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Full Contact Waltzing!!!

Here at Dance-A-Runi labs over the last year our staff has been exploring new possibilities for waltzing --  additional approaches to this time honored, graceful dance --  sometimes with a little more of a suprise factor, sometimes with a little more oompf... And we  have certainly come up with some nifty steps in this spin-off we refer as FULL CONTACT WALTZING!

Some figures still in development are

But what we are proud to present on this page is the finalized version
of our new waltz sensation , "The Joy Bundle".

What  follows are the 12 parts of this figure with small images for the visual demonstration.
There are 5 sections to this figure that are sandwiched between the opening and ending closed positions. You will use 36 music counts during this figure, which includes:
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Also, please make sure to read the disclaimer and other information further below on this page after the visual demonstration.

Our demonstrators are the vibrant Lori Brunt and the vivacious Joseph Ruback from Milwaukee, WI.
Dance-A-Runi greatly appreciates their efforts and involvement in the special project.



1) In set ballroom closed position, the figure begins, 1-2-3, 4-5-6.
2) The lead (on the left) prepares the Distraction for his partner by looking away...1-2-3
3) ...and to further intensify his intent, he points out to the distance...4-5-6

4) ...and the woman follows his gaze. 1-2-3
5) Now, the lead can initiate his true intent, The Pick-Up,by swiftly and gently diving under his partner's armpit. 4-5-6
6) The lead should now bring his arm around his partner's waist...1-2-3

7) and finish with the flourish known as "The Hoist" to complete "The Pick-Up". 4-5-6
8) Now, "The Twirl" can begin. The Hoist psoition can one of 2 known variants: "The Fireman's Carry" is demonstrated here, but one can also use "The Weightlifter" by holding the partner above the head at a straight 180 degrees. 1-2-3 4-5-6
9) At this point, the man begins "The Descent" by taking 3 steps, each at a 120 degree angle. 1-2...

10) ...3! The descent can also be accomplished by wrapping the partner around one's waist during the 1-2-3 steps during the descent.
11) Finally, the 2nd flourish, "The Deposit," as the lead gently yet firmly repositions the partner back... 4-5
12) -6! ...back into closed position to begin another waltzing figure.
VOILA! C'est magnifique.

"The Joy Bundle" is most effective if performed with a non-chalant facial expression, as if both partners are in expected agreement at the time the figure is executed. This would be known as a Professional level where the routine is executed a subtle grace and flair. Of course, if prior arrangement is not in effect, the lead's partner m
might scream out over the music and disrupt others who ware dancing a different waltz routine.

DISCLAIMERS:
As with any other physical activity, certain precautions should be taken/considered to prevent unnecessary mishaps, which include the following:

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