13 Catching in Different Places

COURSE: catches

FOCUS: This lesson explores catching in different places beyond the rib catch, introducing shoulder, upper arm, and hand catches to enhance creativity and connection in dance.

TIP & TRICKS:

• Keep arms at an available height for catches to ensure readiness.
• When catching with the hand, maintain a low hand position to avoid lifting.
• Create distance between partners to allow stretch and prevent tension in the arms.
• For leaders, ensure your arm comes over your partner's arm when catching at the shoulder or upper arm.
• Travel less during catches to enable your partner to stretch effectively.

REMEMBER:

• Different catch points affect hip freedom, with higher connections allowing more movement.
• Avoid stopping movement during catches; let it continue naturally.
• Maintain a nice surface and connection when catching with the hands.
• Experiment with mixing and matching different catch points for improvisation.