How to Dance an Irish Jig
Stand with your shoulders back and down., Cross your feet., Put your hands to your sides.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Stand with your shoulders back and down.
No Irish dancer is ever caught slouching.
Your head should be held high and proud. -
Step 2: Cross your feet.
You'll be in a position similar to ballet's closed 4th.
Then, point your right toe outward.
This closed position is what you should return to at all times.
This open position should be taken when you point to begin the step. , They should be just a pinch further back than normal because of the position of your shoulders.
Put your hands into fists, but be careful not to clench them
-- you don't want to tense up. -
Step 3: Put your hands to your sides.
Detailed Guide
No Irish dancer is ever caught slouching.
Your head should be held high and proud.
You'll be in a position similar to ballet's closed 4th.
Then, point your right toe outward.
This closed position is what you should return to at all times.
This open position should be taken when you point to begin the step. , They should be just a pinch further back than normal because of the position of your shoulders.
Put your hands into fists, but be careful not to clench them
-- you don't want to tense up.
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