International Foxtrot
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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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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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.
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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 FT - TOC - 1 S#8 2004 Foxtrot Table of Contents 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 FT - TOC - 2 S#8 2004 Foxtrot Table of Contents Zig Zag ……………………………………………..… FT-26
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FT - TOC - 4 S#8 2004 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down rise EO1 CBMP in BJO with the 1 S RLOD bk L DLC nil TH NFR lady outside
cont to slight left sway, right 2 Q RLOD bk R DLC sltly RF T rise shoulder leading
up, lwr 3 Q DRC bk L LOD nil TH EO3 CBMP in BJO lady outside
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise & # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork Fall Technique
down rise CBMP in BJO outside 1 S LOD fwd R DLC nil HT EO1 partner
rt sway with left shoulder 2 Q LOD fwd L DLC sltly RF T up leading
up, lwr CBMP in BJO outside 3 Q DLW fwd R LOD nil TH EO3 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.
FT - Fig 6 - 15 International Foxtrot
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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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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
dwn
fwd R twd rise comm 1 S LOD LOD HT EO1 thru R picking lady up !/4 LF bk L twd trn ovr spn on R T with L undr bdy 2 Q COH COH 1 & 2 T up & take wgt on balls both ft
T=s bth up, slp R bk in CP maintng firm bk R sml ft to lwr pressure on ball of ft, L held 3 Q COH stp 1/2 LF B of L EO3 in CBMP - end fcng WALL
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Foot work & Fall Technique
dwn
fwd L twd rise thru L trnsfr wgt from H to T comm 1 S RLOD DLC HT EO1 trng, comm a pick up 1/4 LF trn ovr cont trng on L stp sd R twd 2 Q WALL sd R 1 & 2 T up CP
up, cont LF spn on R with L T of R to lwr almost in pl - sml stp fwd to 3 Q WALL fwd L 1/2 LF B of L EO3 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.
FT - Fig 35 - 73 Big Top (Continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 35 - 74 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd L Slight LF HT down CBM
2 S LOD fwd R, 1/4 LF IE of down right shoulder leading, svl LF brush L over TH, IE then on toe before lowering to heel, to R steps 1 & of T of slight brush left to right 2 Left rise EO2
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DRC bk R slight LF TH none CBM down
2 S RLOD bk L, 1/4 LF IE of none left shoulder leading, point left brush R over TH, IE down DRW and let body catch up, to L steps of toe of brush right to left 1 & 2 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.
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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".
FT - Fig 5 - 14 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
up - lwr 1 S DRC bk R DLW sltly LF T sltly EO1 CBM & CBMP
2 Q DRC fwd L DRC sltly LF HT rise EO2 CBM
1/8 LF btw rt sd ldng, slt left 3 Q RLOD sd R COH 2 & 3 T up 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
sd & sltly ft ptng DLW bdy 6 Q DRW fwd L 1/8 LF T up trns less
up lwr CBMP in BJO 7 Q wall fwd R DLW nil TH EO7
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
up 1 S DLW fwd L DLW sltly RF T lwr EO1 CBM & CBMP
rise EO2 2 Q DLW bk R sltly RF TH NFR CBM
1/8 LF btw 3 Q LOD sd L COH 2 & 3 T up lft sd ldng
CBMP in BJO outsd 4 Q DLC fwd R DLC nil T up M
5 Q DLC fwd L DLC sltly LF T up CBM to CP
1/4 LF btw leg starts fwd, trn 6 Q DLC sd R LOD 5 & 6 TH up causes ft to end sd
up 7 Q COH bk L DLW nil TH lwr EO7 CBMP in BJO
FT - Fig 18 - 41 Check and Weave (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 18 - 42 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd R !/4 RF HT down over rise 1 & 2 EO1
2 Q btw Wall sd & fwd L T=s of up left shldr lead stp high on & DRW twd LOD R & L T =s with R in pl look well to left with left sway
3 Q DRW rec R to 3/8 LF TH up, lwr draw L ft bk undr bdy RLOD EO3 end fcg LOD
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DRC bk L DLW 1/4 RF TH down over rise 1 & 2 EO1 NFR
2 Q btw COH Cl R to L on Ts of up cl R to L high on T =s look & DLC toes L & R well to R with R sway
3 Q DLC fwd L RLOD 3/8 LF TH up, lwr pvt on R slip L fwd in CP EO3 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.
FT - Fig 36 - 75 Checked Natural & Slip (Continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 36 - 76 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Footwork Rise & Technique # Alignment Direction Turn Fall
1 S DLC fwd L 1/8 LF HT slight shape LF rise
2 Q COH sd & fwd 1/8 + T of R cont checked turn – body turns R LF & L rise more
3 Q DRC rec L 5/8 RF TH lwr pvt on L with strong CBMP, swvl RF on 3 R ft held in front
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Footwork Rise & Technique # Alignment Direction Turn Fall
1 S DRW bk R 1/8 LF TH down no rise DLC
2 Q WL heel trn 1/8 + HT slight NFR, body turns more & cl L to LF rise (shaping well L) R
3 Q DLW fwd R 5/8 RF TH lwr RF pvt action, L ft held bk swvl RF on 3 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.
FT - Fig 37 -77 S#5 2001 Checked Reverse Turn and Slip Pivot (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 37 - 78 S#5 2001 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S RLOD bk L LOD slight RF TH down CBM, no sway
2 Q DRC pull R to 3/8 RF HT down, heel turn, slight left sway in L over 1 & rise CP 2 EO2
3 Q DLC sltly sd & 1/4 RF TH up, no sway in CP bk L btw 2 & lwr 3 EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise & Technique # Alignment Direction Fall
1 S LOD fwd R slight RF HT down CBM LOD
2 Q DLW sd L DLW 3/8 RF T down, sway right, brush between over 1 & rise steps 2 EO2
3 Q RLOD sltly sd & 1/4 RF TH up, no sway in CP fwd R btw 2 & lwr 3 EO3
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.
FT - Fig 4 - 11
Closed Impetus (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 4 - 12
International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Foot work & Fall Technique
down, fwd L rise 1 S DLC DLC sltly LF HT EO1 CBM
1/4 LF sd R btw 1 & leg begins fwd and trn causes 2 Q DLC DLC 2 T up foot to end sd, slight left sway
3/8 LF up, sd & fwd btw 2 & lwr 3 Q DRC L DLW 3 TH EO3 left shoulder leading
LADY
Step Facing Step & Foot Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn work & Fall Technique
down, rise bk R EO1, 1 S DRW DLC sltly LF TH NFR CBM
heel turn, trn on R as L 3/8 LF cont closes, chg wt to L then finish 2 Q DRW cl L to R btw 1 & 2 HT to rise rise
up, right shoulder leading, leg bk & sd 1/4 LF lwr starts fwd and trn causes foot 3 Q LOD L DLW btw 2 & 3 TH EO3 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.
FT - Fig 16 - 35 Closed Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 16 - 36 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd R Slightly HT CBMP LOD, LF cross R over L
2 Q LOD draw L to Slightly Slt R LF (NFR)
3 Q DLC tch L to pressure Lwr SCAR R on IE of EO3 L
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DRC bk L LOD sltly LF T rise CBMP EO1
2 Q RLOD sd R IE of T up COH
3 Q DRW fwd L sltly LF TH up, CBMP in SCAR, check RLOD lwr forward movement EO3
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 FT - Fig - 55 - 113 S#7 2003 Closed Wing (continued) International Foxtrot 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).
FT - Fig - 55 - 114 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & 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 Step & Rise # Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise EO1 CBM 1 S DRC bk L DLW 1/4 RF TH NFR
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
CBMP, SDCAR, R 4 Q RLOD bk R DLW 1/8 RF T up 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 up NFR CBMP, BJO 9 Q RLOD bk L DLC nil TH lwr EO9
FT - Fig 32 --67 Continuous Natural Hover Cross (continued) International Foxtrot
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).
FT - Fig 32 --68 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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 on T preparing to stp rise bk on R EO2
3 Q - bk L nil TH up lwr EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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.
FT - Fig 38 - 79 Contra Check (Continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 38 - 80 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DLC fwd L sltly LF HF lwr R side lead in CBMP, DLC before partial wgt, do not rise step 2 Q DLC rec R sltly RF THT rise EO2 3 Q DLW bk L 1/4 RF TH up, Slip Pivot lwr EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DRW bk R sltly LF T lwr L side lead in CBMP, DLC before partial wgt, do not rise step 2 Q DRW rec L sltly RF T rise EO2 3 Q DRC fwd R 1/4 RF TH up, Slip Pivot lwr EO3
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.
FT - Fig 77 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Contra Check and Slip (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 77 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot
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;
MA N Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique lwr bfr taking stp, 1 S DRC fwd L 1/8 LF BF none CBMP on stp 1, keep some wt on R
2 Q RLOD rec R 5/8 RF B - keep both feet in place end btwn 2 & 3 and knees soft 3 Q DLW rec L BF -
LADY Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique CBMP on stp 1, keep 1 S DLW bk R 1/8 LF B none some wt on L
2 Q LOD rec L BF - keep both feet in place 5/8 RF and knees soft end btwn 2 & 3 3 Q DRC rec R BF -
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 FT – Fig 47 - 97 S#6 2002 Contra Check & Switch (continued) International Foxtrot 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).
FT – Fig 47 - 98 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
rise 1 S LOD fwd R LOD slt RF HT EO1 CBM & CBMP
2 Q DLW fwd L DLW 1/4 RF T up left shoulder lead, rt sway
lwr turn after weight on left toe, 3 Q DRW fwd R DLW 1/8 RF TH EO3 CBMP in BJO, rt sway
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise 1 S LOD fwd L LOD NIL HT EO1 CBMP
1/4 LF sd & bk R btw 1 & 2 Q COH DLW 2 T up rt shoulder lead, left sway
turn after weight on R, R is lwr under body, CBMP in BJO, 3 Q LOD bk L DLW 1/8 LF TH EO3 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 FT - Fig - 31 - 65 Curved Feather from PP (Continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig - 31 - 66 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall down fwd R rise 1 S DLW DLW sltly RF HT EO1 CBM
1/8 RF fwd L btw 1 & left shoulder leading, 2 Q WL DLW/WL 2 T up slight right sway
fwd R slight R sway, cont RF DRW WL/DR 1/8 RF up, lwr trn (CBMP) otsd ptnr 3 Q EO3 W on toe TH EO3 on toe fcg DRW
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall down bk L rise 1 S DRC DLW sltly RF TH EO1 CBM 1/8 RF bk R btw 1 & right shoulder leading, 2 Q COH DLW/WL 2 T up slight left sway slight L sway, bk L continue RF trn DLC WL/DR 1/8 RF up, lwr (CBMP) on toe bkng 3 Q EO3 W on toe TH EO3 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.
FT – Fig 15 - 33 S#6 2002 Curved Feather (from CP) (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT – Fig 15 - 34 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S DLW fwd L LOD 1/8 LF HT CBM
1/4 LF rise 2 Q LOD fwd R DLC btw 1 & 2 T EO2 rt shoulder lead, left sway
1/8 LF lwr 3 Q COH fwd L DRC btw 2 & 3 TH EO3 CBMP, left sway
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S DRC bk R LOD 1/8 LF TH CBM
rise 1/4 LF EO2 2 Q RLOD bk L DLC btw 1 & 2 TH NFR left shoulder lead, rt sway
1/8 LF lwr 3 Q wall bk R DRC btw 2 & 3 TH 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.
FT - Fig - 33 - 69 Curving Three Step (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 33 - 70 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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 nil none foot ext L twd DRW DRW rise
3 Q DRW lwr L to R no - - lower bring L bk to rt knee & wgt EO3 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.
FT - Fig 39 - 81 Developé (Continued) International Foxtrot
GENERAL NOTES
The Develop é 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 Develop é the left foot. If in Bfly the Lady steps back on the right foot and does the Develop é with the left foot.
Depending on the preceding figure the Develop é can be done with either foot.
FT - Fig 39 - 82 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DLW fwd R sltly RF HT rise CBM DLW EO1 2 Q DRW fwd & sd 1/4 RF T up continue body turn L btw 1 & 2 3 Q DLC tch R to 1/2 RF TH up, lwr continue body turn to L btw 2 & EO3 Contra Banjo 3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DRC bk L sltly RF TH rise CBM DLW EO1 NFR 2 Q DLC cl R to L 3/8 RF HT cont heel turn - weight chg to rise R after turn 3 & DLW fwd L 1/4 RF T up DLW 4 Q DRW fwd R 1/8 RF TH up, lwr Contra Banjo EO4
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.
FT - Fig 76 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Double Natural Spin (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 76 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot 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;
MA N Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DLC fwd L slt LF HT down, CBM DLC rise Eo1 2 Q RLOD sd R 3/8 LF T up Slt L sway DLC btw 1 & 2 3 Q DLW sd & 3/8 LF TH up, lwr Step sd & sltly fwd, fwd L btw 2 & 3 Eo3 trng lady to SCP LOD 4 Q LOD thru R 1/8 LF HB down CBMP in SCP then LOD btw 3 & 4 trn lady to CP 5 Q LOD fwd L slt LF B slt rise CBM, moderate rise LOD only 6 Q DRC sd R 3/8 LF T up No sway LOD btw 5 & 6 7 Q WALL sd & 3/8 LF TH up, lwr Turn lady to SCP fwd L btw 6 & 7 Eo6 DLW
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DRW bk R Slt LF TH down, CBM with body rise DLC rise Eo1 but no foot rise 2 Q LOD cl L to R 3/8 LF HT cont to Heel turn, start btw 1 & 2 rise rising on left toe with R sway 3 Q DLC sd & 1/8 LF TH up, lwr Complete rise fwd R btw 2 & 3 Eo3 turning to SCP LOD 4 Q RLOD thru L 3/8 LF HB down CBMP, turn LF to LOD btw 3 & 4 CP
FT - Fig – 52 - 107 S#6 2002 Double Open Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
5 Q RLOD bk R Slt LF btw B slt rise CBM LOD 4 & 5 6 Q DRW Cl L to 1/8 LF T up Toe spin, no sway R btw 5 & 6 7 Q LOD Sd & 3/8 LF TH up, lwr Turn to SCP fwd R btw 6 & 7 Eo3 DLW
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.
FT - Fig – 52 - 108 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
down rise 1 S DLC fwd L DLC sltly LF HT EO1 CBM
1/4 LF btw 2 Q wall sd R DLC 1 & 2 T up No sway
cl L no wt spinning on 1/2 btw lwr 3 Q RLOD R 2 & 3 TH EO3
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down rise EO1 1 S DRW bk R DLC sltly LF TH NFR CBM begin heel turn
3\8 LF cont Heel Turn, weight chgs to 2 Q wall cl L to R on R HT to rise left after turn
leg moves fwd, trn causes 3 & LOD sd R LOD 1/4 LF T up sd step
COH up,lwr svl on R, svl will cause L to 4 3 XLIF 1/8 LF TH EO4 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 FT - Fig 12 - 29 Double Reverse Spin (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig 12 - 30 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW sd R RLOD T down wide Ronde L counter-clockwise
2 Q DLW bk L RLOD T down SCP under body rise EO2
3 Q DLC bk R LF 1/4 TH up slip pivot to CP lwr EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLC sd L RLOD T down wide Ronde R clockwise
2 Q DLC bk L RLOD T down SCP under body rise EO2
3 Q DRW fwd R LF 1/2 TH up slip pivot to CP lwr EO3
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 FT - Fig - 68 - 139 S#7 2003 Fallaway Ronde Slip (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig - 68 - 140 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DLW bk R 1/8 LF TH rise CBM DRC EO1 2 Q LOD sd L 1/8 LF T body turns less 3 Q LOD fwd R TH up, Banjo position, CBMP DLC lwr EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DRC fwd L 1/8 LF TH rise CBM DRC EO1 2 Q RLOD sd R 1/8 LF T body turns less
3 Q RLOD bk L TH up, Banjo position, CBMP DLC lwr EO3
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.
FT - Fig 70 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Feather Finish (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 70 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot
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
Facing Rise Step # Timing Alignment Step & Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise 1 S DLC fwd R DLC NIL HT EO1 CBMP
left shoulder leading, preparing to step outside 2 Q DLC fwd L DLC - T up partner, slight right sway
up fwd R DLC lwr CBMP outside partner (BJO), 3 Q DLC in BJO - TH EO3 slight right sway
LADY
Step # Timing Facing Step & Direction Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique Alignment & Fall
rise CBMP 1 S DLC fwd L DLC sltly RF HT EO1
1/4 LF right shoulder leading, slight sd & bk R btw left sway, trng to BJO 2 Q DLC DLC 1 & 2 T up
up lwr CBMP in BJO, slight left sway 3 Q DRC bk L DLC 1/8 LF TH EO3
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.
FT - Fig 30 - 63 Feather (from semi-closed position) (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 30 - 64 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLC fwd R sltly RF HT rise CBM DLC EO1
2 Q LOD fwd L 1/8 RF T up left shoulder leading, DLC btw 1 & preparing to step outside 2 partner, slight right sway
3 Q LOD fwd R nil TH up, CBMP outside partner (BJO), DLC in lwr slight right sway BJO EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DRW bk L DLC sltly RF TH rise CBM EO1 NFR
2 Q RLOD bk R DLC 1/8 RF TH up right shoulder leading, slight btw 1 & NFR left sway 2
3 Q RLOD bk L DLC nil TH up, CBMP in BJO, slight left sway lwr EO3
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.
FT - Fig 1 - 5 Feather (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 1 - 6 International Foxtrot
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
Ste Facing Step & Rise & p # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork Fall Technique
1 S RLOD bk L LOD 1/2 RF TH NFR CBM - right face pivot
fwd R rise CBM - right sway 2 Q LOD LOD 1/4 RF HT on R between steps 2 and 3
3 & Wall fwd L Wall 1/8 RF T up right face swivel on L
fwd R lwr check fwd movement in 4 Q DRW DWR - TH e/o 4 CBMP-BJO
LADY
Ste Facing Step & Rise & p # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork Fall Technique
fwd R 1 S LOD LOD 1/2 RF HT NFR CBM - right face pivot
up CBM - left sway 2 Q RLOD bk L LOD 1/4 RF TH on L between steps 2 and 3
3 & COH bk R Wall 1/8 RF T up swivel RF on R
check bkwd movement lwr in 4 Q DLC bk L LOD - TH e/o 4 CBMP
FT – Fig 51 – 105 S#6 2002 Hairpin (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT – Fig 51 – 106 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S RLOD bk L slightly RF TH rise CBM left sway EO1 2 Q COH sd & fwd R 1/4 RF btw IE of F up Rt shdr lead foot points 1 & 2 WF DC body turns less 1/8 RF lower No foot trn body finish trn 3 Q DC L to R no wt between 2 IE T EO3 & 3
LADY
Step # Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S LOD fwd R slightly RF HT rise CBM EO1 1/4 RF 2 Q WALL sd & bk L between 1 TH up Step sd & bk past partner R sway head to R & 2 1/8 RF lower slightly swivel on L to 3 Q RDW R to L no wt between 2 IE of T EO3 finish trn cont sway & & 3 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.
FT - Fig 40 - 83 Hesitation Change (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 40 - 84 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S RLOD bk R slt LF TH down CBM
sd & bk body 2 Q DRW L 1/4 LF BF rise body rise lowering EO2 hold on 3 Q DLW L slt LF - down head R, shaping R
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S LOD fwd L slt LF HT - CBM sd & fwd down 2 Q DLC R 1/4 LF TH 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.
FT – Fig 48 - 99 S#6 2002 Hinge (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT – Fig 48 - 100 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S RLOD bk R comm. THT rise CBM LOD LF EO1
2 Q wall sd L LOD 1/4 LF T up sway right, hover action btw. 1 and 2
3 Q DLW bk & sd 1/8 LF TH up, sway right, BJO R RLOD btw. 2 lwr and 3 EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S LOD fwd L comm. HT rise CBM LOD LF EO1
2 Q COH sd R LOD 1/4 LF T up sway left, hover action, brush L to R
3 Q DRC fwd & sd 1/8 LF TH up, sway left, BJO L RLOD lwr EO3
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 FT - Fig - 61 - 125 S#7 2003 Hover Corté (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig - 61 - 126 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Foot Rise & # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn work Fall Technique
rise 1 S DLW fwd L DLW HT EO1
cont Sway left, brush is 2 Q DLW sd & fwd R Wall 1/8 RF T rise optional
lwr 3 Q Wall fwd L LOD TH EO3 end in SCP
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
rise EO1 1 S DRC bk R DLW TH NFR
cont Sway rt, brush is 2 Q DRC sd & bk L Wall 1/8 RF T rise optional
lwr 3 Q COH fwd R LOD TH 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.
FT - Fig 21 - 45 Hover Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 21 - 46 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise 1 S LOD fwd L DLC 1/8 LF HT 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 up - lwr 5 Q DRC bk L LOD - TH EO5 CBMP, left sway
LADY
Facing Step & Rise Step Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique rise EO1 1 S RLOD bk R DLC 1/8 LF TH 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 up, lwr 5 Q DLW fwd R LOD - TH 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.
FT - Fig 22 - 47 Left Feather (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 22 - 48 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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. T rise LF trn EO3
4 S DLW fwd & sd 1/4 LF TH Up, BJO L to BJO trn bet 3 lwr and 4 EO4
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 Q DLC fwd L Sltly RF T down Left side leading, sway right DLC
2 & DLC XRIB of L T down Sway right
3 Q DLC fwd L comm LF T rise DLC trn EO3
4 S DRC bk & sd 1/4 LF TH up, BJO R to BJO trn bet 3 lwr and 4 EO4
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.
FT - Fig - 59 - 121 S#7 2003 Left Turning Lock (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 59 - 122 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 Q RLOD fwd R 1/8 LF HT rise DRW EO1 2 Q DRW fwd L 1/8 LF TH lower EO2
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 Q wall fwd L 3/8 LF HT rise pickup DRW EO1 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 FT - Fig 71 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Lilt Pivot (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig 71 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot
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, -;
MA N Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 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 3/8 LF T - mom SCAR, ptng twd LOD LOD, delay wt transfer 4 & WL spin LF 1/4 LF T - keep weight on L trng on L lady LF, nearly CP 5 Q LOD Cont 3/8 LF T - cont spin in CP to end spin fcg near DRC 6 Q DRC Sd R T slt rise step sd on ball, rise DLC sltly hovering 7 S DRC tch L to TH lwr R EO7
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 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 3/8 LF TH - mom SCAR R LOD btw 2 & 3 4 & Near fwd L 3/8 LF HT - rise trng LF, head well COH LOD btw 3 & 4 left 5 Q DRC fwd & sd 3/8 LF T - R DLC 6 Q DLW Sml sd L T slt rise DLC 7 S DLW tch R to TH lower L EO7
FT - Fig - 67 - 137 S#7 2003 Mini-Telespin (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 67 - 138 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down rise 1 S DLW fwd R DLW sltly RF HT EO1 CBM in CP
leg moves fwd, trn 1/4 RF causes ft to end sd, 2 Q DLW sd L DLW btw 1 & 2 T up slight right sway
1/2 RF cont RF trn on L to fc 3 Q DRW sd R DLW btw 2 & 3 T up DLC for stp to end sd
CBMP in SDCAR, swy fwd L DLW 1/8 RF left to allow fwd stp in 4 Q DLC a sml stp btw 3 & 4 T up SDCAR, ckng up on T
rec bk R 5 Q LOD DRC sltly LF T up CBM & CBMP
sd & sltly left shoulder leading, 6 Q LOD fwd L COH nil T up slight left sway
up, lwr 7 Q LOD fwd R DLC nil TH EO7 CBMP in BJO
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down rise EO1 1 S DRC bk L DLW sltly RF TH NFR CBM in CP
cont H trn on L as R pulls to 3/8 RF to L on H, after trn chg 2 Q DRC cl R to L btw 1 & 2 HT rise wgt and rise to T of R
1/4 RF leg starts fwd, trn 3 Q LOD sd L DLW btw 2 & 3 T up causes ft to end sd FT - Fig 20 - 43 S#7 2003 Natural Hover Cross (continued) International Foxtrot
1/8 RF 4 Q wall bk R DLW btw 3 & 4 T up CBMP in SDCAR, R swy
rec fwd L 5 Q DRW DRC sltly LF T up CBM
6 Q RLOD sd R COH nil T up rt sd ldng
up, lwr 7 Q RLOD bk L DLC nil TH 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.
FT - Fig 20 - 44 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise 1 S DLW fwd R DLW 1/8 RF HT EO1 CBM
1/4 RF do not lead heel turn, 2 Q DRW sd L DLW btw 1 & 2 T up turn lady to SCP
3 Q DRW bk R DLC nil T up in SCP
LADY
Facing Step & Foot Rise & Step Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn work Fall Technique
rise 1 S DRC bk L DLW 1/4 RF TH EO1 CBM
3/8 RF btw 2 & 2 Q DLC sd R DLW 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.
FT - Fig 27 - 57 Natural Hover Fallaway (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 27 - 58 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd R DLW slt RF HT down CBMP in BJO rise EO1
2 Q DLW sd L DLW 1/4 RF T up Pivoting RF in CP right between 1 sway & 2
3 Q DRW sd & fwd R 1/2 RF TH up, lwr Strong R side lead in LOD between 2 EO3 SCAR - foot pointing & 3 LOD body turn less
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DRC bk L DLW slt RF TH down CBMP rise EO1
2 Q DRC fwd R DLC 1/4 RF T up Slightly sway to left, between 1 toe points LOD body & 2 trn less
3 Q DLC sd & bk L 1/2 RF TH up, lwr Strong left side lead in LOD between 2 EO3 SCAR & 3
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.
FT - Fig 41 - 85 International Foxtrot
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
FT - Fig 41 - 86 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down strt RF rise 1 S DLW fwd R DLW trn HT EO1 CBM
1/4 RF sway to right, foot moves btw 1 & forward and turn causes sd 2 Q wall sd L DLW 2 T up step
1/8 RF up, btw 2 & lwr 3 Q DRW bk R LOD 3 TH EO3 right sway
4 S RLOD bk L LOD nil TH down CBM, heel pull
slight 3/8 RF H,IE of dries btw F, WF & EO5, 5 S DRC sd R DLW 4 & 5 IE of left NFR slight left sway
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
down strt RF rise EO1 1 S DRC bk L DLW trn TH NFR CBM
1/4 RF Pull R to L, btw 1 & cont to sway to left, trn on left 2 Q COH heel trn 2 HT rise then chg wt to right
1/8 RF btw 2 & up, lwr 3 Q DLC fwd L LOD 3 TH EO3 left sway
4 S LOD fwd R LOD slight RF HT down CBM
3/8 RF slight btw 4 & TH & IE rise E05, 5 S DLW sd L DLW 5 of right NFR slight left sway
FT - Fig 3 - 9 Natural Turn (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 3 - 10 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S LOD fwd R LOD strt RF HT CBM
3/8 RF 2 Q DLW sd L DLW btw 1 & 2 T rt sway
1/8 RF 3 & RLOD XRIBL DLW btw 2 & 3 T rt sway
4 Q DRC twist RF steps 4 & 5 are one action
3/8 rf F of R, IE over 4 & T of L 5 S COH twist RF 5 rise left sway, end in SCP DLC
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S RLOD bk L LOD slt RF TH CBM
1/2 RF 2 Q DLC cl R to L btw 1 & 2 HT heel turn, left sway
left sway, left shoulder lead, preparing to step 3 & LOD fwd L LOD T outside partner
1/8 RF 4 Q LOD fwd R DLW btw 2 & 4 T CBM, CBMP, in BJO
T of L, IE 1/4 btw 4 of R rise 5 S DLW sd L DLW & 5 T rt sway, brush, SCP DLC
FT - Fig - 28 - 59 Natural Twist Turn (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 28 - 60 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
fwd R down 1 S DLW DLW sltly RF HT rise EO1 CBM
1/4 RF btw 1 & leg strts fwd, trn causes ft 2 Q DLW sd R DLW 2 T up to end sd, slt right sway
1/8 RF btw 2 & 3 Q DRW bk R DLC 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
sd & sltly 6 Q DRW fwd L 1/8 LF T up ft ptg DLW bdy trn less
fwd R up lwr 7 Q wall DLW nil TH EO7 CBMP in BJO outsd W
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique dwn rise EO1 1 S DRC bk L DLW sltly RF TH NFR CBM cont to trn RF on L chg wgt to R 2 Q DRC cl R to L 3/8 RF HT rise 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
1/4 LF leg strts fwd, trn causes ft 6 Q LOD sd R LOD btw 5& 6 TH up to end sd
up, lwr 7 Q COH bk L DLW nil TH EO7 CBMP in BJO
FT - Fig 17 - 39 International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 17 - 40 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S RLOD bk L sltly RF TH down CBM
3/8 RF down heel turn, complete turn on btw 1 & , rise left before chg wt to right 2 Q DRW cl R to L 2 HT EO2 and rising to toe
up, sd & sltly lwr 3 Q DLC fwd L DLC sltly RF TH EO3 SCP moving DLC
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise & # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork Fall Technique
1 S LOD fwd R sltly RF HT down CBM
3/8 RF down leg moves forward and right btw 1 & rise turn causes foot to end side. 2 Q DLW sd L DLW 2 T EO2 right sway
up, sd & sltly lwr 3 Q DRC fwd R 1/8 RF TH 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.
FT - Fig 11 - 25 Open Impetus Turn (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 11 - 26 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down rise CBM & CBMP in SCP 1 S wall fwd R DLW slight RF HT EO1 slightly across lady
1/4 RF btw 1 & leg starts forward and turn 2 Q DRW sd L DLW 2 T up causes foot to end side.
right shoulder leading, 1/4 RF up,lw body turns less, preparing btw 2 & r for the next step to be in 3 Q RLOD bk R DLW 3 TH EO3 BJO
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise & # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork Fall Technique
down rise 1 S LOD fwd L DLW slight RF HT EO1 CBMP in SCP
1/8 RF btw 1 & 2 Q LOD fwd R DLW 2 T up into CP as man crosses
1/8 RF up, left shoulder leading btw 2 & lwr preparing to step in BJO 3 Q DLW fwd L DLW 3 TH EO3 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 FT - Fig 10 - 25 Open Natural Turn (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig 10 - 26 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
down, fwd L rise 1 S DLC DLC sltly LF HT EO1 CBM
sd & sltly 1/4 LF leg begins fwd, turn causes 2 Q DLC bk R DLC btw 1 & 2 T up ft to end sd & bk.
up, lwr 3 Q DRC bk L LOD nil TH EO3 CBMP in BJO
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down, rise EO1 1 S DRW bk R DLC sltly LF TH NFR CBM
1/4 LF sd & sltly btw cont to leg starts back, trn causes 2 Q DRW fwd L 1 & 2 T rise ft to end sd & fwd
fwd R up, lwr CBMP in BJO outside 3 Q DLW LOD nil TH EO3 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.
FT - Fig 14 - 33 Open Reverse Turn (from CP) (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 14 - 34 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique fwd L down 1 S DLC DLC sltly LF HT rise EO1 CBM 1/4 LF DRC sd & fwd btw 1 & 2 Q EO2 R DLC 2 T up left sway
3/8 LF SCP twd DLW, left sd
sd & fwd btw 2 & up, lwr ldng, small step to 3 Q WL EO3 L DLW 3 TH EO3 keep lady in position
LADY
Step Facing Step & # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork Rise & Fall Technique down bk R rise EO1 1 S DRW DLC sltly LF TH NFR CBM, draw L to R (heel trn 3/8 LF LOD on R) cl btw 1 & cont to trn LF on R heel then 2 Q EO2 L 2 HT rise transfer wt to left 1/8 LF cont trng RF, maintain DLC sd & fwd btw 2 & up, lwr right side toward 3 Q EO3 R DLW 3 TH EO3 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.
FT - Fig 9 - 21 S#6 2002 Open Telemark (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 9 - 22 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S RLOD L bk LOD nil TH Sway left
up CBM, Foot rise 2 Q RLOD R bk 1/4 LF THT EO2
3 Q DLW L sd LOD 1/8 LF T up
LADY
Step Facing Rise # Timing Alignment Step & Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S LOD R fwd LOD nil TH Sway right
up 2 Q LOD L fwd 1/4 LF HT 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. FT - Fig 29 - 61 S#7 2003 Outside Change (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 29 - 62 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DRC bk R 1/8 LF TH rise DLW EO1 2 Q RLOD sd L 1/8 LF T
3 Q DRW fwd R TH up, Banjo position, CBMP, lwr check forward action EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DLW fwd L 1/8 LF HT rise DLW EO1 2 Q LOD sd R 1/8 LF T
3 Q DLC bk L TH up, Banjo position, CBMP, lwr check backward action EO3
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.
FT - Fig 72 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Outside Check (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 72 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Footwork Rise & Technique # Alignment Direction Turn Fall
1 S LOD bk L a 3/8 RF THT down CBMP in BJO - most of turn small is complete before wt - foot step ends bk but does not move bk 2 Q DRW fwd R cont HT down, CBMP in BJO - a small step RF rise then rise to toe and complete EO2 turn by spinning RF 3 Q COH sd & bk 3/8 RF TH up, L btw 2 lwr & 3, EO3 1/4 RF on 3
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Footwork Rise & Technique # Alignment Direction Turn Fall
1 S RLOD fwd R slight HT down, CBMP in BJO RLOD RF rise EO1 2 Q RLOD cl L to R 3/8 RF toes cont Toe Pivot btw 1 to rise & 2 3 Q DLW fwd R 1/4 RF TH up, btw 2 lwr & 3, EO3 1/8 RF on 3
FT – Fig 49 - 101 S#6 2002 Outside Spin (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT – Fig 49 - 102 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
TH, CBMP, trng lady to SCP, right bk L pres R remains fwd with toe in 1 S LOD DLW 1/4 RF toe down contact with the floor
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
CBMP, swvl RF on toe trng to fwd R SCP DLC, left toe in contact 1 S RLOD DLC 3/4 RF HTH down 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.
FT - Fig 7 - 17 International Foxtrot
FT - Fig 7 - 18 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd L H flat rise Stretch body upwards, head LOD (NFR) left
LADY
Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLC fwd R H flat rise Stretch body upwards, head LOD (NFR) 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.
FT - Fig - 62 - 127 S#7 2003 Promenade Sway (continued) International Foxtrot
FT - Fig - 62 - 128 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down rise 1 S LOD fwd R DLC nil HT EO1 CBMP in SCP
2 Q LOD fwd L DLC sltly LF T up CBM
sd & bk R 1/4 LF 3 Q DLC LOD 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
sd & sltly 6 Q DRW fwd L 1/8 LF T up ft ptng DLW bdy trns less
fwd R up 7 Q wall DLW nil TH lwr EO7 CBMP in BJO
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down, 1 S COH fwd L DLC nil HT rise EO1 CBMP in SCP
sd & bk R 3/8 LF leg strts fwd and trn 2 Q COH DLC btw 1 & 2 T up causes ft to end sd & bk
sd & fwd L 3/8 LF 3 Q DRW LOD 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
1/4 LF leg strts fwd, trn causes 6 Q DLC sd R LOD btw 5 & 6 TH up ft to end sd
up 7 Q COH bk L DLW nil TH lwr EO7 CBMP in BJO
FT - Fig 19 - 43 Promenade Weave (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 19 - 44 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Foot Rise & # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn work Fall Technique
1 S DLC fwd R nil H down down, 2 Q DLC fwd L sltly LF HT rise EO2 CBM
sd & sltly 3 & DLC bk R DLC 1/4 RF T up slight left sway up, lwr 4 Q DRC bk L LOD nil TH EO4 CBMP in BJO
LADY
Step Facing Step & Foot Rise & # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn work Fall Technique
1 S DRW bk L nil TH down down, rise EO2 2 Q DRW bk R sltly LF TH NFR CBM
cont to right sway - foot pointed 3 & DRW sd & fwd L 1/4 LF T rise DLW
up, lwr CBMP in BJO outside 4 Q DRW fwd R LOD nil TH EO4 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
FT - Fig 13 - 31 Quick Open Reverse (from CP) (continued) International Foxtrot to the heel to begin the next step.
GENERAL NOTES
Another way to begin this figure is from Semi-Closed Position (PP).
FT - Fig 13 - 32 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S RLOD bk R comm. TH CBM LOD LF
2 Q DLW tch L to trn 3/8 H then rise sway right R LF bet 1 toes and 2
3 Q DLW TH up, sway right lwr EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S LOD fwd L comm. HT rise CBM LOD LF EO1
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, sway left lwr EO3
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 FT - Fig - 60 - 123 S#7 2003 Reverse Cort é (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig - 60 - 124 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Foot Rise Technique # Alignment Direction work & Fall
rise 1 S DLC fwd L DLC 1/4 LF HT EO1 CBM
sd & bk R 2 Q DRC LOD 1/8 LF T up rt shoulder lead
lwr 3 & RLOD bk L DLC 1/4 LF TH EO3 CBMP
CBM, CBMP(L), toe 4 Q DW bk R COH 1/4 LF THT turned in
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Foot Rise Technique # Alignment Direction work & Fall
rise EO1 1 S DRW bk R DLC 1/8 LF TH NFR CBM
sd & bk L 2 Q wall LOD nil T up left shoulder lead
lwr 3 & wall bk R DLC 1/2 LF T 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.
FT - Fig - 23 - 49 Reverse Fallaway & Slip (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 23 - 50 International Foxtrot
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
Facing Step & Rise Step # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise 1 S DLC fwd L DLC 1/8 LF HT EO1 CBM
sd & bk R 1/4 LF 2 Q COH LOD btw 2 & 3 T up right shoulder lead
1/8 LF lwr 3 Q RLOD bk L DLC btw 2 & 3 TH EO3 CBMP, SCP
LADY
Facing Rise & Step # Timing Alignment Step & Direction Body Turn Footwork Fall Technique
rise EO1 1 S DRW bk R DLC 1/8 LF TH NFR CBM
sd & bk L 2 Q wall LOD nil T up left shoulder lead
lwr 3 Q wall bk R DLC - T 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.
FT - Fig - 34 - 71 International Foxtrot
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).
FT - Fig - 34 - 72 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
fwd L down 1 S DLC DLC strt LF HT rise EO1 CBM 1/4 LF foot starts forward and btw 1 & turn causes it to end side, 2 Q DLC sd R 2 T up slight left sway 1/8 btw up, lwr 3 Q DRC bk L LOD 2 & 3 TH EO3 down, 4 S RLOD bk R LOD slight LF THT rise EO4 CBM, no sway sd & sltly 3/8 LF fwd L btw 4 & foot points DLW body 5 Q DRW DLW 5 T up turns less fwd R up, lwr CBMP in BJO outside 6 Q wall DLW nil TH EO6 partner
LADY Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
down rise CBM, left foot starts 1 S RLOD bk R DLC slight LF TH EO1 NFR pulling to Right on heel 3/8 LF turn on right then chg wt L cl to R btw 1 & cont to to left and rise, slight 2 Q DRW (heel trn) 2 HT rise right sway fwd R up, lwr sway dissolves on lowering 3 Q LOD LOD nil TH EO3 action fwd L down, 4 S LOD LOD slight LF HT rise EO4 CBM 1/4 LF btw 4 & foot starts forward, turn 5 Q COH SD R DLC 5 TH up will cause it to end sd
1/8 btw up, NFR, CBMP in BJO partner is 6 Q DRC bk L DLW 5 & 6 TH lwr EO6 outside
FT - Fig 8 - 19
Reverse Turn (w/Feather Finish) (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 8 - 20 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
rise 1 S LOD fwd L LOD 1/8 LF HT EO1 CBM
1/4 LF 2 Q DLW sd R LOD btw 1 & 2 T up left sway
lwr 3 Q DRC bk L DLW nil TH EO3 CBM, left sway
4 S DRC bk R DLW 1/8 LF TH
rise 5 Q RLOD bk L RLOD nil T EO5 right sway
lwr 6 Q RLOD bk R RLOD nil TH EO6 right sway
Lady
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
rise EO1 1 S RLOD bk R LOD 1/4 LF TH NFR CBM
2 Q Wall cl L to R 1/8 LF HT up right sway, heel turn
lwr 3 Q DLW fwd R DLW nil TH EO3 right sway
4 S DLW fwd L DLW 1/8 LF H CBM
rise 5 Q LOD fwd R LOD nil HT EO5 left sway
lwr 6 Q LOD fwd L LOD nil TH EO6 left sway
FT – Fig – 24 - 51 Reverse Wave (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 24 - 52 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 Q RLOD bk R 1/8 RF T down right sd leading, sway left LOD
2 & DRC XLIF of R 1/4 RF T down sway left
3 Q DLC fwd & sd 1/8 RF HT rise brush L to R R DLC EO3
4 S LOD fwd & sd TH up, SCP L lwr EO4
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 Q LOD fwd L 1/8 RF HT down Left side leading, sway right LOD
2 & DLW XRIB of L 1/4 RF T down Sway right
3 Q DRW Bk & sd 3/8 RF T rise brush L to R L LOD EO3
4 S COH fwd & sd TH up, SCP R lwr EO4
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.
FT - Fig - 58 - 119 S#7 2003 Right Turning Lock (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 58 - 120 S#7 2003
International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd R HT rise CBMP with slight CBM LOD EO1
2 Q DLW fwd & sd IE of T up sway right L LOD
3 & DLW cls R to L T up sway right
4 Q DLW fwd & sd IE of TH up, remove sway L LOD lwr EO4
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLC fwd L HT rise CBMP with slight CBM LOD EO1
2 Q DLC fwd & sd IE of T up sway left R LOD
3 & DLC cls L to R T up sway left
4 Q DLC fwd & sd IE of TH up, remove sway R LOD lwr EO4
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.
FT - Fig - 56 - 115 S#7 2003 Ripple Chassé (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 56 - 116 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S LOD fwd R LOD RF 1/8 HF down
2 Q DLW bk L RLOD T down SCP under body rise EO2
3 Q DLC bk R LF 3/8 TH up slip pivot to CP lwr EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S RLOD bk L LOD RF 3/8 T wide Ronde R clockwise
2 Q DLC bk L RLOD T down SCP under body rise EO2
3 Q DRW fwd R LF ½ TH up slip pivot to CP lwr EO3
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
FT - Fig - 66 - 135 S#7 2003 Rudolph Ronde Slip (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig - 66 - 136 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 Q DLW fwd L 1/4 RF HT L side lead DLW 2 & DRW XRIB of 1/4 RF T rise sway right in CBMP L EO2 3 Q DRC sd & bk 1/2 RF T up neutralize sway; pivot L 4 S DLW fwd R nil TH up, DLW lwr EO4
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 Q DRC bk R 1/4 RF T R side lead DLW 2 & DLC XLIF of 1/4 RF T rise sway left in CBMP R EO2 3 Q DLW Fwd R 1/2 RF HT up neutralize sway; pivot DLW 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 FT - Fig 75 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Rumba Cross (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig 75 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S LOD Thru R sltly RF HT up CBMP DLC EO1
2 Q WALL sd & bk 1/4 RF T up L DLC
3 & DRW bk R 1/8 RF T up rt sd lead DLC
4 Q RLOD bk L 1/8 RF TH lwr CBMP DLC EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DRC Thru L - HT up CBMP DLC EO1
2 Q COH fwd R 1/8 RF T up trn head lft in CP DLC
3 & DLC fwd L 1/8 RF T up DLC
4 Q LOD fwd R 1/8 RF TH lwr CBMP DLC EO3
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.
FT - Fig 42 - 87 International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 42 - 88 International Foxtrot
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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
1 S RLOD bk L LOD 1/2 RF TH NFR CBM pvtng
UP 2 Q LOD fwd R LOD 1/4 RF HT EO2 CBM, accelerate trn on R ft
sd & bk L 3 & WALL DLC 1/8 RF T UP sml stp
lower 4 Q DRW bk R DLC - TH EO3 rt sd lead, almost fcng RLOD
LADY
Step Facing Step & Foot Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn work & Fall Technique
1 S LOD fwd R LOD 1/2 RF HT NFR CBM pvtng
rise 2 Q RLOD bk L LOD 1/4 RF THT EO2 CBM accelerate rotation
sd & fwd R 3 & COH DLC 1/8 RF T up
lower 4 Q DLC fwd L DLC - TH 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.
FT - Fig 43 - 89 International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 43 - 90 International Foxtrot 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;
MA N Step Timing Facing Step & Body Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction Turn & Fall 1 S COH sd & sltly - IE to F lwr on w/slt L sway lwr on 1, fwd R L 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 Step & Body Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction Turn & Fall 1 S DRW XRIB - T to B lwr on w/slt R sway lwr on 1, L 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 FT - Fig - 53 - 1 S#6 2002
Same Foot Lunge (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig - 53 - 2 S#6 2002
International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S LOD fwd R HT rise DLC EO1 2 Q DLC fwd L 1/4 LF T
3 Q DLC XRIB of TH up, L lwr
EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S COH fwd L HT rise DLC EO1 2 Q COH fwd R 1/4 LF T
3 Q RLOD XLIF of 1/8 LF TH up, R 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.
FT - Fig 73 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Slow Side Lock (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 73 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot
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, -;
MA N Step Timing Facing Step & Body Footwork Rise & Technique # Alignment Direction Turn Fall 1 S RLOD bk L toe 1/2 RF THT - CBM starting RF pivot turned in 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 1/8 RF T of R down begin RF twist turn on & sltly bk split ball of R, heel of L, with wgt slight R sway 5 Q COH twist RF 1/4 RF T of R, - continue turn losing sway both feet H of L 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 - TF lwr no Sway DLC EO7
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Footwork Rise & Technique # Alignment Direction Turn Fall 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 - straighten legs but do turn 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 1/4 RF T rise open Head brushing 7 S COH sd & fwd R - TF lower twd DLC EO7 FT – Fig 45 - 93 S#6 2002 Spin & Twist (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT – Fig 45 - 94 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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 & 1/8 RF TH up a small step slightly bk lower end fcg DRW L EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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 take wgt then rise EO2 brushing R to L
3 Q COH sd & 1/8 RF TH lower end fcg DLC slightly fwd EO3 R
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
FT - fig 44 - 91 International Foxtrot
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.
FT - fig 44 - 92 International Foxtrot
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;
MA N Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DLC fwd L slt LF HT - CBM 2 Q DLC sd R 1/4 LF T - slt L sway DLC 3 Q DRW sd & bk 3/8 LF T - momentary SCAR, ptng L LOD twd LOD, delay weight transfer 4 & WL spin LF 1/4 LF T - keep weight on L trng on L lady LF, nearly CP 5 Q LOD Cont 3/8 LF T - cont spin in CP to end spin fcg near DRC 6 Q DRC Sd R 3/8 LF T slt step sd on ball, rise sltly DLC rise hovering 7 Q wall Sd & fwd T L DLW 8 Q wall Fwd R TH Lwr CBMP BJO DLW EO8
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DRW bk R slight LF TH - CBM DLC 2 Q DRW cl L to R ¼ LF HT - heel trn then rise to L toe 3 Q LOD sd & fwd 3/8 LF TH - momentary SCAR R LOD btw 2 & 3 4 & Near fwd L 3/8 LF HT - Rise trng LF, head well COH LOD btw 3 & 4 left 5 Q DRC fwd & sd 3/8 LF T - R DLC FT - Fig - 65 - 133 S#7 2003 Telefeather (continued) International Foxtrot
6 Q DLW cl L to R 3/8 LF T slt rise 7 Q COH Sd & bk TH R DLW 8 Q COH Bk L TH lower CBMP BJO DLW EO8
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.
FT - Fig - 65 - 134 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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,-;
MA N Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DLC fwd L slt LF HT - CBM 2 Q DLC sd R 1/4 LF T - slt L sway DLC 3 Q DRC sd & bk 3/8 LF B - pointing twd LOD L LOD 4 & WL spin LF 1/4 LF B - keep weight on L trng lady on L 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 3/8 LF B slt rise step sd on ball, rise sltly DLC hovering – cont trn 7 S WL sd & fwd - TH lwr CBM preparing to step L DLW EO7 otsd partner in BJO
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S DRW bk R slight LF TH - CBM DLC 2 Q DRW cl L to R 1/4 LF HT - heel trn then rise to L toe 3 Q DLW sd & fwd 3/8 LF TH - SCP R LOD btw 2 & 3 4 & near COH fwd L 3/8 LF HT - rise trng LF, head well left LOD btw 2 & 3 5 Q fwd & sd 3/8 LF T - - R DLC 6 Q DRW cl L to R 5/8 LF T slt rise toe turn btw 6 & 7 7 S COH EO7 bk R - TH lower R sd leading in BJO DLW EO7
FT – Fig 46 - 95 S#6 2002 Telespin (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT – Fig 46 - 96 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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;
MA N Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 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 1/8 LF T up foot pts DLW - body DLW turns less - R sway 12 Q WL fwd R DLW - TH lwr end CBMP - retain R sway of 12
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 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 1/4 LF T up CBM- close head DLC 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
FT – Fig 50 - 103 S#6 2002 Three Fallaways (continued) International Foxtrot
10 Q “ fwd L LOD 3/8 LF T up CBM - close head between 10 & 11 11 Q DLC sd & bk R 1/8 LF T up - DLW 12 Q COH bk L DLW - TH lwr end CBMP of 12
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.
FT – Fig 50 - 104 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S wall fwd L sltly LF H down CBM DLW
2 Q DLW fwd R sltly LF HT down, slight right shoulder leading, DLW rise slight left sway EO2, NFR
3 Q DLW fwd L 1/8 LF TH up, DLW over 3 lwr steps EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S COH bk R sltly LF TH down CBM DLW
2 Q DRC bk L sltly LF TH down, slight left shoulder leading, DLW rise slight sway to right rt sway EO2, NFR
3 Q DRC bk R 1/8 LF TH up, DLW over 3 lwr steps 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.
FT - Fig 2 - 7 Three Step (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig 2 - 8 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd & sd L TH up LOD
2 S LOD LF 1/8 lwr extend R bk toward between RLOD, toe pointed to 1 and 2 floor, head slightly right
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLC Fwd & sd R TH up LOD
2 S RLOD LF 3/8 lwr extend L bk toward between LOD, toe pointed to 1 and 2 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 FT - Fig - 64 - 131 S#7 2003 Throwaway Oversway (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig - 64 - 132 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DRC bk L 1/8 RF THT rise CBMP, sway left DLW EO1
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 TH up, remove sway R LOD lwr EO4
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd R 1/8 RF HT rise CBMP, sway right DLW EO1
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 TH up, remove sway LOD lwr EO4
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. FT - Fig - 57 - 117 S#7 2003 Tipple Chassé (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 57 - 118 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall bk R 1 S DRW THT rise EO1 DLC 1/4 LF ft ptg sd L btw 1 & 2 2 Q LOD, bdy DLC T up slight R sway fcg DLW fwd R CBMP, R sway, L leg 3 & LOD T up LOD 3/8 LF stays xtnded bk bk L spin btw up 4 Q DLC DRW 3 & 4 TH no sway, CBMP lwr EO4
LADY Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall fwd L 1 S DLC HT rise EO1 DLC 1/4 LF sd R btw 1 & 2 Q DRC T up slight L sway 2 DLC
bk L 3/8 LF CBMP, L sway, R leg 3 & RLOD T up LOD spin btw stays xtnded fwd 3 & 4 fwd R up 4 Q DRW TH no sway, CBMP DRW lwr EO4
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. FT - Fig – 25 - 53 S#6 2002 Top Spin (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig – 25 - 54 S#6 2002 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S LOD fwd L sltly LF HF down step in CBMP, head LOD to R, sway left
2 Q DLW cl R to L RF 1/8 T down sway right then rise EO2 remove the sway
3 Q LOD fwd L TH up lwr SCP EO3
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
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 RF ¼ T down Sway left then L rise EO2 remove the sway
3 Q DLC fwd R TH up lwr SCP EO3
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.] FT - Fig - 63 - 129 S#7 2003 Traveling Contra Check (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 63 - 130 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
fwd R 1 S DLW 1/4 RF HT rise EO1 CBM in CP DLW
2 Q DRW sd L DLW 1/2 RF T up slight right sway
Change to left 3 Q DLC sd R DLW sltly RF T up sway
CBMP in SCAR 4 Q DLC fwd L DLW T up with left sway
5 Q LOD fwd R LOD 1/8 RF T up CP
left shoulder lead fwd & sd L 6 Q LOD Sltly RF T up with slight right DLC sway
CBMP in BJO 7 Q LOD fwd R DLC TH lwr EO7 with right sway
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise EO1 1 S DRC bk L DLW ¼ RF TH CBM in CP NFR
cont to heel turn with left 2 Q DLC cl R to L 1/2 RF HT rise sway
Change to right 3 Q DRW sd L DLW sltly RF TH up, NFR sway
CBMP in SCAR 4 Q DRW bk R DLW TH up, NFR 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 FT - Fig - 69 - 141 S#7 2003 Traveling Hover Cross (continued) International Foxtrot
DLC lead with slight left sway
up, lwr CBMP in BJO 7 Q RLOD bk L DLC TH EO7 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.
FT - Fig - 69 - 142 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot
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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S wall fwd R HF DLW 2 S wall pt L fwd Banjo Position, sway left and sd
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall 1 S LOD fwd L HF DLW
2 S LOD pt R bk 1/4 RF Banjo Position, sway right and sd
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
FT - Fig 74 - 1 S#8 - 2004 Whiplash (continued) International Foxtrot 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.
FT - Fig 74 - 2 S#8 - 2004 International Foxtrot 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 Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd R slightly HT CBMP LOD, LF cross R over L
2 Q LOD draw L to slightly Slt R LF (NFR)
3 Q DLC tch L to 1/8 LF Press. lwr SCAR R on IE of EO3 L
LADY
Step Timing Facing Step & Body Turn Footwork Rise Technique # Alignment Direction & Fall
1 S DLW fwd L sltly LF HT rise CBMP LOD EO1
2 Q COH Fwd R 1/4 LF T up right shoulder leading COH
3 Q DRW Fwd L 1/4 LF TH up, CBMP in SCAR, check forward RLOD lwr movement EO3
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
FT - Fig - 54 - 111 S#7 2003 Wing (continued) International Foxtrot 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).
FT - Fig - 54 - 112 S#7 2003 International Foxtrot 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 Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise 1 S DLW fwd R LOD slt RF HT EO1 CBMP in SCP
1/8 RF btw 2 Q DLW sd L LOD 1 & 2 T up L shldr lead
3 Q WALL bk R DLC slt LF T up CBMP in SDCAR
1/8 LF sd & fwd L btw R sway, L shldr lead - 4 Q - LOD 3 & 4 T up bdy trns less
fwd R up 5 Q - DLW nil TH lwr EO5 CBMP, R sway in BJO
LADY
Step Facing Step & Rise # Timing Alignment Direction Body Turn Footwork & Fall Technique
rise 1 S DLC fwd L LOD nil HT EO1 CBMP in SCP
sd & fwd R R shldr lead, preparing 2 Q - LOD - T up to stp into SCAR
3 Q - fwd L DLC slt LF T up CBM, CBMP in SCAR
1/8 LF btw 4 Q COH sd R LOD 3 & 4 TH up L sway, R shldr lead
1/8 LF up btw NFR 5 Q DRC bk L DLW 4 & 5 TH lwr EO5 CBMP, L sway in BJO
FT - Fig - 26 - 55 Zig Zag (continued) International Foxtrot
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.
FT - Fig - 26 - 56