Body weight sinks downward into the floor to emphasize the sound of the metal cleats. Body weight is lifted upward from the floor.įlat Down describes a technique that relies more on the use of the heels in a flat, gliding motion. These describe how Irish dancers use their feet in the six styles.īallet up describes a balletic style where toes are pointed and steps are performed high on the balls of the feet or on tips of the toes. However, it is equally important to note that within each of the six Irish dance styles, there are basically only two dance style techniques, these are known as Ballet Up and Flat Down. In total, there are six Irish dance styles. Many of their dances were comprised of circular formations around sacred trees or they consisted of certain patterns performed by males and females in a religious rite. The Celts are a 2,000 year old civilization that brought with them their own folk dances. For example, processionals in Druidic and Celtic religious practices required precision movement as do Irish reels and jigs. However, Irish history is steeped in Druidic, Celtic and other religious history which affected the origins of Irish dance. The actual dates of its origin has never been determined specifically. The history of Ireland is also the history of Irish Dance.
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