Five Fundamental Positions of the Arms and Feet

Very expressive movements of the feet and arms characterize Philippine folk dances. These movements are a combination of the five fundamental positions of the arms and feet whether the pace of the dance steps is slow or fast.

Arms Positions:

First position- raise arms to a circle in front of the chest.

Second position – open up arms sideward, raised below shoulder level with a graceful curve.

Third position – raise one arm overhead while the other arm remains in 2nd position.

Fourth position – raise one arm in front of the chest in a half-circle, while one arm remains overhead.

Fifth position – raise both arms overhead in a graceful curve.


Feet Positions:

First position – bring heels close to touching; toes apart.

Second position – bring feet apart sideward.

Third position – bring the heel of one foot to touch the instep of the other foot.

Fourth position – bring one foot in front of the other foot to walk strike.

Fifth position – bring the heel of one foot to touch the toe of the other.






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