step forward (small step) outside partner in contra-banjo, body turns more, to end facing between DRW and RLOD.
Curved Feather (from CP) (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 15 - 34
S#6 2002
LADY Start in Closed Position backing DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step back on the left foot, toe-heel. [Step 2.] Continue turning right face as step back almost toward the wall on the right toe with right shoulder leading. [Step 3.] Continue turning right face as step back on right toe in contra-banjo, body turns more, to end facing between DLC and LOD.
GENERAL NOTES The lady may use footwork of toe-heel on step two. Her third step should be under her body. It should feel almost as though it is locked in back of her right foot as she turns. The Curved Feather can also be started from Semi-Closed Position (PP) in which case the lady’s steps would be fwd L, fwd & sd R, XLIB.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 33 - 69
Curving Three Step 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP fcng DLW - fwd L starting LF trn, -, fwd R cont trn, fwd L CP fcng DRC;
LADY CP fcng DRC - bk R starting LF trn, -, bk L cont trn, bk R CP fcng DLW;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLW
fwd L LOD
1/8 LF
HT
CBM
2
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC
1/4 LF btw 1 & 2
T
rise EO2
rt shoulder lead, left sway
3
Q
COH
fwd L DRC
1/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH
lwr EO3
CBMP, left sway
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRC
bk R LOD
1/8 LF
TH
CBM
2
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
1/4 LF btw 1 & 2
TH
rise EO2 NFR
left shoulder lead, rt sway
3
Q
wall
bk R DRC
1/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH
lwr EO3
CBMP, rt sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position DLW. [Step 1.] Step forward on the left foot using a heel lead. Start a left face turn (CBM). [Step 2.] Turning left face, step forward on the ball of the right foot and rise to the toe at the end of the step. Use a right shoulder lead with a sway to the left. [Step 3.] Step forward on the left toe in CBMP and lower at the end of the step. End in Closed Position DRC.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing DRC. [Step 1.] Step back on the right foot with a toe to heel action. Start a left face turn (CBM). [Step 2.] Turning left face, step back on the left foot, toe to heel action, rising at the end of this step in the body, with no foot rise. Use a left shoulder lead and a sway to the right. [Step 3.] Finishing the left face turn, step back on the right foot with a toe to heel action and lower at the end of this step. End in Closed Position facing DLW.
Curving Three Step (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 33 - 70
GENERAL NOTES
The Lady may turn her head to the right on step 3, instead of leaving it to the left throughout the figure. If the Lady does opt to turn her head to the right, she must be careful not to pull her right side away from the man's or move into his space. The last step of the Curving Three Step is almost always a checking step, thus the following figure begins with a step backward, toward DLW. This figure may start facing any direction but usually begins facing DW, LOD or DLC.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 39 - 81
Developé
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 4
MAN BJO facing DC - step bk L rt shldr lead keep rt hip away from Lady,-, hold, hold;
LADY BJO facing DRW - fwd R,-, bring L to R raising L to knee, ext L twd DRW strgtng keeping toes ptng down bring L down with out wgt;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DC
bk L twd DRW
sltly RF
TF
down
trn rt shldr & hip sltly
RF head to rt 2
Q
DC
hold
nil
-
-
rt sd stretched
3
Q
DC
hold
-
-
-
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRW
fwd R
sltly RF
HT
down
sltly trn RF shldrs square to man bring L to R raising ft to rt knee, keep toes down
2
Q
DRW
raise L & ext
DRW
nil
none
foot rise
ext L twd DRW
3
Q
DRW
lwr L to R no
wgt
-
-
lower EO3
bring L bk to rt knee & lwr L to R no wgt
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in BJO facing DC [Step 1.] Back L toward DRW with right side lead keeping right hip away from lady turn head to right or keep it left if preferred. [Step 2.] Stretch right side hold. [Step 3.] Hold
LADY Start in BJO facing DRW [Step 1.] Forward Right foot bring Left foot to Right foot no weight raising foot to right knee with toes down. [Step 2.] Straighten left leg toward DRW. [Step 3.] Bring Left foot back to right knee keeping toe pointing down lower left foot closing it to the right foot without weight.
Developé (Continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 39 - 82
GENERAL NOTES
The Developé can be danced from several facing directions and positions, e.g., BJO, SCP,
BFLY, etc. If in SCP the Lady will step back with the right foot swivel left face and Developé
the left foot. If in Bfly the Lady steps back on the right foot and does the Developé with the left foot.
Depending on the preceding figure the Developé can be done with either foot.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 76 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Double Natural Spin
1 measure – SQQ (W SQ&Q)
MAN
CP DLW - fwd R comm RF trn, sd L cont RF trn, tch R to L cont RF trn BJO-DLC;
LADY
CP DRC - bk L comm RF trn, cl R to L heel trn RF/fwd & sd L cont RF trn, fwd R cont trn BJO fc DRW;
MAN - Starting CP fcg DLW - Ending CBJO DLC
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DLW fwd R DLW
sltly RF HT rise EO1
CBM
2 Q DRW fwd & sd L
1/4 RF btw 1 &
2
T up continue body turn
3 Q DLC tch R to L
1/2 RF btw 2 &
3
TH up, lwr EO3
continue body turn to Contra Banjo
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DRC bk L DLW
sltly RF TH rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2 Q DLC cl R to L 3/8 RF HT cont rise
heel turn - weight chg to R after turn
3 & DLW fwd L DLW
1/4 RF T up
4 Q DRW fwd R 1/8 RF TH up, lwr EO4
Contra Banjo
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed Dance Position facing and moving toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward with right foot toward diagonal wall and line of dance with heel lead. Commence right face turn. [Step 2.] Step forward and side on ball of left foot and continue right face turn. [Step 3.] Touch right foot to left and continue right face turn to Contra Banjo facing nearly diagonal center of hall and line of dance. Lower to heel after lady finishes her footwork.
Double Natural Spin (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 76 - 2
S#8 - 2004
LADY
Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal center and reverse line of dance moving toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] Step backward with left foot toward diagonal wall and line of dance and commence right face turn.. Rise in the body at end of the step in the body (no foot rise). [Step 2.] Close right foot to left [without weight] and execute a heel turn on the left foot turning right face. Rise to balls of feet at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Continue turning right face and step forward and side on ball of left foot. [Step 4.] Step forward on ball of right foot in Contra Banjo Position facing nearly diagonal wall and reverse line of dance. Lower to heel at end of step.
GENERAL NOTES
Lady should take care not to hop on the third step, and should have her weight well over her foot on the fourth step. The following figure is a forward step for the man (backward for the lady). This figure is essentially the mirror image of the Double Reverse Spin, and while often used in Waltz, it has clear Foxtrot roots due to the lady’s heel turn on step 2. As with the Double Reverse Spin, the amount of turn depends on the choreography, but normally ranges between 3/4 turn and a full turn.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig – 52 - 107 S#6 2002
Double Open Telemark 2 measures - SQQ QQQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP fcg DLC - Fwd L DLC trng LF, -, sd R DLC cont trn, sd & sltly fwd L LOD in SCP; fwd R LOD in SCP trng lady to CP, fwd L LOD trng LF, sd R LOD cont LF turn, sd & fwd L DLW in SCP;
LADY CP fcg DRW - Bk R DLC trng LF, -, cl L to R (heel turn) cont LF turn, sd & fwd R LOD in SCP; fwd L LOD in SCP trng LF to CP, bk R LOD trng LF, cl L to R (toe spin) cont LF turn, sd & fwd R DLW in SCP;
MAN Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DLC fwd L DLC
slt LF HT down, rise Eo1
CBM
2 Q RLOD sd R DLC
3/8 LF btw 1 & 2
T up Slt L sway
3 Q DLW sd & fwd L LOD
3/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH up, lwr Eo3
Step sd & sltly fwd, trng lady to SCP
4 Q LOD thru R LOD
1/8 LF btw 3 & 4
HB down CBMP in SCP then trn lady to CP
5 Q LOD fwd L LOD
slt LF B slt rise CBM, moderate rise only
6 Q DRC sd R LOD
3/8 LF btw 5 & 6
T up No sway
7 Q WALL sd & fwd L DLW
3/8 LF btw 6 & 7
TH up, lwr Eo6
Turn lady to SCP
LADY Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DRW bk R DLC
Slt LF TH down, rise Eo1
CBM with body rise but no foot rise
2 Q LOD cl L to R 3/8 LF btw 1 & 2
HT cont to rise
Heel turn, start rising on left toe with R sway
3 Q DLC sd & fwd R LOD
1/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH up, lwr Eo3
Complete rise turning to SCP
4 Q RLOD thru L LOD
3/8 LF btw 3 & 4
HB down CBMP, turn LF to CP
Double Open Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig – 52 - 108 S#6 2002
5 Q RLOD bk R LOD
Slt LF btw 4 & 5
B slt rise CBM
6 Q DRW Cl L to R
1/8 LF btw 5 & 6
T up Toe spin, no sway
7 Q LOD Sd & fwd R DLW
3/8 LF btw 6 & 7
TH up, lwr Eo3
Turn to SCP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION MAN Start in closed position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Step forward toward DLC on the left heel in CBM, rising to the toe to lead the lady to dance a heel turn. [Step 2.] Swaying slightly to the left, step side, toward DLC on the right toe. [Step 3.] Continuing the left face turn, step side and slightly forward across LOD turning the lady to SCP and lowering to the left heel. [Step 4.] Step forward in CBMP toward LOD on the right heel. Rise to the toe and turn the lady to closed position. [Step 5.] Step forward using CBM toward LOD on the ball of the left foot. [Step 6.] Accelerating the rate of turn, step side LOD on ball of right foot. [Step 7.] Continuing the acceleration, turn the lady to SCP and step side and forward toward DLW on the left toe lowering to the heel.
LADY Start in closed position facing DRW. [Step 1.] Step back on the right toe toward DLC in CBM and lower to the heel. [Step 2.] Continuing the left face turn, draw the left foot to the right, dancing a heel turn. Transferring your weight to the left foot, begin to rise to the toe. [Step 3.] Rising on the left toe and turning the head right in SCP step side and forward toward LOD on the right toe lowering to the heel. [Step 4.] Step forward toward LOD on the left heel in SCP. Rising to the toe, turn left face to CP with the head left. [Step 5.] Turning left face, step back toward LOD on the ball of the right foot. [Step 6.] Close the left foot to the right, dancing a left face toe spin. [Step 7.] Turning the head right step side and forward in SCP toward DLW lowering to the heel.
GENERAL NOTES Timing for the Double Open Telemark may vary, for example: SQQ &QQS, SQQ SQ&Q. Notice that the lady will generally dance a toe spin in place of a heel turn in the second Telemark. The first Telemark should be slightly overturned to ease entry into the second. This can be accomplished by the man dancing slightly toward center on step 3 instead of straight down line and by turning his body a little toward line on step 4. This figure is easier and more exciting to dance if the man delays taking step 4 until the woman has started the step. He can then accelerate to catch up.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 12 - 29
Double Reverse Spin
1 measure - SQQ (SQ&Q for Lady) Level of Difficulty 7
MAN CP or BJO moving DLC - Fwd L turning LF, -, sd R DLC, cont LF spin cl L to R without wt to DLW;
LADY CP or BJO moving DLC - Turning LF bk R DLC, -, cl L to R (Heel Turn)/sd R LOD, XLIF of R;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd L DLC
sltly LF
HT
down rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
wall
sd R DLC
1/4 LF btw 1 & 2
T
up
No sway
3
Q
RLOD
cl L no wt spinning on
R
1/2 btw 2 & 3
TH
lwr EO3
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRW
bk R DLC
sltly LF
TH
down rise EO1 NFR
CBM begin heel turn
2
Q
wall
cl L to R
3\8 LF on R
HT
cont to rise
Heel Turn, weight chgs to left after turn
3
&
LOD
sd R LOD
1/4 LF
T
up
leg moves fwd, trn causes sd step
4
3
COH
XLIF
1/8 LF
TH
up,lwr EO4
svl on R, svl will cause L to XIF
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position facing diagonally center and line of dance. If started from feathered position, the starting position would be in Banjo. [Step 1.] Turning slightly left on the right step forward, on the left heel rising to the toe while continuing the left face turn. [Step 2.] Continuing the left face turn, step side diagonally toward DLC, on the right toe continuing the spin without sway. [Step 3.] Continuing the spin on the right toe draw the left toe on the floor closing it to the right without weight. Completing the spin, you end in Closed Position facing diagonally toward the wall and line of dance. When the lady has
Double Reverse Spin (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 12 - 30
completed her crossing, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing diagonally toward the wall and reverse line of dance. If starting from feathered position, the starting position would be in Banjo. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back right toe to heel DLC. Rise through the body and allow the left foot to start pulling to the right on the heel. [Step 2.] Continue the turn as the left draws back closing to the right. When the turn is complete, change weight to the left, rising to the toe. [Step 3.] Continuing the left face turn, step side on the right toe toward the line of dance. The leg starts forward and the turn causes the foot to end side on the toe. [Step 4.] Continuing the turn by swiveling left face on the right foot. Cross the left foot in front of the right on the toe, lowering to the heel.
GENERAL NOTES
The starting position of the figure will vary as will the amount of turn, depending upon the sequence of figures preceding and following the Double Reverse. The timing also may vary as the lady may spend more time on the heel turn, causing the syncopation to occur on the last two steps. It is important that the lady create and maintain her own rotation consistently throughout the figure.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 68 - 139 S#7 2003
Fallaway Ronde Slip
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN
SCP facing LOD – Sd R relax R knee & Ronde L counterclockwise, -, bk L, slip bk R;
LADY SCP facing LOD - Sd L relax L knee Ronde R clockwise, -, bk R, trn LF and step fwd L;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
sd R RLOD
T
down
wide Ronde L counter-clockwise
2
Q
DLW
bk L RLOD under body
T
down rise EO2
SCP
3
Q
DLC
bk R
LF 1/4
TH
up lwr EO3
slip pivot to CP
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLC
sd L RLOD
T
down
wide Ronde R clockwise
2
Q
DLC
bk L RLOD under body
T
down rise EO2
SCP
3
Q
DRW
fwd R
LF 1/2
TH
up lwr EO3
slip pivot to CP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing line of dance. - [Step 1.] Step side on right toe toward reverse line of dance and relax right knee. Ronde left foot in a wide counterclockwise arc with the toe pointed. [Step 2.] Step back on left foot well under the body moving to reverse line of dance and rising at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Small step backward on right foot bringing lady to Closed Position and rotating body left face to end in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal line of dance and center of the hall. Lower at end of the step.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing line of dance. - [Step 1.] Step back onto left toe
Fallaway Ronde Slip (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 68 - 140 S#7 2003
toward reverse line of dance and relax left knee. Ronde right foot in a wide clockwise arc with the toe pointed. [Step 2.] Step back on right foot well under the body moving to reverse line of dance and rising at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Turn left face and step forward toward reverse line of dance into Closed Dance Position. Continue left face rotation to end facing diagonal reverse line of dance and wall. Lower at end the step.
GENERAL NOTES
It is important to maintain an upright position during the Ronde part of this figure. A common entry is Oversway, but nearly any figure leading to Fallaway position can work. Keep hips toward partner during the Ronde. The Ronde feet are usually on or near the floor. The characteristics of this figure are similar to the Rudolph Ronde Slip.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 70 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Feather Finish
1 measure – SQQ
MAN CP DLW - Bk R trng LF, -, sd L cont LF trn, fwd R BJO-DLC;
LADY CP DRC - Fwd L trng LF, -, sd R cont LF trn, bk L BJO;
MAN - Starting CP fcg DLW - Ending BJO DLC Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DLW bk R DRC
1/8 LF TH rise EO1
CBM
2 Q LOD sd L 1/8 LF T body turns less
3 Q LOD fwd R DLC
TH up, lwr EO3
Banjo position, CBMP
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DRC fwd L DRC
1/8 LF TH rise EO1
CBM
2 Q RLOD sd R 1/8 LF T body turns less
3 Q RLOD bk L DLC
TH up, lwr EO3
Banjo position, CBMP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal wall and line of dance and moving toward diagonal center and reverse line of dance. [Step 1.] Step back right and commence slight left face turn. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step side left and continue left face turn. [Step 3.] Step forward right in Contra-Banjo toward diagonal center and line of dance [facing nearly LOD]. Lower at the end of the step.
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal center of hall and reverse line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward left commence slight left face turn. Rise at end of the step. [Step 2.] Step side right and continue left face turn. [Step 3.] Step back left in Contra-Banjo toward diagonal center of hall and line of dance [facing nearly RLOD]. Lower at the end of the step.
Feather Finish (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 70 - 2
S#8 - 2004
GENERAL NOTES
The Feather Finish is essentially the last three steps of the Reverse Turn, and may be used after a Closed Impetus or a Spin Turn, among other figures.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 30 - 63
Feather (from Semi-Closed Position) 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN SCP fcng DLC - fwd R, -, fwd L left shoulder lead, fwd R in BJO DLC;
LADY SCP fcng DLC - fwd L, -, trng LF sd & bk R, trng LF bk L in BJO;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd R DLC
NIL
HT
rise EO1
CBMP
2
Q
DLC
fwd L DLC
-
T
up
left shoulder leading, preparing to step outside partner, slight right sway
3
Q
DLC
fwd R DLC in BJO
-
TH
up lwr EO3
CBMP outside partner (BJO), slight right sway
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd L DLC
sltly RF
HT
rise EO1
CBMP
2
Q
DLC
sd & bk R DLC
1/4 LF btw 1 & 2
T
up
right shoulder leading, slight left sway, trng to BJO
3
Q
DRC
bk L DLC
1/8 LF
TH
up lwr EO3
CBMP in BJO, slight left sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in semi-closed dance position facing and moving DLC. [Step 1.] Using CBMP, step forward on the right foot toward DLC, Heel-toe, rising as weight transfers to the toe. Begin leading the lady to turn left face into banjo. [Step 2.] Step forward on the left toe. The left shoulder is now leading, and maintain the rise. Sway slightly to the right as you prepare to step outside the lady in banjo. [Step 3.] Maintaining the slight sway, step forward on the right toe, outside the lady in CBMP and banjo. As the left foot collects under the body, lower to the heel to begin the first step of the next figure.
International Foxtrot
Feather (from semi-closed position) (continued)
FT - Fig 30 - 64
LADY Start in semi-closed dance position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Using CBMP, step forward on the left foot toward DLC, toe-heel, rising with the man and preparing to start a left face turn into banjo. [Step 2.] Turning to the right, step to the side and back on the right foot toe. The right shoulder appears to be leading. Sway slightly to the left as the man prepares to step outside you in banjo. [Step 3.] Maintaining the slight sway, step back on the left foot, toe-heel, in CBMP with the man outside in banjo. As the right foot collects under the body, lower through the body to begin the first step of the next figure.
GENERAL NOTES The shoulder leading, on step, two makes it easier to get into contra banjo on step three. You may start the feather from semi-closed facing in any direction. The most common alignments are DLC, then LOD and DLW.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 1 - 5
Feather (from Closed Position)
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP DLC - fwd R, -, fwd L preparing to step in BJO, fwd R in BJO;
LADY CP bkng DLC - bk L, -, bk R, bk L;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLC
fwd R DLC
sltly RF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
LOD
fwd L DLC
1/8 RF btw 1 &
2
T
up
left shoulder leading, preparing to step outside partner, slight right sway
3
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC in BJO
nil
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP outside partner (BJO), slight right sway
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise
& Fall
Technique
1
S
DRW
bk L DLC
sltly RF
TH
rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
RLOD
bk R DLC
1/8 RF btw 1 &
2
TH
up NFR
right shoulder leading, slight left sway
3
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
nil
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP in BJO, slight left sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing and moving diagonal to line of dance and the center of the hall. [Step 1.] Using CBM step forward on the right foot toward DLC, Heel-toe, rising as weight transfers to the toe. [Step 2.] Completing a 1/8 turn to the right step forward on the left toe. The left shoulder is now leading, and maintain the rise. Sway slightly to the right as you prepare to step outside the lady in Banjo. [Step 3.] Maintaining the slight sway, step forward on the right toe, outside the lady in CBMP and Banjo. As the left foot collects under the body, lower to the heel to begin the first step of the next figure.
Feather (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 1 - 6
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal to reverse line of dance and the wall, backing diagonal to line of dance and the center of the hall. [Step 1.] Using CBM step back on the left foot toward DLC, toe-heel, rising with the man through the body (NFR). [Step 2.] Completing a 1/8 turn to the right step back on the right foot, toe-heel. The right shoulder is now leading, and maintain the body rise (still NFR). Sway slightly to the left as the man prepares to step outside you in Banjo. [Step 3.] Maintaining the slight sway, step back on the left foot, toe-heel, in CBMP with the man outside in Banjo. As the right foot collects under the body, lower through the body to begin the first step of the next figure.
GENERAL NOTES
The shoulder leading on step two makes it easier to get into Contra Banjo on step three. You may start the Feather facing any direction. The most common alignments are DLC first then LOD and DLW.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 51 – 105
S#6 2002
Hairpin 1 measure – SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP RLOD - Bk L LOD pivoting 1/2 RF, -, fwd R LOD turning RF/fwd L twd wall, swiveling RF on L & ckng fwd movement fwd R DRW outside lady with left side lead;
LADY CP LOD - Fwd R LOD pivoting 1/2 RF, -, bk L LOD turning RF/bk R twd wall, swiveling RF on R XLIB with R side lead;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk L LOD
1/2 RF
TH
NFR
CBM - right face pivot
2
Q
LOD
fwd R
LOD 1/4 RF
HT
rise
on R
CBM - right sway
between steps 2 and 3 3
&
Wall
fwd L Wall
1/8 RF
T
up
right face swivel on L
4
Q
DRW
fwd R
DWR
- TH
lwr
e/o 4 check fwd movement in CBMP-BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd R
LOD 1/2 RF
HT
NFR
CBM - right face pivot
2
Q
RLOD
bk L LOD
1/4 RF
TH
up
on L
CBM - left sway
between steps 2 and 3 3
&
COH
bk R Wall
1/8 RF
T
up
swivel RF on R
4
Q
DLC
bk L LOD
-
TH
lwr
e/o 4
check bkwd movement in CBMP
Hairpin (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 51 – 106
S#6 2002
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in closed position facing RLOD. [Step 1.] Turning the body right face, step
back LOD on the left foot, toe to heel, pivoting right face to LOD. [Steps 2 and 3.]
Continuing the right face body turn as step forward LOD on the right foot with a
heel lead rising to the toe. On the & count, step forward toward the wall on the left
toe with a slight right sway. [Step 4.] Swiveling right face on the left toe, step
forward [small step] DRW, outside the lady on the right toe with a left side lead
checking forward movement, then lower to the heel.
LADY
Start in closed position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Turning the body right face, step
forward LOD on the right foot, heel to toe, pivoting right face to RLOD. [Steps 2
and 3.] With syncopated timing step back LOD on the left foot, toe to heel,
continuing the right face turn. Then on the & count step back toward the wall on
the right toe halting the backward progression. [Step 4.] Swiveling right face on
the right toe, place the left toe behind the right with a right side lead, and then lower
to the heel.
GENERAL NOTES
A slight hovering action occurs on step 4 when the forward movement is halted and
the man swivels. This allows him to place his right foot outside the lady.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 40 - 83
Hesitation Change
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP facing RLOD - bk L beginning to pull R heel bk,-, pull R heel past L turning RF step sd & fwd R LOD with small step to fc COH, draw L to R without taking weight;
LADY CP facing LOD - fwd R LOD,-, turning RF sd & bk L LOD, draw R to L without taking weight;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk L
slightly RF
TH
rise EO1
CBM left sway
2
Q
COH
sd & fwd R
1/4 RF btw 1 & 2
IE of F WF
up
Rt shdr lead foot points DC body turns less
3
Q
DC
L to R no wt
1/8 RF between 2
& 3
IE T
lower EO3
No foot trn body finish trn
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd R
slightly RF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
WALL
sd & bk L
1/4 RF between 1
& 2
TH
up
Step sd & bk past partner R sway head to R
3
Q
RDW
R to L no wt
1/8 RF between 2
& 3
IE of T
lower EO3
slightly swivel on L to finish trn cont sway & head to R
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in CP facing RLOD. [Step 1.] Step back on left foot LOD, toe heel, beginning to pull the right heel back rising. [Step 2.] Pull the right heel past the left foot, turning right face, as the Lady steps past. Then sway slightly left, step side and forward LOD with small step to face DC. [Step 3.] Maintaining slight left sway, draw the inside edge of left foot toward the right without taking weight.
LADY Start in CP facing LOD. [Step 1.] Step forward on the right foot LOD, heel toe. [Step 2.] Turning right face step side and back on left foot LOD, passing partner, with slight right sway and head to right. [Step 3.] Maintain right sway and head to right draw the inside edge of right foot toward left foot without taking weight.
Hesitation Change (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 40 - 84
GENERAL NOTES
If the Man in the second step brushes the inside edge of right foot as it passes the left, this will help the partner feel the sway to her right side and at the same time will open her head to her right.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 48 - 99 S#6 2002
Hinge 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP RLOD - Bk R LOD trng LF, -, sd & bk L DLW, with slight LF body trn hold on L trng head R;
LADY CP LOD - Fwd L LOD, -, turning LF sd & fwd R DLW with head right, cont LF turn bk L DLW with head well left & R toe pointed fwd DRC;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S RLOD bk R slt LF TH down CBM
2
Q
DRW
sd & bk
L 1/4 LF BF
body rise
body rise lowering EO2
3
Q
DLW hold on
L slt LF
-
down head R, shaping R
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S LOD fwd L slt LF HT - CBM
2
Q
DLC sd & fwd
R 1/4 LF
TH down EO2 head R during trn
3
Q
DRC
bk L
slt LF
TH
down head L, shaping L
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in closed position facing RLOD. [Step 1.] With a slight left side lead, step back on the right foot, LOD, toe to heel. [Step 2.] Turn left face on the right foot with a rise through the body as the lady turns past the man. As the lady passes, step to the side and back on the left foot, ball/flat, DLW, lowering. [Step 3.) Continue the left face body turn on the left foot to lead the lady to step back on her left. Turn the head to the right while shaping to the right.
LADY Start in closed position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Step forward on the left foot, LOD, heel to the toe with foot rise only. [Step 2.] Turn left face on the left foot and turn the head to the right. Step to the side and forward, past the man, DLW then lower to the heel. [Step 3.] Continue the left face turn on the right foot. Shaping to the left with the head well left, place the left toe back DLW and then lower to the left heel, pointing the right toe forward.
Hinge (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 48 - 100 S#6 2002
GENERAL NOTES By using the body rise during count two the man leads the lady to continue the body movement past the right foot and back onto left. This is opposed to continuing the body rotation on the right, as in a throwaway oversway. The hinge can be danced from various facing positions and from semi-closed position. When dancing the figure from semi-closed position, the man, after stepping forward with the right foot, would attempt to turn the lady as square to him as possible before completing the hinge.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 61 - 125
S#7 2003
Hover Corté
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 4
MAN CP-RLOD - Bk R trn LF, -, sd L w/hvr cont trn LF, rec bk & sd R BJO-DLW;
LADY CP LOD - Fwd L trn LF, -, sd R w/hvr cont trn LF, rec fwd & sd L BJO-DRC;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk R LOD
comm. LF
THT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
wall
sd L LOD
1/4 LF btw. 1 and 2
T
up
sway right, hover action
3
Q
DLW
bk & sd R RLOD
1/8 LF btw. 2 and 3
TH
up, lwr EO3
sway right, BJO
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd L LOD
comm. LF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
COH
sd R LOD
1/4 LF
T
up
sway left, hover action, brush L to R
3
Q
DRC
fwd & sd L RLOD
1/8 LF
TH
up, lwr EO3
sway left, BJO
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed dance position moving to line of dance. [Step 1.] With CBM move back on the right foot toward LOD, toe heel, and commence left face turn. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Continue turning to the left, step side on left toe with hover action. [Step 3.] Recover back and side on right toe toward reverse line of dance in BJO ready to move diagonal reverse line of dance and center of the hall. Lower at the end of the step.
LADY Start in Closed dance position moving line of dance. [Step 1.] With CBM move forward on the left foot toward LOD, heel toe, commence left face turn. [Step 2.] Continue turning to the left step side on the right toe toward LOD with hover action. Brush left foot to right in
Hover Corté (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 61 - 126
S#7 2003
preparation for the next step. [Step 3.] Step forward and side on left toe in BJO ready to move diagonal reverse line of dance and center of the hall. Lower at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure follows with the man’s backward step (lady’s forward) in CBMP. It may commence facing any direction, but is most often used with the alignments shown. The amount of turn may be up to 5/8, in which the next step would move diagonal reverse line of dance and wall. Man may also brush on step 2.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 21 - 45
Hover Telemark
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 4
MAN CP-DLW - Fwd L, -, sd & fwd R rise trn 1/8 to 1/4 RF, fwd L SCP;
LADY CP-DLW - Bk R, -, sd & bk L rise trn 1/8 to 1/4 RF, fwd R SCP;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DLW
fwd L DLW
HT
rise EO1
2
Q
DLW
sd & fwd R Wall
1/8 RF
T
cont rise
Sway left, brush is optional
3
Q
Wall
fwd L LOD
TH
lwr EO3
end in SCP
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DRC
bk R DLW
TH
rise EO1 NFR
2
Q
DRC
sd & bk L Wall
1/8 RF
T
cont rise
Sway rt, brush is optional
3
Q
COH
fwd R LOD
TH
lwr EO3
end in SCP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Begin in Closed Position facing DLW. [Step 1.] Step forward on the left foot with a heel lead. [Step 2.] Step forward and slightly to the side on the right foot, beginning a hovering action. Gradually rise until the left foot brushes to right while turning right face about 1/8. [Step 3.] Turn the lady to SCP and step to the side and forward on the left foot toward LOD.
LADY Begin in Closed Position body facing DRC. [Step 1.] Step back on the right foot, toe to heel. [Step 2.] Step back and to the side on the left foot. Gradually rise until the left foot brushes to right while turning right face about 1/8. [Step 3.] Turn into SCP and step to the side and forward on the right foot toward LOD.
Hover Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 21 - 46
GENERAL NOTES
The Hover Telemark can turn to the right or to the left at the discretion of the choreographer. It is normally used in ballroom dancing to change line of dance. As described it ends in Semi-Closed or Promenade Position. The man can lead the lady into Closed Position and end the figure preparing to step outside the partner in Banjo. The rise should be very gradual between step 1 and 2, reaching the greatest height when the foot has brushed. Using less elevation, the brush may be eliminated. This is a variation that is not very popular as it has little “show” or “flash” to it. The figure may be started facing any direction.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 22 - 47
Left Feather 1 1/2 measures - SQQ QQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN BJO fcng DLC - fwd L blend CP/DLC start LF trn, -, fwd R prep step SCAR, fwd L SCAR/DLC trn LF; sd R CP/DLC, bk L BJO/LOD;
LADY BJO fcng DRW - bk R blend CP/DLC, -, bk L, bk R SCAR fc DRW trn LF; sd L CP face DLW, fwd R BJO fc LOD;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
fwd L DLC
1/8 LF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DLC
fwd R DLC
1/8 LF
T
up
rt shoulder lead
3
Q
COH
fwd L DLC
1/8 LF
T
up
CBMP, left sway
4
Q
DRC
sd R DLC
-
T
up
rt shoulder lead
5
Q
DRC
bk L LOD
-
TH
up - lwr EO5
CBMP, left sway
LADY
Step
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
RLOD
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
TH
rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
DRW
bk L DLC
1/8 LF
TH
rise
left shoulder lead
3
Q
Wall
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
T
up
CBMP, rt sway
4
Q
DLW
sd L DLC
-
T
up
left shoulder lead
5
Q
DLW
fwd R LOD
-
TH
up, lwr EO5
CBMP, rt sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Banjo facing DLC. [Step 1.] Step forward on the left foot with heel lead blending to Closed Position. Rise onto the toe at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step forward on the right toe with right shoulder lead preparing to step to Sidecar Position. [Step 3.] Step forward on the left toe, in Sidecar Position (CBMP) with right shoulder lead and left sway. Continue the left face turn after the step. [Step 4.] Step to the side on the right toe, toward DLC, into Closed Position and prepare to step back in Banjo. [Step 5.] Step back on the left foot, toward DLW, in Banjo (CBMP) with a right shoulder lead and left sway. Lower into the heel at the end of the step.
Left Feather (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 22 - 48
LADY Start in Contra Banjo facing DRW. [Step 1.] Step back on the right foot, with a toe to heel action, blending into Closed Position. Start a left face turn. Rise in the body at the end of the step (no foot rise). [Step 2.] Step back toward DLC on the left foot, with a left shoulder lead, preparing to step to Sidecar Position. [Step 3.] Step back toward DLC on the right foot in Sidecar Position with a left shoulder lead and right sway. Continue the left face turn. [Step 4.] Step to the side on the left foot, toward DLW. Blend into Closed Position and prepare to step into Banjo on the next step. [Step 5.] Step forward on the right toe, toward LOD in Banjo (CBMP), with a left shoulder lead and right sway. Lower into the heel at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES
The Left Feather is part of a larger figure called the Four Feathers, which includes the Feather, the Left Feather, the Back Left Feather and the Feather Finish. The Man should keep his head to the left on steps 2 and 3, rather than turning it toward LOD while in the Sidecar Position.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 59 - 121
S#7 2003
Left Turning Lock
1 measure – Q&QS Level of Difficulty 6
MAN
CP DRW - Bk R/cross LIFR, bk R trn 1/4 LF, fwd & sd L BJO, -;
LADY
CP DLC - Fwd L/cross RIBL, fwd L trn 1/4 LF, bk & sd R BJO, -;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
Q
DRW
bk R DLC
sltly RF
T
down
Right sd leading, sway left
2
&
DRW
XLIF of R
T
down
Sway left
3
Q
DRW
bk R DLC
comm. LF trn
T
rise EO3
4
S
DLW
fwd & sd L to BJO
1/4 LF
trn bet 3 and 4
TH
Up, lwr EO4
BJO
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
Q
DLC
fwd L DLC
Sltly RF
T
down
Left side leading, sway right
2
&
DLC
XRIB of L
T
down
Sway right
3
Q
DLC
fwd L DLC
comm LF
trn
T
rise EO3
4
S
DRC
bk & sd R to BJO
1/4 LF
trn bet 3 and 4
TH
up, lwr EO4
BJO
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed dance position moving diagonal to line of dance and center of the hall. [Step 1.] Step back right with right side leading and sway left, toe. [Step 2.] Cross left in front of right continuing to sway to the left. [Step 3.] Step back right and commence left face turn. [Step 4.] Turn one-quarter left face and then step forward left in Banjo Position.
Left Turning Lock (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 59 - 122
S#7 2003
LADY
Start in Closed dance position moving diagonal to line of dance and center of the hall. [Step 1.] Step forward left with left side leading and sway right, toe. [Step 2.] Cross right in back of left continuing to sway to the right. [Step 3.] Step forward left and commence left face turn. [Step 4.] Turn one-quarter left face and then step back right in Banjo Position.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure is adapted from Waltz. It is often preceded by an Overspin turn. The figure usually ends in Banjo, but may also end in SCP.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 71 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Lilt Pivot
1 measure – QQ
MAN
SCP DRW - Fwd R heel with rise to toe, fwd L toe trng LF & lower,
LADY
SCP DRW - Fwd L heel with rise to toe & fold to CP, bk R toe trng LF & lower,
MAN - Starting SCP fcg RLOD moving DRW - Ending CP fcg wall Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 Q RLOD fwd R DRW
1/8 LF HT rise EO1
2 Q DRW fwd L 1/8 LF TH lower EO2
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 Q wall fwd L DRW
3/8 LF HT rise EO1
pickup
2 Q DLC bk R 1/8 LF T flat lower EO2
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing reverse line of dance and moving toward diagonal wall and reverse line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward right toward diagonal wall and reverse line of dance with heel lead. Rise to toe at end of step while folding lady to Closed Position. [Step 2.] Step forward left toward diagonal wall and reverse line of dance on toe and pivot slightly left face to face wall in Closed Position.
LADY
Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing wall and moving diagonal wall and reverse line of dance. [Step 1.] Forward left toward diagonal reverse wall and line of dance with heel lead. Rise to toe at end of step and turn left face to closed position. [Step 2.] Step back right on toe and pivot slightly left face to Closed Position facing center.
GENERAL NOTES
The Lilt Pivot uses a quick rise to the toe, and a Reverse Pivot followed by lowering. In combination, the rise and lowering creates the lilt action used in the name of the figure. It is often used after an Outside Swivel (S). The pivot can turn more or less depending on the
Lilt Pivot (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 71 - 2
S#8 - 2004
following figure. The end of this figure is usually (although not always) a checking action, thus leading to a back step for the man (forward for the lady) on the next figure.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 67 - 137 S#7 2003
Mini-Telespin 2 measures - SQQ &QQS Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP DLC - Fwd L DLC trng LF, -, sd R twd DLC cont LF turn, sd & bk LOD in momentary SCAR; begin LF spin on L, sd R DLC to CP facing DRC, tch L to R, -;
LADY CP DRW - Bk R DLC trng LF, -, (Heel Turn on R) cl L to R, sd & fwd R LOD in momentary SCAR/ fwd L LOD trng LF; fwd & sd R DLC, trng LF small sd L CP facing DLW, tch R to L, -;
MAN Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DLC fwd L slt LF HT - CBM
2 Q DLC sd R DLC 1/4 LF T - slt L sway
3 Q DRW sd & bk L LOD
3/8 LF T - mom SCAR, ptng twd LOD, delay wt transfer
4 & WL spin LF on L
1/4 LF T - keep weight on L trng lady LF, nearly CP
5 Q LOD Cont spin
3/8 LF T - cont spin in CP to end fcg near DRC
6 Q DRC Sd R DLC
T slt rise step sd on ball, rise sltly hovering
7 S DRC tch L to R
TH lwr EO7
LADY Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DRW bk R DLC slight LF TH - CBM
2 Q DRW cl L to R 1/4 LF HT - heel trn then rise to L toe
3 Q LOD sd & fwd R LOD
3/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH - mom SCAR
4 & Near COH
fwd L LOD
3/8 LF btw 3 & 4
HT - rise trng LF, head well left
5 Q DRC fwd & sd R DLC
3/8 LF T -
6 Q DLW Sml sd L DLC
T slt rise
7 S DLW tch R to L
TH lower EO7
Mini-Telespin (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 67 - 138 S#7 2003
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION MAN Start in Closed Position facing diagonal line of dance and center of hall. [Step 1.] Turning the body left face (CBM), step forward on the left foot with a heel lead, rising quickly to the toe. [Step 2.] Continue to turn left as step to the side toward diagonal line of dance and center of the hall on the ball of the right foot with a slight left sway. [Step 3.] Continue turning and step to the side and back on ball of left foot (partial weight), body facing the diagonal reverse line of dance and wall, correct the sway while turning the lady to Sidecar Position. [Step 4.] Lower into the foot starting a left face spin, as lead lady to step forward. [Step 5.] Continue the spin in Closed Position on the left foot to face nearly DRC. [Step 6.] Step to the side on the ball of the right foot toward DLC in Closed Position, then rise with slight hover action. [Step 7.] Touch left foot to right in closed position facing diagonal reverse line of dance and center of hall. Lower at the end of the step.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing diagonal reverse line of dance and wall. [Step 1.] Turning the body left face (CBM), step back on the right foot toward diagonal line of dance and center of the hall, toe to heel. [Step 2.] Continue the turn as close the left foot to right (no weight), heel turn on the right foot and then transfer weight to left foot rising to the toe at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Step side and forward toward LOD on the right toe in Sidecar Position, with a strong right side lead. [Step 4.] Turning left face (CBM), step forward on the left foot, heel to toe. [Step 5.] Continue turning left face on toe of right foot to face nearly DLW. [Step 6.] Small side step on left toe. [Step 7.] Touch right foot to left in Closed Position facing diagonal line of dance and wall. Lower at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES This figure may also be danced with the timing SQQ &SQQ. It is very similar to the Telespin figure with less turn and a touch at the end, thus making it easier to execute.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 20 - 43
S#7 2003
Natural Hover Cross 2 measures - SQQ QQQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP DLW - Fwd R strtng RF turn, -, trng RF sd L, cont RF trn sd R; cont RF trn fwd L in SDCAR a small step, rec bk on R, trng sltly LF sd L, fwd R DLC in BJO;
LADY CP bkng DLW - Bk L strtng RF trn, -, trng RF on L pull R to L (heel turn), trng RF sd L DLW; trng RF bk R in SDCAR, rec fwd on L, trng sltly LF sd R, bk L in BJO;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DLW
fwd R DLW
sltly RF
HT
down rise EO1
CBM in CP
2
Q
DLW
sd L DLW
1/4 RF
btw 1 & 2
T up
leg moves fwd, trn causes ft to end sd, slight right sway
3
Q
DRW
sd R DLW
1/2 RF
btw 2 & 3
T up
cont RF trn on L to fc DLC for stp to end sd
4
Q
DLC
fwd L DLW a sml stp
1/8 RF
btw 3 & 4
T up
CBMP in SDCAR, swy left to allow fwd stp in SDCAR, ckng up on T
5
Q
LOD
rec bk R DRC
sltly LF
T
up
CBM & CBMP
6
Q
LOD
sd & sltly fwd L COH
nil
T
up
left shoulder leading, slight left sway
7
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC
nil
TH
up, lwr EO7
CBMP in BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DRC
bk L DLW
sltly RF
TH
down rise EO1 NFR
CBM in CP
2
Q
DRC
cl R to L
3/8 RF
btw 1 & 2
HT
cont to rise
H trn on L as R pulls to L on H, after trn chg wgt and rise to T of R
3
Q
LOD
sd L DLW
1/4 RF
btw 2 & 3
T up
leg starts fwd, trn causes ft to end sd
Natural Hover Cross (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 20 - 44
S#7 2003
4
Q
wall
bk R DLW
1/8 RF
btw 3 & 4
T up
CBMP in SDCAR, R swy
5
Q
DRW
rec fwd L DRC
sltly LF
T
up
CBM
6
Q
RLOD
sd R COH
nil
T
up
rt sd ldng
7
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
nil
TH
up, lwr EO7
CBMP in BJO
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward on the right foot, heel-toe. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn, start forward with the left leg. The turning action will cause the foot to end side on the toe. [Step 3.] Continuing to turn right face to end facing DLC, step side on the right toe. The right shoulder is leading. [Step 4.] Swaying to the left to clear space, step forward, a small step in CBMP and sidecar, on the left toe. This step is outside partner on the left side. It is a checking step, however; the checking action is up on the toe. Do not allow the heel to come down. [Step 5.] Recover back onto the right foot, on the toe. Start turning slightly to the left. [Step 6.] Step side on the left toe, with a left shoulder leading. [Step 7.] Step forward on the right toe, in CBMP and banjo, outside partner. Collecting the right leg under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
LADY Start in Closed Position backing DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step back on the left foot, toe-heel. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn on the left foot, pull the right foot to the left on the heel. As the feet close together to complete the turn to face LOD, change weight to the right foot and rise to the toe. [Step 3.] Continuing the right face turn, start the left leg forward. The turning action will cause the foot to end side on the toe, toward DLW. [Step 4.] Continuing the right face turn, check back on the toe of the right foot, in CBMP and sidecar. Sway to the right and do not drop to the heel. [Step 5.] Recover forward on the left toe with a slight turn to the left. [Step 6.] Step side on the right toe with a right shoulder leading. [Step 7.] Step back on the left toe in CBMP and banjo. Collecting the right leg under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
Step two for this figure is different from step two of a natural turn. The Natural Turn progresses along the line of dance while the Natural Hover Cross is rotating. The man must go "through" the lady on step two and the lady must go "through" the man on step three. Step four is a small step on the toe. Making a large step and lowering the weight to the heel on step four, put the dancers out of dance position. Starting this figure from Promenade Position (SCP) or outside partner (BJO) is an acceptable entry. If started from Promenade Position, there is no heel turn for the lady on step two. Her feet pass and step two is between the man's feet.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 27 - 57
Natural Hover Fallaway 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 4
MAN CP fcng DLW - fwd R starting RF trn, -, sd L trn lady into SCP, bk R SCP fcng DRW;
LADY CP fcng DRC - bk L starting RF trn, -, sd R cont trn SCP, bk L SCP fcng DRW;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLW
fwd R DLW
1/8 RF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DRW
sd L DLW
1/4 RF btw 1 & 2
T
up
do not lead heel turn, turn lady to SCP
3
Q
DRW
bk R DLC
nil
T
up
in SCP
LADY
Step
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRC
bk L DLW
1/4 RF
TH
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DLC
sd R DLW
3/8 RF btw 2 & 3
T
up
no heel turn, end in SCP
3
Q
DRW
bk L DLC
nil
T
up
in SCP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position facing DLW. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping forward, toward DLW, on the right foot with a heel lead and start a right face turn (CBM). [Step 2.] Step to the side on the left toe while continuing the right face turn. Turn the lady into SCP on this step. [Step 3.] Step back toward DLC on the right toe in Semi-Closed Position. Do not lower at the end of the step.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing DRC. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping back toward DLW on the left foot, with toe to heel action and start right face turn (CBM). [Step 2.] Step to the side toward DLW and continue the right face turn to Semi-Closed Position. [Step 3.] Step back on the left toe, toward DLC, in Semi-Closed Position. Do not lower at the end of the step.
Natural Hover Fallaway (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 27 - 58
GENERAL NOTES
The Natural Fallaway may be followed by the last four steps of a Natural Weave, and this combination is sometimes called a Natural Fallaway Weave. The Natural Fallaway is also often followed by a Slip Pivot. The amount of turn can vary from the standard amount shown above. The ending position may face DLW or the wall.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 41 - 85
Natural Telemark 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN BJO facing DLW - trng RF fwd R in BJO DLW outside partner,-, cont RF turn sd L DLW in CP, cont RF turn sd & fwd R LOD with right shoulder lead ready to step in SCAR;
LADY BJO facing DRC - trng RF bk L in BJO DLW,-, cont RF turn fwd R DLC in CP, cont RF turn sd & bk L LOD with left shoulder lead preparing to step in SCAR;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd R DLW
slt RF
HT
down rise EO1
CBMP in BJO
2
Q
DLW
sd L DLW
1/4 RF between 1 & 2
T
up
Pivoting RF in CP right
sway
3
Q
DRW
sd & fwd R LOD
1/2 RF between 2 & 3
TH
up, lwr EO3
Strong R side lead in SCAR - foot pointing LOD body turn less
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRC
bk L DLW
slt RF
TH
down rise EO1
CBMP
2
Q
DRC
fwd R DLC
1/4 RF between 1 & 2
T
up
Slightly sway to left, toe points LOD body
trn less 3
Q
DLC
sd & bk L LOD
1/2 RF between 2 & 3
TH
up, lwr EO3
Strong left side lead in
SCAR
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in banjo position DLW. [Step 1.] Turning right face, step forward, DLW, outside the lady, with a right heel lead rising to the toe. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn and correcting the sway, step side, DLW, with a slight right sway, on the left toe, in closed position. [Step 3.] Continuing a strong right face turn, step side and forward, LOD, on the right toe, lowering to the heel with a strong right side lead in sidecar.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 41 - 86
LADY Start in banjo position facing DRC. [Step 1.] Turning right face, step back left, toe/heel, DLW. [Step 2.] Continuing right face turn with left sway, step forward, LOD, on the right toe, in closed position. [Step 3.] Continuing a strong right face turn, step side and back, LOD, on the left toe with a strong left side lead in sidecar, lowering to the heel.
GENERAL NOTES The Natural Telemark can be danced from semi-closed position and from closed position, with the lady dancing a heel turn. This figure can be done in closed position with no sway to end with lady=s head well to left, depending on the following figure
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 3 - 9
Natural Turn
2 measures - SQQ SS Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP DLW - fwd R strtng RF trn, -, cont RF turn sd L, bk R LOD; bk L LOD pulling R bk trn RF on L heel, -, sd R end fcg DLC in CP, -;
LADY CP bkng DLW - bk L DLW strtng RF trn, -, cl R to L for heel trn, fwd L LOD; fwd R trn RF, -, trn RF sd L to CP, -;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DLW
fwd R DLW
strt RF trn
HT
down rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
wall
sd L DLW
1/4 RF btw 1 &
2
T up
sway to right, foot moves forward and turn causes sd step
3
Q
DRW
bk R LOD
1/8 RF btw 2 &
3
TH
up, lwr EO3
right sway
4
S
RLOD
bk L LOD
nil
TH
down
CBM, heel pull
5
S
DRC
sd R DLW
3/8 RF btw 4 & 5
H,IE of F, WF & IE of left
slight dries EO5, NFR
slight left sway
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DRC
bk L DLW
strt RF trn
TH
down
rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
COH
Pull R to L, heel trn
1/4 RF btw 1 &
2
HT
cont to rise
sway to left, trn on left then chg wt to right
3
Q
DLC
fwd L LOD
1/8 RF btw 2 &
3
TH
up, lwr EO3
left sway
4
S
LOD
fwd R LOD
slight RF
HT
down
CBM
5
S
DLW
sd L DLW
3/8 RF btw 4 &
5
TH & IE of right
slight
rise E05, NFR
slight left sway
Natural Turn (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 3 - 10
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing and moving diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward with the right foot heel-toe. Rise as the weight moves from the heel to the toe. The early rise should cause the lady to bring her feet together. [Step 2.] Continuing the body turn to the right, step side on the left foot on the toe. The foot starts forward and the turn causes it to end as a side step. There is no further rise. [Step 3.] Continue the right face turn to face RLOD then step back on the right foot, toe-heel. A slight amount of sway to the right will aid the turn. You lower onto the heel as the left foot collects under the body to start the next step. As you lower any sway will dissolve. [Step 4.] Step back on the left foot, toe-heel. Start turning right face with the use of CBM. There will be no rise on this step. [Step 5.] Continue to turn right face on the left heel to take a side step on the right foot towards DLW. The right foot will pull passed the left foot then move back and side. The turn will cause the step to be a side step. Take weight on the whole foot and rise slightly with a slight sway to the left. The left foot will draw to the right foot on the rise and the sway will dissolve.
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal to reverse line of dance and the center of the hall. Movement will begin diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] Using CBM to begin a right face turn, step back on the left foot, toe-heel. As you lower the foot from the toe to the heel you should feel the man start to rise. Start pulling the right foot to the left foot and rise through the body with no foot rise. [Step 2.] Continue the right face turn on the left foot as the right foot closes to it. Change weight to the right foot and continue the rise to the toe of the right. [Step 3.] Continue the right face turn to LOD and step forward on the left foot, toe-heel. You lower to the heel as the right foot collects under the body to start the next step. [Step 4.] Step forward with the right foot, heel-toe. Using CBM start a right face turn. There is no rise on this step. [Step 5.] Continuing the right face turn step side on the left foot, toe-heel. The foot starts forward and the turn causes it to end side. The step is down with a slight rise after taking full weight, with NFR. The rise will cause the right to draw to the left on the inside edge.
GENERAL NOTES
Step four for the man is a pull step turning on the weighted heel. When pulling the right foot back, it will pass directly under the body. Using a full Natural Turn, in most round dance routines, is not as common as using the first three steps of the figure. We usually cue these three steps as a half natural turn or 3 of a Natural Turn.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 28 - 59
Natural Twist Turn
11/2 measure - SQ&Q S Level of Difficulty 6 MAN CP fcng LOD - fwd R start RF trn, -, sd L cont trn/small bk XRIBL, twist into CP fcng DLC with feet apt; Rise to toes, -,
LADY CP fcng RLOD - bk L start RF trn, -, cl R to L for heel trn/small fwd L, fwd R; sd L rise to toes and brush R to L, -,
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
fwd R LOD
strt RF
HT
CBM
2
Q
DLW
sd L DLW
3/8 RF btw 1 & 2
T
rt sway
3
&
RLOD
XRIBL DLW
1/8 RF btw 2 & 3
T
rt sway
4
Q
DRC
twist RF
steps 4 & 5 are one action
5
S
COH
twist RF
3/8 rf over 4 &
5
F of R, IE T of L
rise
left sway, end in SCP DLC
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
RLOD
bk L LOD
slt RF
TH
CBM
2
Q
DLC
cl R to L
1/2 RF btw 1 & 2
HT
heel turn, left sway
3
&
LOD
fwd L LOD
T
left sway, left shoulder lead, preparing to step outside partner
4
Q
LOD
fwd R DLW
1/8 RF btw 2 & 4
T
CBM, CBMP, in BJO
5
S
DLW
sd L DLW
1/4 btw 4
& 5
T of L, IE of R T
rise
rt sway, brush, SCP DLC
International Foxtrot
Natural Twist Turn (continued)
FT - Fig - 28 - 60
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in closed position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping forward on right foot with heel lead and start a right face turn. [Step 2.] Step to the side on the left toe, toward DLW, with right sway and continue the turn. [Step 3.] Step back, a small step, toward DLW on the right toe crossing well behind the left foot. [Step 4.] Twist right face on the toe of right foot and whole of the left foot into closed position, DLC, with the feet apart. End with the weight on the right foot. [Step 5.] Rise to the toes with right sway. The weight is still on the right foot.
LADY Start in closed position facing RLOD. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping back on the left foot with a toe to heel action and start a right face turn. [Step 2.] Close the right foot to the left and continue the right face heel turn with left sway. [Step 3.] Take a small step forward on the left foot, toward LOD, preparing to step into BJO with a left shoulder lead and left sway. [Step 4.] Step forward on the right foot, toward DLW, in BJO and in CBMP with a left shoulder lead. Continue the right face turn. [Step 5.] Step to the side on the left toe, toward DLW, in closed position facing DRW. Rise to the toes with right sway. Brush the right foot to left at the end of step.
GENERAL NOTES Notice there is no rise for the first four steps of this figure. The fifth step could be used as the first step of the Hover Feather (see Feather). Note also that the crossing action used by the man on step 3 allows the woman to move around the man on his right with her forward steps (steps 3 and 4). Do not allow the rise at the end of step 5 to be too abrupt.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 17 - 39
Natural Weave
2 measures - SQQ QQQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP DLW - fwd R strtg RF trn, -, trn RF sd L, bk R; bk L in BJO, bk R to CP strtg to trn LF, trn LF sd & fwd L, fwd R DLW in BJO;
LADY CP bkng DLW - bk L strtg RF trn, -, cl R to L trn RF (heel turn), fwd L; fwd R in BJO outside partner, fwd L to CP strtg to trn LF, trn LF sd R, bk L in BJO DLW;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLW
fwd R DLW
sltly RF
HT
down rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DLW
sd R DLW
1/4 RF btw 1 & 2
T
up
leg strts fwd, trn causes ft to end sd, slt right sway
3
Q
DRW
bk R DLC
1/8 RF btw 2 & 3
T
up
right shldr ldng, no sway
4
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
nil
T
up
CBMP in BJO
5
Q
RLOD
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
T
up
CBM
6
Q
DRW
sd & sltly fwd L
1/8 LF
T
up
ft ptg DLW bdy trn less
7
Q
wall
fwd R DLW
nil
TH
up lwr EO7
CBMP in BJO outsd W
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRC
bk L DLW
sltly RF
TH
dwn rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
DRC
cl R to L
3/8 RF
HT
cont to rise
trn RF on L chg wgt to R and rise to T (heel turn)
3
Q
LOD
fwd L DLC
nil
T
up
left shldr ldg
4
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC
nil
T
up
CBMP in BJO outsd M
5
Q
LOD
fwd L DLC
sltly LF
T
up
CBM to CP
6
Q
LOD
sd R LOD
1/4 LF btw 5& 6
TH
up
leg strts fwd, trn causes ft to end sd
7
Q
COH
bk L DLW
nil
TH
up, lwr EO7
CBMP in BJO
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 17 - 40
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward on the right foot, heel-toe. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn, start the left leg forward. The turning action will cause the foot to end with a side step toward DLW, on the toe. [Step 3.] Continue the right face turn to step back on the right toe, with a right shoulder leading. The step is toward DLC and preparing for the next step to be in banjo. [Step 4.] Step back on the left toe in CBMP and Banjo. [Step 5.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right toe, into Closed Position. [Step 6.] Continuing the left face turn, step side and forward toward DLW on the left toe. The body does not turn as much as the foot. The left shoulder is leading and you are preparing to step outside partner in banjo. [Step 7.] Step forward on the right toe in CBMP and Banjo, outside partner. Collecting the left leg under the body, lower to the heel to prepare for the next step.
LADY Start in Closed Position, backing DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step back on the left foot, toe-heel. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn on the left foot, pull the right foot to the left, on the heel. After the feet have close and the turn to a left shoulder leading is complete, change weight to the right foot and rise to the toe. [Step 3.] With a left shoulder leading, step forward on the left toe, preparing to step outside partner in banjo. [Step 4.] Step forward on the right toe, in CBMP and banjo, outside partner. [Step 5.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step forward on the left toe, into closed position. [Step 6.] Continuing the left face turn, start the right leg forward. The turning action will cause the right foot to end side on the toe, toward DLW. [Step 7.] Continue turning left face on the right foot to a right shoulder leading and step back on the left toe in CBMP and banjo. Collecting the right leg under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
If step one is from SCP, the lady will not do the heel turn. Her feet will pass and her second step will end side and forward. A slight increase in elevation on step six will slow the momentum to allow the dancers to collect on step seven.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 11 - 25
Open Impetus Turn
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP RLOD - bk L strtg RF turn, -, cl R to L (heel trn), trn RF sd & sltly fwd L in SCP DLC;
LADY CP LOD - fwd R strtg RF trn, -, cont trng RF sd L, cont trng RF brush R to L then Sd & sltly fwd R in SCP DLC;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S RLOD
bk L
sltly RF
TH
down
CBM
2
Q
DRW
cl R to L
3/8 RF btw 1 &
2
HT
down, rise EO2
heel turn, complete turn on left before chg wt to right and rising to toe
3
Q
DLC
sd & sltly fwd L DLC
sltly RF
TH
up, lwr EO3
SCP moving DLC
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S LOD
fwd R
sltly RF
HT
down
CBM
2
Q
DLW
sd L DLW
3/8 RF btw 1 &
2
T
down rise EO2
leg moves forward and right turn causes foot to end side. right sway
3
Q
DRC
sd & sltly fwd R
1/8 RF
TH
up, lwr EO3
SCP moving DLC
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing Reverse Line Of Dance. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face heel turn, step back on the left foot, toe-heel. There is no rise or sway on this step. [Step 2.] Pull the right foot, on the heel, to the left while turning right face on the left foot. Change weight to the right foot and rise to the toe continuing to turn right face. [Step 3.] Finish the right face turn and step side and slightly forward, a small step, on the left toe, in SCP moving DLC. As the right leg collects under the body, lower to the heel for the next step.
Open Impetus Turn (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 11 - 26
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing Line Of Dance. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward on the right foot, heel-toe. This is a down step with no rise. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn, start the left leg forward. The turn will cause the foot to end side on the toe. After transferring weight, start to rise. This will cause the right foot to brush to the left as the turn continues. [Step 3.] Turning to SCP, step side and slightly forward, a small step, on the right toe, DLC. As the left leg collects under the body, lower to the heel for the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
The lady's forward swing on step 2 will help the man's rotation for the heel turn. A slight sway to the left, by the man, on step two will help the lady be able to move through the man.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 10 - 25
Open Natural Turn 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN SCP moving DLW - fwd R in SCP strtg RF trn, -, cont trn RF sd L in CP, cont trn RF bk R DLW;
LADY SCP moving DLW - fwd L DLW in SCP, -, trn RF fwd R DLW in CP, trn RF fwd L DLW prep for BJO;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
wall
fwd R DLW
slight RF
HT
down rise EO1
CBM & CBMP in SCP slightly across lady
2
Q
DRW
sd L DLW
1/4 RF btw 1 &
2
T up
leg starts forward and turn causes foot to end side.
3
Q
RLOD
bk R DLW
1/4 RF btw 2 &
3 TH
up,lwr
EO3
right shoulder leading, body turns less, preparing for the next step to be in BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
fwd L DLW
slight RF
HT
down rise EO1
CBMP in SCP
2
Q
LOD
fwd R DLW
1/8 RF btw 1 &
2
T up
into CP as man crosses
3
Q
DLW
fwd L DLW
1/8 RF btw 2 &
3 TH
up, lwr EO3
left shoulder leading preparing to step in BJO outside partner
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Semi-Closed Position moving diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] In SCP step forward with the right foot, in CBMP, heel-toe, starting a slight turn to the right. This step will be slightly across the lady, but should not hinder her movement. Rise as the weight moves from heel to the toe. [Step 2.] Continue the right face turn and step side across the lady's path. The left leg must begin forward and allow the turning to cause the foot to end to the side. The forward movement is necessary so the lady will have space to
Open Natural Turn (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 10 - 26
move forward. [Step 3.] Continuing the right face turn step back on the right foot toe-heel. The right shoulder is now leading and preparing for the next step to be in Banjo by the lady. As the left leg collects under the body, lower to the heel.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed Position moving diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] In SCP step forward with the left foot, in CBMP, heel-toe, starting a slight turn to the right. Begin to rise as weight moves from the heel to the toe. [Step 2.] Turning right face step forward on the right toe, into closed position with the man. [Step 3.] Continue turning right face to a left shoulder leading and step forward on the left toe. This is preparation for the next step to be in Banjo, outside partner. As the right leg collects under the body, lower to the heel for the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
The chart shows this figure moving DLW. It is very important for the lady's third step to be long enough to stay on the man's right side. The man must allow the lady to remain on his right side.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 14 - 33
Open Reverse Turn (from CP)
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP DLC - fwd L strtg LF trn, -, sd & sltly bk R, bk L LOD in BJO;
LADY CP moving DLC - bk R strtg LF trn, -, sd & sltly fwd L, fwd R LOD in BJO;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd L DLC
sltly LF
HT
down, rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DLC
sd & sltly bk R DLC
1/4 LF
btw 1 & 2
T up
leg begins fwd, turn causes ft to end sd & bk.
3
Q
DRC
bk L LOD
nil
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP in BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRW
bk R DLC
sltly LF
TH
down, rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
DRW
sd & sltly fwd L
1/4 LF btw 1 & 2
T
cont to rise
leg starts back, trn causes ft to end sd & fwd
3
Q
DLW
fwd R LOD
nil
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP in BJO outside partner
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position, DLC. [Step 1.] Using CBM to indicate a left face turn, step forward on the left foot, heel-toe. [Step 2.] Continuing the left face turn, step side and slightly back on the right toe, DLC. [Step 3.] Step back on the left toe in CBMP and banjo, LOD. As the right leg collects under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position, backing DLC. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right foot, toe-heel. Begin to rise through the body. [Step 2.] Continuing to turn left face, step side and slightly forward on the left toe, continuing to rise. [Step 3.] Step forward on the right toe, in CBMP and banjo, outside partner. Collecting the left leg under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
Open Reverse Turn (from CP) (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 14 - 34
GENERAL NOTES
The man must not let his head precede his left foot on step three. He should feel that the lady is further down LOD than he is.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 9 - 21 S#6 2002
Open Telemark
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP fcg DLC - Fwd L DLC strtg LF trn, -, cont RF trn sd R, cont LF trn sd & fwd L DLW in SCP;
LADY CP fcg DRW - Bk R strtg LF trn, -, cl L to R trn LF (heel trn), cont LF trn sd & fwd R DLW in SCP;
MAN
Step #
Timing Facing
Alignment Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise
& Fall
Technique
1
S DLC fwd L DLC
sltly LF
HT down
rise EO1 CBM
2
Q DRC EO2
sd & fwd R DLC
1/4 LF btw 1 &
2
T
up
left sway
3
Q WL EO3 sd & fwd L DLW
3/8 LF btw 2 &
3
TH
up, lwr EO3
SCP twd DLW, left sd ldng, small step to keep lady in position
LADY
Step #
Timing Facing
Alignment Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DRW
bk R DLC
sltly LF
TH
down rise EO1 NFR CBM, draw L to R
2
Q LOD EO2
(heel trn on R) cl
L
3/8 LF btw 1 &
2
HT cont to rise
trn LF on R heel then transfer wt to left
3
Q
DLC EO3
sd & fwd R DLW
1/8 LF btw 2 &
3
TH up, lwr EO3
cont trng RF, maintain right side toward partner
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Using CBM step forward on the left foot, beginning a left face turn, heel-toe. As weight moves onto the toe, rise to bring the lady's feet together for her heel turn. [Step 2.] Continuing to turn left face, swing the right leg forward, the turn will cause the foot to end side, on the toe. A slight sway to the left will aid the turn. [Step 3.] Continue the left face turn to step side and slightly forward on the left toe, toward DLW in SCP. This is a small step. Lower to the heel at the end of the step as the right leg collects under the body moving into the next figure.
Open Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 9 - 22 S#6 2002
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing DRW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right foot, toe-heel. As the man begins to rise, pull the heel of the left foot toward the right. Start to rise through the body with no foot rise. [Step 2.] Turning left face on the right heel (heel turn), when facing LOD change weight to the left foot and rise to the toe. [Step 3.] Continue turning left face and step side and forward on the right toe toward DLW in SCP. This is a small step and you must keep your right side toward your partner. Lower to the heel at the end of the step as the right leg collects under the body moving into the next figure.
GENERAL NOTES The figure, as described, is started from CP and ends in SCP. The lady must try to maintain Closed Position until the man takes her out to semi-closed on the last step. The man should introduce a slight dwell and Hover action on step 2 before taking step 3. The couple should maintain a tight "V" between the bodies as the third step is taken to Promenade Position (SCP). The last step is not a long step; it is almost under the body. A long step would tend to cause the couple to lunge and fall forward. The Telemark is frequently danced from a Feather Position, in which case the Feather should be danced toward DLC.
The man can under turn or over turn the figure if the choreography calls for it.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 29 - 61
S#7 2003
Outside Change 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 4
MAN CP fcng RLOD - Bk L, -, bk R trn LF, sd in SCP fcg DLW;
LADY CP fcng LOD - Fwd R, -, fwd L trn LF, sd in SCP fcg DLC;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S RLOD
L bk LOD
nil
TH
Sway left
2
Q
RLOD
R bk
1/4 LF
THT
up EO2
CBM, Foot rise
3
Q
DLW
L sd LOD
1/8 LF
T
up
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S LOD
R fwd LOD
nil
TH
Sway right
2
Q
LOD
L fwd
1/4 LF
HT
up EO2
CBM
3
Q
DLC
R sd LOD
1/8 LF
TH
up
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position facing RLOD. [Step 1.] Step back on the left foot on the toe and lower at the end of this step. Sway to the left. [Step 2.] Step back on the right toe starting a left face turn using CBM. As body moves back, transfer the weight to heel and then rise to the toe. [Step 3.] Step to the side on the left toe.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Step forward on the right toe, lowering at the end of the step and using right sway. [Step 2.] Step forward on the left foot with a lead using CBM. Rise at the end of the step and begin a left face turn. [Step 3.] Step to the side on the right toe.
GENERAL NOTES
The overall amount of the turn may vary depending on the next figure. By using essentially steps 3, 4, and 5 of a Reverse Turn, the Outside Change may also be used to prepare a step to Banjo.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 72 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Outside Check
1 measure – SQQ
MAN
CP DRC - Bk R trn LF, -, sd L cont LF trn, fwd R BJO-DRW ck motion;
LADY
CP DLW - Fwd L trn LF, -, sd R cont LF trn, bk L BJO ck motion;
MAN - Starting CP fcg DRC - Ending CBJO DRW
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DRC bk R DLW
1/8 LF TH rise EO1
2 Q RLOD sd L 1/8 LF T
3 Q DRW fwd R TH up, lwr EO3
Banjo position, CBMP, check forward action
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S DLW fwd L DLW
1/8 LF HT rise EO1
2 Q LOD sd R 1/8 LF T
3 Q DLC bk L TH up, lwr EO3
Banjo position, CBMP, check backward action
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed Dance Position facing center and reverse line of dance and moving toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] Step back right and commence slight left face turn. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step side left and continue left face turn. [Step 3.] Forward right in Contra-Banjo toward diagonal wall and reverse line of dance. Check forward motion. Lower at the end of the step.
LADY
Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward left commence slight left face turn. Rise at end of the step. [Step 2.] Step side right and continue left face turn. [Step 3.] Step back left in Contra-Banjo toward diagonal wall and reverse line of dance. Check backward motion. Lower at the end of the step.
Outside Check (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 72 - 2
S#8 - 2004
GENERAL NOTES
This is a special case of the figure Feather Finish. It ends with a checking action, and is usually performed with man facing toward reverse line of dance. It will follow with the man moving backward toward diagonal center and line of dance.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 49 - 101 S#6 2002
Outside Spin 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN BJO LOD - Bk L trng RF small step, -, fwd R RLOD trng RF, cont RF turn sd & bk L in CP DLC;
LADY BJO RLOD - Fwd R RLOD in BJO trng RF, -, cl L to R pivoting RF on toes, fwd R in CP;
MAN
Step #
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S LOD bk L a small step
3/8 RF THT down CBMP in BJO - most of turn is complete before wt - foot ends bk but does not move bk
2 Q DRW fwd R cont RF
HT down, rise EO2
CBMP in BJO - a small step then rise to toe and complete turn by spinning RF
3 Q COH sd & bk L
3/8 RF btw 2 & 3, 1/4 RF on 3
TH up, lwr EO3
LADY
Step #
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S RLOD fwd R RLOD
slight RF
HT down, rise EO1
CBMP in BJO
2 Q RLOD cl L to R 3/8 RF btw 1 & 2
toes cont to rise
Toe Pivot
3 Q DLW fwd R 1/4 RF btw 2 & 3, 1/8 RF on 3
TH up, lwr EO3
Outside Spin (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 49 - 102 S#6 2002
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in contra banjo position facing line of dance. [Step 1] Turning the body right face, step back on the left foot. Close the left toe near to the right heel, leading the lady forward, outside the man in banjo. [Step 2] With a strong right face body turn, step forward, RLOD, outside the lady, on the right heel, rising to the toe. Most of the turn is on the toe. [Step 3] Continuing the right face turn on the right toe, step side and back on the left toe. Lower to the heel in closed position, continuing the turn, like a slip pivot.
LADY Start in contra banjo position facing RLOD. [Step 1] Turning right face, step forward, RLOD, on the right heel, rising to the toe. [Step 2] Continuing the right face turn, close the left foot to the right, pivoting on the toes of both feet. [Step 3] Completing the right face pivot, step forward, between the man's feet, on the right toe. Lower to the heel in closed position, continuing the turn, like a slip pivot.
GENERAL NOTES The Outside Spin may be danced from various facing directions and with various amounts of turn. The figure is often danced following an open natural turn with the man backing diagonally wall and line of dance.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 7 - 17
Outside Swivel 2 measure - S Level of Difficulty 6
MAN BJO - Bk L DLW trng 1/4 RF to SCP, -,
LADY BJO - Fwd R DLW swvlng 3/4 RF to SCP DLC, -,
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
bk L DLW
1/4 RF
TH,
pres R toe
down
CBMP, trng lady to SCP, right remains fwd with toe in contact with the floor
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
RLOD
fwd R DLC
3/4 RF
HTH
down
CBMP, swvl RF on toe trng to SCP DLC, left toe in contact with floor
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start on the right foot and in Contra Banjo. [Step 1.] Step back on the left foot, in CBMP with no rise, toe-heel. Keeping the right foot forward and make a strong right face turn with the body, maintaining pressure on the right toe to help balance. The body turn will cause the lady to swivel right face into Semi-Closed Position ready to move DLC.
LADY Start on the left foot and in Contra Banjo. [Step 1.] Step forward on the right foot, heel-toe, and swivel 3/4 right face on the ball of the foot. When the turn is complete, settle back onto the heel of the right foot. For better balance, keep the inside edge of the left toe in contact with the floor. The right face swivel will take you to Semi-Closed Position ready to move DLC.
GENERAL NOTES
The Outside Swivel may start from an Open Natural with the lady ready to step into Banjo, outside partner. It may also start from a Checked Feathered Position, with the man outside partner. If the figure starts from a Checked Feathered Position the feet are already in CBMP. Just maintain the relative foot position for the Outside Swivel. Starting the figure from a position where the lady is stepping into Banjo, e.g., after the Open Natural Turn, turning the figure to the left is acceptable. Turning the figure either way, the man must keep his right side out of the lady's way as she swivels. Also, the lady should not move her left foot through until the next step.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 62 - 127
S#7 2003
Promenade Sway
1/2 measure - S Level of Difficulty 4
MAN SCP LOD - Fwd and sd L stretch body upwards, -,
LADY SCP LOD - Fwd and sd R stretch body upwards, -,
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd L LOD
H flat
rise (NFR)
Stretch body upwards, head left
LADY
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLC
fwd R LOD
H flat
rise (NFR)
Stretch body upwards, head right
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Semi-Closed dance position moving toward line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward and side on the left foot toward LOD, heel-flat. Stretch body upwards with no foot rise and look over lead hands.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed dance position moving toward line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward and side on the right foot toward LOD, heel-flat. Stretch body upwards with no foot rise and look over lead hands.
GENERAL NOTES
This is a component of the Oversway that is followed by lowering, change to right sway, and turning of the heads. It has also been referred to as the High Line. This is a member of a class of figures known as Picture Figures.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 19 - 43
Promenade Weave
2 measures - SQQ QQQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN SCP moving DLC - fwd R in SCP, -, strtg LF trn fwd L trng to CP, sd & sltly bk R; bk L in BJO, bk R to CP strtg to trn LF, trn LF sd & fwd L, fwd R DLW in BJO;
LADY SCP moving DLC - fwd L in SCP, -, trn LF sd & sltly R, sd & fwd L; fwd R in BJO outside partner, fwd L to CP strtg to trn LF, trn LF sd R, bk L in BJO DLW;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
LOD
fwd R DLC
nil
HT
down rise EO1
CBMP in SCP
2
Q
LOD
fwd L DLC
sltly LF
T
up
CBM
3
Q
DLC
sd & bk R
LOD
1/4 LF
btw 2 & 3
T
up rt sd ldng, slt left sway
4
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
nil
T
up
CBMP in BJO
5
Q
RLOD
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
T
up
CBM
6
Q
DRW
sd & sltly fwd L
1/8 LF
T
up
ft ptng DLW bdy trns less
7
Q
wall
fwd R DLW
nil
TH
up
lwr EO7 CBMP in BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
COH
fwd L DLC
nil
HT
down, rise EO1
CBMP in SCP
2
Q
COH
sd & bk R
DLC
3/8 LF
btw 1 & 2
T
up
leg strts fwd and trn causes ft to end sd & bk
3
Q
DRW
sd & fwd L
LOD
3/8 LF
btw 2 & 3
T
up left sd ldng
4
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC
nil
T
up
CBMP in BJO
5
Q
LOD
fwd L DLC
sltly LF
T
up
CBM to CP
6
Q
DLC
sd R LOD
1/4 LF
btw 5 & 6
TH
up
leg strts fwd, trn causes ft to end sd
7
Q
COH
bk L DLW
nil
TH
up
lwr EO7 CBMP in BJO
Promenade Weave (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 19 - 44
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Semi-Closed Position moving DLC. [Step 1.] Step forward on the right foot, heel-toe, in semi-closed position and CBMP. [Step 2.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step forward on the left toe. [Step 3.] Continue the left face turn to step side and slightly back on the right toe, with a right shoulder leading. The step is toward LOD and preparing for the next step to be in Banjo. [Step 4.] Step back on the left toe in CBMP and Banjo. [Step 5.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right toe, into Closed Position. [Step 6.] Continuing the left face turn, step side and forward toward DLW on the left toe. The body does not turn as much as the foot. The left shoulder is leading and you are preparing to step outside partner in Banjo. [Step 7.] Step forward on the right toe in CBMP and Banjo, outside partner. Collecting the left leg under the body, lower to the heel to prepare for the next step.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed Position moving DLC. [Step 1.] Step forward on the left foot, heel-toe, in Semi-Closed Position and CBMP. [Step 2.] Start a left face turn into Closed Position and step side and back on the right toe. The leg starts forward and the turn causes the foot to end side and back. [Step 3.] Continue the left face turn to step side and forward on the left toe, with a left shoulder leading, preparing to step outside partner in Banjo. [Step 4.] Step forward on the right toe, in CBMP and Banjo, outside partner. [Step 5] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step forward on the left toe, into Closed Position. [Step 6.] Continuing the left face turn, start the right leg forward. The turning action will cause the right foot to end side on the toe, toward DLW. [Step 7.] Continue turning left face on the right foot to a right shoulder leading and step back on the left toe in CBMP and banjo. Collecting the right leg under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
The man must not turn the lady into Closed Position on step one. Step two for the lady should move in the same direction as step one. The man's second step must be shorter than the lady's. He can encourage her to take an aggressive second step with his body and shorten his own to remain on the inside of her turn. What he must not do is cross his left over his right on step two. This will take the lady out of dance position.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 13 - 31
Quick Open Reverse (from CP) 1 measure - SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 5 MAN
CP DLC - fwd R, -, fwd L strtg LF trn/trng LF sd R, bk L in BJO; LADY
CP bkg DLC - bk L, -, bk R strtg LF trn/trng LF sd & sltly fwd L, fwd R in BJO;
MAN Step # Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd R
nil
H
down
2
Q
DLC
fwd L
sltly LF
HT
down, rise EO2
CBM
3
&
DLC
sd & sltly bk R DLC
1/4 RF
T
up
slight left sway
4
Q
DRC
bk L LOD
nil
TH
up, lwr EO4
CBMP in BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRW
bk L
nil
TH
down
2
Q
DRW
bk R
sltly LF
TH
down, rise EO2 NFR
CBM
3
&
DRW
sd & fwd L
1/4 LF
T
cont to rise
right sway - foot pointed DLW
4
Q
DRW
fwd R LOD
nil
TH
up, lwr EO4
CBMP in BJO outside partner
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position DLC. [Step 1.] Step forward on the right foot, heel flat, with no rise. [Step 2.] Step forward on the left foot using CBM to start a left face turn, heel-toe. [Step 3.] Continuing to turn left face, step side and slightly bk on the right foot, on the toe. [Step 4.] Step back in banjo, LOD, on the left foot, on the toe. As the right leg collects under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next step.
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position moving back DLC. [Step 1.] Step back on the left foot, toe-heel, with no rise. [Step 2.] Step back on the right foot, using CBM to start a left face turn, toe-heel, rising through the body with no foot rise. [Step 3.] Continue the left face turn and step side and forward on the left toe, continuing to rise. [Step 4.] Step forward, LOD, on the right toe, in Banjo outside partner. As the left leg collects under the body, lower
Quick Open Reverse (from CP) (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 13 - 32
to the heel to begin the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
Another way to begin this figure is from Semi-Closed Position (PP).
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 60 - 123
S#7 2003
Reverse Corté 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 4
MAN CP-RLOD - Bk R trn LF, -, tch LF to R BJO-DLW, hold;
LADY CP LOD - Fwd L trn LF, -, small sd R cont trn LF, close L to R BJO-DRC;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk R LOD
comm. LF
TH
CBM
2
Q
DLW
tch L to
R
trn 3/8 LF bet 1 and 2
H then toes
rise
sway right
3
Q
DLW
TH
up, lwr EO3
sway right
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd L LOD
comm. LF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
COH
sd R LOD
1/4 LF
T
up
sway left
3
Q
DRC
cls L to R
1/8 LF
TH
up, lwr EO3
sway left
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed dance position moving to line of dance. [Step 1.] With CBM move back on the right foot toward LOD, toe heel, and commence left face turn. [Step 2.] Continue turning to the left on heels then rise to toes, touch left foot to right. [Step 3.] Hesitate as lady completes the figure to end in BJO ready to move diagonal reverse line of dance and center of the hall.
LADY Start in Closed dance position moving line of dance. [Step 1.] With CBM move forward on the left foot toward LOD, heel toe, commence left face turn. [Step 2.] Continue turning to the left small step side on the right foot toward LOD on toe. [Step 3.] Continuing to turn
Reverse Corté (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 60 - 124
S#7 2003
left, close left foot to right foot in BJO ready to move diagonal reverse line of dance and center of the hall.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure follows with the man’s backward step (lady’s forward) in CBMP. It may commence facing any direction, but is most often used with the alignments shown. The amount of turn may be up to 5/8, in which the next step would move diagonal reverse line of dance and wall. The Reverse Corté is a figure adapted from Waltz, and begins and ends like the Hover Corté. The heel turn for the man on step 2 may also be on the toes.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 23 - 49
Reverse Fallaway and Slip
1 measure - SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP fcng DLC - fwd L start LF trn, -, sd & bk R LOD/bk L DLC SCP-DRW, trn LF bk R COH pivot CP to LOD;
LADY CP fcng DRW - bk R trn body LF, -, bk L/bk R DLC SCP-DRW strtng LF trn, fwd L COH cont LF trn CP to RLOD;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DLC
fwd L DLC
1/4 LF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DRC
sd & bk R
LOD 1/8 LF
T
up
rt shoulder lead
3
&
RLOD
bk L DLC
1/4 LF
TH
lwr EO3
CBMP
4
Q
DW
bk R COH
1/4 LF
THT
CBM, CBMP(L), toe turned in
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DRW
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
TH
rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
wall
sd & bk L
LOD
nil
T up
left shoulder lead
3
&
wall
bk R DLC
1/2 LF
T
lwr EO3
CBM, CBMP
4
Q
COH
fwd L COH
1/4 LF
TH
CBM, CBMP(R)
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping forward on the left foot with a heel lead toward DLC. Start a left face turn using CBM. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step back and to the side, toward LOD, on the right toe. The right shoulder is leading in Fallaway turning to SCP. [Step 3.] Step back on the left toe, toward DLC in CBMP (SCP-DRW). Begin to lower at the end of the step. [Step 4.] Step back on the right toe toward COH with the toe turned in. Pivot left face into Closed Position. Keep the left foot in CBMP during the pivot.
Reverse Fallaway & Slip (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 23 - 50
LADY Start in Closed Position facing DRW. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping back on the right foot with a toe to heel action using CBM. Rise at the end of the step with no foot rise. [Step 2.] Turning left face, step back and side on the left toe in Fallaway with left shoulder lead. [Step 3.] Step back on the right toe toward DLC in CBMP (SCP-DRW). Begin to lower at the end of the step. [Step 4.] Turning left face (body turns less), step forward toward LOD on the left toe. When taking weight allow the right foot to assume CBMP and pivot left face with the man.
GENERAL NOTES
Maintain a good SCP (promenade) on steps 2 and 3. The lady may keep her head to the left on steps 2 and 3, to keep the position more compact if she wishes. The man must leave his left foot forward in CBMP during the pivot for the proper entry into the next figure. The timing for the Reverse Fallaway and Slip can be SQQQ, SQQS, SQQ&, S&QQ or SQ&Q. The SQ&Q timing is most often used in Round Dancing.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 34 - 71
Reverse Fallaway 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP fcng DLC - fwd L starting LF trn, -, sd & bk R LOD, bk L DLC SCP fcng DRW;
LADY CP fcng DRW - bk R trn body LF, -, bk L, bk R DLC SCP fcng DRW;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd L DLC
1/8 LF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
COH
sd & bk R LOD
1/4 LF btw 2 & 3
T
up
right shoulder lead
3
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
1/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH
lwr EO3
CBMP, SCP
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DRW
bk R DLC
1/8 LF
TH
rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
wall
sd & bk L LOD
nil
T
up
left shoulder lead
3
Q
wall
bk R DLC
-
T
lwr EO3
CBMP, SCP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in closed position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping forward with a heel lead toward DLC and starting a left face turn (CBM). Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step back and side, toward LOD, on the right toe into fallaway position with a right shoulder lead. [Step 3.] Step back on the left toe toward DLC in CBMP (SCP-RLOD). Lower at the end of the step.
LADY Start in closed position facing DRW. [Step 1.] Begin by stepping back on the right foot with a toe to heel action and start a left face body turn (CBM). Rise at the end of the step with no foot rise. [Step 2] Step back and side on the left toe into fallaway with a left shoulder lead. [Step 3.] Step back on the right toe toward DLC in CBMP (SCP-RLOD). Lower at the end of the step.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 34 - 72
GENERAL NOTES The lady may keep her head to the left while in the fallaway position (steps 2 and 3) to keep a more compact position. The Reverse Fallaway is often followed by a Slip Pivot (see Reverse Fallaway and Slip).
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 8 - 19
Reverse Turn (including the Feather Finish) 2 measures - SQQ SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP or BJO DLC - fwd L strtg LF trn, -, trng LF sd R, trng LF bk L; bk R cont LF trn, -, trng LF sd & sltly fwd L, fwd R in BJO;
LADY CP or BJO - bk R strtg LF trn, -, L cl to R heel trn, fwd R; fwd L cont LF trn, trng LF sd R, trng LF bk L in BJO;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S DLC fwd L DLC
strt LF
HT
down rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DLC
sd R
1/4 LF btw 1 &
2
T
up
foot starts forward and turn causes it to end side, slight left sway
3
Q
DRC
bk L LOD
1/8 btw 2 & 3
TH
up, lwr EO3
4
S
RLOD
bk R LOD
slight LF
THT
down, rise EO4
CBM, no sway
5
Q
DRW
sd & sltly fwd L DLW
3/8 LF btw 4 &
5
T
up
foot points DLW body turns less
6
Q
wall
fwd R DLW
nil
TH
up, lwr EO6
CBMP in BJO outside partner
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S RLOD bk R DLC
slight LF
TH
down rise EO1 NFR
CBM, left foot starts pulling to Right on heel
2
Q
DRW
L cl to R (heel trn)
3/8 LF btw 1 &
2
HT
cont to rise
turn on right then chg wt to left and rise, slight right sway
3
Q
LOD
fwd R LOD
nil
TH
up, lwr EO3
sway dissolves on lowering action
4
S
LOD
fwd L LOD
slight LF
HT
down, rise EO4
CBM
5
Q
COH
SD R DLC
1/4 LF btw 4 &
5
TH
up
foot starts forward, turn will cause it to end sd
6
Q
DRC
bk L DLW
1/8 btw 5 & 6
TH
up, NFR, lwr EO6
CBMP in BJO partner is outside
Reverse Turn (w/Feather Finish) (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 8 - 20
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position or a Feathered Position (BJO). [Step 1.] Using CBM step forward on the left foot, beginning a left turn, heel-toe. As weight moves onto the toe, rise to bring the lady's feet together for her heel turn. [Step 2.] Continuing to turn to the left, swing the right leg forward. The turn will cause the foot to end side, on the toe. A slight sway to the left will aid the turn. [Step 3.] Continue the left face turn to step bk, LOD, on the left foot, toe-heel. Lower to the heel as the right leg begins to collect under the body. The sway dissolves as you lower. [Step 4.] Using CBM to continue the left face turn, step back down LOD on the right foot, toe-heel-toe. The turning action to the left will continue on the right foot as the left foot collects under the body. This is when a rise to the toe will occur. [Step 5.] Point the left foot to DLW and take weight on the toe. The body turns less, only to the wall. [Step 6.] Step forward outside partner, in banjo, on the toe. The body stays facing the wall even though the figure is moving DLW. Collecting the right foot under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next figure.
LADY
Start in Closed Dance Position or a Feathered Position (BJO). [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a left face turn, step back on the right foot toe-heel. As the man begins to rise, pull the left foot toward the right foot on the heel. Start to rise through the body with no foot rise. [Step 2.] Close the left foot to the right foot while continuing to turn left face on the right foot. When facing LOD, change weight to the left foot and rise to the toe. [Step 3.] Step forward on the right foot, toe-heel, LOD. Lower to the heel as the left leg collects under the body to begin the next step. [Step 4.] Using CBM to continue the left face turn, step forward on the left foot, heel-toe. Rise as weight moves onto the toe. [Step 5.] Continuing the left face turn, start the right foot forward. The turning will cause the foot to end side, up on the toe. [Step 6.] Continue the left face turn and step back, DLW, in CBMP and BJO on the toe. As the right leg collects under the body, lower to the heel to begin the next figure. The body turns less than the feet on this step.
GENERAL NOTES
Given the alignment in the above chart, the first two steps, for the man, move DLC. The second two steps move LOD. The last two steps move DLW. Steps 4 - 6 - Feather Finish A Feather Finish is often danced as a separate figure, without step 1, 2 and 3. Sway always helps a turn, however; the Foxtrot is a moving dance and too much sway hinders movement. If a Top Spin is to follow the Reverse Turn or Feather Finish then there will be no lowering action on step 6.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig – 24 - 51
Reverse Wave 2 measures - SQQ SQQ Level of Difficulty 4
Man Start in BJO fcng LOD - fwd L trn LF, -, sd R cont trn, bk L; bk R trn LF, -, bk L, bk R;
Lady Start in BJO fcng RLOD - bk R trn LF, -, cl L to R for heel trn, fwd R; fwd L trn LF, -, fwd R, fwd L;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd L LOD
1/8 LF
HT
rise EO1
CBM
2
Q
DLW
sd R LOD
1/4 LF btw 1 & 2
T
up
left sway
3
Q
DRC
bk L DLW
nil
TH
lwr EO3
CBM, left sway
4
S
DRC
bk R DLW
1/8 LF
TH
5
Q
RLOD
bk L RLOD
nil
T
rise EO5
right sway
6
Q
RLOD
bk R RLOD
nil
TH
lwr EO6
right sway
Lady
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk R LOD
1/4 LF
TH
rise EO1 NFR
CBM
2
Q
Wall
cl L to R
1/8 LF
HT
up
right sway, heel turn
3
Q
DLW
fwd R DLW
nil
TH
lwr EO3
right sway
4
S
DLW
fwd L DLW
1/8 LF
H
CBM
5
Q
LOD
fwd R LOD
nil
HT
rise EO5
left sway
6
Q
LOD
fwd L LOD
nil
TH
lwr EO6
left sway
Reverse Wave (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 24 - 52
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in banjo position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Step forward on the left foot, using a heel lead, starting to turn left face (CBM). [Step 2.] Continuing the left face turn, step to the side on the right toe. Use sway to the left. [Step 3.] Step back on the left toe, lowering to heel at the end of step. [Step 4.] Step back on the right foot, toe/heel, starting a slight left face turn to face RLOD. [Step 5.] Step back on the left toe, using right sway. [Step 6.] Step back on the right foot, toe/heel and continue the right sway. Begin to lower at the end of the step.
LADY Start in banjo position facing RLOD. [Step 1.] Step back on the right foot beginning a left face turn (CBM). [Step 2.] Pull the left heel to the right heel and turn left face on the right foot (heel turn). When the turn is completed, change weight to the left foot and rise to the toe. Use sway to the right. [Step 3.] Step forward on the right foot, toe/heel, maintaining the right sway. Begin to lower on the end of the step. [Step 4.] Step forward on the left foot with heel lead and turn left face (CBM). [Step 5.] Step forward on the right foot with heel lead and rise to the toe at the end of the step. Use sway to the left. [Step 6.] Step forward on the left toe and lower to the heel at the end of step.
GENERAL NOTES This figure consists of the first three steps of a reverse turn, and a backing three step in which the steps for the man and lady are approximately the opposite of a normal three step. The man should be careful not to let his weight or poise fall back during the backing part of the figure. The normal amount of turn for the figure is 1/2, as shown above, however, a 5/8 turn is also used.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 58 - 119
S#7 2003
Right Turning Lock
1 measure – Q&QS Level of Difficulty 7
MAN
CP RLOD - Bk R trn RF/cross LIFR cont RF trn, fwd & sd R trn SCP-DLC, fwd & sd L SCP-DLC, -;
LADY
CP LOD - Fwd L trn RF/cross RIBL cont RF trn, bk & sd L trn SCP-DLC, fwd & sd R SCP-DLC, -;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
Q
RLOD
bk R LOD
1/8 RF
T
down
right sd leading, sway left
2
&
DRC
XLIF of R
1/4 RF
T
down
sway left
3
Q
DLC
fwd & sd R DLC
1/8 RF
HT
rise EO3
brush L to R
4
S
LOD
fwd & sd
L
TH
up, lwr EO4
SCP
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
Q
LOD
fwd L LOD
1/8 RF
HT
down
Left side leading, sway right
2
&
DLW
XRIB of L
1/4 RF
T
down
Sway right
3
Q
DRW
Bk & sd L LOD
3/8 RF
T
rise EO3
brush L to R
4
S
COH
fwd & sd
R
TH
up, lwr EO4
SCP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed dance position reverse line of dance, moving toward line of dance. [Step 1.] Step back right with right side leading and sway left on the toe. Turn right face one-eighth. [Step 2.] Cross left in front of right continuing to sway to the left and continuing to turn right face. [Step 3.] Step forward and side right between lady’s feet. Continue right turn to Semi-Closed Position ready to move diagonal line of dance and center of hall. Rise at the end of the step and brush left to right. [Step 4.] Step forward and side left toward diagonal line of dance and center of hall in Semi-Closed Position. Lower at the end of the step.
Right Turning Lock (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 58 - 120
S#7 2003
LADY
Start in Closed dance position face line of dance and moving toward line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward left with left side leading and right sway heel to toe. Turn right face one-eighth. [Step 2.] Cross right in back of left continuing to sway to the right and continuing to turn right face. [Step 3.] Step back and side right toward line of dance. Continue right turn to Semi-Closed Position ready to move diagonal line of dance and center of hall. Rise at the end of the step and brush right to left. [Step 4.] Step forward and side right toward diagonal line of dance and center of hall in semi-closed position. Lower at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES
This is an advanced variation of the Left Turning Lock. Dance well into the knees on steps 1 through 3 progressing toward line of dance before rising at the end of step 3.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 56 - 115
S#7 2003
Ripple Chassé
1 measure – SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 5
MAN
SCP LOD - Thru R, -, fwd & sd L sway rt/cls R to L, fwd & sd L remove sway;
LADY
SCP LOD - Thru L, -, fwd & sd R sway lft/cls L to R, fwd & sd R remove sway;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd R LOD
HT
rise EO1
CBMP with slight CBM
2
Q
DLW
fwd & sd L LOD
IE of T
up
sway right
3
&
DLW
cls R to L
T
up
sway right
4
Q
DLW
fwd & sd L LOD
IE of TH
up, lwr EO4
remove sway
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLC
fwd L LOD
HT
rise EO1
CBMP with slight CBM
2
Q
DLC
fwd & sd R LOD
IE of T
up
sway left
3
&
DLC
cls L to R
T
up
sway left
4
Q
DLC
fwd & sd R LOD
IE of TH
up, lwr EO4
remove sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Semi-Closed dance position moving toward line of dance. [Step 1.] Step through with right foot toward line of dance with heel lead. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step forward and side with inside edge of left toe commence sway to the right and turn head to the right. [Step 3.] Close right foot to left foot while maintaining right sway. [Step 4.] Step forward and side with inside edge of left toe removing sway and turning head to left in Semi-Closed Position. Lower to heel at end of the step.
Ripple Chassé (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 56 - 116
S#7 2003
LADY
Start in Semi-Closed dance position moving toward line of dance. [Step 1.] Step through with left foot toward line of dance with heel lead. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step forward and side with inside edge of right toe commence sway to the left and turn head to the left. [Step 3.] Close left foot to right foot while maintaining left sway. [Step 4.] Step forward and side with inside edge of right toe removing sway and turning head to right in Semi-Closed Position. Lower to heel at end of step.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure is adapted from Waltz, and is a variation of the SCP Chassé. It may commence facing any direction. Maintain compact Semi-Closed Position throughout. Move gradually into and out of the sway in steps 2 and 3.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 66 - 135 S#7 2003
Rudolph Ronde Slip
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP facing LOD – Fwd R relax R knee, -, rec bk L, slip bk R;
LADY CP facing RLOD - Bk L trn RF Ronde R clockwise, -, bk R, trn LF and step fwd L;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd R LOD
RF 1/8
HF
down
2
Q
DLW
bk L RLOD under body
T
down
rise EO2
SCP
3
Q
DLC
bk R
LF 3/8
TH
up
lwr EO3
slip pivot to CP
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk L LOD
RF 3/8
T
wide Ronde R clockwise
2
Q
DLC
bk L RLOD under body
T
down
rise EO2
SCP
3
Q
DRW
fwd R
LF ½
TH
up
lwr EO3
slip pivot to CP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Dance Position facing line of dance. - [Step 1.] Step forward on right foot between lady’s feet and relax right knee, heel flat. Turn body right face during lady’s Ronde to end in Semi-Closed Position line of dance while keeping left foot in position. [Step 2.] Step back on left foot well under the body moving to reverse line of dance and rising at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Small step backward on right foot and rotating body left face to end in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal line of dance and center of the hall. Lower at end of the step.
LADY Start in Closed Dance Position facing reverse line of dance. - [Step 1.] Step back onto left toe, relax left knee and Ronde right foot clockwise in a wide arc with the toe pointed to end in Semi-Closed Position line of dance. [Step 2.] Step back on right foot well under the body moving to reverse line of dance and rising at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Turn left face and step forward toward reverse line of dance into Closed Dance Position. Continue left face
Rudolph Ronde Slip (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 66 - 136 S#7 2003
rotation to end facing diagonal reverse line of dance and wall. Lower at end the step.
GENERAL NOTES
The Rudolph Ronde requires good balance to execute. It is critical that the man soften his right knee during the first step and maintain an upright position. An entry from a pivoting action makes this action even more critical because of the power that can be generated in the pivot. Keep hips toward partner. The lady’s Ronde foot may be on or near the floor, or the foot may be well off of the ground. The characteristics of this figure are similar to the Fallaway Ronde Slip.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 75 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Rumba Cross
1 measure – Q&QS
MAN
CP DLW - Fwd L with L sd lead/XRIB of L with R sway comm RF trn, remove sway sd & bk L pivot RF, fwd & sd R CP-DLW;
LADY
CP DLW - Bk R with R sd lead/XLIF of R with L sway comm RF trn, remove sway fwd R pivot RF, bk L CP;
MAN - Starting CP fcg DLW - Ending CP DLW
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 Q DLW fwd L DLW
1/4 RF HT L side lead
2 & DRW XRIB of L
1/4 RF T rise EO2
sway right in CBMP
3 Q DRC sd & bk L
1/2 RF T up neutralize sway; pivot
4 S DLW fwd R DLW
nil TH up, lwr EO4
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 Q DRC bk R DLW
1/4 RF T
R side lead
2 & DLC XLIF of R
1/4 RF T rise EO2
sway left in CBMP
3 Q DLW Fwd R DLW
1/2 RF HT up neutralize sway; pivot
4 S DRC Bk L nil TH up, lwr EO4
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed Dance Position facing and moving toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] With left side leading, step forward with left foot toward diagonal wall and line of dance with heel lead. [Step 2.] Cross right in back of left on balls of feet well into knees, and commence sway to the right while turning right face to face diagonal wall and reverse line of dance. [Step 3.] Continue turning right face and step back and side left. Commence
Rumba Cross (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 75 - 2
S#8 - 2004
pivot right face. [Step 4.] Step forward right completing pivot to face diagonal wall and line of dance. Lower to heel at end of the step.
LADY
Start in Closed Dance Position facing diagonal center and reverse line of dance moving toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] With right side leading, step backward with right foot toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 2.] Cross left in front of right on balls of feet well into knees, and commence sway to the left while turning right face to face diagonal center and line of dance. [Step 3.] Continue turning right face and step forward right. Commence pivot right face. [Step 4.] Step back left completing pivot to face diagonal center and reverse line of dance. Lower to heel at end of step.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure as presented is a Rumba Cross and Pivot. The Rumba Cross portion may be used separately with a small step side in place of the pivoting action. Timing in that case would be QQS. Facing directions commonly used begin as shown (diagonal wall and line of dance) or diagonal center and line of dance, although other alignments are possible. This figure is more easily executed and better expresses the flavor of Foxtrot if it progresses along the line of direction for each step. The crossing action should be loose and near the knees rather than near the ankles.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 42 - 87
Running Open Natural Turn
1 measure - SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 5
MAN SCP LOD -Thru R strtg RF trn, -, sd & bk L/bk R BJO with rt sd lead fc DRW, bk L BJO;
LADY SCP LOD - Thru L strtg RF trn, -, fwd R cont trn/fwd L with lft sd lead, fwd R BJO fc DLC;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
Thru R DLC
sltly RF
HT
up EO1
CBMP
2
Q
WALL
sd & bk L DLC
1/4 RF
T
up
3
&
DRW
bk R DLC
1/8 RF
T
up
rt sd lead
4
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
1/8 RF
TH
lwr EO3
CBMP
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRC
Thru L DLC
-
HT
up EO1
CBMP
2
Q
COH
fwd R DLC
1/8 RF
T
up
trn head lft in CP
3
&
DLC
fwd L DLC
1/8 RF
T
up
4
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC
1/8 RF
TH
lwr EO3
CBMP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in semi-closed position facing LOD. [Step 1.] With the left side leading step forward on the right foot heel lead toward DLC, rising to the toe and beginning a right face turn. [Step 2.] Step side and back on the left toe DLC blending to closed position. [Step 3.] Continue right face turn and step back on the right toe. [Step 4.] Step back on the left toe DLC lowering to the heel leading the lady to step forward in BJO.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 42 - 88
LADY Start in semi-closed position facing DRC. [Step 1.] With the right side leading, step forward toward DLC on the heel of the left foot, rising to the toe of the left foot. [Step 2.] Step forward toward DLC on the toe of the right foot. [Step 3.] Turn the body right face and the head to the left in closed position, and then step forward on the toe of the left foot. [Step 4.] With a slight left side lead, step forward toward DLC outside man on the toe of the right foot, lowering to the heel of the right foot.
GENERAL NOTES When dancing the figure from semi-closed position the man must keep his right side stretched and his right elbow up and extended to allow the Lady adequate space to dance.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 43 - 89
Running Spin Turn 1 measure - SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 6
MAN CP RLOD - bk L LOD pvtng RF ,-, fwd R LOD cont trn/sd & bk L DLC, bk R DLC with rt sd lead;
LADY CP LOD - fwd R pvtng RF ,-, bk L LOD cont trn/sd & fwd R DLC, fwd L DLC with lft sd lead;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk L LOD
1/2 RF
TH
NFR
CBM pvtng
2
Q
LOD
fwd R LOD
1/4 RF
HT
UP EO2
CBM, accelerate trn on R ft
3
&
WALL
sd & bk L
DLC 1/8 RF
T
UP
sml stp
4
Q
DRW
bk R DLC
-
TH
lower EO3
rt sd lead, almost fcng RLOD
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Foot work
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd R LOD
1/2 RF
HT
NFR
CBM pvtng
2
Q
RLOD
bk L LOD
1/4 RF
THT
rise EO2
CBM accelerate rotation
3
&
COH
sd & fwd R
DLC 1/8 RF
T
up
4
Q
DLC
fwd L DLC
-
TH
lower EO3
lft sd lead, almost fcng LOD
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in closed position facing RLOD. [Step 1.] Turning the body right face step back on the left foot toe to heel LOD, pivoting right face to face LOD. [Step 2.] Step forward with the heel of the right foot LOD rising to the toe with an accelerated right face turn to face the wall and slightly DRW. [Step 3.] Step side and back on the toe of the left foot, continuing the right face turn. [Step 4.] With a right shoulder lead and facing almost RLOD, step back on the toe of the right foot lower to the heel of the right foot leading Lady to step forward to BJO.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 43 - 90
LADY Start in closed position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Turning the body right face step forward on the heel of the right foot LOD pivoting right face to face RLOD. [Step 2.] Step back on the toe of the left foot lowering to the heel and accelerating the right face turn rising to the left toe. [Step 3.] Step side and back on the toe of the right foot DLC. [Step 4.] Facing almost LOD step forward on the toe of the left foot lowering to the heel preparing to step forward outside the man in BJO.
GENERAL NOTES Accelerating the body rotation on steps 2 and 3 gives the figure a sharp and flowing feeling and allowing ample time to step back on the right foot collecting the weight as the man lowers to the heel.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 53 - 1 S#6 2002
Same Foot Lunge 1 measure - SQQ
MAN CP fcg COH R ft free - Sd R LOD, -, relax R knee look R and stretch L side, trn hips R stretch R side and look L;
LADY SCP fcg DRW feet slightly apart, R ft free - XRIB under body, -, stretch R side turn head to L, stretch L side turn head to R;
MAN Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S COH sd & sltly fwd R
- IE to F lwr on L
w/slt L sway lwr on 1, to xtnd R leg otsd W’s L, xfr wt to R on 2 w/soft knee
2 Q COH - - F - Stretch L sd look R
3 Q COH - Slt RF F - rotate hips sltly RF w/R sd stretch, look L
LADY Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DRW XRIB - T to B lwr on L
w/slt R sway lwr on 1, to cross R leg undr bdy in CBMP, xfr wt to R on 2 w/soft knee, head R
2 Q DRW - - F - Stretch R sd look L
3 Q DRW - Slt RF F - Stretch L sd look R
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION MAN Start in closed position facing COH with right foot free. [Step 1.] Lower into left leg swaying slightly to the left allow right foot to extend side and forward on the inside edge of foot pointing DLC then transfer weight to the right foot with soft knee keeping head to left. [Step 2.] Stretch left side and change head to right. [Step 3.] Rotate hips and upper body slightly to the right, stretch right side and change head to look left.
LADY Start in promenade position facing DRW with weight on left foot and feet slightly apart. [Step 1.] Lower into left leg swaying slightly to the right as extend right toe back R under body into CBMP then transfer weight to the ball of the right foot with soft knee keeping head
Same Foot Lunge (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 53 - 2 S#6 2002
to right. [Step 2.] Stretch right side and turn head to left. [Step 3.] Rotate hips and upper body slightly to the right. Stretch left side and change head to right.
GENERAL NOTES The same foot lunge is danced in a somewhat unusual position. The man dances in closed position while the lady is in SCP with the outside of her left thigh against the inside of the man’s right thigh. This position in generally achieved by a preparation figure or step in which the lady stepped to side on her left foot, whereas the man did not take a normal right foot step but “blocks” the lady’s left leg with his right by extending it slightly forward. Facing directions and timings vary.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 73 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Slow Side Lock
1 measure – SQQ
MAN
SCP DLC - Fwd R, -, fwd L comm LF trn, cross RIB of L CP-DLC;
LADY
SCP DLC - Fwd L, -, fwd R comm LF trn, cross LIF of R cont trn CP;
MAN - Starting SCP fcg LOD - Ending CP DLC
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S LOD fwd R DLC
HT rise EO1
2 Q DLC fwd L 1/4 LF T
3 Q DLC XRIB of L
TH up, lwr EO3
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S COH fwd L DLC
HT rise EO1
2 Q COH fwd R 1/4 LF T
3 Q RLOD XLIF of R
1/8 LF TH up, lwr EO3
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing line of dance and moving toward diagonal center and line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward right toward diagonal center and line of dance with heel lead. Rise at end of step. [Step 2.] Step forward left toward diagonal center and line of dance. Rotate left face ¼ as woman folds in front of man. [Step 3.] Cross right behind left to Closed Position diagonal center and line of dance. Lower at the end of the step.
Slow Side Lock (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 73 - 2
S#8 - 2004
LADY
Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing center and moving diagonal center and line of dance. [Step 1.] Forward left toward diagonal center and line of dance. Rise at end of step. [Step 2.] Step forward right toward diagonal center and line of dance. Rotate left face 1/4 folding in front of man. [Step 3.] Cross left in front of right continue left face rotation to Closed Position face diagonal wall and reverse line of dance.
GENERAL NOTES
This is a useful figure to blend from Semi-Closed Position to Closed Position and is used in both Waltz and Foxtrot. As written, on the third step the man crosses the right foot behind the left, but he may simply close his right to his left. This figure is also called Rising Lock and Pickup Lock. The figure may also be danced Closed of BJO Position facing RLOD.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 45 - 93 S#6 2002
Spin and Twist 2 measures - SQQ &QQS Level of Difficulty 5
MAN CP fcg RLOD - bk L trng RF 1/2, -, fwd R twd LOD trng RF 1/2, side L twd WL/XRIB of L; twist RF on both feet to fc LOD, rise taking wgt on R with slt RF turn, sd & fwd L twd DLC in SCP, -;
LADY CP fcg LOD - fwd R trng RF 1/2, -, bk & sltly sd L, cl R to L/fwd L arnd M; fwd R arnd M, fwd L rising and brushing R to L and trng to fc COH in SCP, sd & fwd R twd DLC in SCP, -;
MAN Step
#
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S RLOD bk L toe turned in
1/2 RF THT - CBM starting RF pivot
2 Q LOD fwd R 1/2 RF HT - CBM, strong RF pivot arnd woman
3 Q RLOD sd L WL 1/8 RF TF lwr sltly
4 & DRC XRIB of L & sltly bk
1/8 RF T of R split wgt
down begin RF twist turn on ball of R, heel of L, with slight R sway
5 Q COH twist RF both feet
1/4 RF T of R, H of L
- continue turn losing sway
6 Q LOD xfr Wt to R Slt RF T rise change to slight L sway, transfer wt to R, rising slightly, trn lady to SCP
7 S LOD sd & fwd L DLC
- TF lwr EO7
no Sway
LADY Step
#
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S LOD fwd R 1/2 RF HT - CBM pivoting RF
2 Q RLOD bk L 1/2 RF T - CBM
3 Q LOD cl R to L 1/8 RF heel turn
- straighten legs but do not lock knees
4 & DLW fwd L 1/8 RF T -
5 Q WL fwd R 1/4 RF T -
6 Q RLOD fwd L brushing
1/4 RF T rise open Head
7 S COH sd & fwd R twd DLC
- TF lower EO7
Spin & Twist (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 45 - 94 S#6 2002
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION MAN Start in Closed Position facing RLOD. [Step 1.] Turning the body right face step back toward LOD with the left foot, toe turned in, pivoting RF to LOD. Although the footwork is THT the heel is in contact with the floor during the actual turn. [Step 2.] Step forward LOD with a right heel lead, pivoting right face and rising to the toe. Finish facing RLOD. [Step 3.] Step side toward the wall on the left foot, toe/flat, with a slight left sway, leading lady to close her feet. [Step 4.] Cross the right foot behind the left and slightly back with right sway. [Step 5.] Losing sway rotate RF on the ball of the right foot and heel of the left. [Step 6.] Take full weight on right foot and hover allowing lady to brush. Turn right slightly to open lady to SCP and stretch right side. [Step 7.] Step side and forward in SCP to DLC lowering at the end of the step.
LADY
Start in Closed Position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Turning the body right face, step forward toward LOD with a right heel lead, rise to the toe and pivot to face RLOD. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face pivot step back left toward LOD, toe to heel. [Step 3.] Close the right foot to the left for a heel turn. [Step 4.] Step forward on the toe of the left foot moving clockwise around the man. [Step 5.] Step forward on the toe of the right foot moving clockwise around the man. [Step 6.] Continue forward around the man on the toe of the left foot rising slightly, brushing right to left and turning to SCP. [Step 7.] Step side and forward toward DLC in SCP lowering slightly at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES This figure could also be danced with the timing SQQ&SQQ.
International Foxtrot
FT - fig 44 - 91
Spin Turn
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 3
MAN CP facing RLOD - bk L pivoting RF,-, trng RF fwd R, sd & slightly bk L ;
LADY CP facing LOD - fwd R pivoting RF,-, trng RF bk & slightly sd L, brush R to L then sd & slightly fwd;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk L
1/2 RF
THT
down
pivoting with R foot in CBMP
2
Q
LOD
fwd R
1/4 RF
HT
down rise EO2
3
Q
WALL
sd &
slightly bk L
1/8 RF
TH
up lower EO3
a small step end fcg DRW
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd R
1/2 RF
HT
down
pivoting with L foot in CBMP
2
Q
RLOD
bk L
1/4 RF
T
rise EO2
take wgt then rise brushing R to L
3
Q
COH
sd &
slightly fwd R
1/8 RF
TH
lower EO3
end fcg DLC
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION:
MAN Start in CP facing RLOD [Step 1.] Using strong CBM, step back on left foot with a right face pivoting action. Keep right foot in a forward position. [Step 2.] After pivoting 1/2 step forward on the heel of right foot then rise to toe continue right face spin. [Step 3.] Step side and slightly back on the toe of left foot this should be a small step, then lower to the heel. LADY Start in CP position facing LOD. [Step 1.] Forward on right foot with a right face pivoting action keep left foot in back position. [Step 2.] Step back on toe of left foot rising and pivoting right face brush right foot to left foot. [Step 3.] Continue right face pivot, step side and forward on right foot, this is a small step
International Foxtrot
FT - fig 44 - 92
GENERAL NOTES The Spin Turn usually starts in Close Position man facing RLOD and ends in Close Position man facing DW. The amount of turn may vary depending on the choreographer. The Spin Turn can be Aunder turned@ with man ending facing LOD or Aoverturned@ with man ending facing DRW.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 65 - 133 S#7 2003
Telefeather 2 measures - SQQ &QQQQ Level of Difficulty 8
MAN CP DLC - Fwd L DLC trng LF, -, sd R twd DLC cont LF turn, sd & bk LOD in momentary SCAR; begin LF spin on L, sd R DLC cont trn, sd & fwd L DLW, fwd R BJO-DLW;
LADY CP DRW - Bk R DLC trng LF, -, (Heel Turn on R) cl L to R, sd & fwd R LOD in momentary SCAR/ fwd L LOD trng LF; fwd & sd R DLC, cl L to R cont trn, sd & bk R DLW, bk L BJO;
MAN Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DLC fwd L slt LF HT - CBM
2 Q DLC sd R DLC
1/4 LF T - slt L sway
3 Q DRW sd & bk L LOD
3/8 LF T - momentary SCAR, ptng twd LOD, delay weight transfer
4 & WL spin LF on L
1/4 LF T - keep weight on L trng lady LF, nearly CP
5 Q LOD Cont spin
3/8 LF T - cont spin in CP to end fcg near DRC
6 Q DRC Sd R DLC
3/8 LF T slt rise
step sd on ball, rise sltly hovering
7 Q wall Sd & fwd L DLW
T
8 Q wall Fwd R DLW
TH Lwr EO8
CBMP BJO
LADY Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DRW bk R DLC
slight LF TH - CBM
2 Q DRW cl L to R ¼ LF HT - heel trn then rise to L toe
3 Q LOD sd & fwd R LOD
3/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH - momentary SCAR
4 & Near COH
fwd L LOD
3/8 LF btw 3 & 4
HT - Rise trng LF, head well left
5 Q DRC fwd & sd R DLC
3/8 LF T -
Telefeather (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 65 - 134 S#7 2003
6 Q DLW cl L to R 3/8 LF T slt rise
7 Q COH Sd & bk R DLW
TH
8 Q COH Bk L DLW
TH lower EO8
CBMP BJO
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION MAN Start in Closed Position facing diagonal line of dance and center of hall. [Step 1.] Turning the body left face (CBM), step forward on the left foot with a heel lead, rising quickly to the toe. [Step 2.] Continue to turn left as step to the side toward diagonal line of dance and center of the hall on the ball of the right foot with a slight left sway. [Step 3.] Continue turning as step to the side and back on ball of left foot (partial weight), body facing the wall, neutralize the sway while turning the lady to sidecar position. [Step 4.] Lower into the foot starting a left face spin, as lead lady to step forward. [Step 5.] Continue the spin in Closed Position on the left foot to face nearly DRC. [Step 6.] Step to the side on the ball of the right foot toward DLC continue left face turn, then rise with slight hover action. [Step 7.] Forward and side left toward diagonal line of dance and wall. [Step 8.] Forward right toward diagonal line of dance and wall in Banjo. Lower at the end of the step.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing diagonal reverse line of dance and wall. [Step 1.] Turning the body left face (CBM), step back on the right foot toward diagonal line of dance and center of the hall, toe to heel. [Step 2.] Continue the turn as close the left foot to right (no weight), heel turn on the right foot and then transfer weight to left foot rising to the toe at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Step side and forward toward LOD on the right toe in Sidecar Position, with a strong right side lead. [Step 4.] Turning left face (CBM), step forward on the left foot, heel to toe. [Step 5.] Continue turning left face on toe of right foot to face nearly DLW. [Step 6.] Close left foot to right on the toes and continue left face turn. [Step 7.] Step back and side right toward diagonal line of dance and wall. [Step 8.] Step back left toward diagonal line of dance and wall in Banjo. Lower at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES This figure is a variant of the Telespin with an extra step forward in Banjo.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 46 - 95 S#6 2002
Telespin 2 measures - SQQ &QQS Level of Difficulty 7
MAN CP DLC - Fwd L DLC trng LF, -,sd R twd DLC cont LF turn, sd & bk LOD in SCP; begin LF spin on L, sd R DLC to CP facing wall, sd & fwd L twd DLW in BJO,-;
LADY CP DRW - Bk R DLC trng LF,-,(Heel Turn on R) cl L to R, sd & fwd R LOD in SCP/ fwd L LOD trng LF; fwd & sd R DLC, trng LF cl L to R in CP, bk R DLW in BJO,-;
MAN Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DLC fwd L slt LF HT - CBM
2 Q DLC sd R DLC
1/4 LF T - slt L sway
3 Q DRC sd & bk L LOD
3/8 LF B - pointing twd LOD
4 & WL spin LF on L
1/4 LF B - keep weight on L trng lady LF, nearly CP
5 Q LOD cont spin 3/8 LF B - cont spin in CP to end fcg near DRC
6 Q DRC sd R DLC
3/8 LF B slt rise step sd on ball, rise sltly hovering – cont trn
7 S WL sd & fwd L DLW
- TH lwr EO7
CBM preparing to step otsd partner in BJO
LADY Step
#
Timing Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DRW bk R DLC
slight LF TH - CBM
2 Q DRW cl L to R 1/4 LF HT - heel trn then rise to L toe
3 Q DLW sd & fwd R LOD
3/8 LF btw 2 & 3
TH - SCP
4 & near COH fwd L LOD
3/8 LF btw 2 & 3
HT - rise trng LF, head well left
5 Q fwd & sd R DLC
3/8 LF T - -
6 Q DRW cl L to R 5/8 LF btw 6 & 7
T slt rise toe turn
7 S COH EO7 bk R DLW
- TH lower EO7
R sd leading in BJO
Telespin (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 46 - 96 S#6 2002
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION MAN Start in closed position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Turning the body left face (CBM), step forward on the left foot with a heel lead, rising quickly to the toe. [Step 2.] Continue to turn left as step to the side toward DLC on the ball of the right foot with a slight left sway. [Step 3.] Continue turning as step to the side and back on ball of left foot (partial weight), body facing the wall, correct the sway while turning the lady to semi-closed position. [Step 4.] Lower into the foot starting a left face spin, as lead lady to step forward. [Step 5.] Continue the spin in closed position on the left foot to face nearly DRC. [Step 6.] Step to the side on the ball of the right foot toward DLC in closed position, then rise with slight hover action continuing to turn to the left. [Step 7.] Finishing the left turn as step side and forward on the left toe toward DLW turning the lady to BJO position. Lower the heel at the end of the step.
LADY Start in closed position facing DRW. [Step 1.] Turning the body left face (CBM), step back on the right foot toward DLC, toe to heel. [Step 2.] Continue the turn as close the left foot to right (no weight), heel turn on the right foot and then transfer weight to left foot rising to the toe at the end of the step. [Step 3.] Step side and forward toward LOD on the right toe toward DLC, dancing counter clockwise to closed position, with a strong right side lead. [Step 4.] Turning left face (CBM), step forward on the left foot, heel to toe. [Step 5.] Continue turning left face on toe of right foot to face nearly DRW. [Step 6.] Close the left foot to the right on the toes. [Step 7.] Finish the left face turn as you step side and back on right toe foot toward DLW with the right side leading in BJO. Lower to the heel at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES This figure may also be danced with the timing SQQ&SQQ. It may also be ended in SCP or CP as follows: To end in SCP, the man uses less upper body turn between steps six and seven to maintain the lady in semi-closed position. To end in CP (man normally backing toward LOD), the man steps back on the left foot on step seven, generally with a delayed weight change.
International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 50 - 103 S#6 2002
Three Fallaways (with Feather End) 3 measures - QQQQ QQQQ QQQQ Level of Difficulty 6 MAN CP fcg DLC - Fwd L, sd R DLC, XLIB sway L, bk R DLC; sd L LOD, XRIB sway R, fwd L LOD, sd R LOD; XLIB sway L, bk R LOD, sd & fwd L DLW, fwd R in CBJO lowering;
LADY CP fcg DRW - Bk R, sd L DLC, XRIB & open head, sd & fwd L DLC & close head; sd R LOD, XLIB, bk R DLC, sd L LOD; XRIB & open head, fwd L LOD & close head, sd & bk R DLW, bk L DLW;
MAN Step #
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise & Fall
Technique
1 Q DLC fwd L DLC 1/8 LF HT Rise CBM
2 Q COH sd R DLC 1/8 LF T up begin L sway
3 Q DRC XLIB 1/8 LF T up CBMP -retain L sway
4 Q RLOD bk R DLC 1/8 LF T up CBM - no sway
5 Q DRW sd L LOD - T up begin R sway
6 Q “ XRIB - T up CBMP - retain R sway
7 Q “ fwd L LOD 3/8 LF T up CBM - no sway
8 Q LOD sd R LOD 3/8 LF T up begin L sway
9 Q DRC XLIB - T up CBMP - retain L sway
10 Q ” bk R LOD 1/4 LF T up CBM - no sway
11 Q DRW sd & fwd L DLW
1/8 LF T up foot pts DLW - body turns less - R sway
12 Q WL fwd R DLW - TH lwr end of 12
CBMP - retain R sway
LADY Step #
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise & Fall
Technique
1 Q DRW bk R DLC 1/8 LF T Rise CBM
2 Q WL sd L DLC 1/8 LF T up
3 Q DLW XRIB - T up CBMP - open head
4 Q “ sd & fwd L DLC
1/4 LF T up CBM- close head between 4 & 5
5 Q DLC sd R LOD 1/4 LF T up -
6 Q DRC XLIB - T up CBMP
7 Q “ bk R LOD 1/8 LF T up -
8 Q RLOD sd L LOD 1/4 LF T up -
9 Q DRW XRIB - T up CBMP - open head
Three Fallaways (continued) International Foxtrot
FT – Fig 50 - 104 S#6 2002
10 Q “ fwd L LOD 3/8 LF T up CBM - close head between 10 & 11
11 Q DLC sd & bk R DLW
1/8 LF T up -
12 Q COH bk L DLW - TH lwr end of 12
CBMP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Closed Position facing DLC. [Step 1.] Step forward left toward DLC using CBM, heel to toe, commence to turn left face. [Step 2.] Step side right toward DLC with slight left sway as continue turning left face. [Step 3.] Cross left in back of right in CBMP, backing toward DLC. [Step 4.] Step back right toward DLC using CBM with no sway while turning left face. [Step 5.] Step side left toward LOD beginning to sway right. [Step 6.] Cross right in back of left in CBMP with slight right sway, backing toward LOD. [Step 7.] Turning 3/8 left face step forward left toward LOD using CBM but no sway. [Step 8.] Continue turn as step side right toward LOD beginning to sway left. [Step 9.] Cross left in back in CBMP with slight left sway backing toward LOD. [Step 10.] Step back right toward LOD using CBM but no sway turning left face. [Step 11.] Step side and forward left toward DLW with slight right sway. The left foot points toward DLW but the body turns less and finishes the turn on the next step. [Step 12.] Step forward right outside partner toward DLW with slight right sway and lower to the heel. The body now completes the turn started on step 11.
LADY Start in Closed Position facing DRW. [Step 1.] Step back right toward DLC using CBM turning left face. Rise during this step and stay up. [Step 2.] Step side left toward DLC turning left face. [Step 3.] Cross right in back in CBMP, opening head. [Step 4.] Turning 1/4 left face, step side and forward left toward DLC using CBM, closing head. [Step 5.] Step side right toward LOD. [Step 6.] Cross left in back in CBMP, opening head. [Step 7.] Step back right toward LOD turning left face, closing head. [Step 8.] Step side left toward LOD turning left face. [Step 9.] Cross right in back in CBMP, opening head. [Step 10.] Turning 3/8 left face, step forward left toward LOD using CBM, closing head. [Step 11.] Step side and back right toward DLW turning left face. [Step 12.] Step back left toward DLW lowering to heel.
GENERAL NOTES
The Feather Finish (steps 10, 11, and 12) is a common ending to Three Fallaways, it may end in many other ways. The figure may be danced with a “lilt” entry using the timing for the first fallaway as S&Q, Man dancing - Fwd L rising, -/sd R DLC, XLIB and Lady dancing - Bk R rising,-/sd L DLC, XRIB. Although atypical, SQQ timing could be used to dance the Three Fallaways, without the Feather End, a fourth measure would be required to dance the Feather End.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 2 - 7
Three Step 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN BJO DLW - fwd L, -, fwd R, fwd L;
LADY BJO bkng DLW - bk R, -, bk L, bk R;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
wall
fwd L DLW
sltly LF
H
down
CBM
2
Q
DLW
fwd R DLW
sltly LF
HT
down, rise EO2, NFR
slight right shoulder leading, slight left sway
3
Q
DLW
fwd L DLW
1/8 LF over 3 steps
TH
up, lwr EO3
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
COH
bk R DLW
sltly LF
TH
down
CBM
2
Q
DRC
bk L DLW
sltly LF
TH
down, rise EO2, NFR
slight left shoulder leading, slight sway to right rt sway
3
Q
DRC
bk R DLW
1/8 LF over 3 steps
TH
up, lwr EO3
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Banjo Position outside partner (feathered). [Step 1.] Step forward on the left foot, heel, with no rise. Using CBM, start a slight body turn to the left. [Step 2.] Step forward on the right foot, heel-toe. Begin the rise as weight moves to the toe. The body turn began on step one continues so that there will be a slight right shoulder leading. Use very slight sway to the left. [Step 3.] Finishing the body turn to the left, step forward on the left toe. As the right leg collects under the body, lower to the heel to begin the first step of the next figure. Dissolve any sway, developed on step two, as the lowering action occurs.
Three Step (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 2 - 8
LADY Start in Banjo Position with the man outside partner (feathered). [Step 1.] Step back on the right foot, toe-heel, with no rise. Using CBM start a slight body turn to the left. [Step 2.] Step back on the left foot, toe-heel. Begin the rise with the man with no foot rise. The body turn began on step one continues so that there will be a slight left shoulder leading. Use a very slight sway to the right. [Step 3.] Finishing the body turn to the left, step back on the right foot toe-heel. As the left leg collects under the body, you lower to begin the next step. Dissolve any sway, developed on step two, as the lowering action occurs.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure may begin facing any direction. A feather or feather ending usually precedes a Three Step and normally toward DLW. LOD and DLC are also common alignments. Even though the body turns to the left over the three steps, the direction of movement does not change. Changing the direction of movement so that it turns to the left, when danced on a tight curve, is acceptable.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 64 - 131
S#7 2003
Throwaway Oversway 1 measure - SS Level of Difficulty 5
MAN SCP facing LOD – Fwd & sd L trn LF, -, lower & extend R bk, -;
LADY SCP facing LOD – Fwd & sd R trn LF, -, lower & extend L bk, -;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd & sd L
LOD
TH
up
2
S
LOD
LF 1/8 between 1 and 2
lwr
extend R bk toward RLOD, toe pointed to floor, head slightly right
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLC
Fwd & sd R
LOD
TH
up
2
S
RLOD
LF 3/8 between 1 and 2
lwr
extend L bk toward LOD, toe pointed to floor, head well left
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing line of dance. - [Step 1.] Step forward and side on left toe toward line of dance and commence left face body rotation. Leave right foot in place. [Step 2.] Continue left rotation to face line of dance in Closed Position, and lower into left knee. Extend right leg back toward reverse line of dance and point toe to floor.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing line of dance. - [Step 1.] Step forward and side on right toe toward line of dance and commence left face body rotation. Collect left foot under the body. [Step 2.] Continue left face rotation to face reverse line of dance in closed position, and lower into right knee. Extend left leg back toward line of dance and point toe to floor.
GENERAL NOTES
Throwaway Oversway is a member of the class of picture figures. Keep hips to partner
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 64 - 132
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Throwaway Oversway (continued)
during this figure. Keep the hip of the extended leg well toward the partner. Maintain upright body poise with weight over the standing leg. May be performed facing any direction. May also enter from Closed Position facing reverse line of dance in which step 1 toward line of dance comes from rotation in the previous step. The figure may also overlap with other figures, for example step 1 may also be step 3 of the open Telemark. A wide range of timings are also possible.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 57 - 117
S#7 2003
Tipple Chassé
1 measure – SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 6
MAN
CP DRC - Bk L trn RF sway L, -, sd R remove sway/cls L to R sway R cont RF trn, fwd & sd R CP-LOD;
LADY CP DLW - Fwd R trn RF sway R, -, sd L remove sway/cls R to L sway L cont RF trn, bk & sd L CP-LOD;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRC
bk L DLW
1/8 RF
THT
rise EO1
CBMP, sway left
2
Q
COH
sd R LOD
1/8 RF
IE of T
up
remove sway
3
&
DLC
cls L to R
1/8 RF
T
up
sway right
4
Q
LOD
fwd & sd R LOD
TH
up, lwr EO4
remove sway
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd R DLW
1/8 RF
HT
rise EO1
CBMP, sway right
2
Q
Wall
sd L LOD
1/8 RF
IE of T
up
remove sway
3
&
DRW
cls R to L
1/8 RF
T
up
sway right
4
Q
RLOD
bk & sd L
LOD
TH
up, lwr EO4
remove sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed dance position, face diagonal reverse line of dance and center of hall, moving diagonal toward line of dance and wall. [Step 1.] Step back with left foot toward diagonal line of dance and wall, toe heel turning right face and sway to left. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step side toward line of dance with inside edge of right toe and remove sway facing center of hall. Continue right face turn. [Step 3.] Close left foot to right foot and sway right. [Step 4.] Step forward and side onto right toe remove sway facing line of dance.
Tipple Chassé (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 57 - 118
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Lower to heel at end of the step.
LADY Start in Closed dance position, face diagonal line of dance and wall, moving diagonal toward line of dance and wall. [Step 1.] Step forward with right foot toward diagonal line of dance and wall, heel-toe turning right face and sway to right. Rise at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step side toward line of dance with inside edge of left toe and remove sway facing wall. Continue right face turn. [Step 3.] Close right foot to left foot and sway left. [Step 4.] Step back and side onto left toe, remove sway facing reverse line of dance. Lower to heel at end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure is adapted from Waltz. It may commence facing any direction. Move gradually into and out of the sway in steps 1 and 3. The figure may include a right face Pivot One-Half (to face RLOD) on step 4 and is then called Tipple Chassé Pivot.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig – 25 - 53
S#6 2002
Top Spin 1 measure - SQ&Q Level of Difficulty 5
MAN
Start in CP DRW – Bk R starting LF trn, -, sd & slightly fwd L cont LF trn to BJO LOD/fwd R outsd ptr and spin LF on R toe, bk L to BJO DLC;
LADY Start in CP DLC – Fwd L starting LF trn, -, sd R cont LF trn to BJO RLOD/bk L and spin LF on L toe, fwd R to BJO DRW;
MAN
Step #
Timing Facing Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DRW bk R DLC
THT rise EO1
2 Q ft ptg
LOD, bdy fcg DLW
sd L DLC
1/4 LF btw 1 & 2
T up slight R sway
3 & LOD fwd R LOD
T up CBMP, R sway, L leg stays xtnded bk
4 Q DLC bk L DRW
3/8 LF spin btw 3 & 4
TH
up lwr EO4
no sway, CBMP
LADY
Step #
Timing Facing Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn Footwork Rise
& Fall
Technique
1 S DLC fwd L DLC
HT rise EO1
2 Q DRC
sd R DLC
1/4 LF
btw 1 & 2 T up slight L sway
3
& RLOD bk L LOD
T up CBMP, L sway, R leg stays xtnded fwd
4 Q DRW fwd R DRW
3/8 LF spin btw 3 & 4
TH up
lwr EO4 no sway, CBMP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in closed position DRW. [Step 1.] Back right commencing to turn left. [Step 2.] Turning 1/4 LF between steps 1 & 2, step side and slightly forward on left toe with right sway. Body turns less so feet end pointing to LOD but body’s alignment is DLW. [Step 3.] On the “&” count, maintaining slight right sway, step forward right in CBMP outside partner then spin 3/8 LF on the right toe between steps 3 & 4 keeping left leg extended back. [Step 4.] Back left in CBMP and lower at end of step.
Top Spin (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig – 25 - 54
S#6 2002
LADY Start in closed position DLC. [Step 1.] Forward left with heel lead rising to toe at end of step. [Step 2.] Turning 1/4 LF between steps 1 & 2, step side on right toe with slight left sway. [Step 3.] On the “&” count, maintaining left sway, step back on left toe and spin 3/8 LF between steps 3 & 4 keeping right leg extended forward. [Step 4.] Forward right on toe in CBMP and lower at end of step. GENERAL NOTES
The Top Spin is an action (not a figure) and occurs on the & count, the preceding and following steps as described here are strictly for the purpose of establishing a “figure flow” to assist in understanding the action.
Depending upon the figure that precedes the Top Spin action and the desired exit alignment, the amount of turn in the Top Spin can range between one quarter and three quarters left face when included within a combination of steps as described. This combination of steps may also be danced using QQQQ timing.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 63 - 129
S#7 2003
Traveling Contra Check
1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 7
MAN CP facing LOD - Relax R knee trn body slightly LF fwd L, -, cl R to L, fwd L SCP-LOD;
LADY CP facing RLOD - Relax L knee trn body slightly LF bk R, -, trn RF sml sd L, fwd R SCP;
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
LOD
fwd L LOD
sltly LF
HF
down
step in CBMP, head to R, sway left
2
Q
DLW
cl R to L
RF 1/8
T
down
rise EO2
sway right then remove the sway
3
Q
LOD
fwd L
TH
up lwr EO3
SCP
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
RLOD
bk R LOD
sltly LF
TH
down
Step bk in CBMP, head well to L, sway right
2
Q
DRC
Small sd
L
RF ¼
T
down
rise EO2
Sway left then remove the sway
3
Q
DLC
fwd R
TH
up lwr EO3
SCP
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in CP facing line of dance. - [Step 1.] Relax right knee turn body slightly left face and step forward in CBMP with head to right and sway to left, heel flat. [Step 2.] Turning body right face, nearly close right to left while lowered to momentary Closed Position facing diagonal line of dance and wall with right sway. Rise to toes at the end of the step and remove the sway. [Step 3.] Step forward toward line of dance in Semi-Closed Position. Lower at end of the step.
LADY Start in CP facing RLOD - [Step 1.] Relax left knee step back onto right toe in CBMP with head well to left and sway right. [Step 2.] Turning body right face, small side step on left while lowered to momentary Closed Position facing diagonal reverse line of dance and center of the hall with left sway. Rise to toes at end of the step and remove the sway. [Step 3.]
Traveling Contra Check (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 63 - 130
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Step forward toward line of dance in Semi-Closed Position. Lower at end the step.
GENERAL NOTES
The Traveling Contra Check can be danced from any facing direction, but usually utilizes the alignment shown. Care should be taken to keep the hips forward on step 2 with a feel of the feet coming under the body before gently rising. Avoid an abrupt rising action. The sways are subtle and should not be exaggerated.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 69 - 141 S#7 2003
Traveling Hover Cross 2 measures - SQQ QQQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN
CP DLW - Fwd R strtng RF turn, -, trng RF sd L, cont RF trn sd R; cont RF trn fwd L in SCAR, fwd R CP-LOD, fwd & sd L, fwd R BJO-DLC;
LADY CP bkng DLW - Bk L strtng RF trn, -, trng RF cl R to L (heel turn), trng RF sd L DLW; trng RF bk R in SCAR, bk L CP fc RLOD, bk & sd R, bk L in BJO;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd R DLW
1/4 RF
HT
rise EO1
CBM in CP
2
Q
DRW
sd L DLW
1/2 RF
T
up
slight right sway
3
Q
DLC
sd R DLW
sltly RF
T
up
Change to left sway
4
Q
DLC
fwd L DLW
T
up
CBMP in SCAR with left sway
5
Q
LOD
fwd R LOD
1/8 RF
T
up
CP
6
Q
LOD
fwd & sd L
DLC
Sltly RF
T
up
left shoulder lead with slight right sway
7
Q
LOD
fwd R DLC
TH
lwr EO7
CBMP in BJO with right sway
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DRC
bk L DLW
¼ RF
TH
rise EO1 NFR
CBM in CP
2
Q
DLC
cl R to L
1/2 RF
HT
cont to rise
heel turn with left sway
3
Q
DRW
sd L DLW
sltly RF
TH
up, NFR
Change to right sway
4
Q
DRW
bk R DLW
TH
up, NFR
CBMP in SCAR with right sway
5
Q
RLOD
bk L LOD
1/8 RF
TH
up, NFR
CP
6
Q
RLOD
bk & sd R
sltly RF
TH
up, NFR
right shoulder
Traveling Hover Cross (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 69 - 142 S#7 2003
DLC lead with slight left sway
7
Q
RLOD
bk L DLC
TH
up, lwr EO7
CBMP in BJO with left sway
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Closed Position DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step forward on the right foot, heel-toe. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn, step side on left foot toward diagonal line of dance and wall. [Step 3.] Continuing to turn right face to end facing diagonal line of dance and center of the hall, step side on the right toe. [Step 4.] Step forward in CBMP and Sidecar on the left toe. [Step 5.] Forward toward line of dance on right toe and blend to Closed Position. [Step 6.] Step forward and side on the left toe toward diagonal line of dance and center of the hall, with left shoulder leading. [Step 7.] Step forward on the right toe, in CBMP and Banjo. Lower to the heel.
LADY Start in Closed Position backing DLW. [Step 1.] Using CBM to start a right face turn, step back on the left foot, toe-heel. [Step 2.] Continuing the right face turn on the left foot, pull the right foot to the left on the heel. As the feet close together to complete the turn to face LOD, change weight to the right foot and rise to the toe. [Step 3.] Continuing the right face turn, step side on the left toe toward diagonal line of dance and wall. [Step 4.] Step back on the toe of the right foot, in CBMP and Sidecar. [Step 5.] Step back toward line of dance on left toe and blend to closed position. [Step 6.] Step back and side on the right toe toward diagonal line of dance and center of the hall with right shoulder leading. [Step 7.] Step back on the left toe in CBMP and Banjo. Lower to the heel.
GENERAL NOTES
This figure is a variation of the Natural Hover Cross, having different footwork in the second measure. During the second measure, man dances on the toes, while the woman dances backwards with toe-heel action and rise in the body with no foot rise. Starting this figure from Promenade Position (SCP) or outside partner (BJO) is an acceptable entry. If started from Promenade Position (SCP), there is no heel turn for the lady on step two. Her feet pass and step two is forward between the man's feet.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 74 - 1
S#8 - 2004
Whiplash
1 measure – SS
MAN
SCP DLW - Fwd R, -, point L fwd and sd BJO-DLW, -;
LADY SCP DLW - Fwd L, -, swvl LF & point R bk and sd BJO, -;
MAN - Starting SCP fcg wall moving DLW - Ending BJO DLW
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S wall fwd R DLW
HF
2 S wall pt L fwd and sd
Banjo Position, sway left
LADY
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S LOD fwd L DLW
HF
2 S LOD pt R bk and sd
1/4 RF
Banjo Position, sway right
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN
Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing wall and moving toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] Step forward right toward diagonal wall and line of dance with heel lead. [Step 2.] Point left foot forward and side toward line of dance in Banjo Position.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed Dance Position facing line of dance and moving diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 1.] Forward left toward diagonal wall and line of dance. [Step 2.] Swivel left face 1/4 and point right foot back and side toward line of dance in Banjo Position.
GENERAL NOTES
The Whiplash involves one step and a pointing action. The figure that follows moves backward usually in Banjo, but the woman may also swivel right face to Semi-Closed Position and step back in Fallaway Position. A very attractive and useful alternative sway may be used when dancing this figure in which
Whiplash (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 74 - 2
S#8 - 2004
the couple sways away from the pointing foot. In this example the man would sway well to the right and correspondingly the lady to the left.
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 54 - 111
S#7 2003
Wing 1 measure - SQQ Level of Difficulty 6
MAN SCP DLW - Fwd and across R, -, draw L toward R, tch L to R in SCAR DLC;
LADY SCP DLW - Fwd L, -, fwd R trng LF arnd M, fwd L cont trn LF SCAR;
MAN
Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd R LOD, cross R over L
slightly LF
HT
CBMP
2
Q
LOD
draw L to
R
slightly LF
Slt
(NFR)
3
Q
DLC
tch L to
R
1/8 LF
Press. on IE of
L
lwr EO3
SCAR
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step & Direction
Body Turn
Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1
S
DLW
fwd L LOD
sltly LF
HT
rise EO1
CBMP
2
Q
COH
Fwd R COH
1/4 LF
T
up
right shoulder leading
3
Q
DRW
Fwd L RLOD
1/4 LF
TH
up, lwr EO3
CBMP in SCAR, check forward movement
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in Semi-Closed dance position moving diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] Stepping into CBMP move forward on the right foot toward LOD, heel-flat. [Step 2.] Turning to the left, draw left foot toward right rising in the body without foot rise. [Step 3.] Touch left foot to right foot continuing left face turn to end in SCAR ready to move DLC.
LADY Start in Semi-Closed dance position moving diagonal to line of dance and the wall. [Step 1.] Stepping into CBMP move forward on the left foot toward LOD, heel-toe. [Step 2.] Turning to the left step forward on the right foot, toe. [Step 3.] Continuing to turn left, step forward
Wing (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 54 - 112
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toward reverse line of dance on the left foot in CBMP into SCAR checking forward movement.
GENERAL NOTES
The man may assist development of the figure by leading the lady forward as she circles around the man. Lady may keep her head to the left or right, but a left head may lead to a more compact figure. A Progressive Wing is similar, but includes a forward step on 2 and a cross in back on 3 for the man. This figure may be preceded by an Open Telemark or Open Impetus (or other figure ending in Semi-Closed Position), and is usually followed by a reverse turning figure (e.g. Reverse Turn, Closed Telemark).
International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 26 - 55
Natural Promenade Zig Zag 1 1/2 measures - SQQ QQ Level of Difficulty 5
MAN SCP mvng LOD - fwd R strtng RF trn, -, sd L cont trn, bk R SCAR/DRW strtng LF trn; sd & sltly fwd L cont trn, fwd R BJO/DLW,
LADY SCP mvng LOD - fwd L, -, fwd R, fwd L SCAR face DLC strtng LF trn; sd R cont trn, bk L BJO face DRC,
MAN Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLW
fwd R LOD
slt RF
HT
rise EO1
CBMP in SCP
2
Q
DLW
sd L LOD
1/8 RF btw 1 & 2
T
up
L shldr lead
3
Q
WALL
bk R DLC
slt LF
T
up
CBMP in SDCAR
4
Q
-
sd & fwd L LOD
1/8 LF btw 3 & 4
T
up
R sway, L shldr lead - bdy trns less
5
Q
-
fwd R DLW
nil
TH
up
lwr EO5 CBMP, R sway in BJO
LADY Step #
Timing
Facing
Alignment
Step &
Direction
Body Turn Footwork
Rise & Fall
Technique
1 S
DLC
fwd L LOD
nil
HT
rise EO1
CBMP in SCP
2
Q
-
sd & fwd R LOD
-
T
up
R shldr lead, preparing to stp into SCAR
3
Q
-
fwd L DLC
slt LF
T
up
CBM, CBMP in SCAR
4
Q
COH
sd R LOD
1/8 LF btw 3 & 4
TH
up
L sway, R shldr lead
5
Q
DRC
bk L DLW
1/8 LF btw 4 & 5
TH
up NFR lwr EO5
CBMP, L sway in BJO
Zig Zag (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 26 - 56
NARRATIVE DESCRIPTION
MAN Start in SCP moving along the LOD. [Step 1.] Step forward, along LOD, on the right foot with a heel lead in CBMP. Turn slightly to the right. Rise to the toe at the end of the step. [Step 2.] Step to the side on the left toe, toward LOD with body facing the wall, using a left shoulder lead. [Step 3.] Step back on the right toe in CBMP. The lady steps outside on the left side (SDCAR). [Step 4.] Step to the side on the left toe, toward LOD with right sway, with a left shoulder lead, preparing to step into banjo. The body turns less. [Step 5.] Step forward, toward DLW, on the right toe in banjo (CBMP), using right sway and lowering into the heel at the end of the step.
LADY Start in SCP moving along the LOD. [Step 1.] Step forward, along LOD on the left foot with heel lead in CBMP. [Step 2.] Step to the side and forward on the right toe with a right shoulder lead, preparing to step to SCAR. [Step 3.] Step forward on the left toe in SCAR (CBMP). [Step 4.] Step to the side on the right toe, toward LOD, with left sway and right shoulder lead, preparing to step into banjo. [Step 5.] Step back on the left toe with a body rise (no foot rise) in BJO (CBMP). Use left sway. Lower the body at the end of the step.
GENERAL NOTES
The figure name is sometimes shortened to Zig Zag or Promenade Zig Zag. Also in common usage is a Reverse Zig Zag in which the figure begins with a left face turn followed by the Zig Zag action. This usually places the man outside the circle. There are also many variations to both forms of the Zig Zag.