Your
Perfect Wedding Dance
Executing
the Dip
When it comes to embellishing a dance, the dip is
one of the top choices by men and women. It helps create a romantic mood as the
girl is now positioned in a “vulnerable” poise, being either fully or partially
supported by her partner. As well, the dip is also used to symbolize the end of
a dance performance, allowing the audience to take pictures and applaud for the
dance. Whatever way or whenever you choose to execute the dip, let me help you
with some advice.
I find that the utmost common problem for couples is
not having any counterbalance. The guy decides to dip the girl, he leans forward
with her while pushing her down at the same time, and then the girl is holding
on for dear life. Please remember guys, as a dance partner, you lightly support
your partner and guide her into moves
without being forceful. Using timing and leading her early will make the
transition process effortless.
Counterbalance means that as she is dipping down,
your upper body is slightly pulling back to counter her weight. The depth of
the dip really depends on your legs. How wide is your stance? How low are you
flexing into your knees? It is absolutely fine to lower the upper body towards
her, but not by jeopardizing your balance at your waist. Imagine if she loses
her steadiness and pulls on you to stay up, however because you’re bent at the
waist, you have absolutely no stability to now hold the weight of both of you.
Now girls it is also essential to remember that you
are to hold your own weight as well. If the dip is not all the way down to the
floor, you are responsible for maintaining 90-95% of your weight and balance on
your own. Once the dip gets lower and lower, you are less and less responsible
for holding yourself. If that is the case, remember to keep your hips up, not
sinking down to the ground (thus doubling your weight). The looser your body
is, the heavier you feel, so compress those abs and help your partner by
stiffening up at the shoulder and back. Try and see for yourself!
As I mentioned earlier, timing really is key. As the
leader, when you feel it is the perfect time to lead a dip, learn the signs to
give to your partner so she can respond. Ask your wedding dance instructor for
tips and tricks on leading. These “hidden” leading tricks are only felt by you
and your partner, they are hardly ever seen by the audience. It is your
communication between each other without the use of words. Think of it as a
language only the two of you can understand!
For any questions, remember to ask your wedding dance
instructor and try the dip tonight!
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