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Rhythmic gymnastics is a sport in which gymnasts perform individually or in groups on a floor with an apparatus: hoop, ball, clubs, ribbon and rope. [2] [3] The sport combines elements of gymnastics, dance and calisthenics; gymnasts must be strong, flexible, agile, dexterous and coordinated.
NIL (31D: Contract for college athletes (Abbr.)) NIL stands for name, image, and likeness. As the result of a 2021 Supreme Court decision (NCAA v.Alston), college athletes are allowed to earn ...
A basic figure is the very basic step that defines the character of a dance. Often it is called just thus: "basic movement", "basic step" or the like. For some dances it is sufficient to know the basic step performed in different handhold [broken anchor] s and dance positions [broken anchor] to enjoy it socially.
In partner dancing, connection is physical, non-verbal communication between dancers to facilitate synchronized or coordinated dance movements. Some forms of connection involve "lead/follow" in which one dancer (the "lead") directs the movements of the other dancer (the "follower") by means of non-verbal directions conveyed through a physical connection between the dancers.
Sculling: This is a figure 8 movement of the hands for forward motion or upward lift. Used in surf lifesaving, water polo, synchronized swimming and treading water. Turtle float: The knees are raised to the chest and encircled by the arms. [6] Jellyfish float: Holding the ankles with the hands. [6] Head first surface dive; Foot first surface dive
Synchronization of movement is defined as similar movements between two or more people who are temporally aligned. [19] This is different from mimicry, which occurs after a short delay. [20] Line dance and military step are examples. Muscular bonding is the idea that moving in time evokes particular emotions. [21]
Synchronized swimming (in British English, synchronised swimming), also known as artistic swimming, is a sport where swimmers perform a synchronized choreographed routine, accompanied by music. The sport is governed internationally by World Aquatics (formerly known as FINA). [ 1 ]
A short connecting instrumental movement – an intermezzo Intermezzo: interval: A short connecting instrumental movement Libretto: little book: A work containing the words to an opera, musical, or ballet Melodramma: melodrama: A style of opera Opera: work: A drama set to music for singers and instrumentalists Opera buffa: humorous opera: A ...